Restoring and Protecting South Carolina’s Public OHV Trail Systems
Southern Trail Advocates and Riders (STAR) is a volunteer-driven, tax-exempt 501 ©(3) nonprofit dedicated to restoring, maintaining, and advocating for public off-highway vehicle trail systems across South Carolina.
Leading South Carolina’s trail recovery efforts following Hurricanes Debby and Helene.
Focused on rebuilding sustainable trail treads, drainage systems, and long-term resilience.
Proven Trail Recovery
Following Hurricanes Debby and Helene, STAR volunteers mobilized to clear storm damage and restore access to South Carolina’s public OHV trail systems.
STAR’s volunteer efforts have helped offset significant public costs associated with storm recovery and trail restoration-work that would otherwise require extensive contracted resources.
Real Work. On the Ground. All Year Round.
ACTIVE TRAIL SYSTEMS
Wambaw Cycle Trail— Jamestown
Enoree OHV— Clinton
Parsons Mountain OHV— Abbeville
Cedar Springs OHV— Abbeville
Manchester State OHV— Pinewood
Restoring South Carolina’s Public OHV Trails
On-the-ground volunteer work delivering real results across South Carolina’s public OHV trail systems.
WHY PARTNER WITH STAR?
REAL WORK. MEASURABLE IMPACT.
Southern Trail Advocates and Riders (STAR) delivers boots-on-the-ground results across South Carolina’s public lands—restoring trail infrastructure, rebuilding drainage systems, and preventing long-term closures where it matters most.
We offer partners a direct, visible way to support conservation, outdoor recreation access, and community impact—backed by measurable, real-world results.
Our projects provide:
Direct, measurable impact on public land infrastructure
Visible before-and-after project outcomes
Alignment with environmental stewardship and recreation access
Engagement with active outdoor recreation communities
Scalable opportunities across multiple trail systems statewide
We are actively seeking partners to support trail restoration, infrastructure improvements, and long-term sustainability across South Carolina’s public OHV systems.
Join us in restoring and protecting South Carolina’s public OHV trail systems.
This is what’s happening to our trails
Severe erosion and drainage failure are actively degrading South Carolina’s public OHV trail systems—leading to closures, safety risks, and long-term damage.
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impact today
Southern Trail Advocates and Riders is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization.
When you choose to give, you become part of something bigger—strengthening our community and creating lasting recreational opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Southern Trail Advocates and Riders (STAR) is a registered 501©(3) non
profit organization. Donations made to STAR are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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Donations to STAR directly support trail maintenance, safety improvements, and public access projects across South Carolina. One hundred percent of funds go toward these initiatives.
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Absolutely! We’d love to have you involved. You can sign up to volunteer by visiting our Volunteer page, or contact us directly at contact@startrailaccess.org. We’ll keep you updated on upcoming events and trail days!
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Yes, we do accept in-kind donations! If you have equipment, supplies, or other goods you’d like to donate, please reach out to us at contact@startrailaccess.org, and we’ll coordinate the best way to put them to use.
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Yes, you can absolutely donate in honor or in memory of someone. After you make your donation, we’ll follow up with you to confirm details so we can send a special acknowledgment if you’d like.
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Whether it’s a few hours or a full day, your time and talents can help move a mission forward. Sign up to help us make meaningful change.
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