Eastatoe Passage
Trail Description
The Eastatoe Passage is part of the Jocassee Gorges Wilderness Area, described by National Geographic as a “destination of a lifetime.” The trail parallels Eastatoe Creek for some of its length, providing a delightful soundtrack to your hike. The Passagealso includes a boardwalk above a waterfall on a small feeder creek. In addition to the creek, the trail traverses wooded mountain gorges with beautiful hardwoods and wildflowers. The distance from the SC SC Department of Natural Resources Dug Mountain Fishing Access parking lot to the first, 95-foot-long suspension bridge is only ¾ of a mile, and many come just to see the bridge. Access is via the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway, so even getting to the trailhead is a treat. This is a hiking-only passage. No motor vehicles, bicycles, or horses are allowed.
Trail Map
Trail Alerts
Dogs must be leashed at all times.
No metal detectors allowed.
Remember to bring trash and waste bags to pack out everything that comes in with you, and Leave No Trace.