242nd Anniversary
Thomas Jefferson called the October 7, 1780 battle “the turn of the tide of success;” it was the first Patriot victory following Charleston's British invasion earlier that year and a major morale booster. Kings Mountain National Military Park is a 4,000-acre
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
Denver Downs Farms Corn Maze Nominated For Best in the US
For the sixth year in a row, the massive corn maze at Denver Downs Farms in Anderson, SC, has been nominated for USA Today’s 10 Best Readers' Choice travel award contest. The family-owned and operated farm was selected from an
Podcast-An Insider’s Guide to Highway 11
Joe Mullinax appears on the Carolina Traveler to give an insider's guide to Scenic Highway 11, South Carolina's national scenic byway which winds through the Upstate region offering history, adventure, and surprises at every turn. Preview: Listen to the whole episode here
Split Creek Farm-Home of the Goats
If you’re looking for a fun activity to enjoy with your family, look no further than Split Creek Farm in Anderson, SC. Split Creek Farm is a commercial Grade A goat dairy farm that is located near Pendleton and Clemson. It
Spartanburg’s Home for Arts, Culture, and SO much more!
Chapman Cultural Center is Spartanburg’s one-stop shop for arts and cultural events, performances, exhibits, and educational programming in Spartanburg County. If you’re unfamiliar with the center, it features a variety of independent museums, galleries, and other cultural organizations located inside
Strawberry Hill USA
With strawberry season in full swing, there is no better time to visit Strawberry Hill USA Farm on the national scenic byway, Highway 11, in Chesnee for some freshly-picked, juicy strawberries straight from the farm. Strawberry Hill USA is a multigenerational
45th Annual Pendleton Spring Jubilee
Take a break from spring cleaning and experience a weekend event unlike any other that is so much more than just an ordinary art festival. For 45 years, the organizers have poured their passion and knowledge into this event, with the intention of
Christmas in Gaffney
December 10th will kick off Christmas in Gaffney with “A Storybook Christmas.” Come watch as the stories unfold in the city of Gaffney’s annual nighttime Christmas parade, where participants will decorate their entries to the theme of their favorite storybook.
The Carolina Panthers Training Camp
The NFL’s Carolina Panthers are in Spartanburg at Wofford College for training camp. It’s the Panthers’ 26th year practicing at the college and you have a chance to see them. The team will hold its first practice Wednesday, July 28 at 8:30
