Biking Around Summerton and Santee Cooper Lake Country

Like to go Biking? Try one of the many scenic rides around Summerton, Santee, and Lake Marion in South Carolina.

Biking, also known as bicycling or cycling, involves the use of bicycles for transport, recreation, or for sport. Today, there are more than 1 billion bicycles in use worldwide.

The more common types include utility bicycles, mountain bicycles, racing bicycles, touring bicycles, hybrid bicycles, cruising bicycles, and BMX Bikes. You can also find tandem bicycles, lowriders, folding models, and ergonomic recumbent bikes.

When you visit Summerton and nearby Lake Marion, you will find many nature trails and back roads to ride as you explore the wildlife and historical sites throughout the region. Some of these include:

• Killer Three Loop Trail
• Palmetto Trail
• Santee National Wildlife Refuge Trails
• Santee Shuffle Bicycling Route
• Santee State Park Biking Trails
  

Bicyclists in the U.S. save at least $4.6 billion a year by riding instead of driving. The average annual operating cost of a bicycle is $308, compared to $8,220 for the average car. The latest trend is towards use of electric bikes. - See “Best eBikes”

Selected Information Sources

• League of American Bicyclists
• Palmetto Cycling Coalition
• South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
• South Carolina Great Outdoors
  

 

Biking in Santee State Park, S.C.

* Be sure to visit the Summerton SC: Nature & Outdoor Recreation web site. Also, read our blog on 'Smart' Bikes.