Hydrogeology Symposium Field Trips
2026 Symposium Field Trips
DATES: April 1 and 3
Location: Geologic Transect from Clemson to Sassafras Mountain, SC
The 2026 field trip will examine the three main thrust sheets that comprise the Inner Piedmont in the upstate of South Carolina: the Six Mile, Walhalla, and Jocassee thrust sheets. The thrust faults that separate these thrust sheets will be identified. As we traverse from Clemson to Sassafras Mountain, the highest point in South Carolina, we will also visit notable geomorphic features such as Big Rock Mountain (see photo), which is made up entirely of the Table Rock gneiss that makes up a large percentage of the Walhalla thrust sheet.
The majority of the sites visited are easily accessed roadside geology stops except for the short, but steep, hike to a lookout on Big Rock Mountain. Attendees not wanting to experience that hike can follow us up to where the steep part begins and lounge on the exposed rocks till we return.
Guidebooks from previous field trips are available that include a trip overview, highlighted stops, plus maps.
Trip Registration
Registration for the Spring 2026 Field Trips will be announced soon; when it opens, you can register more than one person at a time. All trips are 8-hour/CEC events. If you are registered for a trip, you will receive an update on times and locations at least two weeks prior to the trip. Lunch is provided.
Questions or Concerns?
Email: brames@clemson.edu
Call: 864-656-3438
