Fishing Our Lakes, Rivers, and Streams
Are you ready to do some fishing? We have that covered in an exceptionally large way! Whether you’re seeking simple family fun catching bluegills from the shore of a small lake, a serious day of bass fishing on a big reservoir,
April 2021 Newsletter
Come explore the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the northwest corner of South Carolina. Crystal-clear lakes, pristine waterfalls, thousands of acres of parks and forests, Revolutionary War battlefields, and gorgeous mountain vistas are here for you to
Upcountry South Carolina is the Best Place to Drop a Fishing Line This Spring
Get hooked on the great outdoors in Upcountry South Carolina.
The Fight For Independence In The Upcountry
Anyone who’s seen the movie The Patriot starring Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin knows the prominent role South Carolina played in the Revolutionary War. The Palmetto State hosted more than 200 battles and skirmishes, the most among the original 13
Upcountry Insider Pass
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Where to Camp in the Upcountry
The Upcountry is a camping paradise. Mountains, streams, tremendous fall color, lakes, and hiking trails await you. Here is a sampling of what we have to offer, from gorgeous lakeside villas at our State Parks to tent camping on US
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
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
Horseback Waterfall Tours offers a different view of the great outdoors
Of all the ways to see the Upcountry's most rugged and scenic spots, including the area surrounding Jocassee Gorges and the waterfalls of neighboring North Carolina, by horseback has to be one of the most memorable. Lifelong horseman Rhett Leonard started
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
