Aiken Land Conservancy Hike Series: Horse Creek Heritage Preserve

ALC has special permission from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resource (SCDNR) to access the 220-acre Horse Creek Heritage Preserve in Edgefield County. This 1-2 mile hike, led by Brian Long from SCDNR and Peter Kleinhenz, ALC’s Executive Director, will view a historic mill pond and late-1800’s pottery manufacturing site, complete with archaeological sites and cultural artifacts. We’ll visit a longleaf pine restoration site in addition to this cultural tour, normally closed to public access.

The hike will travel on roads and firebreaks and will be somewhat uneven. However, the distance will not be far, and we will make plenty of stops. This is a unique experience to visit a culturally significant property that few people have had the chance to visit.

Please note that, due to the sensitive nature of the site and limited parking, this visit will be limited to 30 participants.

Where:
Horse Creek Heritage Preserve
200 Red Bud Lane, Trenton, SC 29847

(Just drive all the way down Red Bud Lane until you dead end at a big grey house. Red Bud lane is a dirt/ sand road. It can be rough after rainfall.)

When:
Friday, March 27
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

What to Bring:
Water, sturdy shoes, binoculars and camera

Trail Condition and Distance:
Dirt roads and firebreaks, with uneven ground. Total distance will be approximately 1-2 miles.

Are Pets allowed?
No

Are Bathrooms available? 
Yes, in the house on-site.