South Carolina finally has its very own Donut Trail and it’s mouthwatering – and probably loaded with calories. But it’s winter – and who cares? Right?
There’s nothing in the world like a fresh, hot donut to perk up your day – except maybe a dozen or so of the same. Whether your motivation is just sheer pleasure or you’re seeking comfort food, these Palmetto State gourmet donut shops are the bees-knees in South Carolina. So gas up the car and get ready to hit the all new South Carolina Donut Trail.
Google Maps Be careful. This trail is piping hot! Here’s the link to the Google Map that will guide you on your way.
- Sunny’s Donuts - 720 S Granard St, Gaffney, SC 29341
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Facebook/Sunny’s Donuts It’s easy to see why Sunny’s was voted “Best Donut In South Carolina.” This tiny shop in Gaffney is all the rage and already a daily stop for most locals. But don’t worry, they’re always making fresh donuts! Read more in this 2016 article we published.
- The Donut Experiment - 2123 Augusta Street C, Greenville, SC 29605
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Facebook/The Donut Experiment At the Donut Experiment, there’s no topping that’s too outrageous to put on a piping hot donut. From crazy toppings to plain old sugar glazed, these donuts are irresistible!
- Murray’s Donuts - 627 Bultman Dr, Sumter, SC 29150
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Yelp/Cheryl N A visit to Murray’s in Sumter means fresh donuts, and a variety of other foods too. But we know how it is; go for lunch and end up eating donuts. Go ahead. We won’t judge.
- The Donut Man - 200 S Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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Yelp/Erika F Fresh gourmet donuts are aplenty at this Myrtle Beach favorite. Any trip to see The Donut Man isn’t complete unless you leave with an assortment of these beauties.
- Joey Bag of Donuts - 1118 Park W Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466 (open Fri, Sat, Sun)
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Facebook/Joey Bag of Donuts Scarf down these beauties knowing they’re made with old Italian family recipes. Each one seems almost like a work of art. Joey’s has been open since 2009 in Mt. Pleasant. They’re open Friday to Sunday.
- Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts - 481 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
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Facebook/Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts With names like “The Purple Goat” and “Lemon Old Fashion” these creations take on a life of their own. GGD is on Charleston’s King Street, which means you can take a walk after leaving this gourmet eatery and walk off some of those calories.
Enjoy hitting the “trail” and don’t worry about stuffing your face. What’s one day – and about six dozen donuts? No big deal.
Google Maps
Be careful. This trail is piping hot! Here’s the link to the Google Map that will guide you on your way.
Facebook/Sunny’s Donuts
It’s easy to see why Sunny’s was voted “Best Donut In South Carolina.” This tiny shop in Gaffney is all the rage and already a daily stop for most locals. But don’t worry, they’re always making fresh donuts! Read more in this 2016 article we published.
Facebook/The Donut Experimentn Greenville
Facebook/The Donut Experiment
At the Donut Experiment, there’s no topping that’s too outrageous to put on a piping hot donut. From crazy toppings to plain old sugar glazed, these donuts are irresistible!
Yelp/Cheryl N
A visit to Murray’s in Sumter means fresh donuts, and a variety of other foods too. But we know how it is; go for lunch and end up eating donuts. Go ahead. We won’t judge.
Yelp/Richard R
Yelp/Erika F
Fresh gourmet donuts are aplenty at this Myrtle Beach favorite. Any trip to see The Donut Man isn’t complete unless you leave with an assortment of these beauties.
Yelp/Nichole L
Facebook/Joey Bag of Donuts
Scarf down these beauties knowing they’re made with old Italian family recipes. Each one seems almost like a work of art. Joey’s has been open since 2009 in Mt. Pleasant. They’re open Friday to Sunday.
Facebook/Glazed Gourmet Doughnuts
With names like “The Purple Goat” and “Lemon Old Fashion” these creations take on a life of their own. GGD is on Charleston’s King Street, which means you can take a walk after leaving this gourmet eatery and walk off some of those calories.
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