|
|
|
|||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
         
 Reporter |
Summary: This 460 acre park is well maintained and has the remains of a historic path that bypassed the rocky shoals of the Catawba River. It features ruins of canal-culverts, stone bridges, locks, an historic mill site and a lockkeepers house. The shoals are home to one of the worlds largest populations of rocky shoals spider lilies which are usually in full bloom from late April to June. There is a viewing area for the lilies along the trail which closely follows the banks of the river. Trailhead: Landsford Canal State Park is 15 miles west of Lancaster and 10 miles south of Rock Hill off Hwy 21. Signs are placed on the highway leading to the park entrance. (Lat:34.779 Lon:-80.877) Trail Guides for Landsford Canal State Park: Hiking South Carolina Trails by Allen deHart (Globe-Pequot Press) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: SC State Ranger Station (803) 789-5800 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by John Ghent, who has posted 12 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by SMG on 7/5/2009 We hiked this over the holiday weekend and were very surprised. It is beautiful and well maintained. It was not as crowded as we had expected. We all enjoyed walking across the rocks in teh water and feeling apart of the past. The canal trail is a great way to follow up on your child's elementary school education. (my son learned about them in school and thought it was really neat to see it up close) The spider lilies were really awesome. We will definitely return. 
Reviewed by Renee on 5/8/2009 My family and I hiked at the park a few weeks ago. We didn't realize it closed so early (6pm) and only had an hour to enjoy it. It is a very nice park with wonderfully upkept trails. I rank this highly because of the safety you feel. I will definitely return here and do not feel insecure going alone or with my children. When we hiked it last, the lilies were not in bloom. I will be returning to see/photograph them. We did see a few snakes, birds, flowers, and butterflies on our last visit. We will definitely return.
Reviewed by Thomas on 10/14/2007 Trails are being upgraded. Well maintained park. Very easy for stroller pushing. My 2 & 5 year old hiked easily from parking to overlook and back. (approx 1.5 miles)
Reviewed by Emily on 4/21/2007 Very nice nature trail with lots of wildlife - we spotted snakes, lizards, turtles and a bald eagle. Easy to walk trail with lots of spots to stop by the water and observe. My 5 year old stepdaughter loved it (and the playground at the park).
Reviewed by Jen on 6/10/2006 great park to walk with your dog - picnic areas right off of parking lot so bring some lunch. Head to the right either the canal trail or nature trail are very easy to walk. The lillies in bloom are gorgeous, worth the visit. There is an enterance fee to the park.
Reviewed by Mark on 2/10/2006 Nice park, kids loved it. Exit off I-77 at exit 77 just south of Carowinds Blvd. Head left then look for the signs. Interesting graveyard about a mile or so before the entrance to the park. Graves date back to the VERY early 1800's and a few late 1700's as well.
Reviewed by Brian H. on 9/4/2005 Very scenic as it runs along side of the catawba river. Due note however that the park closes @ 6pm and there is an entrance fee into the park. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: South Carolina Hiking, South Carolina Trails, South Carolina Hikes, York County Hiking, York County Trails, York County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||