Recovering from Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene rampages through the Upstate
The storm caused damages to the Preserve estimated to be in the millions. Our 14-mile trail network was completely covered in downed trees.
Sept. 27, 2024
Hundreds of volunteers help clear and clean trails
Oct. 4, 2024
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Preserve reopens to public with limited access
Oct. 11, 2024
After two weeks of being completely closed, several trails are reopened to the public.
Oct. 11, 2024
West Bay Boardwalk Reopens
Sept. 2025
March 2026
Thanks to generous support from Fluor, a rebuilt West Bay Boardwalk reopens to the public.
After two weeks of being completely closed, several trails are reopened to the public.
Woodie Walk Observatory Opens
A two-story observation deck with a short but scenic boardwalk is the last major piece of infrastructure to be rebuilt following Hurricane Helene. The replacement and reimagining of one of the Preserve's most treasured places was generously funded by Greenville Women Giving.
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