1,824 sqft (on 1 acre) 10 Cardinal Cir, Aiken, SC 29803. $190,000 Last Sold Price. Though it runs just 0.8 mile, the route is a must-see for its railroading past alone.The South Carolina Railroad & Canal Company built the corridor in 1835 as part of its Hamburg-Charleston route. Ft. 328 WANDO Rdg, Aiken, SC 29801. All Trails map and guidance pretty necessary for expected mileage loops. Date of experience: October 2014 Ask Ken C about Hitchcock Woods 1 Thank Ken C Off-street parking rather than on-street parking is recommended for safety reasons. Fox hunt schedules are posted at the entrances. As one of the most famous women on the planet throughout the 1950s and '60s the one thing that she didn't have . This property is not currently available for sale. This property is not currently available for sale. Piedmont Augusta. The Hitchcock Woods is open 365 days/year from sunup to sundown. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Hitchcock Woods is one of our national treasures. 509 Abbeville Ave NW, Aiken, SC 29801 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 905 sqft single-family home built in 2022. NOTICE:All Must Wear Masks in Patient Care Areas. Great beginner trail! Entrances And Parking Areas - Hitchcock Woods Foundation General Visitor Guidelines Equestrian Use Dog Walking Using Caution When Approaching a Horse Field Trips (Educational) Entrances and Parking Areas Off-street parking rather than on-street parking is recommended for safety reasons. Has several hilly sections including a few steep ones. Dogs are welcome, but not on the days of the fox hunts. AIKEN, Sc. Their natural instinct is to find foxeshence their name. Date of experience: March 2015 Ask PKay2015 about Hitchcock Woods 4 Thank PKay2015 Hand- walking will be allowed on show days from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. daily. In 1929, this brick gate was erected as a memorial to Francis Hitchcock by several of his friends. There are some really beautiful places in Hitchcock Woods. Ernie Wiggins More from "Ernie Wiggins" (An Ancient Beach!). Aiken Regional's team is dedicated to serving the Aiken community. . South said: This entrance really does justice to the huge asset that we have in Hitchcock woods. An Indian chief was told in a dream to take his seriously ill daughter, of whom he was most fond, to the land of the rising sun where she would regain her health. This can become quick sand after a heavy rain so be careful! Ask happyretireeAtlanta about Hitchcock Woods. Find must-see attractions and long-distance travel resources, including visa information, regional overviews and tour operator credentials. This property has a lot size of 10.05 acres and was built in 1937. Homes similar to 230 Keene are listed between $15K to $1M at an average of $190 per square foot. Stay as quiet as possible. at each gate. In 1833 the longest railroad in the world and the first steam-powered railroad in the United States ran through the Hitchcock Woods. An old railroad line, this path was the first rail-trail in the country to be recognized by the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. The building burned twice and was rebuilt once. The hunt initiated by The Blessing of the Hounds does not actually involve a live fox. This Aiken landmark dates from 1926. There are 6 species of pine trees in Hitchcock Woods (Longleaf, Loblolly, Slash, Virginia, Short Leaf, and Pond). The current Trulia Estimate for 1294 Old Kimbill Trl is $470,100. Open since September 1939, this lush forest path is among the nation's oldest rail-trails. Hitchcock Woods has many trails for horseback riding and hiking. For Sale: 524950 - Residential, 3 bed, 4 bath, 4,149 sqft at 10222 Gertrude Circle in Cimarron Woods. Hitchcock Woods Clark Road Entrance Easy 4.5 (109) Hitchcock Woods Photos (80) Directions Print/PDF map More Length 2.5 miElevation gain 229 ftRoute type Loop Check out this 2.5-mile loop trail near Aiken, South Carolina. There are seven main entrances to Hitchcock Woods, each one takes you to an amazingly different looking part of the Woods so be sure to visit each of them. Parking for horse trailers is available at the 263 Rubins Cottage Ln entrance, (Stable on the Woods, off of Dibble Rd), and limited trailer parkingalong side the Aiken County Historical Museum wall is available on South Boundary Ave SW (South Boundary Ave SW entrance). Its just kind of nasty and its nice to be able to fix that.. Hitchcock Woods is a 2100 acre urban forest with 70 miles of pedestrian and equestrian sand trails. If you are a horse person and have an opportunity to ride in Hitchcock Woods then you are a rarified rider for sure. The Hitchcock Woods Foundation is solely responsible for the preservation and management of the Hitchcock Woods, which is the largest privately-owned urban forest in the country. This trail provides access to views of a steep hillside with trees draped with Spanish moss. The Hitchcocks eventually set aside 1,200 acres for recreational purposes on condition the area never be sold to a private individual or firm. This is the location of the house where Monroe Heath, the Hitchcock familys head woodsman, lived with his family. connectss the main entrance of the Hitchcock Woods to Aiken's historic downtown area. The other four entrances are located at the ends of South Boundary Avenue SW, Coker Spring Road, Berrie Road and Clark Road. Bidding Closes Sunday 4/3 at 3pm. 2 Thank happyretireeAtlanta . A cinema idol for multiple generations of people, her inherent French mystique brought her from Paris and cast her into stardom at a young age. There are a number of interesting sights, and maps are available (and necessary!) On Good Friday morning, as the story goes, Hubert went hunting and suddenly came upon a huge and impressive stag in the forest. The South Boundary Avenue entrance to the urban forest also is scheduled to be open again to the public. What: Spectators are invited to view the lovely show grounds, setting and competition for FREE over the course of the entire weekend. 112 Walkers Pine Ln is in Aiken, SC and in ZIP code 29803. At its heart is the Cathedral Aisle rail-trail. Ft. 6194 HIGH TOP, Aiken, SC 29801. This 2.5 mile hike uses the Cuthburt Ridge Line trail, then descends to Crazy Creek where it crosses the bridge onto Doll Lane. Built of brick and Italian marble, it was erected by Mrs. Thomas Hastings and 20 friends at the north entrance to the Hitchcock Woods in memory of Francis R. Hitchcock (brother of Thomas Hitchcock). The making of additional copies is prohibited. 182 Halcomb Rd, Aiken, SC 29801 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 966 sqft single-family home built in 1991. Located in the heart of Aiken, South Carolina, the Hitchcock Woods is one of the largest urban forests in the nation. Its all to control the stormwater and reduce erosion. Hitchcock Woods has many trails for horseback riding and hiking. Sold. Woods admission is free thanks to donor support. The other four entrances are located at the ends of South Boundary Avenue SW, Coker Spring Road, Berrie Road, and Clark Road. Length 3.3 miElevation gain 209 ftRoute type Loop. This property is not currently available for sale. The Blessing of the Hounds is a ceremony that has its roots in a centuries-old tradition. Admission is free. Each entrance has a bulletin board and free maps for the taking. Driving . The Cathedral Aisle Trail is part of a 65-mile network within Aiken's protected Hitchcock Woods. In 1929, this brick gate was erected as a memorial to Francis Hitchcock by several of his friends. The price tag on this project totals out to be over $15 million dollars. 5 Beds. NEW CONSTRUCTION. Aiken Regional Medical Centers is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation. For six years, a metal gate blocked the entryway off to make room for a new project to help reduce erosion. He is a longtime member of the Hitchcock Woods Foundation's board of . The school's 2,000-acre (8.1 km 2), or 3.125 square mile, campus currently serves 539 students, who come from 40 states . Dont wave or holler at the golfers. Click to visit www.aikenhorseshow.org for more information. Visitors can explore more than 30 miles of blazed trails. The Cathedral Aisle Trail that runs past Black Gum Pond was part of the old railroad bed. Each kiosk includes a laminated map with an arrow indicating in red You are here.. You may even encounter a horse-drawn carriage on the Cathedral Aisle or connecting trails. 3 Baths. It contains 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Box 1702. It is a beautiful entryway. One of the entrances into Hitchcock Woods is through the Memorial Gate, located on the west side when entering from the junction of Laurens Street and South Boundary, and just a little north of Sand River. Be mindful of errant golf ball drives.). Published: Dec. 18, 2022 at 9:21 PM PST AIKEN, Sc. Three entrances are on Dibble Road: near the railroad crossing, across from Rhone Street, and at the Stable on the Woods. 3,511 Sq. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and road biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. 2023 Aiken Regional Medical Centers. Corey Glenn, who lives a mile up the hill from the woods, said: Every extra gallon of stormwater that comes down takes away a little bit of dirt and that dirt ends up somewhere and its going to end up in your Mill Pond, its going to end up in your drinking water. This small trail stretches from the northeast end of Surrey Trace, parallels Bear Pit Line and continues across Swampy Cut Line toward Swampy Cut Path. Homes similar to 3095 WHITE GATE are listed between $275K to $2M at an average of $250 per square foot. Date of experience: May 2017. All Rights Reserved. From dazzling waterfalls and thrilling mountain ridges to test your mettle against nature, explore these top 10 picks for excellent experiences on foot in this beautiful state. Hitchcock Woods, which covers approximately 2,100 acres, is one of this country's largest urban forests. This facility was built and named by the Hitchcocks in 1916, the inaugural year of the Aiken Horse Show. Neither Aiken Regional Medical Centers, or any of their affiliates, nor any contributors shall have any liability for the content or any errors or omissions in the information provided by this website. This 2.5 mile hike uses the Cuthburt Ridge Line trail, then descends to Crazy Creek where it crosses the bridge onto Doll Lane. Hitchcock Woods has seven formal entrances. The 273-licensed bed acute care facility has a team of more than Serves 25 counties in Georgia and. Fox hunt schedules are posted at the entrances. This hill on High Point Line is the highest point in the Hitchcock Woods, at an elevation of approximately 525 feet above sea level. In the late 1800s, Lulie and Thomas Hitchcock purchased the land surrounding the then-abandoned tracks for a hunting preserve.The Hitchcocks eventually set aside 1,200 acres for recreational purposes on condition the area never be sold to a private individual or firm. Hitchcock Woods Length: 2.5 mi Est. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. Alphanumeric signs are posted on trees at strategic locations in the Woods. All rights reserved. The Longleaf pine produces the largest pine cones in the Woods. Summers are hot, but October thru May weather is often perfect, with . Foxhounds are large hunting hounds that follow their prey in packs and have an acute sense of smell. Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. Turn R onto Dibble Road and look for a driveway to the R and close to near a series of small white buildings/containers. The South Carolina Railroad & Canal Company built the raised rail bed in 1835 as part of its Hamburg-Charleston route. beautiful trails. Aiken. Hitchcock Woods is open to the public, on horseback or on foot, from dawn to dusk 365 days a year. Admission is free. One of the entrances into Hitchcock Woods is through the Memorial Gate, located on the west side when entering from the junction of Laurens Street and South Boundary, and just a little north of Sand River. This property is not currently available for sale. From October through March, the Aiken Hounds hunt every Tuesday afternoon and Saturday morning. In addition, the Hitchcock Woods has been designated as a South Carolina Heritage Trust site. For more information click. 182 Halcomb Rd was last sold on Jul 11, 2017 for $25,000. Its a double whammy, solving a problem and protecting an asset to Aiken. Nice varied terrain. Turing left onto Doll Lane it proceeds to the Cavalry Charge trail where it crosses Crazy Creek once more and climbs out of the valley to join the Old County Road trail and hence back onto Cuthbert Ride Line. or uncover more great South Carolina trip ideas on: Discover writers share all of the places, activities and adventure that South Carolina has to offer. A portion of that land eventually was placed in a permanent trust for the people of Aiken to enjoy as the undisturbed land of the whispering pines.. Stay in the woods. After the death of Lulie Hitchcock in a hunting accident, the Hitchcock family. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. SOLD FEB 16, 2023. 2 Baths. Hitchcock Woods is a jewel for nature lovers and horse enthusiasts, and it is free to the public. Portions abut the Palmetto Golf Course. As visitors approach the South Boundary Avenue entrance to the woods, they will pass Pineland House, the home of David and Holly Houghton and a certified wildlife habitat. Hitchcock Woods contains a well preserved remnant of tracks from the 1833 Charleston to Hamburg Railroad the longest in the world at its time and the first steam powered. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 10 min to complete. Prescribed fire and forest thinning are used to keep the Woods healthy, and to restore the Woods to its original, The Foundations efforts to restore the Longleaf Pine Wire Grass ecosystem has resulted in the restoration of the federally endangered Red cockaded-woodpecker. The beauty, peace, depth and rare expanse of Hitchcock Woods is a place that defies description. Located in the heart of Aiken, South Carolina, the Hitchcock Woods is one of the largest urban forests in the nation. In between the flow periods, only the dry, sandy riverbed is seen, hence the name. A river of sand called Sand River runs through the Hitchcock Woods. Randy Wolcott spends some time with the Aiken Hounds' foxhounds near the South Boundary Avenue entrance to Hitchcock Woods. Hitchcock Woods is open to the public, on horseback or on foot, from dawn to dusk 365 days a year. If using s GPS, enter the intersection of Hitchcock Parkway and Dibble Road. The information on this website is provided as general health guidelines and may not be applicable to your particular health condition. 4 Beds. If you're looking for elevation gain, Hitchcock Woods has you covered. Share. Zestimate Home Value: $215,000. 768 Hutto Pond Rd was last sold on Sep 17, 2021 for $132,395. Great hike, lots of options to shorten or lengthen. Cathedral Aisle to Ridge Mile Track and Lover's Lane, Mr. Fletcher's Ride and 1977 Burn Trails Loop, Whitney Drive, Willie Barton's Line and Cuthbert Ridge Line, Devil's Backbone, Gravel Pit, Rabbit Valley, and Pete Bostwick Trail, High Point Line and Mr. Cooper's Ride Trail, Mrs. Allen's Ride, Lover's Lane, and Swampy Cut Loop, Whitney, Old Country, Witch Hazel, Red Cliffs, and Mr. Fletcher's Ride. With 2,100 acres of forestland and 70 miles of sandy trails, the Woods are a haven for hikers, equestrians, dog walkers, runners, bird watchers and nature lovers and history buffs. Overall nice trail - a couple of spots are treacherous and should walk. Head out on this 3.3-mile loop trail near Aiken, South Carolina. Over the years, the Foundation has acquired an additional 900 acres. What ensues is a lively chase over some of the best terrain in the world for a drag hunt. "The Land Conservancy is excited about this project as a '"win-win'" for the City and the community," says Jim . You can distinguish them by their needles and pine cones. Three entrances are on Dibble Road (near the railroad crossing, across from Rhone Street, and at the Stable on the Woods). Summers are hot, but October thru May weather is often perfect, with . The Palmetto State's culinary scene is famous for quality and originality, from unique Gullah cuisine to our thriving farm-to-table movement. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. You'd be hard pressed to find someone who doesn't have a crush on Brigitte Bardot. Just past the Memorial Gate are acres of . $499,900. Over a period of years beginning in about 1892, Thomas Hitchcock and William Whitney bought approximately 8,000 acres of land. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 1 min to complete. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete. May not be applicable to your particular health condition the entire weekend network within Aiken protected. 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