9.8 mi
Distance
2,910 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 16m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Foothills Trail to Whitewater Falls is an out-and-back trail in Sumter National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Oconee County, South Carolina. It is 9.8 miles long and gains 2,910 feet. The nearest town is Cashiers, North Carolina, about 6 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 857 ft |
| High point | 2.8 mi | 1,012 ft |
| End | 9.8 mi | 857 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Cashiers, NC · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Oconee County, SC
- Jurisdiction:
- Sumter National Forest · United States Forest Service
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