Hiking South Carolina's Foothills Trail Author:Scott Lynch Although the 76.2-mile Foothills National Historic Trail begins and ends in South Carolina, it traverses two beautiful mountain counties in North Carolina, also crossing five rivers, passing numerous spectacular waterfalls, and climbing to the highest point in South Carolina. — This pocket guide has concise thru-hiking directions from either end ... more »of the trail, detailed maps, major and minor trailheads; the best day hikes and overnights; campsites, water sources, and GPS coordinates. All in a slim, easy-to-use reference format that will help keep your pack small and light.« less