The Stool
Mountain in South Carolina · 2,615 ft
The hike up The Stool
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is The Stool?
The Stool is 2,615 ft above sea level and lies in South Carolina. Its prominence is 180 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up The Stool?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.2 mi one way with 1,365 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 11 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for The Stool?
The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 2.2 mi on foot · ↑ 1,365 ft · about 2 h 11 min round trip. Alternative: West Gate Road Parking, Table Rock State Park, South Carolina (south of the peak) (about 2.6 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log The Stool in Conquer?
Yes — The Stool is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer The Stool in the app
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