Croft State Park
Croft State Park is the heart of mountain biking in Spartanburg. Just minutes from downtown, the park holds SAMBA's largest stacked-loop trail system, with flowing singletrack winding through hardwood forest, around the lake, and along old roadbeds. It is the go-to spot for everything from a quick after-work lap to a long weekend ride, and it hosts SAMBA's annual Stump Jump race.
What to expect
The trails at Croft are predominantly cross-country with rolling climbs, fast descents, and a mix of smooth flow and rooty, technical sections. Riders can link loops together for a short spin or a big day in the saddle. Beginners can stick to the mellower loops while stronger riders chain everything together. Use the live map below for current trail names, distances, difficulty ratings, and conditions.
Trailhead & parking
Croft State Park is located at 450 Croft State Park Road, Spartanburg, SC 29302. There is a parking fee to enter the state park. Park at the mountain bike trailhead and follow the signed trails. Restrooms and water are available seasonally in the park.
Getting there
From downtown Spartanburg, take SC-56 South (Whitestone Glendale Road) about six miles to the park entrance, then follow signs to the trailhead. Please verify the exact trailhead and current park fees before your first visit.
Croft at a glance
- Where
- Croft State Park, 450 Croft State Park Road, Spartanburg, SC 29302
- Park admission
- $3 adults, $1.50 SC seniors, $1 children ages 6-15, free for age 5 and under
- Park hours
- 7am-6pm daily in standard time, open until 8pm on Fridays; 7am-9pm daily during daylight saving time
- Setting
- A former army training base covering more than 7,000 acres
- Riding style
- Stacked cross-country loops: rolling climbs, fast descents, and a mix of smooth flow and rooty technical sections
- Maintained by
- SAMBA volunteers, in partnership with South Carolina State Parks
Admission and hours are published by South Carolina State Parks and can change seasonally. Check the live trail report below for closures before you drive out.