Jones Gap State Park
Type: Parks
10Best Says
For serious hiking enthusiasts, Jones Gap State Park is the place to go. More than 60 miles of trails guide you through 13,000 acres of wilderness and some truly spectacular scenery. The park is home... Read More
For serious hiking enthusiasts, Jones Gap State Park is the place to go. More than 60 miles of trails guide you through 13,000 acres of wilderness and some truly spectacular scenery. The park is home to arguably the most rugged trail in the Upstate (the Rim of the Gap) and the prettiest waterfall (Rainbow Falls). Each requires strong legs and lung capacity as they are not for the inexperienced hiker. Families and others looking for a more relaxing day in the woods will still enjoy the rocky path that is the Jones Gap Trail and Jones Gap Falls, each easily accessible from the parking area, picnic tables, and fish hatchery.
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Hours:
- Apr-Oct: 9am-9pm
- Nov-Mar: 9am-6pm
Admissions:
- Adult (16+) $2; Senior (65+) $1.25
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Brett Barest
Greenville Local Expert
- Outdoor Activities: "When the weather is nice, there might be a wait at the gate for parking but, in my experience, it never takes as long as the ranger prepares you for."
- Best for Outdoor Activities Because: This is the largest park and network of trails in the Upstate with some remarkable views and waterfalls.
