The Doodle Trail

One of three areas of focus for our YMCA is healthy living.  It is our mission to improve the health and well being in our community one person at a time.  Because of this, we supported the construction of and now the use of The Doodle Trail so that our community can combat obesity and health related diseases.

The Doodle Trail connects the towns of Easley and Pickens in the northwestern corner of South Carolina. The paved trail follows the former Doodle Line for just over 8 miles and includes two bridges along the trail. The trail is open 7 days per week, dawn to dusk.  

Why the name ‘Doodle Trail’?
The former railway that it follows began passenger and freight service in 1898 and was called the “Doodle” because it ran backwards on the return trip like a doodlebug between the cities of Pickens and Easley. Trains have the ability to go forward and in reverse with the same power and speed.

Rules of the Trail

• Open sunrise to sunset
• No motorized mopeds or vehicles
• Pack it in, Pack it out. Leave no trace.
• Pets are allowed but please bring your own waste bags.
• Please stay to the right of the trail. Trail traffic is just like a normal road, to the right.
• When passing someone, yell to them so they know you are coming. “To your left!” is a popular phrase.
• Please stop at all stop signs.

Click here for a Doodle Trail Map. To learn more about The Doodle Trail, visit the official website.

The YMCA is not an official representative of The Doodle Trail.  This page is for informational purposes only.  If you have questions or comments about The Doodle Trail, please contact either the City of Easley or the City of Pickens: information below.
City of Easley: Call (864) 855-9700
City of Pickens: Call (864) 878-6421
In an emergency, call 9-1-1
For non-emergencies, please contact the PC Sheriff’s Office: Call (864) 898-5500