Holmes Educational State Forest

The Talking Trees

We took our kids here when they were growing up and now we're taking our grandkids. What a great place, quiet, cool and shaded, and an easy hike for little ones or older ones like me now! The talking ...

Worth a stop!

Definitely a hidden gem like others have said! We spent a few hours here and saw maybe two people. Easy trails for the kids, a lovely butterfly garden and fun labyrinth.

Unique Talking Trees

What a great hiking area for families & children. The hike through the talking trees was such a great experience. My kids and I learned about the local trees and other interesting forest facts along...

Perfect for kids

We stayed in Saluda and drove here to do the talking trees trail with the kids. It was pouring rain but we still had fun, and the little waterfalls were beautiful. An easy hike with little kids. Not ...

Beautiful Place to Visit

Great place to visit and spend some time in nature. Talking trees along the trail are a fun thing for kids and adults both. Pro tip: trees have more than one recording so press button repeatedly to...