Molly's Rock Recreation Area - Newberry, SC.
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member BIO-HAZRD
N 34° 23.267 W 081° 32.556
17S E 450120 N 3805287
This Recreation Area is managed by United States Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service.
Waymark Code: WMQCJ0
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 02/05/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member BarbershopDru
Views: 3

Molly's Rock Recreation Area was built on the site of an old homestead near a granite boulder known as Molly’s Rock. The origin of this name is uncertain.
There is a picnic shelter here that was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the late thirty's or early forty's.

Molly's Rock Recreation Area is part of the 370,442 acres that make up The Sumter National Forest.

There is a nature trail here that is just over a half mile in length. You can find a map here: (visit link)
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 5 acres

Is there a trail system?: Yes

If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
The hiking trail here is best described as a gently rolling .7 mile loop, just follow the white blazes to stay on the trail.


What points of interest are there?:
There are two different wooden bridges on the trail here as well as a 1 acre fishing pond. There are picnic tables, free standing cooking grills, a non flush restroom, a picnic pavilion and free parking.


What activities are available?:
Hiking, fishing and Picnicking.


Hours of accessibility?: 7:00a-10:00p

List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Snakes and the normal poison plants.


Dogs Allowed?: Yes

Is a permit/fee required?: No

If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
No permit or fee required.


Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]

Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!

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