South Carolina is filled with state parks, beaches, scenic roads and lots of history.  Western SC is the best area for touring and where you will  find most of the state parks and scenic roads.  Eastern SC  is  full of history,  wonderful islands and beaches. Including Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island, and Charleston Beaches.

MOTORCYCLE LAWS

Helmet Use: Required by law under age 21, reflectorization required.    NOTE: in conflict with state law the city of Myrtle Beach has passed a helmet ordinance requiring helmet use within city limits and place restrictions on motorcycle exhaust systems. 

Riding Two Abreast:  Yes

Eye Protection:  Required by law under age 21, unless equipped with windscreen

Daytime Use of Headlight:  Required by law-modulating headlight permitted

 More Information On Laws

BEST RIDES IN THE STATE

Cherokee Foothills Scenic Byway   (SR11)   Following an ancient Cherokee path, this beautiful 112 mile, two-lane road arcs through peach orchards and villages, past Cowpens National Battlefield and over Lake Keowee.

Savannah River Scenic Byway   Running along the western edge of South Carolina, the byway is a beautiful, 110 mile country drive. Pass through the dense wooded Hickory Knob State Park and Sumter National Forest, quaint towns like McCormick and Willington, and past rolling farmland dotted with historic churches. The J. Strom Thurmond Reservoir and the Savannah River are both only a short drive off the byway, providing camping, fishing, and other recreational opportunities.

NATIONAL PARKS

Charles Pickney National Historic Sight            

Congaree

Cowpens National Battlefield

Fort Sumter National Monument

Kings Mountain National Military Park

Ninety Six National Historic Site

ATTRACTIONS TO SEE / DESTINATIONS

Brookgreen Gardens  Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, located between Myrtle Beach and Pawleys Island.  Wonderful place with beautiful sculptures in a garden setting, nature trails and a zoo. 

Caesars Head  From Greenville: Take Hwy. 276 W. for about 30 mi. Park is located at the top of the mountain right off the Hwy. The North Carolina border is 3 mi. away.

Charleston

Ashley River Road  It's only 11 miles long but it has a lot of historic places to see. Beautiful Live Oak trees,  old plantation houses and historic churches.

South Carolina Plantations

MOTORCYCLE FRIENDLY CAMPGROUNDS & LODGING

Lakewood Camping Resort   Myrtle Beach, South Carolina   Campsites, Villas, Laundry, Showers, Pool, Store, Restaurant, WiFi

Pine Ridge Campground  Roebuck, South Carolina  Located 10 miles southeast from the junction of I-85 and I-26 near Spartanburg, SC.  Campsites, Camping Cabins, Showers, Laundry, Store, Pool, WiFi

South Carolina State Parks      Map & Information on the State Parks Including Camping & Lodging

RALLIES AND EVENTS

Myrtle Beach Spring Bike Week      Held in May

Myrtle Beach Fall Rally        Held in October

RESOURCES AND LINKS

South Carolina Motorcycle Roads  This is a great site that divides the state into 3 sections; Upcountry, Midlands & Coastal Plains. They have maps to show you the scenic roads and the fun twisty roads.

South Carolina Motorcycle Road Trips  Great motorcycle rides in South Carolina can be found within it's two main regions. The lower part of the state (to the east and southeast from Columbia) is the Coastal Plain or Lowcountry. This region is mostly flat, with numerous farms, some marsh areas, reaching out to the coast where there are many bay inlets. The Upstate region (west and northwest from Columbia) hosts the Piedmont where thick forests cover foothills and picturesque rivers and waterfalls can be found.

Sunday Morning Rides  South Carolina Road Rides with GPS Ride Maps

Open Road Journey  South Carolina Roads, Routes & Rides

Motorcycle USA Ride Guide for South Carolina

Discover South Carolina  Visitors Site