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4,669 ft
Distance
44 ft
Climb
-236 ft
Descent
00:12:48
Avg time
-191 ft
Altitude change
731 ft
Altitude min
939 ft
Altitude max
939 ft
Altitude start
748 ft
Altitude end
-4.1%
Grade
-38%
Grade max
15%
Grade min
1,050 ft
Distance climb
3,435 ft
Distance down
184 ft
Distance flat
00:12:48
Avg time

Rapids Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Issaqueena Trail System @ Clemson Experimental Forest
    Clemson, South Carolina
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 40 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #54902 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #57056 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Clemson University

One of the less traveled trails, this trail is definitely worth the trip to the north end of the forest. It sits between Rapids Logging Road and the intersection of Pot Belly Pig Logging Road and Six Mile Creek Logging Road.

When riding from east to west, it begins with a low grade and meanders through some pine and hardwood sections of forest. It then begins a descent towards Six Mile Creek. When you arrive at Six Mile Creek there is a rapids crossing on top of a relatively flat, but VERY SLIPPERY, smooth rock surface. The water is deep and there is no ride-able line to cross on your bike.

Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Sep 5, 2026
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Rapids Trail Trail Reports

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Nov 23, 2025 @ 7:42am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
Nov 23, 2025
 Leafy and a few small branches
May 6, 2024 @ 5:55am
May 6, 2024
Rejected
Oct 5, 2022 @ 9:00am
Oct 5, 2022
 All good, come ride
Sep 29, 2022 @ 11:32am
Sep 29, 2022
 reporter Ideal conditions, come ride
Sep 12, 2022 @ 2:47pm
Sep 12, 2022
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on Nov 23, 2025
Variable
Avg: 3.99 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Rapids Trail @ Issaqueena
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      6:34 | 110 | Dec 27, 2017 , Clemson

      Technical Trail Features (TTF)

      Routes with this trail

      6
      Tour of Issaqueena
      ★ 4.4 • 20 miles • 2,165 ft • 22 • Loop •
      This is a route for exploring middle and upper (Clemson Experimental Forest).
      4
      Rapids, Pig Horse, Loopity and Bombs Away Return
      8 miles • 1,002 ft • 7 • Loop •
      8 Mile Loop in holly springs area
      4.5 ★★★★★
      2 Ratings
      5 ★ 50%
      4 ★ 50%
      3 ★
      2 ★
      1 ★

      2 Reviews & Comments

      ajriding ajriding
      Nothing great about the trail. Decent downhill, washed out old road, but the point is to see the falls, which is exposed granite stream crossing. You will get feet wet. The point is also to do Pig trail which is good single track, so makes a nice loop.
      SirWilhelm SirWilhelm
      Dupont like trail with good features and flow.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Rapids Trail located?
      Rapids Trail is located in Issaqueena Trail System @ Clemson Experimental Forest, Clemson, South Carolina, United States. It is part of the Issaqueena Trail System @ Clemson Experimental Forest trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.76511, -82.84597.
      ▼ How hard is Rapids Trail?
      Rapids Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 4.1%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Rapids Trail?
      Rapids Trail has 44 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 236 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 731 ft to 939 ft.
      ▼ Is Rapids Trail a point to point trail?
      Rapids Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Rapids Trail?
      Rapids Trail is 4,669 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Rapids Trail?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Rapids Trail. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Rapids Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rapids Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Rapids Trail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 16 minutes to ride Rapids Trail. The trail is 4,669 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Rapids Trail?
      Rapids Trail is a moderately popular trail. There have been 380 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 370 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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