Daily Archives: May 17, 2024

Cloudland Canyon State Park

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April 21 – 24, 2024
About a 4-1/2 hour drive from home.

Located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, this is one the most scenic parks in the state of Georgia. It offers rugged geology and beautiful vistas. The Park straddles a deep gorge cut into the mountain by Daniel Creek, and elevation varies from 800 to 1,980 feet.

We camped in the West Rim campground, which were very nice. If possible I would try reserve the campsites: 5, 6, 11, 13 or 14 because they are in the open and has more sun and wind exposure.

Cleo, Aspen and I hiked, the 4 mile, West Rim trail and there were many rocks and roots to navigate. At places the trail was also very narrow with steep drop offs – the girls were on a short leash. Even though there were a few steep climb places the girls and I did great – I would classify this trail as moderate/easy.

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Swamp Rabbit – Rails to Trail

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Thursday May16, 2024
Greenville, South Carolina – 200 miles round trip
Total miles on bike: 36.84

The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Network is a 28-mile multi-use (walking and bicycling) greenway that traverses along the Reedy River, an old railroad corridor and City parks to connect Travelers Rest with the City of Greenville, South Carolina.
Parking – there are several parking places along the trail – I parked at the Cleveland Park – it is right next to the Greenville zoo and has bathrooms. Going to the right as you are looking at the trail will take you to Greenville and then onto Travelers Rest.
Mileage from Cleveland Park to Travelers Rest: 11.82 miles with an elevation gain of 356 ft. In Travelers rest the trail he trail runs along Main street for a while and then extends north for another 6 or 7 miles – I did not do this part on this trip.
This route is very popular with many walkers, joggers and cyclist of many ages – you need to be careful. The trail up to Travelers Rest runs under canopies of big shade trees so you are fairly protected from the sun.

Driving up and back in one day after riding 36 miles was a little much. Next time, I would like to spend the night and do the whole trail. On May 23, 2019, Pam and I spent the night in Travelers Rest and did part of the trail. Pam wasn’t feeling great – I think it was the start of her cancer.

This place is on the trail about 4 miles from Greenville and 7 miles from Travelers Rest

The ride was easy and fun and I would recommend to riders of any age and ability