The South Carolina Off Road Trail You Probably Haven't Heard Of

May 2024 I set out to drive the South Carolina Adventure Route solo. Not only did the trail have some surprises for me but had me heading home early with only half the route completed. I hope you enjoy this overland adventure and come back for the next half when I redeem myself in the completion of this route. I find it can be difficult to find overlanding routes on the east coast so I hope this video can be of some help in discovering your next route.
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[@somerandomguy6322]

You're in more dire need of a hitch winch and a Stanely coffee mug than anyone I have ever seen. Love what you do. Camera work is awesome. I know its a lot harder than people think. You have cracked the code of making people feel like they are along for the ride without the "look at me" obnoxious and narcissism, so many youtubers have these days. Good luck

[@lyleSchmidt]

Best comment I've gotten so far😂 Thank you for watching!

[@Dusther210]

Spot on!

[@MrMansandman]

Yety

[@jamessveinsson6006]

Don’t worry about the scar the scar will be there when you’re ready!

[@cainmenard5720]

Well said

[@stephenurmano2198]

I can’t believe you intentionally drove into that mud hole, dang. You definitely can use a winch.

[@jbw5485]

Holy crap!!! I was born and raised in SC. Never knew this existed. Definitely doing this. Awesome video. Thanks!!!

[@Roosternurse]

Me too, I’m in Anderson and never knew this!

[@seabee0733]

Same here Belton/HoneaPath . Gotta check this out

[@OdangFication]

@@seabee0733 Howdy neighbor, I live in willamston right up the road from ya

[@rt4wd_wolff]

This is my backyard here in South Carolina. You earned my sub. The full SCAR is on my to-do list.

[@Stephen2007_]

Welcome to SC brother! Great video!! Nice rig. Hope ya get to come back and finish the trail! I recommend some MT tires in this SC peanut butter mud, a winch, and a big water gun to spray out your radiator to prevent overheating as well as clean off your windows after slinging some of this thick sandy mud here. It will scratch your glass when you roll down the windows otherwise. I learned that the hard way 😂 New subscriber here bud.

[@rb3600]

Those are Cicadas brother! One of my favorite things about the south. They truly are deafening!

[@TheRealMrDiGG]

So loud this year!

[@WolfOverland]

What a cool trip. I’m in columbia sc. I’ve ran a lot of the scar but not the whole part. I know after a rain those roads get slick in mud. And I’m familiar with that mud hole. Lots of recovery’s there.

[@ricerxp]

I've lived in SC since 2008 and never knew this existed. Cool video!

[@jandamc]

Just watched this and the "frogs" you were hearing at the campsite on the side of the road are actually cicadas - we had 2 different hordes hatch at the same time in parts of SC and they were so loud people were calling 911. Crazy stuff. Hope the next time you visit our state you have a smoother journey

[@seabee0733]

Meth heads thought it was the end of time lol

[@_Labowski_]

Dude the drone work and b-roll is super impressive, keep it up. You’ve got it next time 🤙🏼

[@briancarroll8382]

First time catching your content and as a lifelong South Carolinian I gotta say you did a great job. Love our state and like most things here when people really see what all SC has to offer they can’t help but be impressed. Again, great job and look forward to seeing more of your stuff in the future.

[@petercole2339]

I cross double bridges over lake Hartwell near Portman marina everyday! I had no idea this trail even existed in my state! Great video!

[@michaelhesterjes8496]

I would never attempt something like this without a winch! definitely need one boss. makes self recovery a heck of a thinkmg😊

[@jeepsbeforetime]

Great video! Next time your out in our neck of the woods being North Georgia or South Carolina let us know you missed a lot in the Sumpter National Forest! You rode some of our favorite trails! Keep making Videos!

[@MrFlyrod7]

A good ole Texas boy. Lived there for 21 years by Corpus Christi (Portland). Was prepping for the beach overland thing when we moved to SC by Charleston. My wife and I did a piece of the SCAR a few months ago. She told me it was time to get a winch on that trip 😂. Great road to travel. Just so you know when you get down by Charleston, there’s all kinds of off-roads that splinter off the scar. We just start driving down all different roads to see where they went. Was a blast

[@supwell]

Bro that mud scene was epic. From the shot framing to the pacing to the music, you absolutely crushed it. New sub! Also nice altras 😉

[@VintageWanderer]

Can’t wait to try this ! I have an old Volvo C303 army truck. Lessons learned to use bypass others have used around that little mud hole !

[@JohnLee-lr2op]

I am asking this in the most sincere manner, but have you ever driven off road? And by off road I don't mean down the occasional dirt road or through your own yard? Know your vehicle, know your limitations, and don't destroy trails. BTW, a starter is an electric motor, swamp it, and this is often the result; many have drains to relieve water/mud out of the housing. Any component that isn't sealed, and goes under water should be checked, including differentials, transmissions, and transfer cases, especially if they do not have extended vents.

[@dieselwrench3621]

Time to invest in a winch👍 Great video by the way.

[@Bruizer61]

He needs to learn how to give it hell. These people thinking 4 low is the answer for mud

[@MrMrsregor]

@@Bruizer61 it depends on a lot of factors, like your speed, gear ratio, torque, and hp... for a slippery muddy road, yes 4 high. but for deep mud 4 low is normally better. remember, you can probably still do 50mph in 4low (or more) and you can also still do high rpm. 4 low is not just for slow crawling, it is also to change your final gear ratio with the lower transfer case gearing to achieve way more torque. but yea, trying to crawl in the deep mud wont work, still need some wheel speed no matter what gear that you choose

[@moonshiner313]

Hope you get to come back and finish this route. I live in SC and there are some good trails in the upstate and some incredible mountain views as well. Best of luck getting back down here to finish it

[@allenchilaxin4322]

Funny, I'm from Marion county, went to Marion high school. I barely remember the scar. There is also a great long road up near yellow branch above clemson. I wish my Tacoma was 4wd so I could go more places. Glad you did it, quite a learning experience for me.👍I'll try it during the next drought.

[@Jumpwingz]

Great video bud. Retired in SC 7 years ago, and never knew about this route. Thanks!

[@RyB717]

We were in SC last week. There was a Tacoma parked in the condo lot we stayed at that had a SCAR license plate. Super cool to see this video shortly after. Great video and awesome adventure.

[@THDC2015]

I am just finding your channel - Great video! Showing the reality of overlanding with the trials and tribulations front and center makes great content ! The N Georgia, SC and NC areas are some of my favorites! Good fishing areas too!

[@seabee0733]

I’m from the upstate where you were driving. Didn’t know about scar. Thank you for the video.

[@noaht5191]

Hey man, you passed right by my house! Ive lived and traveled these roads my entire life, and always go to NC, VA, TN, & WV to trail ride....ive never even heard of this adventure road until some jeep guy told me about it. Theres some very awesome sand dunes and sand trails to hit back where i live in the ancient bay lands.

[@ChristianGrest]

Absolutely lots of places to explore here in the Carolinas. I'm in NC. Beautiful country around here. Epic journey and production/editing...loved that night shot with the deer tracking in front of your Taco. That hole you got in was nuts! Saw that Aero sticker. Sucks it was cut short with the starter issue. You earned sub today. Awesome job man!

[@creedskimmer]

Awesome man, keep enjoying your journey sir.

[@booster222jc]

Beautiful footage of a beautiful and diverse landscape state. I would love to see you complete this route. Great Job.

[@smays5106]

New add here. So fun watching you and I'm only 13 mins in. Keep on keepin on 🤙

[@timbootle]

When you come back let me know. I’m out of Charleston but get upstate often. If I can get off, I’ll be glad to do it with you. I’ve got a double locked jeep on mud tires with a winch and a bunch of recovery gear including a ground anchor.

[@TheRealMrDiGG]

Watching from Graniteville SC 👍👍

[@lindamoore6919]

Amazing job. Thank you for highlighting South Carolina!

[@tdublove9558]

Absolutely enjoy your video Brother you'll get through it next time 😊

[@ryana8286]

Good ole Jamestown that’s where my granddad is from as a local you can have some fun in the national forests

[@shooter31m]

Welcome to South Carolina! 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@benharmon2817]

Great video! Your first couple days was spent in what used to be my backyard for the past decade. Just recently moved to the northern side of the state. It was cool and a bit nostalgic recognizing most of the dirt roads in the footage.

[@RandyHerring-b2h]

I actually live in Marion, SC. I recognized a couple of the roads ans areas you were passing through.

[@SimplyMustGo]

Dude! I’m so glad you did the SCAR, glad you had a great trip! Your video was outstanding! 🙌🙌🙌

[@Onthewater763]

Great video! When are you going back? Best video I’ve seen on this to date ! I’m here visiting from Long Island at my brothers who lives in Fort Mill SC with my Tacoma. Next time I come back bringing all my gear for this trip!

[@23MikeJ22]

Was that doe all alone? Just you and nature such a cool sight👍😉

[@MotoTherapy]

Really well done. Sorry the SCAR gave you a bit of a rough start. Looking forward to Part 2!

[@lyleSchmidt]

Me too, thanks for watching!

[@tjwarren725]

Awesome video. On day 1 soon as you stopped and showed the by passes I knew exactly where you were. Know those road like the back of my hand

[@justjackfromsc]

If those starters are like the Tundras they are super expensive and a real bear to change. Nice learning about a place that I can get to. Thanks for the video.

[@kidt3068]

2 things real quick. 1) think those are locusts not frogs. 2) get an inverter with conventional appliances. (I’m an electrician) lol Nice video!!! Thanks!!

[@Bubba88d1]

Cicadas not locusts. The hatching for the 13 and 17 year cicadas aligned this year for the first time since 1803.

[@oohbabybloo]

Alright we gonna man handle this and have some awesome fun gettin it done baby!…”YOU SHALL NOT PASS”😅😂

[@ickess]

15:18 I did this same thing at 1am on a fire trail in NY. We had just come from driving on the outer beach, night fishing. My truck was stuck there over night. My son had to come get me an my wife. Came back the next day with a 1 ton cable puller and winched it out. The fuse box went under water. Had to remove it and replace some relays and dry it out.

[@DB-os7wl]

Wow had no clue this was even in my backyard when stationed in Sumter. Great video! Keep up the good work!

[@ImDrayton]

Love to see part of the taco gang enjoy my home state trails. I’m from the upstate SC in the mountains but looks like I’ll definitely have to take a couple days to do this route!

[@kipperlane5589]

In Charleston South Carolina and there’s so much off roading enjoy

[@jerryhubbard4461]

The first time you mentioned in the video of the slow cranking, my first thought, starter has been under water too long. That is an easy repair.

[@noodles9341]

Great video man - live in the low country and we hit sections of the SCAR all the time. Such a solid mix of calm and less than calm.

[@davep2945]

That first road looks like some of the the old rural roads in Sumter, SC when my family moved there in the late 1980's. They were designated roads and had all the signage but they were dirt in the dry season and mud holes when it rained. It was probably the only area I've lived in where folks who don't off road for fun actually needed mud tires!

[@DB-os7wl]

Those roads around Sumter are no joke after a heavy rain. They turn to peanut butter real quick!

[@carloscollado4890]

Great video thanks for sharing, love the drone footage. I should try this route some day.

[@darrenb3551]

Ok, ok... YOU SHALL NOT PASS! That got me 😂

[@JeffNolen-we1sr]

Add a Garden Pump Up Sprayer to your kit. Perfect for cleaning up you, equipment and the vehicle.

[@christophermiller9125]

That is not frogs.That is the 17th year cicadas two broods rising from the ground at the same time, it was insane in South Carolina for about 6 weeks.Sounded like an alarm going off Nonstop!! Good video keep up the good work.

[@st33ldi9ital]

buddy if you're gonna be offroading and doin stunts like that alone.. you need a winch. matter fact, that should be the FIRST item for anyone that plans on goin solo. and also.... if you see a bypass, take it, there's a reason locals did it. the regulars that hit these trails do it for mudding.. and they gonna have bigger tires than you. so, you're gonna bottom out.

[@cliffyarboro1163]

I'm from NC I spent a lot of time in SC working and hunting for many years, screw the tent i would lay my seat back and go to lala land, you might need to invest in a winch before your next trip really enjoyed the video take care👍

[@That_Paul_Guy]

I’ve seen a few SCAR videos and yours is one of the best, if not the best I’ve seen.

[@erinh9660]

Awesome video man. Scar is something I would in the early fall the trees would look amazing a little less with mosquitos too!

[@TORA-COMMANDO]

I knew you were getting stuck from the time you stuck a stick in it. I would have tried the left side and straddled the ruts more, also a lot more throttle. Great video!

[@Crawling5thGen-ih3cm]

Great video! You may want to review the drone regulations, so you don't get yourself in a pickle though. Particularly when it comes to flying over moving vehicles/traffic.

[@BryanSeaton]

Just finished the Georgia Traverse and then a few hours on the northwest leg of the SCAR. Thought about doing the whole thing, but info I found said it was mostly dirt and paved roads.

[@adamspurlock7829]

Next time you come down to run the scar let me know I live in SC and have a lot of Toyota guys live All through SC. So if you ever get into a bind I need help. You can always reach out. We can help also. Definitely you need to invest in which especially down here but also great video

[@BeavBrodie1]

Great video! I've got to finish up 1 or 2 sections of the SCAR.

[@SgtRudySmith31bRet]

I'm in Charleston and had no clue this was near. I think this fall I'm going to take my family of 8 on some of these trails.

[@itsaboutfam]

That sucks man. I have seen too many puddles like that here in Florida that look deceiving. I was like "Damn!" when the front entered and just dropped. That's what probably caused your starter issues. Great video though...I enjoyed it.

[@lyleSchmidt]

Yep the connectors inside the housing were just caked in mud.

[@itsaboutfam]

@@lyleSchmidt Alot cheaper than a OEM starter.

[@shawnlewis389]

That was not frogs as much as it was Cicadas. You came through around their peak time. I live about 10 minutes from "Tick" Fork Lake.

[@JamesSmithForSC]

Great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@Jason_MotoPhotoAdventures]

Great editing. We did the SCAR on motorcycles. Just got a Silverado 4x4... making me think, LOL @motophotoadventures

[@northwestrider369]

needed the traction board staggered, one in the front and the other in the opposite back corner. your rear was completely sunk

[@thomaszuzich4415]

That mud hole is the exact same mud hole i got stuck in with my motorcycle. Had to end my trip short unfortunately but was great fun while it lasted. Makes me feel so much better knowing im not the only one to get stuck there. There were no bypasses when i went a few years ago.

[@lyleSchmidt]

@@thomaszuzich4415 🤣🤣 love it

[@joshuabowman6240]

Great video! Looking forward to more!

[@thomasbuchanan6235]

Welcome to SC man. You'll get used to the bugs and the heat soon enough.

[@burgpath7777]

Great video work. Looks like it would have been a fun adventure if not for the troubles in the mud. Time for a bumper and a winch to avoid the unnecessary hassle.

[@metalogre1]

I have to say, you're no wuss. I would've avoided that mudhole and I have a winch lol. But I'm a lot older and go solo like you. Subd and liked man. 🤘🇺🇸

[@bruh-ij7so]

Drive through state lolololol. Mountains and beautiful beaches. Hope your perspective has changed after seeing the beauty of the state.

[@Dusther210]

Please keep posting content like this You just got yourself a sub Great video sir!

[@jeffreyshingleton6023]

Deer hunters (maybe hog hunters) with a snatch rope for the win!

[@skangobango]

Hey if you haven’t heard of it yet check out Overland South! We’re having our next event October 11-13th

[@devinholland2189]

If you have a hilift jack you can use that as a winch.

[@ashutoshbhadauria1933]

Thanks!

[@lyleSchmidt]

The 1st person to contribute to the truck winch!🤘

[@nichols780]

Where is the tree your first night? I live in Moncks Corner (outside of Jamestown) and I want to go take the camper to that spot!

[@devinholland2189]

This is wild, turns out I live on the route.

[@dalton916]

Not frogs, Cicadas and you done knocked off half the stuff so go ahead and pull off the rest so you can put in a low profile hitch mount and hitch.

[@XYoverland]

Great video! New subscriber from VA.

[@JeffNolen-we1sr]

Starter…yes the water puddle did it But you were at an Autozone 2 hr DIY in the parking lot Next will be your alternator

[@smitchell2339]

Definitely would have gone left, lol!

[@mikeandrews1899]

No country boy ever used ear muffs for chainsawing a pine sapling 🤷‍♂️ 😂🤣👍

[@KD6TAV]

I was like take me…. Until i saw your truck in a mud pit. 😮

[@Bottomfeederonfire]

Great stuff, just subbed! All in my backyard, don’t mind winching out a fellow adventurer.

[@SimplyMustGo]

If you ever want to come back and finished it, let me know.

[@Yeahdude22]

That SC clay is what you gotta watch for Youll be stuck before you know it

[@thegiant573]

I would love to do the SCAR sometime.

[@bobwall6673]

Fayetteville NC......Lots of heigh speed low drag dudes around there.... I am out of NC, tad north of Fayetteville, If you hit that trail up again and want a second vehicle to roll with. Hit me up.

[@Keith_Murry]

You got a bunch of mud thrown up in there spray wash bro!

[@raymondclark1785]

Well for starters, don't drive thru using I-95 😮 My kids went off to college in FL and never came back so between visits to them and dive trips I was way to familiar with I-95 This year migrating north we took 121 out of Florida thru Georgia, SC and picked up I-26 in NC Time wise it was about the same but a lot more interesting. Maybe next time I'll use the LR4 and try the Scar

[@leonardhenderson6723]

Cool topper

[@gunnerpatry1323]

Psa made sure our poors are armed you'd know if you was on private property..lol Just funning around love it I'm sure you came by our house 601 eastover SC hope you enjoyed yourself..