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
Peaches and Berries Guide
Looking for road side stands? How about pick-your-own-fields? What about delicious recipes? We've got a guide will will help you find all of this and more! The Peaches & Berries Guide covers what is in season, where to find it, how to store the
Riding Stumphouse Mountain Bike Park
We went on a field trip to the newest mountain bike trails in the Upcountry of South Carolina, Stumphouse Mountain Bike Park. We rode Phase 1 in the morning, which is 4 miles of beautiful trail that was built in 2018. This
Explore Falling Water
We've highlighted more than 100 publicly accessible waterfalls that are found in SC's Upcountry. They range in height from 40 to 700 feet. Most of the falls can be found in the area's parks and are easily reached, while others
Revolutionary War Sites in the Upcountry
Independence Day, also known as July 4th, is when we, the citizens of the United States, celebrate our freedom from Great Britain. It was marked by signing the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and we commemorate the event with parties,
Valentine’s Day Getaway
Valentine's Day is the holiday where you get to splurge on your loved one. A romantic trip is just what is called for, and the Upcountry is the perfect location. A Bed and Breakfast offers a delightful experience, and here
Anniversary Of The Battle Of Cowpens
This battle of Cowpens was fought on January 17, 1781, and was a turning point in the Revolutionary War. The battle only lasted an hour, but it was a stunning defeat for Lt. Colonel Banastre "Bloody" Tarleton and his British
Come Out And Play 5K Series
Start the new year off right with 5Ks in our State Parks! From the mountains to the sea, you'll have six opportunities to explore very different parks and challenge yourself with this series. Registration for each race is $25 plus race
Local KOA Recognized Nationally For Customer Service
TRAVELERS REST, S.C. — Jason and Rebecca Tubb weren't just looking for a new business when they went in search of a campground to purchase in 2014. They wanted a family business. In the five years since the Tubbs and their
