The main attraction of the Landsford Canal Trail within Landsford Canal State Park is the largest known stand of rocky shoal spider lilies. The Landsford Canal State Park’s Canal Trail is 1.5 miles and the .5 mile “Nature Trail” is the portion designated as Carolina Thread Trail. It is a gravel trail which goes along the Catawba River. Additional trails can be accessed from the Nature Trail. Maps along the route provide information about each of the trails. Almost the entire length of this trail is within ten feet of the water. Nearly a dozen areas provide great views of the Catawba River and its spider lilies. The best views are from the observation deck at the end of the trail.
The Landsford Canal State Park is located at 2051 Park Drive in Catawba, SC. Paid parking is available at the end of Park drive off of Landsford Road. Landsford Road can be accessed off of US-21 S/S Anderson Road.
From US-21 S/S Anderson Road, turn left onto Landsford Road, and then turn left onto Park Drive. The Carolina Thread Trail trailhead is located directly from the sidewalk off of the parking lot.
The Carolina Thread Trail (The Thread) is an exciting project that’s creating a regional network of greenways, trails and blueways that reaches 15 counties, 2 states and 2.3 million people. There are 223 miles of The Thread open to the public – linking people, places, cities, towns and attractions. The Thread preserves our natural areas and is a place for exploration of nature, culture, science and history. This is a landmark project that provides public and community benefits for everyone, in every community. The Thread is providing a community and conservation legacy that will give so much, to so many, for so long.
Information provided from The Carolina Thread Trail website