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 Caesars Head,
along with Jones Gap State Park and other wildlife preserves in upper Greenville
County, create the protected Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. With more than 50
miles of easy to strenuous hiking trails dotted by trailside camping, visitors
to Caesars Head can avail themselves of majestic Blue Ridge Mountain panoramas
in the verdant, secluded valleys of the area. Marvel at the beauty of Raven
Cliff Falls, the excitement of mountain river fishing in the Middle Saluda, or
just enjoy the sights and sounds of abundant wildlife during a picnic outing
with family and friends.
GENERAL
- Must See: Yes
- Counties: Greenville
- Acreage: 7467
- When & How PRT Acquired: Acquired from
various owners from 1976 to 1986
- Pets: Pets are allowed in most outdoor
areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not
longer than six feet.
- Restrictions: Caesars Head is part of the
State Park Services’ Project Green Program, designed to reduce trash and
encourage recycling. Trash cans have been removed to improve the
appearance and to ensure a more enjoyable experience for visitors. Pack
it in, pack it out.
- Tour and Programs Information: Caesars Head
is a "DiscoverCarolina
Site", which provides curriculum-based science programs for South
Carolina school children.
- Significant Natural Features: Caesars Head
is one of South Carolina’s most famous natural landmarks. At 3,266 feet
above sea level, Caesars Head provides a panoramic view of the mountain
country.
Another significant landmark in the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area
includes Raven Cliff Falls, a 420-foot mountain cascade that awaits
day-hikers at the end of a moderately strenuous two-mile trail.
This area of the Blue Ridge Escarpment ends in South Carolina with an
abrupt drop of some 2,000 feet to the foothills below, where the state’s
Piedmont region begins. This escarpment affords spectacular scenic
vistas and waterfalls, and provides a protected environment for many
rare and endangered plant and animal species.
HOURS
- Admissions: Trail access fee: $2 adults;
$1.25 SC seniors; age 15 & younger free
- Office Hours: 9am-5pm
- Days and Hours of Operation: M-Su 9am-6pm
(extended to 9pm during daylight savings time). During daylight savings
time the trails close one hour before sunset.
LOCATION
- Driving Directions:
From Greenville: Take Hwy. 276 W. for about 30 mi. Park is
located at the top of the mountain right off the Hwy. The North Carolina
border is 3 mi. away.
- Miles to Nearest Hospital: 15
- Miles to Nearest Town: 15
- Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 15
- Pay Phone on Site: Yes
MILES TO:
- Charleston, SC: 247
- Columbia, SC: 138
- Florence, SC: 219
- Greenville, SC: 37
- Charlotte, NC: 102
- Raleigh, NC: 240
- Atlanta, GA: 165
- Augusta, GA: 149
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