On Memorial Day, Daniel and I headed to a hidden hiking gem in Lancaster/Kershaw, South Carolina. It's called the
Forty Acre Rock Heritage Preserve. The day was hot and humid, we were prepared with bug repellent and hydration packs. Daniel is an avid mountain biker and it used to climbing, outdoor heat and the like. I am used to Zumba inside on flat floor with a fan and air conditioning. The hike wasn't too challenging, but getting used to breathing outside was. The hot moist air had me panting harder than a dog in summer. We were drenched with sweat and it was wonderful! The hike provided a beautiful "waterfall", a creek to walk beside and the pièce de résistance, the GIANT rock at the top, no not a boulder, not a mountain, but a rock covering 14 acres. We had read reviews that the rock was covered in graffiti and trash, there was graffiti, but it was not horrible. It was still beautiful. The hike was 5 miles and took us around 2 hours, not too shabby.
We took a few photos at the top...
The graffiti and a beautiful view
Natural trees and moss islands on top
View from the top
Me at the top enjoying a little slice of shade
Daniel walking around
I did take a break on the way up and sat down in the shade for a bit and just enjoyed the surroundings. I'm amazed that we had never heard of this place, but I'm glad we found it and it's not too far from home. We'll definitely go back.
That is magnificent!!!! I had no idea that such a thing was in our area at all. It makes me think of something you would see in Ireland almost. Thanks for sharing. We will definitely have to make a trip for this.
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