Flower Finders – Best Places to View Blooms in the Spring
March 2, 2026
April showers bring May flowers! Or so the saying goes. For all those who come
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Bellfest
March 1, 2026
By Marie McAden The rare Oconee Bell – the delicate bell-shaped wildflower found only
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
Winter Vacations in the Upcountry
December 8, 2025
The Upcountry is a fabulous place to visit for winter adventures. Despite the beautiful cover
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.
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’
Best State Parks to View Fall Color
October 29, 2025
The State Parks located in the Upcountry of South Carolina are ideal for viewing 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
Fall Foliage Report
October 6, 2025
Soon we will be fascinated with the beautiful colors that the season brings. Ranger Ashley
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