First Day Hikes and Getting Outside this New Year
December 22, 2025
New Year’s Day is the perfect time to start the year off right and get
Category: Family Fun
Can’t Miss Holiday Markets in the Upcountry
December 3, 2025
This season, check out our updated list of can’t-miss holiday markets in the Upcountry! From
Horseback Waterfall Tours offers a different view of the great outdoors
December 2, 2025
Of all the ways to see the Upcountry’s most rugged and scenic spots, including the
Winter Hikes
November 24, 2025
We love hiking in winter here in the Upcountry. Why? The trails are less crowded.
Magical Holiday Lights in the Upcountry
November 19, 2025
It’s time to plan your holiday family fun in the Upcountry! You won’t want to
Skating in the Upcountry
November 17, 2025
Ice skating? In the Upcountry? There sure is! There are fun and family-friendly ice rinks
Your Guide to Farmers Markets in the Upcountry
November 17, 2025
From seasonal farmers’ market finds to year-round roadside stands, this is your guide to farmers’
Frights in the Foothills: A Guide to Upcountry South Carolina’s Haunted Tours
October 23, 2025
Looking for a spooky start to your Hallo-weekend? Check out this ghoulish guide to all
Jump into Fall Color in Upcountry South Carolina
October 13, 2025
By Hope S. Philbrick There’s no need to adjust the tint on your windshield. The fall
Where to Camp in the Upcountry
October 8, 2025
The Upcountry is a camping paradise. Mountains, streams, tremendous fall color, lakes, and hiking trails
Falling for Leaf Peeping in the Upcountry
October 1, 2025
From the mountains near the North Carolina border off of Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Byway
Fall Foliage in Upcountry South Carolina
September 8, 2025
The Upcountry’s mountainous terrain is the perfect region to view the fall leaves. There are