This trip is characterized by exciting Class I and II rapids along with long stretches of flatwater. Primarily rural in nature, paddlers will see forested riverbanks.
Put-in downstream of the Union Highway (Hwy 49) bridge, river-left. A paved drive connects to the Highway about 300 feet north of the bridge and leads to a small parking area at the river. If the gate is closed, park along the road's shoulder away from the guardrails and walk boats down to the river.
The Horseshoe Falls Road area is open from 9 AM - 6 PM daily. Admission to Battle of Musgrove Mill Historic Site is $3/day for adults, $1.50/day for seniors (65+), and $1/day for kids (5-15); kids under 5 are free. Overnight parking is permitted by permit only which can be obtained at the Visitor's Center or by emailing mgmillsp@scprt.com or calling 864-938-0100. Visit SC Parks website for more information.
The canoe launch at Battle of Musgrove Mill Historic Site is less than 10 minutes away from Union Highway making shuttling cars easy and quick. After putting in, paddlers will experience some exciting Class II-III rapids extending 3,000 feet. After the rapids, the river is primarily flatwater until the take out, with intermittent ripples. Paddlers will only cross under one bridge, the Interstate 26 bridge, about halfway through the trip.There are rapids for 200 feet above the take out; paddlers should follow the left side of the river to the canoe launch river left.
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