Pumpkin Festival at Denver Downs Farm
“Denver Downs has 50 tons of pumpkins this year and really, what better way to celebrate the iconic fall symbol than a whole weekend dedicated to pumpkin-themed family fun?” said Catherine Garrison Davis, co-owner and special events planner for Denver
Central Unveils New Biking and Hiking Trails
The new Central SWU Hiking/Biking trails are located at 727 Clayton St, Central, SC 29630, just off the main campus of Southern Wesleyan University in Central, SC. The trails were built as part of a collaborative effort between The City of Clemson, The Town of
Jump into Fall Color in Upcountry South Carolina
By Hope S. Philbrick There’s no need to adjust the tint on your windshield. The fall colors really are this bright on the drive along the Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Byway (Highway 11) in Upcountry South Carolina. Beginning in September and continuing
Festivals And Fun On The Farm
The Gaffney Peachoid Let’s set the record straight: the Gaffney Peachoid was famous before the 135-foot water tower appeared in several episodes of the Netflix series House of Cards. The unmistakable landmark along I-85 signifies the importance of this delectable, summertime
Finding Fall Foliage in South Carolina’s State Parks
By Lynn & Cele Seldon Any time is a great time to visit South Carolina's diverse state parks, but we've found that fall provides a perfect period to choose one or more state parks for finding colorful fall foliage. The beauty
Adventures Around Every Turn
Lake Jocassee The Upcountry is famous for its crystal clear, man-made lakes, the most revered being the 9,000-acre, 385-foot-deep Lake Jocassee. Located just over an hour from Greenville and right below the North Carolina – South Carolina border, Jocassee is known
American Revolution Parks Increase Access
The National Park Service (NPS) is working service wide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis. Beginning Monday, June 15, 2020, the
Come “Two-Wheeling” In The Upcountry
The Upcountry is one of the country’s premier cycling destinations. Its mild four-season climate, rolling terrain, and bike-friendly culture combine to create an amazing experience for novices and experts alike. Just ask Greenville resident Georgie Hincapie, a former key member
Undiscovered South Carolina
From the mountains to the sea, when you're ready to visit all the wonderful places in South Carolina, we'll be ready. Whether it is your first visit or more than you can count, there's always something new to discover in the
Upcountry vs. Upstate
We usually hear from the locals, "Why do you call it the Upcountry? This area is called the Upstate!" This area has gone by many names: the Backcountry, the Upcountry, the Piedmont, and now the Upstate. We use the term Upcountry, as
