Help Create The New
Saluda Grade Trail

Upcoming Public Presentations

Please join us as we share the results of a year-long engineering and economic impact study to the public in two presentations:

NORTH CAROLINA
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Polk County High School
1681 NC-108, Columbus, NC 28722

SOUTH CAROLINA
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Gramling United Methodist Church
14941 Asheville Hwy, Inman, SC 29322

Representatives from engineering firm TPD, Inc., which conducted the in-depth study, will present their findings from the public input process, existing condition of the trail corridor, projected regional economic impacts, and more.

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A new rail trail that travels all the way from the rolling countryside of Upstate South Carolina, through historic and vibrant small towns, and into the spectacular mountain scenery of Western North Carolina.

That’s the vision for a new rail trail along the route of the historic Saluda Grade Railroad.

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The proposed Saluda Grade Trail would run for approximately 31 miles, from Inman, SC to Zirconia, NC. The trail would welcome folks out for a stroll, as well as bikers, hikers, joggers, wheelchairs, strollers, and other forms of exercise and play.

We have an agreement with Norfolk Southern on the terms of a future purchase of the rail corridor and are excited about bringing the Saluda Grade Trail to our communities!

Will you help create the Saluda Grade Trail? Our elected leaders need to know that there is overwhelming public support for this new rail trail.

Recent News

Presentations Will Share Saluda Grade Trail Study

The public is invited to two upcoming presentations that will share findings from a year-long, in-depth study of the proposed Saluda Grade Trail. The North Carolina meeting will be held on Aug. 6 at...

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Grant Awarded for Saluda Grade Trail

The Saluda Grade Trail was awarded a $450,000 grant from the federal Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies, announced today.

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Saluda Railway Memories with Mrs. Pearlie Mae

The renowned educator reflects on growing up along the railroad and what she hopes the future Saluda Grade Trail means to the community.

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Our Partners

A coalition of three nonprofits is spearheading the Saluda Grade Trail. Conserving Carolina is leading efforts in North Carolina, while PAL: Play. Advocate. Live Well. and Upstate Forever are leading efforts in South Carolina

A new rail trail that travels from the rolling countryside of Upstate South Carolina, through historic and vibrant small towns, and into the spectacular mountain scenery of Western North Carolina.

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Help Create The New
Saluda Grade Trail

Upcoming Public Presentations

Explore the Trail