January 6, 2026
Thompson River via Foothills Trail from Bad Creek Reservoir
near Salem, SC
Distance
7.6 mi
Climbing
1,358 ft
Difficulty
Moderate
Type
Out & Back
What a great way to start off a new year . . . great weather (sunny and mild temperatures at 49 to 63 degrees, great trail, two beautiful scenic rivers, three energetic trail dogs and five smiling hikers. This was a moderately difficult hike, but it included 2.1 miles of steady uphill climb on return from the Thompson River. Whew! Today's Hikers: Paige Watson, & Bear, Heather Wall & Toby, Matt Henderson & Toby, Gerald Richardson & Mike Bell