The Knot

A wooden signpost in a wooded area indicates two trail directions: one towards "HI KNOT" and the other towards "LO KNOT." The ground is covered with fallen leaves, and the surrounding trees are tall and sparse, suggesting an early spring or late autumn setting. The Knot mountain bike trail.

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Level: Intermediate

Length: 5 mi (8 km)

Surface: Singletrack

Configuration: Network

Elevation: +366/ -343 ft

Total: 70 riders

Mountain Biking The Knot

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#6 of 115 mountain bike trails in South Carolina

#410 in the world

The Knot features plenty of climbing, incredibly fast descents, and some breathtaking drop-offs overlooking the Poinsett Park Lake and Shank's Creek. The trail was embraced and made possible largely due to the efforts of Park Manager Zabo McCants and members of the Sumter Chain Gang, Midlands SORBA, a special grant from IMBA, and many other volunteers.

First added by jaybird57 on Mar 7, 2013. Last updated May 11, 2020. → add an update

Before you go

Drinking water: unknown
Lift service: unknown
Night riding: unknown
Pump track: unknown
Restrooms: unknown
Fat bike grooming: unknown
E-bikes allowed: unknown
Fee required: unknown

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Getting there

Route to Trailhead with Google Maps

From I-95: Take exit 119 (Manning exit) onto Hwy 261 towards Columbia until you see signs for Poinsett. From Columbia: Take Hwy 378/76 toward Sumter. After crossing over the Wateree River proceed to the top of the hill and turn rt. onto Hwy. 261 toward Wedgefield. Continue on Hwy 261 until you see signs for Poinsett. Park will be on the rt. From I-20: Take exit 98 (Camden exit) onto Hwy 521 S. toward Sumter. Go 2 mi. on Hwy. 521 to Hwy. 261, bear rt. and follow the rd. for approximately 35 mi.

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