50 Years of Running the Chattooga
Since 1972 NOC has been connecting guests with nature and outdoor adventure in the upstate of South Carolina. As one of the two first rivers to call the Nantahala Outdoor Center home, the Chattooga National Wild & Scenic River holds
Turning To Victory: The Revolutionary War Was Won Here
Home to key victories of The Revolutionary War, Upcountry South Carolina played an integral role in America’s independence. By Hope S. Philbrick Americans can thank South Carolina for freedom. The Revolutionary War for American independence (1775-1783) was won in the South. Several
2022 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers, and South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Director Duane Parrish appointed three chefs to serve as South Carolina Chef Ambassadors for 2022. “South Carolina Chef Ambassadors do South Carolina
Electric Motorcycle Tour
The world’s first electric motorcycle tour company is in Long Creek, SC. Founded in 2020, electricmotorcycletours.com was established by a long-time adventurer who believes electric motorcycles are the future. Phillip Clay has done multiple 30-day solo tours on conventional bikes,
50 Years Since Deliverance
Those who have seen the classic thriller, Deliverance, know the fictional Cahulawassee River where the movie was set. The river had as much a starring role in the film as actors Jon Voight and Burt Reynolds. But many people don’t realize
Bike Tours Offer Close-up View
Enjoy South Carolina’s beautiful landscape by taking bike tours of Greenville, the Upcountry, and more! With its beautiful landscapes, historic cities, and unique Southern cuisine, South Carolina has become a favorite destination for multi-day bike tours. Adventure-minded travelers who enjoy taking
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.
Gardens in the Upcountry
South Carolina is home to many unique gardens. Discover why these South Carolina gardens are a must-see for anyone visiting the Palmetto State. South Carolina Botanical Garden at Clemson University - Clemson, SC Started as a small camellia preserve in the 1950s, the South
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
