Table Rock Summit Trail SC is a premier hiking destination in Pickens County, South Carolina, covering 7.2 miles with 2000ft of elevation gain. Stats: 7.2 miles, 2000ft gain, Hard. Type: Loop. Surface: Rock/Dirt. Time: 5-6 hours. Fee: $5 SC park fee. Dogs: Yes. Permit: No. Wildlife: white-tailed deer, black bears, peregrine falcons, timber rattlesnakes, wild turkeys. Best seasons: Spring for wildflowers; fall for foliage; avoid summer afternoon lightning on exposed summit. Table Rock at 3,124 feet is the crown jewel of the SC Upstate. The summit loop delivers boulder scrambling, cliff-edge panoramas across the Blue Ridge foothills, and one of the finest views in the state. Pack plenty of water and layers. Mountain weather in the southern Appalachians can change rapidly — always check the forecast. Leave No Trace: stay on trail, pack out all waste, respect wildlife.