“Sesqui” is an attractive state park located in the northeast of Columbia. There are a number of trails spanning through this forested area, and almost all of them are suitable for running. One of the most popular choices is the 3.5 mile Loop Trail, which begins from the Retreat Center. It’s a wide dirt double-track with a multitude of wildflowers and birds. The 2-mile Sandhills Hiking Trail is another easy option, with lots of bouncy boardwalks. There’s also a 6 mile bike trail, but be aware that it’s popular with speedy mountain bikers.
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- Loop Trail: 3.5 miles (5.6 km)
- Rolling hills. Loop trail is 93 feet.
- Park Office
- Park Center Bus Stop
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Other Routes in Columbia, SC
The most popular running route in Columbia. Starts from Riverfront Park and run north, or cross into West Columbia and run south. Up to 8 miles one-way.
A large wooded area bordering the Broad River in northwest Columbia. The 4.4-mile Firebreak Trail is the most runnable trail in the park.
Saluda Shoals Park has 10 miles of runnable trails along the Saluda River in northwestern Columbia, including the paved 2.25 mile Greenway Trail.
Run across the top of the Dreher Shoals Dam. There is a 1.7 mile paved path connecting Lake Murray Public Park to the North Recreation area, featuring great water views.
Columbia has no shortage of nice streets, sidewalks, and residential areas for running. The Shandon neighborhood is closest to downtown. We also love running in Lake Katherine, Lake Carolina, and Wildewood.
On the northern outskirts of Columbia, the Peak to Prosperity Passage is an awesome off-road option. 11 miles of dirt doubletrack weave through mainly wooded terrain from Alston to Eptings Pond. Includes 14 wooden trestles, including the 1,100 foot Broad River trestle bridge.
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