Rosebrock Park

507 Beech Hill Rd, Summerville, SC 29485.

• Open from Sunrise to Sunset.
• Pet-Friendly.
• Free Admission.

Grab your furry friends and hiking sticks and hit the Rosebrock Park trails! With 70-acres of beautiful views open to the public from dawn to dusk, it's the perfect way to spend the day outdoors.

The park offers winding pathways complete with refreshing scenic views through bottomland forest and wetlands. Rosebrock Park, named in honor of former Dorchester County Councilman Richard H. Rosebrock, has been a local favorite since opening to the public in September of 2011.

The park features 1.5 miles of peaceful hiking trails through 70 acres of protected bottomland forest and wetlands to the banks of the Ashley Scenic River. With recent additions finished in 2019, the park now offers an updated restroom facility complete with water fountains and a water bottle filler. And if you decide to pack a lunch, the park also offers a fully sheltered picnic area for you to enjoy your meal with scenic views.

Grassland Trails

Located at Beidler Forest in Harleyville.

• Open from Sunrise to Sunset.
• Free Admission.
• Remember, bring bug spray if visiting during warmer months!

Looking for a way to enjoy the great outdoors? Head to Beidler Forest and explore over two miles of new trails, forest, and restored grassland habitat.

Givhans Ferry State Park

746 County Rd S-18-30, Ridgeville, SC 29472

• Open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Well behaved leashed dogs are welcome.

Take the day to discover Dorchester County's wild side with an adventurous hike through Givhans Ferry State Park. This park has two major trails, the Old Loop Trail and River Bluff Trail. Hike the Old Loop Trail and explore the various plants, landscapes and animal habitats or walk the River Bluff Trail for a scenic view of the Edisto River.

If you choose to take the Old Loop Trail, you’ll find that this is the easier but lengthier of the two as it stretches as far as 5.4 miles. Get moving and start your journey at the main parking area where you’ll soon come to cross S-18-30. As you follow the winding trail along the eastern boundary of Givhans Ferry State Park you’ll find an abundance of birds and other wildlife - including a few alligators roaming the lowland area! Continue through dense woods from both sides until you find yourself surrounded by sparse pine and peaceful sounds of distant birds and the wind in the trees. Once you reach S-18-30, you have two options: hike alongside S-18-30 to the park entrance or return the way you came!

The River Bluff Trail may only be a short 1.5-mile loop, but don’t let that fool you. This moderately difficult hike will make for a great workout. Start your journey at the parking area, which will soon turn into a number of moderately steep slopes. Make sure to keep your head up along the way! Once you cross the canal, you’ll find yourself soon overlooking beautiful views of the Edisto River and wildlife. After crossing several footbridges, you should find the path becomes a bit wider, finally leading you to an open field. The choice is up to you here, return the way you came or make a loop by following the main park road back to the parking area.

Oakbrook Nature Trail

Located on Springview Lane near the intersection of Midland Parkway in the Oakbrook area.

• Open from Sunrise to Sunset.
• Pet-Friendly.
• Free Admission.

The Oakbrook Nature Trail will leave you with the ultimate outdoor experience, complete with winding paths that cover nearly twelve acres of lush scenic views and wooden boardwalks that span across three wetlands. And when it comes to seeing wildlife, don't let the short distance fool you. Tucked quietly away off Springview lane in the Oakbrook area of Dorchester County, this .6-mile trail is home to a number of wildlife like whitetail deer, turkeys, and even a few of our reptilian friends. We're confident you'll find that this trail will provide plenty of natural space to explore and relax from the hustle and bustle of everyday life!

The trail is an ideal spot to take your furry friends for an evening or weekend walk when businesses are closed as there is no dedicated trail parking.