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advocating for the planning and implementation of the Trail%u2019s full master plan.%u201d That master plan will eventually expand the Trail to a 16-mile path between the scenic Sands Beach in Port Royal and the Whale Branch River in Seabrook. %u201cTen miles of the planned 16 have been built, so there%u2019s still a long way to go,%u201d Sissy points out. But the work is paying off. %u201cMore than a quarter of those enjoying the Spanish Moss Trail are visitors to the area, helping fuel the economy. This is a big deal, and has been an intentional strategy by our nonprofit for more than a decade.%u201d %u201cAs the Trail has grown, it%u2019s attracting all kinds of people,%u201d Dean says. %u201cSome are moving closer to the Trail to use it as an everyday amenity, and travelers are coming from all over as avid cyclists, coastal wildlife enthusiasts, historians, bird watchers, and families looking for outdoor adventure. We%u2019re proud of its progress and collective support, and we%u2019re focused on its future.%u201d Learn more or support the Spanish Moss Trail at www.SpanishMossTrail.com or contact the Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail at info@spanishmosstrail.com.12 January 2026 | BeaufortLifestyle.comKNOW BEFORE YOU GO%u2022 The Spanish Moss Trail is open from dawn to dusk.%u2022 The Trail is multiuse for walking, running, cycling, wildlife viewing, and fishing.%u2022 Pets are welcome on a leash, and pet waste stations are available.%u2022 No motorized vehicles are allowed, but pedal-assist class 1 e-bikes (without a throttle) and motorized wheelchairs are welcome.%u2022 Parking is available at six trailheads, including Clarendon Road, Roseida Road, Beaufort Plaza, Depot Road, Broome Lane, and Westvine Drive.%u2022 Restroom facilities are available at the Broome Lane Trailhead, Depot Road Trailhead, and several businesses near Trail access areas.%u2022 Fishing is available at designated trestles.%u2022 Download the free mobile app: The Spanish Moss Trail Mobile Guide.Left to Right: Steve Mix, Kate Hines, Charlie Frost, Gene Rugala, Joe DeVito, Nora Kresch, Dick Deuel, Gary Thompson, Dave Barton, & Mary Roe (not pictured)