This Nature Trail Is One Of The Best In South Carolina
This forty-acre wetland in North Augusta was, not long ago, ponds full of trash, industrial debris, and dead trees. According to the North Augusta city website, that all changed when the city partnered with Hammond’s Ferry developers to determine what could be done to improve it. They designed and implemented a plan to improve the ecosystem and create Brick Pond Park.
Wildlife
Now, you’ll see wildlife, from alligators and river otters to some 111 species of birds during your walk or run in one of the park’s four ponds.
There is also a pavilion for wildlife viewing. The West Pond features a dock where you can sit and enjoy the scenery or cast a fishing line. Canoes and kayaks are allowed in both of the ponds.
The Greeneway
Brick Pond is also connected to North Augusta’s Greeneway, named after former North Augusta Mayor Thomas Greene. This running, walking, and biking trail covers 12 miles. Plans are ongoing for the Greeneway to be connected to North Augusta’s downtown area, too.
Plus, A Rooftop Bar
While enjoying Brick Ponds, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the area’s restaurants and catch an Augusta Greenjacket’s game at SRP Park, next to the ponds. If you are traveling and need a place to stay overnight, there is also a Crown Plaza hotel next to all of your adventures in the area. It also has a really cool rooftop bar, too.
If You Go
Parking is available in the Municipal Center parking lot, in the parking garage adjacent to the Municipal Center just across Center St, and at the North Augusta Greeneway entrance off of Riverside Boulevard.
Stay Alert!
From the city of North Augusta website:
Stay Alert!
Alligators and venomous snakes are in the park, so stay alert and out of the water at all times. Pay close attention to your children and pets to ensure everyone stays safe and enjoys the park. Use common sense, give wildlife their space and never throw anything, shout at, be aggressive toward, or harass them in any way. Never feed any wildlife at the park! If an alligator is fed and becomes accustomed to humans, it may see the human as food, and the animal’s behavior will change. It is illegal to feed wildlife and waterfowl within any city park in North Augusta. Fines up to $500.00 can be imposed.
Park Rules: Opens at dawn and closes at dusk.
- Do not feed wildlife.
- Take only pictures and leave only footprints.
- Stay out of the water at all times.
- Dogs must be on a leash.
- Do not drive on trails.
- Park in designated areas only.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Always keep children close by and on the trail.
Other rules may apply depending on the conditions, season, and situation. Use proper judgement and common sense to stay safe and enjoy the park.
Fishing Restrictions
Fishing at Brick Pond Park is only allowed in West Pond, as seen in the designated fishing area map. To obtain a City Fishing Permit, contact North Augusta Riverview Park Activities Center. State fishing permits can be acquired through the SC Department of Natural Resources.
