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Overall, this route is beautiful. It is mostly on backroads so traffic isn't too bad. There is a short section on Hwy 11 where cars speed by at 55 to 65 mph, but there is a bike lane. Do this route if you are not overly anxious about cars sharing the road. Some of the roads are bumpy and one short section had no shoulder and rumble strips gouged into the white line. I will say that every driver was considerate waiting behind until safe to pass me on curves. Most gave me a wide berth when they passed which is much appreciated! You will be pedaling uphill and going fast downhill, so it is lots of fun if that is your thing. Use a bike with a wide selection of gears. You won't need wide tires but don't use your racing slicks either. Stop at Hagood Mill and don't miss the waterfall at the beginning, and the tea company at the end, of Carrick Creek Rd. The ride through the Nine Times Preserve is lovely. After the ride, I had lunch - a chicken, mushroom and cheese crepe - at The Full Plate Creperie Eatery in downtown Pickens. Delicious!

This small mountain town was founded in 1790. The town has more than 50 buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Doodle Trail is an 8.5-mile rails-to-trails path stretching from Easley to Pickens. The former rail system was called the "Doodle Line" because the freight engine could not be turned around and had to run backwards, resembling the motion of a doodlebug.

Glassy Mountain sits at an elevation of 1,703 feet and from the summit offers panoramic views of the Piedmont and Blue Ridge Escarpment.

Glassy Mountain tops out at an elevation of 1,703 feet and there are multiple viewpoints around the sides of the mountain's peak.

A fascinating pedestrian bridge for connecting with nature in the public gardens on both sides of the Reedy River. There are plenty of nice places to relax during your ride. Here you can enjoy the river's currents and surrounding beauty.

A gathering place where families, friends, and farmers unite, sharing food stories, forging connections, and turning neighbors into friends. Their craft coffee and espresso are sourced sustainably, and you can enjoy all natural meal.

Paris Mountain, a hub for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, invites nature enthusiasts to explore 1,540 acres of diverse terrain. The extensive trail system and serene lakes create a haven for outdoor activities, from leisurely cycling to expert mountain biking and water adventures in the lakes' tranquil waters.