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Creating Community through
People, Parks and Programs
Stay & Play In Our Parks!
We offer over 200 campsites in
our three beautiful county parks.
Electricity and water at each site,
friendly staff, clean restrooms, hiking
trails, playgrounds, Lake Keowee
and Chauga River access, tent only
areas as well as large RV sites!
Chau Ram County Park
• 28 Camping Sites
• Primitive Camping Areas
•4 Shelters, 1 Recreational Building
• Waterfalls • Hiking Trails
• Chauga River Access
Closed Nov. 20 thru first weekend in March
Live where you play.
High Falls County Park
South Cove County Park
• 1 Shelters •1 Recreational Building
• Boat Ramp • 4 Tennis Courts
• Playground • Fishing Pier
• Lake Keowee
• 2 Shelters, 1 Recreational Building
• Boat Ramp • Fishing Pier
• Miniature Golf • Playground
• Softball Field • Volleyball
• Basketball • Tennis
• Lake Keowee
Day Use & Lake Access Open Year-Round
Camping closed Nov. 20 thru first weekend in March
All Areas Open Year-Round
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7
Destination Of A Lifetime: Jocassee Gorges
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Photographer’s View
12 Waterfalls
20 The Sumter National Forest:
DISCOVER OCONEE
22 Parks
he pristine waters of lakes Jocassee, Keowee and Hartwell, nestled under the
beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, are some of the best in the Southeast. The
National Wild and Scenic Chattooga River was given special designation by
the United States Congress in 1974 because of its special characteristics and
geologic and cultural values. More than 150 waterfalls grace the escarpment of the
Mountain Lakes Region.
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Oconee County is in the northwestern corner of South Carolina, known as the
Mountain Lakes Region because of its climate, its spectacularly beautiful lakes and the
beauty of its Blue Ridge Mountains. Today, outdoor recreation, adventure travel and
family “together time” are eagerly sought by tourists, and Oconee County offers the
perfect setting for an affordable vacation for active families, couples and retirees.
42 Play
24 Hiking
33 Lakes
Cover photo courtesy of
Mountain Lake CVB
39 Fishing
41 Biking
48 Agricultural Tourism
53 Gather
56 Cities and Towns
69 Relax
75 Eat
81 Celebrate
89 History
97 Arts and Culture
100 Relocate
Mountain Lakes Convention
and Visitors Bureau
Ken Sloan
President/CEO
105 W.S. Broad St.
Walhalla, South Carolina 29691
877.Mt.Lakes
877.685.2537
[email protected]
The Journal
Jerry Edwards
Publisher
210 W.N. First St.
Seneca, South Carolina 29678
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102 Traveling to Oconee County
Lake Jocassee
photo by Al Ward
Oconee County - South Carolina
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Destination Of A Lifetime
The Jocassee Gorges
Oconee County, South Carolina has been
highlighted by numerous global and national
publications including CNN and Southern
Living. Most recently, National Geographic
released a special edition entitled, “50 of the
World’s Last Great Places – Destinations of a
Lifetime”. The emphasis of the publication
was on areas that had pristine natural resources. The Jocassee Gorges in Oconee not
only made the cut, but was honored as the
fourth best place to visit based on our “intense concentration of waterfalls”. Over 150
waterfalls have been identified in Oconee
with designated walking trails to 29 of them.
For more details on the waterfalls, the Mountain Lakes CVB has created a mobile app that
can be found by searching “Oconee County
South Carolina Waterfalls”.
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■ COOL FACTS ABOUT
THE JOCASSEE GORGES AREA
It’s a true Rain Forest! The heavily forested
Jocassee Gorges region receives approxiCONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
mately 100 inches of rain per year, making it
the only temperate rain forest in the United
States east of the Rocky Mountains.
Lake Jocassee, a pristine, mostly undeveloped lake is surrounded by the Blue Ridge
Mountains. This 9,000 acre lake has numerous water falls and picturesque rivers that you
can pull your boat up to, swim under and hike
around.
The Chattooga River, a nationally designated Wild and Scenic River, also has numerous
waterfalls and tributaries that flow into it. The
Scenic designation prevents any form of development within a quarter mile of it’s banks.
The Foothills Trail is a 78-mile trail system
that takes hikers through the heart of the Jocassee Gorges with unparalleled scenic views
with creeks, streams, rivers and crosses over
three different sections of Lake Jocassee.
If you are looking for a safe, family friendly
wild and scenic adventure, then come visit
Oconee County, a “Destination of a Lifetime”!
A Photographers View Of…
The Mountain Lakes Region
Discovering Oconee by Adam Wright
Meet Adam Wright and family
Adam Wright, his wife, Sara, and three
young sons moved to Oconee County in
2007. They began to explore the county by
visiting state and county parks that offered
disc golf, geocaching and swimming. In
August of 2010, Adam’s middle son, Kallsen,
became interested in Cub Scouts. As part of
the Cub Scout program, Kallsen and his pack
would hike to various Oconee County landmarks discovering different waterfalls, animals
and plants. In 2012 Parker, the youngest son,
also began his scouting adventure. With two
children now actively interested in pursuing
new adventures and finding new places to
visit, a game emerged. Each weekend, the
family would visit a new place, or explore a different trail just to be the first one (in the family) to identify plants and/or insects. During the
summer of 2014, it became apparent that the
family needed to document the findings as a
way of “keeping points”. The easiest way was
to take pictures of each “find”. As the months
passed, both Kallsen and Parker expressed an
interest in photography. Each child was given
a digital camera and allowed to photograph
on their hikes.
In 2015, Kallsen’s Boy Scout troop was looking for a new and different way to raise money
for the local scouts to attend their annual summer camp. At camp, the Boy Scouts work on
team building as well as merit badges needed
on their trek to Eagle Scout. As a family, the
Wrights decided to approach Troop 45’s Parent Committee and offer the idea of a South
Carolina Waterfall Calendar & Hiking Guide.
The calendar featured pictures of 13 different
waterfalls found in upstate South Carolina.
Along with pictures, the calendar gives directions to over 30 waterfalls and indicates the
difficulty of the trail (easy, moderate, or strenuous). The scouts sell these calendars in various
locations beginning in October.
If you would like more information on the
Waterfall calendars or Wright Outdoor Photography please contact…Adam at [email protected]. You can
follow Adam and his boys’ photography on
Facebook at Wright Outdoor Photography.
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A Writers View Of…
The Mountain Lakes Region
The Wonders Of Nature in Oconee by Matt Payne
Meet Matt Payne
Photographer and travel writer Matt Payne
was first drawn to the Mountain Lakes Region
of Oconee County when he learned of the
area’s abundant waterfalls, vast wilderness
and world-class fishing. With the stripers
and hybrids of Lake Hartwell, rainbow and
brown trout of the Chauga and Chattooga
rivers and the multiple species of bass and
trout in beautiful Lake Jocassee, Matt saw
an opportunity not just for stellar photos but
also a chance to have the fishing adventure
of a lifetime.
His trip began on an overcast day on the
Chattooga River with Chattooga River Fly
Shop proprietor and fly fishing guide, Karl
Ekberg. Matt shoots with both a Nikon
D3300 and a Nikon P900, and managing to
carry both cameras and additional lenses,
while wading waste deep in roaring water
carrying a fly rod proved to be a challenge.
Torn between epic beauty and his desire to
catch as many trout as possible, Matt managed more than once to lose a fish because
he was snapping a photo and missed photo
opps because he was too busy reeling in a
twelve inch rainbow.
Thanks to a boat ride and the incompa10 • Visitors Guide
rable captain and fishing guide Steve Pietrykowski of Fishski Business, Lake Jocassee
proved to be easier to fish and photograph
at the same time. The early morning fog
punctuated by the eerie calls of local loons
managed to hide the surrounding wilderness long enough to catch a half dozen bass
without being distracted by the lake’s wild
beauty. Slowly, though, the fog began to lift
and the objective went from catching fish
to capturing images of Jocassee’s spectacular shoreline and multiple breathtaking
waterfalls. After ten minutes photographing
Wright’s Creek Falls, Matt decided to see
if anything was biting and within minutes,
the lines lit up and soon, under a roaring
waterfall, the cooler was filled up with giant,
beautiful bass. It is a rare occasion that one
catches a trophy bass at the base of a raging
waterfall. Thanks to the Mountain Lakes of
Oconee county, Matt can gratefully say that
he has and has the pictures to prove it.
To read more of Matt’s work and see more
of Matt’s pictures, visit mattpaynewriter.com
and follow him on Instagram and Facebook
at Matt Payne Travel Writer. Matt is featured
along with a couple of his bass on the cover.
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WATERFALLS
Riley Moore Falls
by Adam Wright
Oconee’s river terrain features some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the nation – from
the small to the majestic. Their rushing waters surrounded by stunning scenery make each
one a special place to visit. Hikes to these waterfalls range from easy to extremely difficult,
but each offers a rewarding, picturesque view at the end.
Bee Cove Falls, Salem (Map - Waterfalls 1) (Zone
1)
This remote multi-tiered falls is a difficult 2- to
3-hour hike but worth the effort. NORTH from
Walhalla on Hwy 28, BEAR RIGHT onto Hwy
107 for 12.5 miles. Park on LEFT and walk
150 yards to FS 702. BEAR RIGHT at 3-way
intersection and follow the sounds to the
waterfalls. GPS coordinates to parking area: N
34.98149 W 083.06280
7 miles then LEFT on Whetstone Rd, 1 mile
then LEFT on Cassidy Bridge Rd for 1 mile.
Turn LEFT onto Rich Mountain Rd, 3.3 miles
then RIGHT on Cedar Creek Rd, 2.5 miles and
park. Hike .3 miles down 2658 to intersection.
RIGHT down short path to creek. Cross and
follow downstream. GPS coordinates to parking area: N 34.76171 W 083.18613
Brasstown Falls, Long Creek (Map - Waterfalls 4)
(Zone 3)
Big Bend Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 2) (Zone
1)
Largest vertical drop of the Chattooga River is
a sight to see, but it is a difficult 3-hour walk.
NORTH from Walhalla on Hwy 28. BEAR
RIGHT onto Hwy 107 for 10 miles, then LEFT
onto Burrells Ford Rd for 3 miles, park. Follow
Foothills Trail 2.5 miles to Big Bend Trail. 0.5
miles hear the falls. Follow rugged paths to
the falls. GPS coordinates to parking area: N
34.97128 W 083.11465
Four falls ranging from 20 to 40 feet. A beautiful, easy hike. WEST from Westminster on
Hwy 76 for 11 miles then LEFT on Brasstown
Rd for 4 miles to FS 751. Park and follow trail.
GPS coordinates to parking area: N 34.71908
W 083.30158
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Blue Hole Falls, Mountain Rest (Map - Waterfalls
Walhalla
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Water rushes 75 feet down a narrow gap into
a blue hole, thus the name. Moderate 30-minute hike. NORTH from Walhalla on Hwy 28 for
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Bull Sluice Falls, Long Creek (Map - Waterfalls 5)
Hidden Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 10) (Zone
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A sight to see, with 14-foot drop on Chattooga River with whitewater in action.
NORTHWEST on Hwy 76 from Westminster
17 miles. Parking area is before bridge at
SC/GA line. Walk ¼ mile upstream. GPS
coordinates to parking area: N 34.81473 W
083.30512
Near the head of the Foothills Trail, this
50-foot waterfall over granite ledges can be
reached with a moderate, one-hour hike.
NORTH from Walhalla on Hwy 28. BEAR
RIGHT on SC 107 for 2.5 miles to Oconee
State Park (admission fee). RIGHT .8 miles
to Foothills Trailhead. Park. Follow trail to its
junction with Station Mountain Rd and the
Tamassee Knob Trail. Crossing Station Mountain Rd go LEFT 10 yards on Foothills Trail.
Follow signs to waterfall. GPS coordinates to
parking area: N 34.86309 W 083.09820
Chau Ram Falls, Westminster (Map - Waterfalls
6) (Zone 3)
Beautiful 40-foot cascade over large boulders
where Ramsey Creek and Chauga River meet.
Two miles WEST of Westminster on Hwy 76
at Chau Ram County Park. GPS coordinates to
parking area: N 34.68171 W 083.14542
Chauga Narrows, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 7)
(Zone 1)
Narrow 25-foot-high falls. NORTH 7 miles
from Walhalla on Hwy 28. LEFT on Whetstone
Rd (S193). Go 3 miles to Blackwell Bridge over
Chauga. Park and follow trail for easy ¼-mile
hike. GPS coordinates to parking area: N
34.83332 W 083.17399
Issaqueena Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 11)
(Zone 1)
An easy 5-minute walk gives you a view of the
beautiful waterfall named for a Creek maiden
who hid on a ledge to avoid capture during an
Indian attack. NORTH from Walhalla on Hwy
28 for 5.5 miles, turn RIGHT at the entrance
of Stumphouse Tunnel Park. Follow signs to
waterfall. GPS coordinates to parking area: N
34.80740 W 083.12158
Cheohee or Miuka Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 8) (Zone 1)
This 75-foot waterfall on Townes Creek can be
easily viewed with a 45-minute hike. NORTH
from Walhalla on SC 28, BEAR RIGHT on Hwy
107 for 8.7 miles. Park on RIGHT and follow
the Winding Stairs Trail signs with yellow posts
on RIGHT. Trail turns RIGHT 0.2 miles. Make
a sharp left and contiue 1.3 miles to clearing
and hear the falls. Hike through foliage to
creek. GPS coordinates to parking area: N
34.94110 W 083.08975
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Multiple falls range from 30 to 40 feet within
a 1-mile stretch. A difficult 2-mile hike. Travel
WEST 16 miles from Westminster on Hwy 76,
turn RIGHT on Chattooga Ridge Rd (S196).
Go 2 miles to LEFT at Fall Creek Rd (FS 722).
Take the LEFT fork across Fall Creek and park.
Path on LEFT leads to base of first falls and
strenuous downstream hike. GPS coordinates
to parking area: N 34.82245 W 083.25079
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This 70-foot tumble through a laurel-choked
gorge is on King Creek. Moderate 30-minute
hike. NORTH from Walhalla on Hwy 28. BEAR
RIGHT on Hwy 107 for 10 miles. LEFT onto
Burrells Ford Rd for 2.3 miles. Park on left.
Hike Chattooga Trail for .3 mile then LEFT by
bank of creek. Cross bridge then LEFT on trail
to falls. GPS coordinates to parking area: N
34.97128 W 083.11465
Laurel Fork Falls, Salem (Map – Waterfalls 13) (Zone
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This is the one waterfall you should consider
visiting by a means other than hiking. (Refer
to page 36 for boat rentals.) Witnessing 80foot high Laurel Fork Falls from a boat in the
waters of Lake Jocassee is a once-in-a-lifetime
shot. Drive NORTH from Pickens on US 178
for approximately 16.5 miles and turn left onto
Laurel Valley Rd, take the gravel road to the
RIGHT and drive .5 mile to the Foothills Trail/
Laurel Valley Access parking lot on left. There
is a 16 mile round trip hike. GPS coordinates
to parking area: N 35 02.938 W 82 48.828
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Oconee’s most scenic falls on Tamassee
Creek, but no official trail make this a challenging hike. From intersection of Hwy 11 and
Hwy 183, go NORTH on Hwy 11 for 4 miles.
Turn LEFT on Cheohee Valley Rd for 1.4 miles.
Turn LEFT onto Road 375 for 1 mile. Turn
LEFT on Tamassee Knob Rd and RIGHT on
Jumping Branch Rd. Turn LEFT on the second
gravel road (FS 715A). GPS coordinates to
parking area: N34.89344, W83.08131. Waterfall coordinates: N34.89428, W83.10191
Long Creek Falls, Long Creek (Map - Waterfalls
15) (Zone 3)
Multi-tiered, 50-foot cascade into Chattooga
River. WEST from Westminster on US 76
13 miles to Damascus Church Rd for 1 mile.
Turn RIGHT on Battle Creek Rd for 1.8 miles,
RIGHT on Turkey Ridge Rd for 3 miles. Park in
clearing near FS 755I. Follow to small parking
area and stay RIGHT to the fork. This is a moderate hour-long hike. Last 1/4 mile is steep
downhill to river. GPS coordinates to parking
area: N 34.77767 W 083.31212
Mill Creek Falls, Salem (Map – Waterfalls 28) (Zone
1)
Located on Lake Jocassee this falls is only
accessible by boat. Launch from Devils Fork
State Park (parking fee required). Boat rentals
and lake tours available. For exact locations
of the falls, please stop by the Devils Fork
Ranger Station for a map and detailed directions. GPS coordinates for Devils Fork State
Park are: N 34.952139W 82.946134
Opposum Creek Falls, Long Creek (Map Two-hour hike to this 50-foot cascade
requires quite an effort. WEST from Westminster on US 76 13 miles. LEFT onto Damascus
Church Rd 1 mile. RIGHT on Battle Creek
Rd 1.8 miles. RIGHT on Turkey Ridge Rd
2.2 miles. Park on left and follow trail for 2
miles to the river then hike upstream. GPS
083.30361
Pigpen/Licklog Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls
18) (Zone 1)
Two sets of falls 1/4 mile apart. From Hwy 28/
US 107 intersection, NORTH on 107, 3 miles
to a LEFT on Village Creek Rd for 1 mile. Turn
RIGHT on Nicholson Ford Rd (FS 775) 2 miles
to park. Access Foothills Trail toward Chattooga River and Falls. Easy one-hour hike.
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Reedy Branch Falls, Long Creek (Map – Waterfalls 30) (Zone 3)
This 30-foot cascade is easily accessible via
a 300-yard walk down a gravel road. The
pull-off, with its large stone columns and iron
gate, makes you think it’s private property.
However, it is indeed public land as the U.S.
Forest Service stake inside the gate indicates.
According to a Forest Service ranger, the land
was in the process of being developed for
homesites when the Forest Service acquired
it. Some remnants of this development
remain. From Westminster, take U.S. 76 for
about 15 miles. Look for the pull-off on the
left after you pass Chattooga Ridge Road on
the right.
Riley Moore Falls, Long Creek (Map - Waterfalls
20) (Zone 3)
Once the site of a gristmill, this waterfall measures 12 feet high, 100 feet wide. Moderate
15-minute walk. WEST from Westminster 7.5
miles on US 76. RIGHT on Cobb Bridge Rd 1.4
miles. LEFT on Spy Rock Rd, which is gravel, 2
miles. RIGHT on FS 748C. End of road, follow
short trail to falls. Moderate 15-minute walk.
W 083.18535
Secret Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 21 (Zone 1)
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Waterfalls 17) (Zone 3)
Winding Stairs Trail leads to this waterfall off
the beaten path. NORTH from Walhalla on
Hwy 28. BEAR RIGHT onto Hwy 107 for 8.7
miles, park on right. Follow Winding Stairs
Trail beginning at yellow posts on RIGHT. Trail
turns RIGHT 0.2 miles. Continue past clearing
where you exit to view Cheohee Falls. At
3rd LEFT turn, leave trail and head through
foliage, looking for ravine on LEFT. 300 yards
from the trail you view the waterfall. GPS
083.08975
Spoonauger Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 22)
(Zone 1)
This 50-foot waterfall is setet back into a hillside and surrounded by an explosion of shrubbery. NORTH from Walhalla on Hwy 28. BEAR
RIGHT on Hwy 107 for 10 miles then LEFT
on Burrells Ford Rd. Drive approximately 2.4
miles. Park on shoulder of the road near the
Forestry sign at the trail head. Follow the trail
approximately 0.25 mile, cross over Spoonauger Creek. Just after the falls, turn RIGHT at
the Falls sign and hike uphill to the falls. GPS
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Station Cove Falls, Walhalla (Map - Waterfalls 23)
(Zone 1)
Station Cove Falls, a stepped 60-foot waterfall
forms from headwaters atop Station Mountain. An easy, 30-minute hike through a
gorgeous Appalachian cove takes you there.
From the intersection of Hwy 11 and 183,
drive 1.5 miles NORTH on Hwy 11. LEFT on
Oconee Station Rd 2.4 miles to parking area
at historic site. Follow trail signs to falls. GPS
083.07463
Turtleback Falls, North Carolina
(Map - Waterfalls 24)
Turtleback Falls is one of the many falls on the
Horsepasture River. This small falls is downstream (to the LEFT) of where the trail meets
the river. The locals use it as a waterslide.
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Wright’s Creek Falls
by Adam Wright
Whitewater Falls, Upper, NC (Map - Waterfalls
Wright’s Creek Falls, Salem
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(Map – Waterfalls 28) (Zone 1)
Beginning in North Carolina and ending in
South Carolina, these falls are the highest in
eastern America. From Hwy 11 in Salem, go
NORTH on Hwy 130 ten miles and follow
signs to Whitewater Falls.
Located on Lake Jocassee this falls is only
accessible by boat. Launch from Devils Fork
State Park (parking fee required). Boat rentals
and lake tours available. For exact locations
of the falls, please stop by the Devils Fork
Ranger Station for a map and detailed directions. GPS coordinates for Devils Fork State
Park are: N 34.952139W 82.946134
Whitewater Falls, Lower, Salem
(Map - Waterfalls 27) (Zone 1)
Beginning in North Carolina and ending in
South Carolina, these falls are the highest in
eastern America. From Hwy 11 at Salem go
NORTH on Hwy 130 10 miles. RIGHT at Duke
Energy’s Bad Creek Hydro Station. Park in lot
for Foothills Trail. 1.7 miles to the overlook.
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Yellow Branch Falls, Mountain Rest
(Map - Waterfalls 29) (Zone 1)
60-foot cascades over rock ledges makes this
one of the favorites. NORTH from Walhalla on
Hwy 28 for 5.4 miles. LEFT to Yellow Branch
Recreation Area. Hike short distance on nature trail to Yellow Branch Falls Trail. 1.3 miles
to the falls. GPS coordinates to parking area:
N 34.80557 W 083.12876
Suggested Waterfall Hikes
Looking for something to do for one or two days? Here are some of our most popular
waterfall hikes that you can combine into one or two day trips. Before you go, pack a lunch
and carry plenty of water! Please take caution when hiking to any of our waterfalls. These
magnificent natural wonders are best viewed from the trail. Every year, we experience
several serious “accident” due to hiking negligence. DO NOT LEAVE THE TRAIL FOR A
BETTER VIEW FROM THE TOP!!!
■ YELLOW BRANCH FALLS & ISSAQUEENA FALLS
These falls are just across the street from each other. Yellow Branch is a moderate
45-minute hike one way, so plan on spending at least two hours. You will cross a few
streams so your feet might get wet if you miss the stepping stones. This hike is entirely
in the forest with magnificent views. It is a great place to have a picnic while enjoying the
falls.
Issaqueena is a very short hike, less than five minutes to a viewing platform. You can also
walk through Stump House Tunnel while you are there and hike the Blue Ridge Railroad
Trail. The trail passes by the “Middle Tunnel” and ends at Saddle Tunnel, neither of which
are open for access but still are great hike through the forest. The falls, tunnel and trail all
combined will take around three hours.
■ PIG PEN – LICKLOG – KING CREEK – SPOONAUGER – WHITE WATER FALLS
This is a five falls hike that can be done in one day.
Pig Pen and Licklog are on the same trail, just a few minutes apart. You can see both of
them along with the Chattooga River in less than two easy hours. There are some great
picnic areas and swimming holes on the river. After parking in the parking lot, follow the
signs to the first falls, Pig Pen, then cross the wooden bridge to Licklog which is a little
difficult to see through the trees. Then continue down the trail to the river. Like most of
our falls, this hike is totally submerged in a forest canopy.
King Creek is about a 20-minute drive from Pig Pen. From Village Creek Rd, take Hwy
107 approx. 9 miles to Burrells Ford Road. The “Burrels Ford” street sign is apparently
a great souvenir so the sign may not be there. If you get to the Fish Hatchery you have
gone too far. Turn around and take the first right and follow the road down to the parking
lot. This is a beautiful 30 – 40 minute easy to moderate hike through the forest and is
one of our most popular falls. On the return hike, you can follow the Foothills Trail signs
down to the Chattooga River, then hike upstream back to the parking lot (see the map
for details). Just around the corner is a smaller waterfall, Spoonauger, that is a moderate
15-minute hike. Total time for both falls is around three hours.
If you still have some time left in the day, continue driving up Hwy 107 to Wigington
Rd (right). Take time to stop at the Scenic Overlook for a breath taking view of Lake
Jocassee and the Jocassee Gorges. Continue on Wigington to Hwy 130, then turn left to
White Water Falls. This is state park that requires a parking fee. The hike to the overlook
platform is an easy 10-minute walk on an asphalt walkway. If you feel energetic, you can
take the stairs down to another viewing platform. This is a pretty steep and moderate
walk that is relatively difficult getting back up.
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THE SUMTER
NATIONAL FOREST
■ Camping In The Sumter National Forest
Andrew Pickens Ranger District
The District has a wide range of
camping opportunities from developed
campgrounds to primitive and backcountry
sites.
*Note: Groups of more than 75 require a
special-use permit.
Developed Campsites
♦ Cherry Hill Recreation Area
• Open April – Sept.
• Fee
• First-come, first served sites and
reservation-only sites
♦ Whetstone Horse Camp
• Open year round
• Fee
• First-come, first served sites and
reservation-only sites
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♦ Burrell’s Ford Campground
• Open year round
• Free
• First-come, first-served sites
The Andrew Pickens Ranger District is named for
Revolutionary War General Andrew Pickens. This
85,000-acre portion of the Sumter National Forest
serves as the gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains
of South Carolina, Georgia and North Carolina. The
district office, known as the “Stumphouse” Ranger
Station, offers a small interpretive center, sales outlet,
maps and Smokey Bear memorabilia.
These established campsites are within
recreations areas on the district. They are
standard, non-electric sites that include
some amenities (fire ring, table, bathroom,
water faucets).
Ellicott Rock Wilderness
Congress established the 3,300-acre Ellicott Rock
Wilderness in 1975 and made additions in 1984.
This wilderness now contains 8,274 acres in South
Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia and is located
about 16 miles north of Walhalla, South Carolina.
Surrounding part of the 15,432-acre Chattooga Wild
and Scenic River corridor, it provides a large, undeveloped area within easy driving distance of Atlanta.
USDA Forest Service
Andrew Pickens
Ranger District
112 Andrew Pickens Circle,
Mountain Rest, SC 29664
Group Camp
♦ Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp
• Open year round (no fees Oct. 1
- Dec. 31 and April 1 - 30). Reservation required remainder of the year
• This group camp is for hunters
during hunting seasons and can be
reserved for groups camp-outs the
remainder of the year.
• Includes a pit toilet and trash cans.
864.638.9568
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
www.fs.usda.gov/scnfs
www.facebook.com/scnfs
#scmountainlakes
Reservations can be made by
calling 877.444.6777 or
visit www.recreation.gov.
Primitive Campsites
These campsites have few, if any, facilities and do not require a permit
Saddle, pack and draft animals are not
permitted at any of the primitive campsites
except Riley Moore Ford and Tamassee
Camp.
King’s Creek
Big Bend
Tamassee Camp
Grapevine
Riley Moore Ford
Timmy Place
Turpin Branch
Fall Creek
Thrifts Ferry
Woodall Shoals
Brasstown Falls
Long Bottom Ford
Nicholson Field
Blackwell Bridge
Double Branch
Backcountry Camping
Backcountry camping is allowed at
locations that are at least 50 feet from a
maintained trail, 50 feet from any river or
stream, and 0.25 miles from an open road.
Please read and respect specific limitations
when posted.
Group size limits exist north of the Hwy
28 bridge in the upper Chattooga corridor.
Maximum 6 per group for overnight stays.
■ The Seven Principles Of Leave No
Trace While Visiting The National Forest
1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
3. Dispose of Waste Properly
4. Leave What You Find
5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
6. Respect Wildlife
7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors
The member-driven Leave
No Trace Center for Outdoor
Ethics teaches people
how to enjoy the outdoors
responsibly. This copyrighted
information has been reprinted with permission from the Leave No Trace Center
for Outdoor Ethics: www.LNT.org
Oconee State Park during the Leonid meteor shower
PARKS
STATE PARKS
Devils Fork State Park (Map - Parks 5)
Salem, South Carolina 29676
864.944.2639
www.southcarolinaparks.com/park-finder
Devils Fork State Park provides the only
public access to Lake Jocassee, a largely undeveloped 7,500-acre reservoir tucked deep
into the Cherokee Foothills. The park is popular with families, fishermen, scuba divers and
boaters who enjoy Jocassee’s uncrowded setting and spectacular scenery – including waterfalls that cascade into the lake from steep,
wooded slopes.
Full campground amenities and modern villas are highlights of the park. The hiking and
nature trails provide opportunities to spot rare
Oconee Bell spring flowers or catch a glimpse
of a bald eagle or peregrine falcon patrolling
the mountain skies.
Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area
(Map - Parks 8)
19138-A Hwy. 115
Fair Play, South Carolina 29643
864.972.3353
Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area is a
fisherman’s dream. The 56,000-acre lake maintains a reputation for top-flight angling, including striped, hybrid and large-mouth bass,
crappie, bream and catfish. In addition to lake
access, the site offers hiking, affordable oneroom camper cabins and an information center, which displays vintage fishing equipment.
Oconee State Park (Map - Parks 11)
624 State Park Road
Mountain Rest, South Carolina 29664
864.638.5353
Deep in the Blue Ridge foothills, Oconee
State Park has welcomed visitors since it was
first built by the Civilian Conservation Corps
in the 1930s. It’s popular for its several picturesque, but non-demanding, hiking trails
and its well-kept cabins and campgrounds.
The park’s fishing lakes offer bass and bream,
and the woods are full of wildlife. Adjacent
to Sumter National Forest, the park serves as
a jumping-off point to the nearby Chattooga
and Chauga rivers, hotspots for whitewater
rafting and trout fishing. The park also marks
the southern trailhead for the Foothills Trail.
OCONEE COUNTY PARKS
Located on the clear waters of Lake Keowee, South Cove and High Falls County Parks
readily lend themselves to an array of aquatic
activity. For those interested in a mountainous
setting filled with beautiful waterfalls, Chau
Ram County Park is just 10 miles from the famous Chattooga River.
Chau Ram County Park (Map - Parks 2)
1220 Chau Ram Park Rd., Westminster
864.647.9286
www.experienceoconee.com
Open March - November.
Chau Ram County Park is located at the
confluence of the Chauga River and Ramsey
Creek. With a 40-foot waterfall and Oconee’s
longest suspension bridge, Chau Ram has
something to offer everyone. Visitors can enjoy hiking trails or go tubing and fishing on the
river. Many campers use the park as a base
when going rafting on the nearby Chattooga
River. The 26 campsites, shelters, and Recreation Building are available for reservations by
going on-line to www.reserveamerica.com or
by calling 1-855-622-6727.
High Falls County Park (Map - Parks 6)
671 High Falls Rd, Seneca
864.882.8234
High Falls County Park is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This 44-acre
park is located on beautiful Lake Keowee. The
park store offers a variety of convenient items
and is located in the park’s focal point, the
historic Alexander/Cannon/Hill House, built
in 1830. At High Falls, visitors are not limited
to activities on the lake as the park provides
many amenities. Among the park’s amenities
are a boat ramp, miniature golf, volleyball
area, horseshoe pit, a softball field, and a basketball and tennis court. The park also has the
best sand beach on Lake Keowee. There are
also picnic tables and grills scattered throughout the day use area. The 100 campsites (of
which ten are waterfront), shelters, and Recreation Building are available for reservations by
going on-line to www.reserveamerica.com or
by calling 1-855-622-6727.
South Cove County Park (Map - Parks 13)
1099 South Cove Rd., Seneca
864.882.5250
South Cove County Park is located on the
clear waters of Lake Keowee. At South Cove,
visitors are not limited to activities on the lake
as the park provides many amenities and programs to suit every recreational need. Among
the park’s amenities are four tennis courts,
a volleyball court, playground area, and a
handicapped-accessible fishing pier. Fishing,
boating, sailing and water skiing are readily
accessible via two boat ramps. There are also
picnic tables and grills scattered throughout
the park. The park’s 88 campsites (of which
46 are waterfront) are located on a peninsula
overlooking Lake Keowee. The park’s campsites, Pavilion, and Recreation Building are
available for reservations by going on-line to
www.reserveamerica.com or by calling 1-855622-6727.
Oconee Station State Historic Site
(Map - Parks 12)
500 Oconee Station Rd.,
Walhalla, SC 29691
864.638.0079
Built around 1792 during tensions between
white settlers and Creek Indians, the Oconee
Station itself was once one in a string of small
frontier posts garrisoned by state militia. It
was the last of its kind when it was decommissioned in 1799. Its impressive 20-inch stone
walls are still standing today. The site features
picnicking, fishing, and trail access to Station
Cove Falls in the Sumter National Forest.
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South Cove County Park
join. Visit the site at www.foothillstrail.org.
Detailed information about the Trail can be
found in the Foothills Trail Guidebook and
on the Foothills Trail Map, both of which can
be ordered through the website, obtained
at local outfitter stores, or at the state parks
at either end of the Trail. The Conference
may be contacted by email at [email protected] or writing to Foothills Trail Conference, P.O. Box 3041, Greenville, SC, 29602.
HIKING
When it comes to trails, you’ve
hit the jackpot with Oconee County!
From simple park trails to ambitious steep
climbs, from rivers edge to lakeside, on foot
or by horseback, the trails of this region offer something for everyone. The high adventurer and those with more modest physical
ability can find a trail that suits them, one that
leads to better fitness or another that leads to
a beautiful waterfall.
A great source of information regarding
trails is the website maintained by the South
Carolina State Trails Program, www.sctrails.
net. Trails on this site are well-described, and
include good directions, lengths and times of
hikes, and difficulty levels. All of the hikes are
worthwhile.
For more trails than those listed here, you
can also visit www.scmountainlakes.com/
uploads/Experience/Hiking.asp. For hikes to
some of the nearly 150 waterfalls in Oconee
County, please see the waterfall section of
this guide.
The Free Map Insert has the trails listed as
well as numbered symbols that indicate the
general location of each of the trails. The
trails listed here are in order of length and
type.
Foothills Trail (Map – Trails 4)
This National Recreation Trail has its
western terminus in Oconee State Park and
extends to the north and east for 77 miles
to Table Rock State Park. Divided into sections of various lengths, it hugs the banks
of the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River,
passes beautiful Whitewater Falls
(highest waterfall in the east ), and meanders
through the magnificent Jocassee Gorges.
The sections vary in length and difficulty,
and day-hikers can access them from a dozen different points, including by boat from
Devils Fork State Park. The Foothills Trail
is also a favorite with backpackers from all
parts of the country because hiking on the
trail can be accomplished by a simple overnight campout to a thru-hike lasting a week.
Day-hikes may be made on additional spur
trails to Eastatoe Gorge, Ellicott Rock, and
the more remote Lower Whitewater Falls.
The Foothills Trail is maintained and promoted by the Foothills Trail Conference, a
non-profit, membership organization which
has a website that is filled with information
about the Trail, its activities, and how to
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Chattooga Trail (Map – Trails 2)
This moderately difficult, 15.5-mile trail
runs parallel to the famous Chattooga
River, and shares 8.5 miles with the Foothills Trail as it passes through some of the
finest wilderness in South Carolina. It can
be accessed from SC Highway 28, Burrell’s
Ford Campground in Sumter National Forest, Bullpen Rd in NC, or from the Foothills
Trail. Waterfall lovers shouldn’t miss this
trail because they can see a number of them
here, including King Creek, Spoonauger,
Big Bend, Pigpen, and Licklog Falls. Ellicott
Rock, found on the upper portion of the
river, is the historic corner of SC, NC, and
Georgia.
Fork Mountain Trail (Map – Trails 5)
This moderate 6.4-mile trail, which is a
spur of the Foothills Trail, starts in South
Carolina at the Sloan Bridge Picnic Area and
ends in NC where it joins the Bad Creek Trail
in the Ellicott Rock Wilderness Area. From
here the trail eventually joins the Chattooga
Trail and continues southwest to Burrell’s
Ford. The trail weaves along the northern
flanks of Fork Mountain, ascending and
descending through numerous coves and
ravines. At the junction with the Bad Creek
Trail, you can return or extend your hike
approximately 1.3 miles to historic Ellicott
Rock.
Winding Stairs Trail (Map – Trails 7)
A 75-foot waterfall tucked away along
this accessible 3.5-mile trail makes this an interesting choice for a hike. If you start at the
northern trailhead at the Cherry Hill Recreation Area, this meandering path is an easy
hike as it drops 1,100 feet over its length.
The return trip then becomes moderately
difficult due to that elevation change. It
may be necessary to be picked up at the
southern end on Tamassee Rd (FS 710) or
to actually begin the hike from there.
Blue Ridge Railroad Historic Trail
(Map – Trails 9)
Yellow and Red blazes mark this moderate to strenuous 3.5-mile trail. The trail follows an incomplete section of a 19th century railbed near Walhalla, and has to hiked
out-and-back ( 7 miles total ).
Big Bend Trail (Map – Trails 1)
This 2.7-mile, out-andback trail begins at the Cherry Hill Recreation Area and
eventually ends at a junction
with the Foothills Trail along
the Chattooga River. An adventurous scramble on an
unmaintained trail along the
river affords views of 30-ft
Big Bend Falls, largest drop
on the Chattooga River.
East Fork Trail (Map – Trails 3)
Beginning at the picnic
area adjacent to the Walhalla Fish Hatchery, this 2.5-mile
trail is an easy hike along the
bank of the scenic, fast-moving east fork of the Chattooga River, and it takes you
to the Chattooga River itself.
Beginning or ending the hike
at Burrell’s Ford adds an additional 2.1 miles.
Oconee Bells Nature Trail
(Map – Trails 10)
Courtesy of South Carolina Parks, Recreation and Tourism with Amick Designs
This easy, 1-mile loop
within Devils Fork State Park
gets its name from a rare
wildflower that has gorgeous
white blooms in the early
spring. Many native plant
species are indentified with
markers along the trail. The
trailhead is behind the park
office and has an informative
kiosk at the beginning of the
trail.
King Creek Falls along the Foothills Trail
Bad Creek Spur Trail (Map – Trails 8)
This easy 0.8-mile spur trail provides a connection to the Whitewater River, the Foothills
Trail, Coon Branch Trail, and to Lower Whitewater Falls ( via the Foothills Trail ). Enter the
gate to Duke Energy’s Bad Creek Hydro Station
on SC 130, and proceed two miles down to the
marked entrance to the large trailhead parking
area. Fishing, but no camping, is allowed along
the Whitewater River. A designated campsite is
located 0.5 miles past the junction with the river.
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■ BIKING/HIKING TRAILS
Oconee Connector of the Palmetto Trail
(Map – Trails 12)
Once the Palmetto Trail is complete, this
moderate to difficult trail will end in Walhalla,
but for now you can start from either Oconee
State Park or Oconee Station. The Oconee
Connector is a moderate to difficult 3.2-mile
trail that is steeply uphill from Oconee Station. Mountain bikes are allowed on the
Oconee Connector.
■ HORSE TRAILS
Rocky Gap – Willis Knob Horse Trails
(Map
– Trails 6)
Rocky Gap Trail in South Carolina and Willis Knob Trail in Georgia combine to offer
some of the most scenic horseback riding in
the southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the trails
descend into the beautiful Chattooga Wild
and Scenic River corridor. For a fee the Whetstone Horse Camp in South Carolina serves
as a base camp for many users of both trails.
Earls Ford Road, located near Whetstone,
provides a parking area and hiking trail access
to the Chattooga River.
Hit the (Foothills) Trail
If hiking is your
game, then discovering all or
part of the Foothills Trail is what
you can find in
Oconee County,
SC. Hikers from
all over the
country
come
to enjoy the
solitude
and
scenery of this
National Recreation Trail, which was
listed as “ one of the
best long trails (50 +
miles) in the country “
by Backpacker Magazine in 2011. Stretching from its western
terminus in Oconee
State Park and extending to the north and
east for 77 miles to
Table Rock State Park,
nearly half of the Trail
is in Oconee County
and can be accessed
from numerous trailheads on SC Highway
107 and SC 130.
Day hikes of all sorts are possible from
various trailheads, including the one in
Oconee State Park. Leaving the park a
hiker has options of a 4.5 mile or 6.0 mile
hike, or a visit to a small waterfall. From
Burrell’s Ford a hiker may go upstream
along the Chattooga River and find Ellicott’s Rock, the point where GA, NC, and
SC come together, or meander downstream with gorgeous views of the rocky
rapids and shoals. The USFS parking lot
at Whitewater Falls (SC130/ NC281) is
the gateway to a 3.5 mile hike along the
Whitewater River, and includes the crossing of two 60-ft bridges that span the river
and a stroll through an area of tall White
Pines. A tremendous viewing point can be
reached by taking the Foothills Trail across
the highway from Whitewater Falls parking area and hiking uphill one mile to twin
benches placed there for the enjoyment of
the hiker. After visiting the Walhalla Fish
Hatchery, an easy 4-mile stretch of the Trail
leads from the Fish Hatchery Road downhill to Burrell’s Ford.
Visitors interested in backpacking can
launch off from any of the same trailheads
as day-hikers and tackle terrain that is rated from easy to strenuous, and allows for
camping at most places except along the
Whitewater River. The USFS campground
at Burrell’s Ford has picnic tables, lantern
posts, bearbag cables, and leveled sites.
Fishing (with proper license) is allowed in
the Whitewater and Chattooga Rivers. If a
car shuttle is required, the Foothills Trail
Conference maintains a list of volunteer
drivers on their website.
An orientation map can be found on
page 26 in this guide, but more detailed
information is available in the “Foothills
Trail Guidebook “ and on the Foothills
Trail Map, both of which are available at
the Mountain Lakes office, 105 West South
Broad Street in Walhalla; ordered through
foothillstrail.org, obtained at local outfitter
stores or at the state parks at either end
of the Trail. The Conference may be contacted by email at [email protected] or
writing to Foothills Trail Conference, P.O.
Box 3041, Greenville, SC, 29602.
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14239 Long Creek Hwy
Long Creek, SC 29658
864.647.9083
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851A Chattooga Ridge Rd.
888.905.7238
www.NOC.com
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RIVERS
Chattooga River
The 19-mile stretch of the Chattooga National Wild and Scenic River is known for its
history, whitewater rapids, and meandering,
mountainous woodland passage. Its lower
passage is considered among the best of
whitewater trips, with heart-thumping Class
III to Class VI rapids.
And while the Chattooga may be the
most popular, it is not the only refuge for
mountain trout. Oconee County’s Chauga
River also offers a multitude of coldwater
runs, riffles, pools and flatwater that play
host to a wealth of both native and stocked
fish. Again, fly fishermen may want to consider using a guide of these rivers.
For adventure, scenery, fishing (it has
been listed in Trout Unlimited’s “America’s
100 Best Trout Streams”), camping or even
just a lazy day, the Chattooga is a rare experience – one of the reasons it is a federally
designated Wild and Scenic River.
Though the area is beautiful and often
peaceful, the currents and undercurrents of
the river can be dangerous. Guide services
are recommended, and please note that the
US Forest Service has regulations for use of
the river. Contact the Sumter National Forest Ranger’s Office at 864.638.9568.
The US Forest Service commercially permits three companies to operate on the
Whetstone Photography.
Chauga River
The 9.8-mile path of the Chauga River
offers much of the same scenic beauty and
cool waters found on Chattooga and is accessible from Hwy 290 north of Seneca.
Both whitewater and relaxing flat water are
found on the Chauga. A popular destination
is the Narrows, a 200-foot run accessible
from a short hiking path west of Walhalla off
Hwy 28 on Whetstone Road. Both rivers are
popular places for picnics and day hikes. Be
sure to bring protective clothing and shoes
for the river. The Chauga is also popular with
anglers; trout can be caught in many of the
smaller streams. Good access and parking
are available adjacent to Cassidy Bridge on
Hwy 290.
Southeastern Expeditions
7350 Lookout Mountain Scenic Highway,
Clayton, GA 30525
800.868.7238
www.SouthEasternExpeditions.com
Chattooga for rafting and five companies to
provide instructional clinics in whitewater canoeing and kayaking.
Whetstone Photography.
Photo by Al Ward
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LAKES
The great outdoors of Oconee County
offers endless opportunities for all ages —
whether you’re interested in just whiling
away the time or your enthusiasm for outdoor activities is boundless.
If you’ve visited or live in the area, then you
no doubt are familiar with Lake Keowee and
Lake Jocassee and know of their reputations
for pristine waters, endless mountain views,
and lots of room for all forms of water activity. With over 300 miles of shoreline on Lake
Keowee and 90 miles on the more secluded
Lake Jocassee, even the most beautiful days
allow for plenty of room to enjoy the water.
At the southern end of the county is Lake
Hartwell, one of the Southeast’s largest and
most popular public recreation lakes, often
referred to as “the Great Lake of the South.”
Keowee is generally more accessible, as
well as more developed, with public boat
ramps maintained by both the Oconee
County Department of Parks, Recreation &
Tourism and Duke Energy. On the lower level
of Lake Keowee, access is available at:
• South Cove County Park
• Cane Creek Access
• High Falls County Park
• Stamp Creek Access Area
• Keowee Marina
• Warpath Access Area
Private Tours Are Always Available!
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Keowee’s north end offers cooler water
and a closer view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Access is available at:
• Mile Creek Park
• Crow Creek Access Area
• Keowee Towne Landing
• Fall Creek Access
Public access to 9,000-acre Lake Jocassee is limited to Devils Fork State Park off
of Hwy 11, the number one visited state
park in South Carolina. This largely undeveloped lake lies snug in the Blue Ridge
Mountains and is popular for families, fishermen and bird watchers. The park offers
first-class amenities and is very popular, so
be sure to check for reservations at www.
ReserveUSA.com.
Lake Hartwell was built by the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers between 1955 and
1963 and has consistently been one of the
top three most-visited Corps lakes in the
nation, with an estimated 14 million people
visiting annually. Hartwell comprises nearly 56,000 acres of water with a shoreline
of 962 miles, 262 of which border Oconee
County. Over 20,000 acres of public land
surround the lake. The Corps operates
nine campgrounds, 15 major day-use areas and numerous other lake-access areas.
Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area is a
popular camping and boating destination,
as are Coneross and Oconee Point Campgrounds located on the Seneca River arm
at the northern end of the lake. Oconee
is host to 18 boat ramp, several picnic
and swimming areas, and several vacation
rental homes. For additional information,
contact Lake Harwell’s visitor information
center at 803.225.3832 or visit the Lake
Hartwell Marketing Alliance website at
www.MyLakeHartwell.org.
No matter which of these incredible
lakes you choose to visit, it is always a
good idea to peruse the website, www.
dnr.sc.gov/regulations, at the beginning
of each season. A downloadable file with
annual water recreation regulations is
available to share with the family — especially the kids. Several regulations are specific to age and you’ll want to make sure
your family members are aware of wake
zones, sunset rules, fishing regulations
and the like.
■ DIVING
Lake Jocassee is a world class freshwater Diving destination. The lake is one
of the world’s top 25 fresh water diving
destinations listed in Scuba Diving Magazine. The trout filled rivers and streams
that feed Jocassee are the reason for the
clarity of “Viz” as divers call it. Visibility surpassing 50 feet at depth on warm
summer days is common. Lake levels affect the depth of the dive sites as much
as 25 feet on Jocassee.
The “Wall” is the most visited diving
area of Jocassee and was created by
blasting the side of the mountain for the
construction of the dam. Some other areas to explore include a forty foot wooden sail boat imported from China known
as the ‘Chinese Junk’. It is sitting upright
adjacent to the 165 foot drop and allows
ample room for swim through.
Lake Jocassee is the foremost diving
destination in the Southeastern United
States. From leaning Basic Open Water
to Advanced Technical Diving you can’t
find a better place to play and enjoy the
sport of diving.
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864.653.6767
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238 Buckeye Drive, Salem
www.eclecticsun.com
864-944-1191
Jocassee-Keowee Rentals
www.lakejocassee.com/services/pontoon_
boat_rentals.aspx
864.704.0004
Jocassee Outdoor Center
516 Jocassee Lake Rd, Salem
www.jocasseeoutdoorcenter.com
864.944.9016
Jocassee Lake Tours
www.JocasseeLakeTours.com
[email protected]
864.280.5501
Lake Hartwell Paddleboard and Kayak
Westminster
www.lakehartwellpaddleboardandkayak.com
864-648-9695
Keowee Marina
150 Keowee Marina Dr., Seneca,
www.lakekeoweemarina.com
864.882.2047
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150 Keowee Marina Dr, Seneca
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864.973.8305
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864.287.2120, 864.230.7363
www.lakehartwellfishing.com
Lakes: Hartwell
Keith Courtney
864.638-9433
www.fishjocassee.com
Chattooga River Fly Shop Guide Service
864.638.2806
www.chattoogariverflyshop.com
Lake Hartwell Fishing Charters
864.608.2763
www.lakehartwellfishingcharters.com
Fishski Business LLC Guided Fishing
864.353.3438
www.fishski.info
Lakes: Hartwell, Jocassee
Fowler Fishing
864.934.5813
www.fowlerfishing.com
Green’s Guide Service
864.277.2463
www.palmettostateteamtrail.com
FISHING
Five state records and one world record!
What more can we say about fishing in Oconee
County. With over 90,000 acres of lakes and
over 100 miles of rivers and streams, you can
hook up with world class stripers, hybrids, bass,
trout, catfish, crappie and pan fish year round.
Tackle shops and expert guides await you to
assist in your angling experience, whether it be
on one of our many lakes or fly fishing on the
rivers.
Lake Jocassee holds all the records including the world record Red Eye Bass and state
records for Small Mouth Bass, Spotted Bass,
Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout. The Walhalla
Fish Hatchery stocks Jocassee annually with
Brown and Rainbow Trout. Lake Keowee is
well known for a strong population of Spots
and Crappie. Lake Hartwell is the place to go
for trophy Stripers, Hybrids, Catfish and a live
well full of Crappie. Lake Tugaloo is a small lake
limited to 20 HP motors, but the fish are plenty
including Trout, Bass and Walleye.
And then there are the Rivers! The Chattooga and Chauga Rivers are heavily stocked
with Brown, Rainbow and Brook Trout from the
Walhalla Fish Hatchery. The rivers are great for
fly fishing, spinning reel or cane pole. Don’t
Lake Jocassee Guide Service
864.557.0475
www.jocasseefishing.com
Lakes: Jocassee
River Blade Knife & Fly Guide Service
864.699.9433
www.riverbladeknifeandfly.com
know how to fly fish? Hire a guide. They will
take you to the river with all the gear, show you
how to cast and you are sure to catch some
trout before the day’s end.
For more details on our lake rivers, please
visit our website at www.SCMountainLakes.
com.
■ LICENSING
South Carolina fishing licenses are available
at many retail outlets in the area, online from
the Department of Natural Resources, www.
dnr.sc.gov/purchase.html or visit the SCDNR
Clemson Office, 311 Natural Resources Drive,
Clemson. Phone: 864.654.8266.
The cost of a resident freshwater fishing license is $10 annual and $5 for a 14-day permit.
Non-resident fees are $35 annually and $11 for
a seven-day permit. No additional stamps are
required.
■ PRIVATE FISHING LAKE
Go Fish!
461 Williams Farm Road, Westminster
www.gofishupstate.com
Only at Ultimate Action Sports can you
choose your own riding location! We
deliver to any approved commercial
marina or official public launch ramp
on Lake Keowee or Lake Jocassee. We
will also deliver to your rental home’s
dock so that you don’t have to transport
the craft there yourself allowing you to
spend more time enjoying your vacation.
Ultimate Action Sports LLC
- The average Striper weighs in at 3-10 lbs.
- Stripers can get up to 60 lbs.
- All Bait and Tackle included
Salem, SC 29676
For reservations call
(864) 944-1887
www.KeoweeWaterSports.com
864.886.6886
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South Carolina has some great fishing, charter
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Stripers, but also holds good populations of
Largemouth Bass and Catfish.
Capt. Steve Pietrykowski
Phone: 864.353.3438
www.HartwellGuidedFishing.com
BIKING
Known to local cyclists, Oconee County, SC is a hidden jewel for road cycling. There are numerous secondary roads with great mountain and lake scenic views with little traffic. One can
choose from moderate rides with rolling country roads to challenging climbs into the foothills of
the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area is so well suited for road cycling that the Canadian Cycling
teams have been coming to Oconee for training for well over 15 years. They stay in our state
park cabins, lake front vacation rental homes and hotels and accumulate hundreds of miles of
mountainous road biking during their stay.
There are annual cycling events in Oconee County beginning in April and running until October. The events start with Issaqueena’s Last Ride (ILRSC.com), followed by Rally in the Valley
(oconeeforever.org/rallyvalley), Excel Rehab & Sports Ride for Wellness and Road Titans 300
(roadtitans300.com) a 100 mile challenge each day for three days in October. Route maps are
available on their web sites, so you can ride during the event or at your leisure.
With numerous route options and the quiet, scenic roads, visiting cyclists will understand what
local cyclists have known for years - Oconee County, SC is a great cycling destination.
FLW College Fishing Championship South
Cove County Park on Lake Keowee 2016.
Clemson’s local team Ross Burns & Isaac
Nesbitt with Landon Allen
■ LOCAL BAIT & TACKLE SHOPS
The Bait Shop
105 Jenkins Circle, Townville
864.287.5005
Photos by Rylan Terry
Chattooga River Fly Shop
6832-A Highlands Hwy, Mountain Rest
www.chattoogariverflyshop.com
864.638.2806
Dickson Tractor Inc.
303 E. North Ave, Westminster
864.647.0791
Jocassee Outdoor Center
516 Jocassee Lake Rd., Salem
864.944.9016
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Oconee offers the perfect setting for
outdoor recreation and sporting enthusiasts! Whether you are a golfer, a hiker,
biker, boater or whitewater rafter you
will want to take advantage of the lakes,
rivers and mountains of Oconee County.
If you happen to be staying in the
county park system or one of the state
parks (see Park Lodging on page 16),
many sport and recreational activities
will be at your fingertips. Nearby Clemson University further enhances the opportunities for adventure in the Golden
Corner.
New to the area is the growing sport
of disc golf. Played much like traditional
golf, players use a flying disc or Frisbee.
It is easy to learn and fun to play. Several courses exist in the area and the South
Carolina Disc Golf Organization lists several on their website, www.scdgo.net.
The rugged terrain of the Blue Ridge
Mountains offers the perfect setting for
many outdoor activities. Hiking, camping, bird-watching and mountain biking
are just a few of the activities enjoyed
by residents and visitors to the area. Rivers support rafting, tubing, kayaking and
fishing, and there are always leisurely
walks available for nature lovers.
■ KAYAKING
Oconee County, South Carolina is a kayaker’s dream come true. Whether you are
a whitewater or flat water kayaker, Class 2
or Class 5 enthusiast, there is plenty here
for you!
The Chattooga River offers everything
from flat water to Class 5 and runs yearround. Keep in mind: the Chattooga is
a “Wild & Scenic” River, which means it
is free flowing and NOT dam controlled.
Water levels are dependent on the amount
of rain the area receives. So plan your
kayaking trip accordingly. The most popular sections of the Chattooga are: Section
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III and Section IV. Section III is about 13
miles of mostly Class 2 and 3 rapids. Section IV is about 7 miles of mostly Class 3
and 4 rapids, with a bit of Class 5 depending on the water level.
As for flat water kayaking, there are calm
sections along the West Fork of the Chattooga River in Section II. And Oconee
County offers some of the most beautiful
lakes found anywhere! Lake Jocassee is
considered the “crown jewel”, with deep
clear water and a back drop of the Blue
Ridge Mountains. Miles of undeveloped
shoreline surround Lake Jocassee; and
from the lake you can paddle up to and
even under some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world.
Kayak rentals, clinics and guided trips
are available on the Chattooga River and
Lake Jocassee. Please see pages 32-33 for
details.
■ RODEO
The Golden Corner is host to a number of
rodeo events. For additional information,
visit www.iprarodeo.com or contact the
Westminster Chamber at 864.647.5316.
■ SAILING
The waters of lakes Keowee, Jocassee
and Hartwell lend themselves to great sailing competitions at the foot of the Blue
Ridge Mountains. Two clubs in the Upstate
offer resources for sailors:
Keowee Sailing Club
864.288.0999
www.keoweesailingclub.com
Western Carolina Sailing Club
864.226.6561
www.wcsc-sailing.org
■ SHAVER RECREATION COMPLEX
W. South 4th St., Seneca, SC 29678
864.885.2709
The T.W. “Shorty” Shaver complex encompasses 33 acres, is home to the Seneca Recreation Department, and is a hub
for area sports activities. With seven recreation fields, two gyms, walking trails, a
greenway trail, climbing wall and the Seneca Disc Golf Course, there is no shortage
of options.
■ SWEET RETREAT FUN CENTER
510 E. Halfway Branch Rd. Walhalla, SC
864.885.0887
Fun for all ages young and old. Whether
you need to stock up on chocolates for the
holidays or just bring your kids by the arcade; stopping by will brighten up any day.
Their facility offers a mini golf course,
go-carts, and a newly built arcade. The
arcade includes over a dozen different
games and laser tag. The laser tag arena
holds up to 20 players at a time and over
3,000 square feet of space. Please call for
party information.
■ CLEMSON UNIVERSITY (Map – POI 8)
Enjoy the thrill of major university sports, cultural events and the lifelong learning courses
at nearby Clemson University. The 1,400-acre
campus lies on both sides of Lake Hartwell and
is only 20 minutes from Lake Keowee.
■ EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Whether you are a horse owner, a riding
enthusiast, or simply looking to enjoy a day
on horseback, the Equestrian Center at The
Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards offers facilities
and programs geared toward enjoying access to more than 200 miles of scenic riding trails through the Jocassee Gorge State
Park. Spend a day seeing the nature of the
surrounding area from a different vantage
point. For those without their own horse,
trail rides may be booked thru Saddle Creek
Vistas which offers guided tours surrounding
Lake Keowee.
162 Arrowleaf Ln., Sunset, SC 29685
864-868-9969
■ GOLF
The Trails at Chickasaw Point (Map - Golf 2)
503 S. Hogan Dr., Westminster, SC
864.972.9623
This scenic course is home to an abundance
of wildlife, including turkeys, deer and fox. The
Trails is a lovely 18-hole, par-72 course with
four sets of tees providing enjoyable play for
all skill levels. Each hole is separated from the
other, giving players the sense of being alone
on the course as they enjoy the ever-changing
beauty of The Trails.
of men’s tees that can be used when playing an
18-hole round.
hilly fairways, and water hazards come into
play on several holes.
Oconee Country Club (Map - Golf 7)
781 Richland Rd., Seneca, SC 29672
864.882.8037
This is a well-maintained course. The signature hole is #15, a 470-yard par 5, allowing
the longer hitters to reach the green in two if
they are willing to hit an approach shot over a
lake that is positioned 100 yards in front of the
green.
Keowee Key Golf & Country Club
The Walker Golf Course (Map - Golf 8)
Clemson University
864.656.0236
The course is open year-round for public
play. Golf holes wind through rolling hills and
hardwood forests and some holes border Lake
Hartwell. Individual memberships are available.
Falcon’s Lair Golf Course (Map - Golf 4)
1308 Falcons Dr., Walhalla, SC 29691
864.638.0000
This scenic countryside course offers beautiful views of the mountains. It features several
(Map - Golf 6)
1 Country Club Dr., Salem, SC 29676
864.944.2222
This course, located in the foothills, is part of
a private residential community.
■ DISC GOLF
Oconee County is a Disc Golf Mecca. It
features four 18 holes courses and one 9 hole
course…and there’s two more planned. There
are more Disc Golf holes in Oconee County
then any-other county in South Carolina. For
more information on Disc Golf in Oconee
County, visit www.UpstateDGC.com or search
Upstate Disc Golf on Facebook.
Seneca
An 18 hole course at the Shaver Recreation
Center features tight fairways and a nice mix of
elevation changes throughout the course. Several holes have multiple pin placements. The
course is open year round and is free to play.
Cross Creek Plantation (Map - Golf 3)
130 Club Dr., Seneca, SC 29678
864.882.8337
This course was built on rolling hills and is
heavily wooded. There are water hazards that
come into play at least ten times. The fairways
are well bunkered, and the small greens are undulating.
The Mountain Lakes NGA Classic will be held
4/22 - 4/28 at Cross Creek Plantation. A Pro/
Am tournament will be held on Tue., 4/23. For
information on the tournament and the Pro/
Am event, please contact Mark Ernst at Cross
Creek at 864-882-8337 or visit www.NGSTour.
com.
Foxwood Hills Golf Course (Map - Golf 5)
300 Brighton Dr., Westminster, SC 29693
864.647.9503
This is a tough course because the fairways
are extremely narrow. There is an additional set
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Walhalla
A short, technical course that wraps around
a large hill make Sertoma Field a great course
for the causal player. A creek rolls through
the course adding the sound of several small
waterfalls to add to the beauty of this course.
There is a weekly league that is open to anyone. They play at 11am during the spring and
summer and at 1pm during the fall and winter
months.
Clemson Beach
University Beach course was designed by
Innova Disc Golf, the largest manufacture of
golf discs in the sport. The course is located
just across lake Hartwell from Clemson University in Oconee County. The course is mostly
open with several long holes. It is open year
round but you might want avoid the course
during Clemson Home Football games in the
fall as the university uses the area for parking
and tailgating.
Westminster
The course at Chau Ram County Park in
Westminster has been in the works for several
years. While there is no set date on the opening of the course, it will feature lots of elevation change, several woods carved out of the
woods and some amazing views.
Long Creek
Chattooga Belle Farm Disc Golf Course offers some of the best views of the Blue Ridge
Mountains anywhere in the Southeast US. The
course is along course and has a lot of elevation change along with several holes that play
near Horseshow Lake. The course is $3 per
round. Chattooga Belle Farm has a restaurant
that is open May through October and has a
farm store that has a limited selection of golf
discs available for purchase.
■ FOOT GOLF
Oconee Country Club
781 Richland Rd, Seneca, SC 29672
864.882.8037
Oconee FootGolf is here! Footgolf is a sport
where players kick a soccer ball into a larger
cup than a standard hole for golf. As in golf,
the goal is to have as few shots as possible.
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314 Union Station Drive
Hwy 123-Between Clemson and Seneca
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864-482-7900
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Westminster Farmers Market
Running June until October on Tuesdays
evenings from 4pm-7pm located at 135 East
Main Street.
Seneca Farmers Market
June to November on Tuesday, Thursday
and Saturday 6am-12pm at North Thompson Park.
Salem Farmers Market
May-September Farmers Markets Community Garden salemsc.us
PRODUCE & FARM STANDS
AGRICULTURAL
TOURISM
LONG CREEK APPLE AND PEACH
ROAD SIDE MARKETS
Ables Orchard
Hwy. 76 near Long Creek
864.647.2201
Apples, Peaches. Open: July 15 through
early November
Blue Haven Orchards
PO Box 220, Long Creek
864-647-8070/2855
[email protected]
Always a great way to say delicious!
Open March to mid December. Can ship
apples across the US. Call for seasonal
hours.
Bryson’s U-Pick Apple Orchard
1011 Chattooga Ridge Rd., Mountain Rest
864.647.9427
http://www.brysonsappleorchard.com
Apples & Peaches U-Pick or Picked.
Pressed Cider, Jams & Jellies, honey form
thier bees, sorgum syrup and vegetables in
season.Open August 1- November 15, 9 – 6
Chattooga Belle Farm (Map - POI 6)
454 Damascus Church Rd., Long Creek
864.647.9768
www.chattoogabellefarm.com
Chattooga Belle Farm is a 138-acre working farm set among a spectacular canvas of
rolling hills and mountain views.
Fruit, jams, wines, and specialty items are
Berry Thyme Farm Blueberries
Berry Farm Rd., Westminster
864.647.6383
Open: July thru August, 7 days/week –
honor system. Pay cash or check.
all available at this operating orchard and
event facility. The Farm Store is open daily
from 9-5 and the recently added Belle’s
Diner serves lunch from 11am-2pm, Tuesday thru Sunday.
Gnat Hill Orchard and Farm
Wall Spring Rd. just off Hwy. 76, Long Creek
864.723-2410
Apples, Blueberries, Peaches, Pecans and
vegetables Open: June through mid-November
Hollifield’s Apple Orchard
161 Hollifield Lane, Long Creek
864-638-3695
We offer Golden Delicious, Red Delicious,
Granny Smith, and Mutsu apples. We have
FRESH apple cider, peaches and homemade
apple butter, chow chow, relish, and honey!!
Seasonal
Billy’s Goat Hill
130 Timber Trail, Westminster
864.710.3703, [email protected]
A sustainable family farm featuring goat
meat, honey, preserves, culinary herbs,
beeswax candles, soaps, lip balm, medicinal tea, marinades, sauces and gift baskets.
Open Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Crescent Moon Farm
864.985.3357
www.crescentmoonfarms.com
Fresh goat milk and cheese. Call for an
appointment at the farm to pick up products or visit Hochstetler’s Store in Seneca
for fresh products.
Foothills Heritage Market
Running May until November on Saturdays from 8am-12pm. Hwy 123 between
Seneca and Westminster.
Happy Berry Farm
510 Gap Hill Rd., Six Mile
864.868.2946, 864.350.9345
[email protected]
Happy Berry Farm is located on the eastern shore of Lake Keowee in Pickens County. It is a pick-your-own small fruit farm with
blackberries, blueberries, figs and elderberries available in-season. Most years, the season is from June 1 to early September. Prepicked berries are also available.
Walhalla Farmers Market
The market will be open June until September on Mondays from 7am-10am, and
Thursday’s from 4pm-7pm. Main street Walhalla
Louderbranch Farms
912 East Main Street
Walhalla, SC
864-638-2255
The market is always open.
FARMERS MARKETS
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Lucky Acres Farm (Map - POI 14)
1024 Milford Rd., Townville
864.287.2339
www.luckyacresfarm.com
Seasonal. Lucky Acres Farm is a small
family farm raising alpacas and other small
animals. The farm is located just three miles
from I-85 at Exit 11.
The Merry Christmas Tree Farm
244 Lay Bridge Rd., Central
864.639.6492
Features “you cut” Leyland Cypress, Eastern White Pine, Eastern Red Cedar, Clemson Greenspire, Carolina Blue Sapphire and
freshly cut Fraser Fir from NC mountains.
Open Thanksgiving thru Dec. 23, 9 am to
dusk.
Mr. T’s Strawberries
131 Scenic Height Rd., West Union
864.638-8093
U-pick and pre-picked strawberries.
Redmond Boy’s Produce & Plants
80 N. Cherry St., Seneca
864.882.0140
Features fresh farm produce & plants and
carries Martin Dairy Raw Milk. Open through
December; closed Jan/Feb; reopen March.
Ronald Martin Dairy
460 Dairy Farm Rd., Westminster
864.972.9829
A Family farm, milking 110-140 Holstein
cows; DHEC Certified Grade A all natural
raw milk in gallons and half gallons, selfserve available at the farm and at Redmond
Boy’s Produce.
Sorrells Christmas Tree Farm
156 Radisson Rd., Seneca
864.882.5054
Features “you choose” and “we cut” Murray cyress, White Pine, Carolina Blue Sapphire, Cedar and Leland Cypress as well as
fresh cut Fraser Fir from the NC mountains.
Open the weekend before Thanksgiving
through December 23, Mon. - Sun. 10am 7pm.
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Chattooga Belle Farm provides all-day excursion
Those who have visited Chattooga Belle
Farm are keenly aware it takes little more
than a rocking chair and the amazing view
of the Blue Ridge Mountain Mountains to
keep visitors on the farm from sunup to
sundown.
But, obviously, there’s much more to the
farm than just the pristine view, as there
are plenty of other activities available to
literally keep visitors happy for the entire
day.
Long a popular event site — there’s no
counting the number of weddings and other activities the farm has hosted over the
years — the 138-acre farm, that was owned
in part by Groucho Marx, offers not only
opportunities to pick a wide range of fruit
also disc golf, a restaurant serving grassfed beef straight from the farm, a farm
store offering a little something for everyone and a distillery, where all aspects of the
distilling process, including the growing of
the fruit, take place right on the farm.
“If you’re not growing, you’re backing
up,” said Ed Land, who co-owns the farm
with his wife, Kitty. “If you’re not constantly
thinking about growing, then you’re stagnant.”
Long a fixture at the farm, Belle’s Bistro is open for lunch from 11 a.m. until 2
p.m. Tuesday through Sunday from May
through October with a menu full of signature soups, salads and sandwiches. There’s
also an ample menu of farm-produced
wine and domestic beer as well.
For those looking for something with a
little more kick, the Oconee County’s first
legal distillery — which features free tastings — is located right at the farm.
The Chattooga Belle Farm Distillery,
which enjoyed a soft opening late last year
before holding its grand opening in May,
serves up four brandies and one whiskey.
“The unique thing about our farm is all
the fruit is grown here, harvested here, fermented here, distilled here, bottled here
and sold here in a bag that goes with you,”
he said. “Not many places can say that,
and that’s what we’re kind of proud of.
We’re really pushing hard on that, and it’s
a truly local product.
“When you step out the back of the
distillery, there’s the apple orchard, and
there’s the peach orchard. The grapes
aren’t far away, and the muscadines are
over the hill.”
Land even feeds the leftover fruit pomace to his cattle, who can eventually be
purchased both in the farm’s bistro and
farm store.
“I don’t know if you can find apple-fed
beef anywhere in the country,” Land said
with a laugh.
The farm store, located near Belle’s Bistro, is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. seven
days a week, May through October.
The farm also operates a roadside fruit
stand on U.S. Highway 76 near the Long
Creek General Store.
There are plans for a massive festival to
celebrate next year’s total solar eclipse,
which is set for late afternoon on Aug. 21,
2017. Visit solareclipsefest2017.com for
details on this event.
The farm is located at 454 Damascus
Church Road in Long Creek. For more information, call (864) 647-9768 or visit chattoogabellefarm.com.
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130 Club Drive
Seneca, SC 29678
864-882-8337
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864-882-3337
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Nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains,
Oconee County offers the perfect setting
for memorable experiences. There may not
be a place in the Southeast better suited to
bring your organization or corporate team
for a getaway than the Mountain Lakes Region of Oconee County. And, the Mountain
Lakes Convention and Visitors Bureau can
arrange your group needs at a location that
fits your needs.
Contact us to help locate the proper
venue for meetings, tour group itineraries,
wedding or a family reunion. The MLCVB
can locate the venue and provides services
including finding lodging, caterers, technical
equipment and support, photographers and
entertainment. The beautiful mountains, rivers and streams of the mountain region are
a perfect setting for your event. Contact us
today to help with your next gathering at
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Diakonia Retreat Center (Zone 1)
454 Damascus Church Road
864-647-9768
455 Quail Ridge Road
Salem, SC 29676
864-944-6788
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1220 Chau Ram Park Road
Westminster, SC 29693
864-647-9286
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FOOD & DRINK
Westminster is home to several home-style
cooking diners which are very popular for a
hardy breakfast to start your day or a relaxing
lunch after a day on the river. For a taste of
Mexico Puerto Nuevo is sure to please. While
exploring Main Street be sure to stop in Little
Japan for sushi or other japanese cuisine. While
exploring our waterfalls, stop at Brasstown
Creek BBQ for some amazing BBQ. Open on
Fridays and Saturdays from 4:00 - till they run
out of food which is always early!” SHOPPING
From April to October enjoy Music On Main
the first Friday each month in conjunction
with Westminster Depot Cruise-in.
WESTMINSTER
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
Westminster embodies a small town full of
Southern charm. Widely known for Mayberry
Days in May and the Apple Festival that happens every year the week after Labor Day,
Westminster has something to offer throughout the year. Quaint shops line Old Main Street
making it a perfect location for an afternoon of
strolling and shopping. Venture around town
to experience more than 100 architectural
homes and churches built in the late 1800s and
early 1900s. Just a short ride from town is Chau
Ram Park. You can enjoy swimming, fishing,
camping and more. Soak up the sun on the
boulders facing Ramsey Creek Falls.
from England’s General Merchandise of Westminster, which operated for nearly 100 years on
Main Street.
Barrett’s Trading Company – camping gear/
outdoor 128 East Main Street
Dads & Lads – boots/clothing 224 East Main
Street
Palmetto Home Place – 103 East King Street
Wishbook Furnishing – 204 East Main Street
Baron’s Antiques – 2020 Toccoa Highway
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Westminster Music Hall is housed in a 100year old building that once was a grocery store.
The hall is a performance venue built by musicians for musicians. This 250-seat room has
a state-of-the art sound and lighting systems
designed to give both the performers and the
audience the best possible concert experience.
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Apple stand 1 mile on right.
All Groups Welcome, Trucks, Schools, Churches
MUST SEE
CLOSES NOVEMBER 30TH
Just across the street from the historical
Westminster Depot, step back in time to the
OHC General Store Museum. It is a replica
of a general store, complete with original items
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of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s full of charm with quaint shops along its
historic Main Street. Local residents enjoy a leisurely paced lifestyle, and are
afforded a wide variety of recreational opportunities by the surrounding
rivers, lakes, forests, mountains and golf courses. Westminster is a great
place to visit, but it’s
even a nicer place to
live and work. With
award winning schools,
a small town feel, and
a progressive plan for
continued renewal,
it offers families and
retirees a perfect place
to call home.
Stroll the street and
enjoy the wonderful
architecture. Westminster
boasts more than one
hundred homes that
are unique to the
turn-of-the-century. Many local
merchants and home owners
proudly display a quilt block on
their building that is representative
of a family heirloom. With lovely
crepe myrtle-lined streets, we hope
you will visit us again and again.
Below is a listing of events. Please
visit our web site at westminstersc.com
for additional opportunities
throughout the year.
Year-round art exhibits are on display at the
Historic Westminster Depot
1st Friday April –October – Music on Main with Classic Car Cruise In
Tuesday Afternoon, June – October - Farmers Market at Historic Depot
September 7-10 – South Carolina Apple Festival
October 31 – Boo on Main
December 1 – Westminster Christmas Parade
For a complete listing of Chamber events visit westminstersc.com
A schedule of entertainment for the Westminster Music Hall can be
found at www.westminstermusichall.com
(864) 647-5316
SHOPPING
The Old Trading Post – antiques 222 E. Main
Street
The Strutting Peacock – gifts 124 E Main
Street, Ste D
Middle of Main Antiques & Gifts – 124C E
Main Street
Farmhouse Interiors & Gallery – gifts/art 124
E Main Street
FOOD & DRINK
WALHALLA
WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL
Walhalla is an 1850 German settlement
town. It is rich in culture and history. Conveniently situated between Charlotte and Atlanta,
a short drive will transport you a million miles
away from the stress and anxiety of the big city.
Waterfalls, hiking and biking trails, or boating
on the pristine waters of three beautiful lakes
will set your soul on the path of tranquility. Already home to the Foothills Trail and recently
named the future Upstate Terminus for The Palmetto Conservation Trail, Walhalla is a truly the
end or beginning of a fabulous trek across the
beautiful state inviting the more adventurous
seeker to hike or bike the trails. Challenging
whitewater of the picturesque Chattooga River
is just a few minute drive from the tree lined
Main Street. Large oak and maple trees line the
sidewalks that pass in front of graceful churches
and grand homes whispering of times past.
Walhalla has mountains, lakes and rivers.
They have sights to make you shiver. Renew
your spirt in beautiful Walhalla!
Walhalla eateries offer a range of dining options from cafeteria style to al-fresco. Menus
include the area’s best fried chicken at Walhalla
Steakhouse Cafeteria, pizzas, subs and salads from Carolina Pizza Company, breakfast,
sandwiches and “blue plate special” at Martha’s Marketplace Café, and a meat and three
at Pete’s Drive In. Enjoy Mexican cuisine and
margaritas 3 Amigos Mexican Grill. Palmetto
Sweets & Company offers dining and catering.
Enjoy CC Fudge & More’s ice cream, fudge
and more!
MUST SEE
History and heritage is shared within walking
distance of each other. Located in the center of
town, the Oconee Heritage Center is located
in the old Tobacco Factory (c. 1892) and provides a spacious exhibit hall with a vast collection of artifacts that illustrate the diverse history
and heritage of Oconee. Walking next door,
the Museum of the Cherokee in South Carolina. It features local Cherokee artifacts, artwork,
copies of treaties and other information relating
to the Cherokee Lower Towns of South Carolina. Across the street in the “Old Rock Building”
Patriots’ Hall lets you visit the legacy of heroes
who bravely fought for our country.
Arts are shared throughout the year at the
Walhalla Civic Auditorium. Formerly a grade
school and listed on the National Registry of
Historic Places, the refurbished venue hosts
a wide variety of performers from differing
genres including Steele Drivers to Glen Miller.
The auditorium also hosts theatrical performances and community events.
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Ram Cat Alley offers many dining choices
including The Spot on the Alley, a sports bar
know for its wings and burgers. Ram Cat Social
House is a beer garden and grill serving upscale
southern eats. Thursday thru Sunday enjoy fine
dining featuring regionally sourced meats and
vegetables at Vangelis.
SHOPPING
Green Springs – gifts 114 Ram Cat Alley
The Healthy Olive – oils & gifts 111 Ram Cat
Alley
M. Tannery & Sons – gifts 112 Ram Cat Alley
The Red Door – Gifts/home décor 120 Ram
Cat Alley
Rob & Reana’s Jewelry by Design – 125 Ram
Cat Alley
SENECA
Nestled between beautiful mountain lakes
and rich farmland, Seneca is an artistic city filled
with murals, live music, and eclectic shops.
Once a bustling railroad town, Seneca has
grown into a city filled with boutique shops, delicious restaurants, and activities all year long.
Whether you like to jump in the boat for the
weekend or join in the festivities of the city’s
many events like Jazz on the Alley, Cruizin on
Main, and Seneca Fest - you’ll find your niche
here.
It’s no wonder, the city has been ranked the
#1 Place to Retire in SC and The Best Place to
Start a Business.
tution underscoring the rich, colorful, turbulent
story and impact of the local African American
community.
Just a short drive from downtown Seneca,
you can enjoy swimming, boating or a picnic at
South Cove County Park. This is situated on
Lake Keowee with camping and RV’s available
on a peninsula.
Enjoy the unique shops that line the streets
of Ram Cat Alley. The Alley got its unusual
name because of the many cats who gathered
around the meat and fish markets in the early
1900s. Locals used to say there were so many
of them, “you couldn’t ram another cat into the
alley!” Enjoy the unique shops and hunt for the
painted cats though out the downtown area.
The City of Seneca is excited to announce the
opening of the Bertha Lee Strickland Cultural
Museum in 2016. It is the second city-owned
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Enjoy lakeside dining at The Lighthouse,
overlooking Lake Keowee. If you are looking
for sushi, gilled ribeye or some tapas to enjoy with friends head to Sole’ Grill and Sushi
Bar,reservations are recommended.
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Sensibly Chic – baskets/home décor 124 Ram
Cat Alley
Distinctive Finishes Studio – antiques 111 Ram
Cat Alley
The Purple Sunflower – antiques 125 Townville
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Elegant & Distinctive - fine furniture 708 By
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Heartwarmers – gifts 337 Market Street
Emily’s – boutique 263 Market Street
Hochstetler’s Country Store – gifts 1470 S
Walnut St
Patio & Fireside – 10239 Clemson Blvd #100
Arts of the Alley – 123 N Townville St
Hwy. 123 • Seneca
FOOD & DRINK
MUST SEE
Jazz on the Alley
708 Bypass 123, Seneca
864.888.0505
www.elegantdistinctive.com
Aldi
GNC
Rue 21
Pizza Hut
Belk
Body & Bath Works
Radio Shack
Game Stop
Cato
K-Mart
Dollar Tree
China Wok
Turner’s Jewelers
Family Christian Stores
Pet Smart
Artistry Hair & Skin
Baker’s Dogs
Kings Nails & Spa
Shoe Show
Hair Masters
Unlimited Talk
The UPS Store
1st Franklin Financial
Hibbett Sports
Ultra Tan
Mattress Firm
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Seneca
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The New South Architecture & Exhibit
“Speaking in the One Historic Voice”
A 1909 American Queen Anne style bungalow,
carriage house and “two-seater outhouse”. Architect
Charles Christian Hook Former residence of Dr. W.
J. & Lilian Mason Lunney. The arts & crafts interior
features art glass windows, original chandeliers,
long-leaf pine woodwork, quarter-sawn oak mantel,
English fireplace tiles, flat panel wainscot with burlap
inserts, and an 1866 Chickering & Sons “cocked hat”
parlor grand piano.
Tour Bus Rides for all to see The Ballenger House
Howl-o-ween on the green • Downtown Seneca
October 31st
Free candy from Mayor Dan Alexander and his city council members at
Norton Thompson Park in downtown Seneca
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Other hours by appointment | Admission by donation
For a pictorial tour & events schedule visit
www.LunneyHouseMuseum.org
Come discover Seneca’s premier cultural museum
The Bertha Lee Strickland Cultural Museum
Honoring the Past • Elevating the Future
Tea & Social • September
Lake & Mountain Quilters Show
September 16-17 • 11:00 - 4:00 p.m (FREE)
Christmas Craft Boutique
December 2 • 11:00 - 4:00 p.m (FREE)
Christmas Open House & Tea Social
December 3 • 2:00 - 4:00 p.m
Every Thursday April - October.
Starts at 6:30 on Ram Cat Alley.
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Downtown on Main Street.
Seneca SC Events
More info at www.seneca.sc.us
211 W. South 1ST. Street, Seneca, SC 29678
[email protected] | 864.882.4811
BERTHA LEE STRICKLAND CULTERAL MUSEUM (BLSCM)
Downtown Historic District - Seneca’s premier cultural exhibit
museum focuses on the richly compelling, authentic local
African American history and culture of Oconee County. The
museum incorporates technology and tradition to create a
meaningful and educational experience for all ages. BLSCM
rotates over 85% of its exhibit space 2-3 times annually. It
also features “Bertha’s Kitchen” with its orginal bead board
walls and ceiling, fireplace and mantels, flooring, and some
original furnishing to create an interpretive look into the early
20th Century kitchen in Mrs. Strickland’s home. Call: 864710-9994, Email: [email protected] or LIKE US on
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208 West South 2nd Street, Seneca
For more information
www.blscm.org
Open Thursday - Saturday 11:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Some holidays excluded. Admission is free.
LONG CREEK
Long Creek is a rural community in western
Oconee County, South Carolina. It is surrounded by the Sumter National Forest in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The area
is an outdoor recreational paradise! The Chattooga River borders Long Creek, and is one of
the wildest and most beautiful whitewater rivers in the country. The Chattooga was the first
river in the Southeast to be designated “Wild
& Scenic” in 1974 by Congress. Long Creek
became famous when the area was used as
the location for the movie “Deliverance”. Outdoor enthusiasts come to Long Creek to enjoy
the natural setting of the Chattooga River for
whitewater rafting, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hiking and zip-line canopy tours. There
are numerous forested hiking trails and over
20 waterfalls in Long Creek. Since the 1950’s
Long Creek has been home to apple orchards,
and was once the largest apple producing area
east of the Mississippi. There are still numerous
apple farms in the area and roadside produce
stands sell seasonal apples and other locally
grown produce.
MUST SEE
Fall is a great time to visit local roadside produce stands. Bryson’s U-Pick Apple Orchard
allows you to bring the family and pick your
own apples or peaches. Bring your bicycle
and enjoy the hills while traveling to different
orchards. On a Friday evening don’t miss local bluegrass music starting at 7pm at the Sil66 • Visitors Guide
ver Dollar Music Hall. And for you adrenaline
junkies, take flight at Wildwater’s Chattooga
Ridge Canopy Tour. While in flight above the
forest floor blanketed with mountain laurel,
rhododendron, and other native plants, watch
for hawks, deer and other wildlife.
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Fair Play is made up of farming and lake communities. Lake rentals and Lake Hartwell State
Park provide opportunities for families to enjoy
the lake. Suggested restaurants include Anelo
Grill, The Spotted Pig, The Gazebo Restaurant and Carolina Pizza Company.
Once the first textile mill village in Oconee
County, now the abandoned textile plant still
stands. Newry is just off the shores of Lake
Keowee, (sorry no lake access) and on the National Register of Historic Places.
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FOOD & DRINK
Chattooga Belle Farm is a 138-acre working
farm featuring a u-pick operation with apple
and peach orchards and more! Their newly
opened Distillery features four brandies and
one whiskey and free samples. This hidden
gem is in the shadow of the majestic Blue Ridge
Mountains. Enjoy the amazing view while having lunch at the Belle’s Bistro open May- November 3rd.
Do as rafters do and grab a bite at Humble
Pie. This is a local hangout that offers great
hand tossed pizza
The Lodge at Chattooga River Resort provides casual dining with the only full bar in Long
Creek. Enjoying both indoor and outdoor stages for live entertainment Friday and Saturday
nights during summer and fall season.
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Located between Seneca and Walhalla,
people are attracted to West Union because
of its shoreline on Keowee Key. Just a few
miles from shopping, one can put a boat in
and enjoy a day on the lake. Stop for a bite
to eat at Puerto Nuevo Mexican & Seafood
Restaurant. Shopping includes: Fine Designs
-1451W. Main Street, Uncle Fred’s Warehouse
– 101 North Hwy 11 or The Vintage Market –
168 Scenic Plaza Dr
Mountain Rest is your heaven for all your
outdoor adventures. Enjoy hiking the Foothills
Trails starting at Oconee State Park. Or visit
the Walhalla Fish Hatchery which is the only
trout hatchery in the state of South Carolina.
SALEM
The small town of Salem is located just off of
Scenic Highway 11, and is a gateway to both
the Blue Ridge Mountains and Lakes Jocassee
and Keowee. Originally a lumber town with six
sawmills, Salem became an agricultural town
latching onto cotton production. Today it’s
well known for fantastic home sites, outdoor
activities and mountain adventures. Just minutes from Salem are the gated communities of
Cliffs at Keowee Falls, Cliffs Vineyards, The
Reserve at Lake Keowee and Keowee Key,
each with a renowned signature golf course.
Suggested restaurants include Keowee Towne
Café and Sisters Restaurant.
Chattooga Sounds Camp
The perfect base camp for your next adventure!
Chattooga Sounds Camp,
located in Long Creek,
offers campers the solitude
and peacefulness of nature,
but just moments away
from all the outdoor action
you’re looking for.
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Lodging Information
• Walk-In and
Drive-In
Tent Sites
➥ Cabins
Lake Hartwell State Park (Zone 2)
• Raised Camp Sheds
19138-A South Hwy. 11, Fair Play, SC 29643
864.972.3352
• Large Group
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The Cabins (Zone 2)
P. O. Box 219, Fair Play, SC 29643
864.972.1508, www.valuecom.com/lakecabins
• Covered Picnic Shelter
Chattooga Belle Farm’s
Horseshoe Lake Cabin (Zone 3)
454 Damascus Church Rd.,
864.647.9768
Chattooga Ridge Cottages (Zone 3)
Chattooga Rafting Center
800.451.9972
www.wildwaterrafting.com/cabins.php
• Camp Kitchen
• Bathhouses
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Icon Key
• Kayak & Rafters,
Lake Shuttle
For information and reservations:
864.647.6196
[email protected]
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Mountain Rest Cabins & Campground (Zone 3)
175 Homeland Dr., Mountain Rest, SC 29664
864.718.0333, www.mountainrestcamping.
com
Oconee State Park (Zone 1)
624 State Park Rd., Mountain Rest, SC 29664
866.345.PARK, 864.638.5353
Chattooga River Resort
14239 Hwy 76 (Long Creek Hwy)
www.chattoogaresort.com
864.873.7310
www.daysinn.com
Hampton Inn & Suites (Zone 2)
1011 East North 1st Street, Seneca, SC 29678
864.482.2900
1-800-Hampton
www.hamptoninn.com
Quality Inn (Zone 2)
226 Hi-Tech Rd., Seneca, SC 29678
864.888.8300, 800.JAMESON
www.jamesoninns.com
Chattooga River Resort (Zone 3)
➥ Hotels
Best Western (Zone 2)
14239 Hwy 76 (Long Creek Hwy)
864.873.7310
511 US Hwy. 123-By Pass, Seneca, SC 29678
864.886.9646, 800.WESTERN
www.bestwestern.com
Relax Inn (Zone 3)
109 E. Windsor St., Westminster, SC 29693
864.647.2045
Days Inn (Zone 2)
11015 N. Radio Station Rd., Seneca, SC 29678
864.885.0710, 800.329.7466
Corkscrew Cabin at Wildwater
➥ Bed and Breakfast
Sunrise Farm B&B (Zone 1)
325 Sunrise Dr., Salem, SC 29676
864.944.0121
www.SunriseFarmBB.com
“Your country home-away-from-home in the SC
upcountry.” Sunrise Farm Bed and Breakfast is the
perfect place to rest after a full day of outdoor fun at
nearby attractions, including breathtaking waterfalls,
numerous state parks and historical sites, antique shopping opportunities, dozens of hiking trails and Clemson
University. Choose from four spacious, c.1890 Victorian
bedrooms with private baths, or one of two private
cottages.
Lowry House Inn (Zone 2)
206 S. Fairplay St., Seneca, SC 29678
864.888.0122, 888.290.9686
www.lowryhouseinn.com
Magnolia Manor (Zone 3)
207 Westminster Hwy.,
864.647.8559, www.magnoliamanorbb.com
1011 East North 1st St
Seneca, SC 29678
(864) 482-2900
851 Tiger Blvd,
Clemson, SC
(864) 653-7744
Three Pines View (Zone 1)
151 Shack Hollow Rd, Salem, SC 29676
www.threepinesview.com
864-784-2974
www.senecaclemsonareasuites.hamptoninn.com
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➥ Vacation Rental Homes
Carolina Home Real Estate (Zone 2)
102 N. Fairplay St., Seneca, SC 29678
864.882.6670
www.carolinahomesc.com
Mountain Lakes Vacation Rentals
800.610.0020, www.mtnlakes.com
Offering a selection of over 60 privately owned
lakefront homes with docks throughout the Lake Hartwell/Keowee area since 1996. Our website provides
details, photos, locations and online reservations. This
is our GUARANTEE to you: “If, upon arrival, you are
dissatisfied we will provide a suitable alternative or we
will promptly refund your money.”
RH Properties
200 Hunter Avenue, Walhalla
864.784.0170
Top Gun Realty
864.784.9977
www.homeaway.com/Vacation-rentals/
South-Carolina-vacation-rentals.htm
Bear Pond Cabin (Zone 1)
307 Hyatt Dr., Salem, SC 29676
864.877.7558, www.scvacationcabin.com
Carolina Mountain Lakes (Zone 1)
Lake Cherokee, Tamassee, SC
704.467.4062
www.carolinamountainlakes.com
Devils Fork State Park (Zone 1)
Vacation Rental By Owner (Zone 2)
Lake Keowee, Seneca, SC
770.717.1516, www.vrbo.com/96259
161 Holcombe Cir.,
Salem, SC 29676
866.345.PARK, 864.944.2639
Villas of Foxwood Hills (Zone 3)
10 Kinston Manor Dr., Westminster, SC 29693
864.647.9533, 800.477.3155
www.foxwoodhillsresort.com
Jocassee Lodge (Zone 1)
Lake Jocassee, Salem, SC 29676
864.517.3601
www.jocasseelodge.com
➥ Camp Sites and RV Sites
Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area
19138-A South Hwy 11, Fair Play, SC 29643
864.972.3352
Keowee Key Rentals (Zone 1)
1390 Stamp Creek Rd., Salem, SC 29676
864.944.2400, 800.537.5253
www.1stchoicerealty-sc.com
Maple Crest Lake Jocassee (Zone 1)
694 Jocassee Lake Rd., Salem, SC 29676
864.719.9494, www.jocassee-vacation.com
Robinson Lake Front Lodge at Jocassee (Zone 1)
Mountain Rest Cabins and Campground
175 Homeland Dr., Mountain Rest, SC 29664
864.718.0333, www.mountainrestcamping.com
Devils Fork State Park
161 Holcombe Cir., Salem, SC 29676
866.345.PARK, 864.944.2639
Salem, SC 864.616.1273
www.jocasseelakehouse.com
Three Pines View
Boutique Mountain Lodge
Oconee State Park
624 State Park Rd., Mountain Rest, SC 29664
866.345.PARK, 864.638.5353
High Falls County Park (Zone 2)
671 High Falls Rd., Seneca, SC 29672
864.882.8234, www.experienceoconee.com
Oconee Point (Zone 2)
200 Oconee Point Rd., Seneca, SC 29678
888.893.0678, www.reserveamerica.com
South Cove County Park (Zone 2)
1099 South Cove Rd., Seneca, SC 29678
Coneross Park (Zone 2)
699 Coneross Park Rd., Townville, SC 29689
888.893.0678, www.reserveamerica.com
Crooked Creek RV Park (Zone 1)
777 Arvee Ln., West Union, SC 29696
864.882.5040, www.crookedcreekrvpark.com
Chau Ram County Park (Zone 3)
1220 Chau Ram Park Rd. Westminster, SC 29693
Carolina Landing (Zone 2)
Fair Play, SC 29643
864-972-9892
Chattooga Sounds Camp (Zone 3)
2851 Damascus Church Road
864.647.6196, 864.710.8032
http://www.chattoogasounds.com
Long Creek Campground (Zone 1)
165 Raines Rd, Mountain Rest, SC 29664
864.647.1938
www.longcreekcampground.com
Keowee Falls RV Park (Zone 1)
Keowee Camp Road, West Union, 29696
864.638.5716
www.keoweerv.com
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Waterfront Cottages
• 4 Elegantly appointed private guest suites
• On the land between Lakes Keowee & Jocassee
• Blue Ridge Mountain views
• Convenient to Seneca, Clemson & Greenville
• Gourmet breakfast included
• Weddings, reunions, romantic getaways
• Boundless recreation nearby
• Perfect for your out of town guests
...Build a Lifetime
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151 Shack Hollow Rd, Salem • 864.784.2974
www.threepinesview.com
New & Resale Cottages
Furnished & Unfurnished from
$129,900 to $395,000
www.backwaterlanding.com
1224 Melton Rd. • 864-888-1133
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Mon-Fri: 1-5, Sat & Sun: 11-5
and always available by appointment.
Sole Grill and Sushi Bar
The Clemson University Conference Center and Inn is the
perfect place for experiencing Clemson and the surrounding
area. Adjacent to the University campus, its garden-like
setting and lakeside location make it ideal for your next
visit. With Solé on the Green restaurant, Joe’s Place Bar,
Paws @ the Café and the championship Walker Golf Course,
there’s no better place for your next Clemson Experience.
When you come to upstate South Carolina,
be sure to bring your appetite for Southern
cooking. No matter what your preference, you
will find a complete menu of Southern fare,
from barbecue and freshwater trout to sausage
gravy over biscuits and the ultimate Southern
favorite ... GRITS!
You’re sure to discover and savor one
incredible dining experience after another,
from some of the best BBQ to be found
anywhere to Charleston’s world-famous shecrab soup, which several local eateries have
managed to bring inland without missing a
morsel of great taste.
From little out-of-the-way places and
timeless roadside diners to elegant dining
rooms, no matter what your budget or your
tastes, Oconee County cuisine will leave you
hungry for more. Area restaurants offer visitors
a range of cuisines, each with its own flavor and
style, most locally owned and operated.
Several restaurants feature a cozy atmosphere
in which to enjoy an ever-changing seasonal
menu, and others offer fine dining options
that use items from area farms and artisan
producers.
For more listings of area restaurants go to:
www.scmountainlakes.com
HOSTING THE CLEMSON EXPERIENCE
230 Madren Center Drive • Clemson University • Clemson, SC
888-654-9020 • cuconferencecenter.com
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EAT
Beyond the Bull
8095 Keowee School Road, Seneca
864.508.1254
Unique eats with game and seafood
Black’s Smokehouse
1528 Blue Ridge Blvd, Seneca
864.280-2577. | Cash or check only.
Thurs. - Sat. 11 am - 7:30 p.m
Bar-b-que
Brasstown Creek BBQ
70 Brasstown Rd., Westminster
864.647.2458 Directions: Hwy 76 at S37-46.
4-8 p m. Friday & Saturday, Cash Only
Bar-b-que
Brews on the Alley
109 Ram Cat Alley
Seneca 864-973-8923
Seneca’s only craft beer and coffee bar experience. Coffee and Craft Beer are available for
purchase and to go.
Butcher & Baker Bakery & Sandwich Shop
12019 N. Radio Station Rd, Suite A, Seneca
864-973-8978
Sandwishes – breakfast, Lunch only
The Burrito Shack
12020 N Radio Station Rd , Seneca
864.873.9477
Faacebook: The Burrito Shack
Tex-Mex grill
Carolina Pizza Company
124 East Main Street, Suite 124D, Walhalla
864.916.0692
Pizza
CC Fudge & More
314 East Main Street, Walhalla
864.638.3020
Facebook: CC Fudge & More
Hot Dogs, Sandwiches, Fudge, Ice Cream
Chattooga River Resort Lodge
14239 Hwy 76 (Long Creek Hwy), Long Creek
864.873.7310
Bar and Grill
Chin Chin
1026 By Pass 123, Seneca
864.886.1228
www.chinchinseneca.com
Asian Cuisine. Limited delivery available.
Circa 1930
112 Ram Cat Alley, Seneca
864.888.1933
Facebook: Circa 1930 Eclectic Dining and Coffee House
Soups and sandwiches.
Copper River Grill
514 Bypass 123
Seneca, SC 29678
864.888-8788
Bar and Grill
Dakota Grill
2911 Highlands Hwy, Walhalla
864.718.0553 Directions: At the base of the
mountain on Hwy 28.
www.dakotagrillsc.com
Steak and Seafood
Deinners
305 By Pass 123, Seneca
864.280.9260
Facebook: Dienner’s Kitchen
Buffet Restaurant
El Alazan
111 Rochester Highway, Seneca
864.985.0355
Facebook: Alazan Mexican Grill
Mexican
The Grill At Clemson Marina
150 Clemson Marina Dr, Seneca
864.653.6767 Friday - Sunday: 11am - 9pm
Humble Pie Pizza
14239 Long Creek Hwy., Long Creek
864.647.9098
chattoogawhitewatershop.com/humblepie
Pizza
Joe’s New York Pizza
685 By Pass 123 # D, Seneca
864.888.0009
Pizza
Keowee Towne Cafe
15740 North Highway 11, Salem
864.944.1000, ext. 1 for deli/cafe
keoweetowne.net
Pizza and Deli
Little Japan
The Lighthouse
1290 Doug Hollow Rd., Seneca
864.888.4446
www.lighthousekeowee.com
Upscale and Casual dining options
Little Japan
102 E. Main Street
(864) 613-2155
Japanese and Sushi
A Taste Of Amish
-OPEN-
Dining in Casual Elegance • Private Cabana Club • Boat Slips Available
Covered Outdoor Seating with Spectacular Views
Picturesque View of Lake Keowee and Blue Ridge Mountains
Private Events, Weddings, and Meetings
Tuesday - Saturday
7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet Ends at 10:30 a.m.
Lunch Buffet Starts at 11a.m.
Choose from menu or buffet.
Dinner: Thursday Only
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
305 Bypass 123 • Seneca, SC
864-280-9260
Reservations Accepted Walk-Ins Welcome
1290 Doug Hollow Rd., Seneca, SC • 864-888-4446 • lighthousekeowee.com
www.mydienners.com
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Los Amigos
224 Hitec Rd, Seneca
864.885.0237
www.losamigosofseneca.com
Mexcan
Taco Riendo
115 Bountyland Rd, Seneca
864.882.0790
Mexican
Lucky Strike
513 E Main St., Westminster
864.647-6400
Diner
Martha’s Market Place Café
101 W Main St., Walhalla
864.638.0770
Cafe
Ram Cat Social House
Palmetto Sweets & Company, LLC
115 East Main Street, Walhalla
864.638.7707
Facebook: Palmetto Sweets & Company
Southern Cooking, Sandwiches
Paesano’s Italian Restaurant
1727 Blue Ridge Blvd., Seneca
864.882.3368
www.paesanositalian.com
Italian
Tiki Hut
156 Keowee Marina Dr., Seneca
864.882.0800
www.clubtikihut.com
American Grill open to all
Lakeside Bar for members only
Ram Cat Social House
864-324-0647
Upscale Southern Cuisine
Time Drive Inn
611 E North 1st St, Seneca
(864) 882-3827
Diner
Chinese • Japanese
• Thai Restaurant
• DINE IN • TAKE OUT • CATERING • DELIVERY
COME AND
ENJOY A
WONDERFUL
SUSHI BAR
Order Online at chinchinseneca.com
DELIVERY
to a 10 mile radius minimum $20 with $2 Delivery Charge
NO
Sun-Thurs: 11:00am-9:30pm
MSG
Fri & Sat: 11:00am-10:00pm
1026 ByPass 123, Ste F • Seneca, SC 29678
864.886.1228
Major Credit Cards Accepted. No Checks
Sisters Restaurant
281 Stamp Creek Rd. (Hwy 130) Salem
864.944.8100
Facebook: Sisters Restaurant Salem SC
Sandwiches, Burgers
Ye Olde Sandwich Shoppe
124 North Townville St., Seneca
864.882.3006
www.yeoldesandwichshoppe.com
Deli
3 Amigos
124 E Main Street, Ste F, Walhalla
864-638-2016
Mexican
Puerto Nuevo Mexican & Seafood
201 Foothills Center Dr, West Union
864.638.0096
102 E Main St, Westminster
864.647.2147
Facebook: Puerto Nuevo Mexican Restaurant
and Seafood
Seneca Family Restaurant
515 By-Pass 123, Seneca
864-886-9599 – American
Business Hours:
Vangeli’s Italian Restaurant
864-973-1492
11am-2pm, 5pm-9:30pm
Mediterranean and Southern influenced cuisine
The Steak House
316 E Main St, Walhalla
8 PM 864-638-3311
Cafeteria
Vangeli’s
Italian
Restaurant
Join us for craft beer
and football!
Brews offers our
customers twenty
rotating craft beer
choices on draft, pizza,
and a full service
coffee/expresso and
smoothie bar. We also
feature over 100 bottles
and can craft beers
options to go.
Sole Grill and Sushi Bar
700 ByPass 123, Seneca, SC 29678
864.882.9463
www.solesushi.com
Tapas, Sushi, Grill
The Spot on the Alley
122 Ram Cat Alley, Seneca, SC
864.985.0102
www.thespot.us
Sports Bar, American Grill
The Spotted Pig BBQ
15491 S. Highway 11, Fair Play, SC
864.972.3065
www.spottedpig.com
Bar-b-que
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109 Ram Cat Alley Seneca, SC
(864) 973-8923
www.brewsonthealley.com
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CELEBRATE
Annual Events in Oconee County
■ SEPTEMBER
Join us for the 20th annual Blue Ridge Fest on Friday, April 28, 2017.
The featured performers will be announced in the coming months.
Past performers include Jay & The Americans, Jimmy Beaumont & The Skyliners,
Johnny Tillotson, Shirley Alston Reeves, The Swinging Medallions, Chubby Checker,
The Drifters, The Temptations, Jerry Butler, Lloyd Price, Bill Pinkney's Original Drifters,
The Clovers, Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs, The Tams, Little Anthony and the
Imperials, The Platters, Charlie Brown and the Coasters, The Impressions, Jim Quick
and Coastline, Legends of Beach, The Rickey Godfrey Band, and Chairmen of the Board.
The evening's entertainment will also include a car show with more than
500 classic automobiles, great food and beverages, and special drawings and raffles.
Blue Ridge Fest has given more than $2 million dollars to local charities
over the past 19 years. Check our website at blueridgefest.com for more details!
Events take place at Blue Ridge Electric, 734 West Main St., Pickens, SC
www.blueridgefest.com ÊU 800/240-3400
#scmountainlakes
South Carolina 55th Annual Apple Festival
Downtown Westminster
864.647.7223
September 8-10, 2016, The South Carolina Apple Festival celebrates the beginning
of the apple harvest in Oconee County. The
annual festival has drawn thousands of visitors
to Westminster, since its first appearance in
1961. For more information visit www.scapplefestival.com or call 864.647.7223
■ OCTOBER
Farm to Table Dinner and Tour, October 2
Chattooga Belle Farm, Long Creek
Chattooga Belle Farm will host a Farm to
Table Dinner and Tour October 3 from 5pm
until 8pm at $85 per person. Enjoy beautiful
scenery and fresh, local food at an Appalachian working farm. To purchase tickets, visit
www.chattoogabellefarm.com or call (864)
647-9768. 454 Damascus Church Road, Long
Creek, SC
S.C. Foothills Heritage Fair, Oct 3-8
Hwy. 123 Between Seneca and Westminster
The S.C. Foothills Heritage Fair is held at 178
Hayfield Road near Westminster S.C., off Hwy
123 across from Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative. Midway rides by J&J Amusements, draft
horse pull, Clemson storytellers, fishing tanks,
wrestling, Mr. Twister the Clown, cattle dog
trail, community stage and more. For more information visit www.carolinafoothillsheritagefair.org
ROAD TITANS 300+
Cycling Challenge, October 7-9
Mountain Lakes Convention & Visitors Bureau
welcomes to the ROAD TITANS 300+ Cycling
Challenge. The is not a race, but a three-day
premiere cycling event that will bring endurance
cyclists from all across the country to participate
in a three-county cycling challenge.
Designed to defy the limits of endurance with
a road course in one of National Geographic’s
“Destinations of a Lifetime”, Oconee County,
South Carolina. www.roadtitans300.com
Marathon Series, Seneca Race
Shaver Recreational Complex, Seneca
October 13, 201. Mainly Marathons puts
on a race series like no other, from the unique
course setup to the unparalleled spread of
food and drinks to fuel you on your journey,
all mixed with a sense of fun and family you
just won’t find anywhere else. Enjoy the day
running in Seneca, SC or all five days in five
different states running a series of different
courses each day.
Oktoberfest, October 21-23
Main Street and Sertoma Field, Walhalla, SC
This weekend-long event is now in its 38th
year. Walhalla celebrates its German heritage
with festivities on Main Street and Sertoma
Field, including food, carnival rides, arts and
crafts, shopping and, of course, authentic German music and dancing. For more information
visit www.walhallaoktoberfest.com or call (864)
638-2727.
Taste of Home Cooking School, October 25
Gignilliat Community Center, Seneca
Sponsored by The Journal, The Taste of
Home Cooking School is America’s #1 leading
cooking school program, providing entertaining
and relatable cooking instruction for audiences
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nationwide. Culinary Specialists bring energy,
excitement and their love of cooking LIVE to approximately 135,000 enthusiastic attendees at
more than 200 events across the country each
year. Tickets must be purchased in advance at
www.upstatetoday.com or call 864-882-2375.
Boo on Main
Dress your kids and family in their spookiest
costumes and bring them out to Boo-On-Main
on October 31st in Westminster, SC. This is a
safe alternative to trick-or-treating. Local businesses, schools and civic organizations will be on
Main giving out goodies to the kids. The Westminster Baptist Church provides hot dogs plates
and bouncy houses for children to enjoy. Visit
westminstersc.com for details and time.
Halloween On The Green
Downtown Seneca
Halloween On The Green will be held October 31 in downtown Seneca. Enjoy free hotdogs, candy give-a-way, games and don’t forget
to wear your Halloween costume for a change
at best dressed! Visit www.seneca.sc.us for additional details closed to the event date.
Dress Your Pet – Strut Your Mutt
Norton Thompson Park, Seneca
The 6th Annual Dress Your Pet will be held
October 31st to benefit the Oconee Humane
Society in Seneca, SC at Norton Thompson
Park. Visit www.seneca.sc.us for additional details closer to event date.
■ MARCH
Run For The Green, Mach 18, 2017
Downtown Seneca
The 6th Annual Run For The Green Half-Marathon and 5k.Be sure to wear your green for
the post-race St. Patty’s Party! Early registration
guarantees a t-shirt. Visit www.seneca.sc.us for
details closer to the event.
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Jazz on the Alley
Ram Cat Alley, Seneca
April 2nd marks the first Jazz on the Alley for
the season. Enjoy music, dancing and food in
Seneca, SC at Ram Cat Alley. The season continues into October.
Music on Main
A night of music on the first Friday of each
month in conjunction with Westminster Depot
Cruise-in. The event starts in April and runs
through October.
Pendleton Spring Jubilee
Downtown Pendleton, SC
Join us in Pendleton’s historic town square
EXCLUSIVE VIP Tickets Include:
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America’s Boating Course
Oconee Memorial Hospital, Seneca
March 31, April 7, 14, 21, and 28 from
6:30PM-8:30 PM at Oconee Memorial Hospital in the Oconee Room. Designed to advance
public boating knowledge and skills for safer
boating in the Upstate. $300 for manual and
supplies. [email protected], 864-9850788
■ APRIL
Cruzin’ on Main
Downtown Seneca
Just like yester-year, cruzin’ Main Street on a
Saturday Night starts the first Saturday of April
for the season and continues till October. Join
us the 1st Saturday of each month. Visit www.
seneca.sc.us for details.
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VIP Entry at 3:30 to browse,
shop and talk with show vendors
Assigned Seating in exclusive
VIP area with padded seat
Taste Of Home cookbook
Meet, Greet and Book Signing
with culinary expert
Michelle “Red” Roberts
Deluxe Goody Bag
Wine, Beer & Spirit tasting
Free beverages during show
Pre-Show heavy hors d’oeuvres
VIP pre-show entertainment
Fun paint session during pre-show
Sweet treat during intermission
Exclusive VIP pre-show area
EXCLUSIVE VIP Tickets only $50!
Visit upstatetodaydeals.com to get your ticket
or call The Journal at 864-882-2375. General Admission Tickets $12.
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April 1-2, 2017 for the Pendleton Spring Jubilee. Over 300 artisans vie for the coveted 100
spaces. Local and regional entertainers fill the
air with music. Call (864) 646-3782 or visit www.
pendletondistrict.org.
Issaqueena’s Last Ride
St. Johns Lutheran Church, Walhalla
Held April 22, 2017 is a challenging, mountain
ride through the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
and Foothills of South Carolina.
The two longer rides are highlighted by the
climb to Wigington Overlook where one is rewarded with expansive views of Lake Jocassee
and the surrounding Carolina Piedmont. All
routes feature scenic rural roads with little traffic.
Visit www.ilrsc.com for details.
Blue Ridge Fest, April 28, 2017
734 W. Main Street, Pickens, SC
The Annual Blue Ridge Fest is popular
throughout the region. Past entertainment has
included Charlie Thomas’ Drifters, Johnny Mason and the Clovers, Maurice Williams and the
Zodiacs and the Party Prophets Band. Gates
open at 2 p.m. for cars. Come in a classic car and
get a carload of four in for $25. For more information visit www.blueridge.coop/blueridgefest/
or call 800-240-3400
■ MAY
Mayfest Art of Living, May 12-13, 2017
Downtown Walhalla
Celebrating the arrival of spring, join us for the
Mayfest Art of Living. The weekend events include arts and crafts, a parade, antique car show
and Shagging on Main.
Mayberry Comes to Westminster
Mayberry comes to Westminster on May 6-7,
2017! Come experience tribute artists, live music
playing thought out the two days, Mayberry parades, a Miss and Mrs. Mayberry Contest, a trivia
contest, food vendors, Mayberry merchandise, a
car and tractor show, arts & crafts and more! For
more information visit www.mayberrywestminster.com or call 864-638-7426.
INT League, May 13-14, 2017
South Cove County Park, Seneca
Host a Wakeboard, Kneeboard & Wake Surf
Tournament at South Cove County Park. Bring
your lounge chair and enjoy the day watching
the competition from South Cove Beach. INT
League also host amateur events and anyone
can compete. For more information call 864423-8870 or go to www.intleague.com/South
Carolina.
Mountains to Main Street
Half Triathlon, May 21, 2017
Imagine a swim in the ultra-pure waters of
Lake Keowee in Seneca, SC, a bike along the
foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and a net
downhill run along the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail
with a finish line overlooking the Reedy River and
Reedy Falls in award-winning downtown Greenville, SC. setupevents.com
Rally in the Valley, May 27, 2017
Held this year at an amazing new location
about 10 miles from the prior location. The new
venue, Lake Jemiki, offers a beautiful setting
adjacent to a private lake tucked back into the
Blue Ridge mountains. As in the past, we plan
to provide great local barbecue and other tasty
food, great live music and local craft beer for all
riders.
Plowboys and more! For more information visit
www.longcreekfest.com or call 864-873-7310
July 4th Celebration in Salem, July 4, 2017
7pm – 9:30pm, Fireworks at 9:30PM. Visit
salemsc.us for more details.
■ JUNE
Fun In The Sun Festival
West Union, SC
This annual festival is popular throughout the
region. The festival is held the 1st Saturday in
June and is scheduled for June 3, 2016 Enjoy
family events and live music in downtown West
Union. The day will include food vendors, games
and exhibits for children of all ages including a
marshmellow-eating contest. Visit www.scwestunion.com for more information.
■ JULY
Independence Eve in Walhalla
July 3, 2017 from 7-10pm. Activities for
kids, music, fireworks and fun for all! Food to
purchase provided by area churches and civic
clubs. Fireworks will begin shortly after 9pm.
Walhalla soccer field
Seneca’s 4th of July Celebration, July 4, 2017
Gignilliat Park, Seneca
7pm-9:30pm Fireworks at 9:30pm Visit www.
seneca.sc.us for more details.
Hillbilly Days, July 4, 2017
Mountain Rest, SC
The 56th Annual Hillbillly Day 2015 will be
held 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, at
120 Verner Mill Road in Mountain Rest, Oconee
County, South Carolina. Observe the holiday
during this annual family event featuring Blue
Grass music, clogging contests, fiddle and banjo
competition, BBQ, chicken food plates, greased
pig chase, and greased pole climb. Free event.
Please bring your own chairs for seating! For
more information visit www.mountainrestcommunityclub.com or call 864-638-9070.
■ AUGUST
Collins Children’s Home Mud Run
August 2017
collinshomemudrun.org
Enjoy the 3.2 miles with 47 obstacles. Obstacles include: cargo climb, natural creek
crossings, balance beams, tunnels, walls, rope
swings, mud slides, water fall, the “weaver”
and more.
Seneca Fest
Downtown Seneca and Norton-Thompson Park
The City of Seneca will host Seneca Fest in
downtown Seneca starting with Jazz On The
Alley 27-29, 2017. Experience the music, food,
games and fun! A portion of the proceeds will
benefit Wounded Warriors. Past performers
included The Charlie Daniels Band, John Anderson, Bellamy Brothers and The Jeff Vaughn
Band. For more information visit www.seneca.
sc.us or call 864-723-3910.
Long Creek Music Festival
1010 Blaylock Place, Long Creek
Join us for the Fourth Annual Long Creek Music Festival hosted at the beautiful Chattooga
River Resort and Campground on Memorial Day
Weekend May 26, 27 & 28, 2017. Check the
website closer to the event for the lineup. Past
performers include Terratonic, Peartree Music
Company, Mountain Hoodoo, The Fabulous
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Bethel Presbyterian Church (Map - POI 3)
580 Bethel Church Rd., Walhalla
864.638.0810
Founded in 1805 by General Andrew Pickens, Bethel Presbyterian is the oldest church
in continuous use in Oconee County. Outside
is a cemetery that dates to the founding of the
church.
Bertha Strickland Cultural Museum
(Map - POI 15)
208 West South 2nd Street, Seneca
Seneca’s premier cultural exhibit museum. The
museum is unique in that it will rotate over
80% of its exhibit space 2-3 times each year.
Exhibits will take a look into the history, culture,
and contributions of the local African American
community and their impact on Society. Open
Tuesday-Saturday, from 11am-4pm (some
holidays excluded). Admission is free.
Blue Ridge Field (Map - POI 5)
Holland Ave., Seneca
864.885.2700
Once the site of the segregated AfricanAmerican Blue Ridge High School football field,
Blue Ridge Field today memorializes the rich history of African-American education in Oconee
County from the 1800s to 1969. The football
field is now the site of a heritage park that, upon
completion, will include history kiosks, a walking
track, community gardens, picnic shelters and a
recreational field.
Chattooga Town (Map - POI 7)
The Chattooga River was named after the historic Cherokee town of Chattooga, which was
situated in bottomlands along the river from
the late 16th to the early 18th centuries. Chattooga Town is protected by the Forest Service
as a significant historic site. Located on Hwy 28
northwest of Walhalla.
Hagood Mill
138 Hagood Mill Road, Pickens, SC
864.898.5963
This functioning 19th-century water-powered
gristmill welcomes visitors to picnic and hike on
the 13-acre tract. Stone-ground cornmeal and
grits are always available. The grounds are open
daily during daylight hours. Tours and corngrinding demonstrations are held the third Saturday of each month. Admission is free.
Historic Ballenger House (Map - POI 11)
212 East South Third St., Seneca
864.882.7162, www.ballengerhouse.org
A community landmark, the Ballenger House
(circa 1925) is a beautiful red brick home built in
the four-square style and located in the heart of
Historic Downtown Seneca. Used as the primary
residence of the Ballenger family until 1980,
the home was deeded to the Seneca Woman’s
Club. The club originated in 1896 and still meets
today, making it the oldest club in the county.
Historic Westminster Depot (Map - POI 12)
Main Street, Westminster, SC 29693
864.647.5316
Recently restored, this train depot is on the
National Register of Historic Places.
More than a museum...
Downtown
Walhalla
Historic Whetstone Place ca. 1835
198 Earls Ford Road, Mountain Rest
864.710.3779
[email protected]
Just minutes from the wild and scenic Chattooga River, Whetstone Place is part of multigeneration family farm now serving as an event
venue and offering overnight accommodations.
Lunney House Museum (Map - POI 14)
211 West South First St., Seneca, SC 29678
864.882.4811
http://www.lunneyhousemuseum.org/
Listed on the National Register of Historic
Places, this California-style bungalow was built
in 1909 by Dr. and Mrs. W.J. Lunney. Its distinctive arts and crafts architecture extends to
include a two-story carriage house and a “twoseater” outhouse.
Oconee Heritage Center
123 Brown’s Square Drive
(behind the Bantam Chef)
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday
11am until 5pm and by
special appointment
Downtown
Westminster
General Store Museum
126 E. Main Street
(across from the depot)
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday
11am until 5pm and
by special appointment
864-638-2224 | www.oconeeheritagecenter.org
The Museum of the Cherokee in
South Carolina (Map – POI 26)
70 Short St., Walhalla, SC 29691
www.cherokeemuseumsc.org
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm or by appointment
This new museum is a place where the Cherokee part of Oconee’s history is offered in detail.
A wide variety of artifacts has been assembled,
and the story of the Cherokee is told as it could
only be told, in a place the Cherokee called
home.
Oconee Heritage Center (Map - POI 17)
123 Brown’s Square Dr., Walhalla, SC 29691
864.638.2224
www.oconeeheritagecenter.org
The Oconee Heritage Center is housed in
the historic Tobacco Warehouse of Walhalla.
The museum features a Depression-era tenant
farmer’s house, a virtual replica of Stumphouse
Tunnel, and a 250-year-old dugout canoe. The
Center’s collections are arranged into different
historical eras.
OHC General Store Museum
126 E. Main St., Westminster, SC 29693
864-638-2224 (Map - POI 27)
The Oconee Heritage Center General Store
Museum is a replica of a general store, complete
with original items from England’s General Merchandise of Westminster, which operated for
nearly 100 years on Main Street. Open Fridays
and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m and by special appointment.
Old Pickens Presbyterian Church
(Map - POI 18)
SC Route 183, Salem, SC 29671
864.944.1303,
www.oldpickens.org
Listed on the National Register of Historic
Places, this church/meeting house is the only
building still standing on the site where the town
of Pickens Courthouse was established in 1828.
The adjacent cemetery has over 200 graves dating back to 1790.
Oconee Station State Historic Site
(Map - Parks 12)
500 Oconee Station Rd., Walhalla, SC 29691
864.638.0079
Built around 1792 during tensions between
white settlers and Creek Indians, the Oconee
Station itself was once one in a string of small
frontier posts garrisoned by state militia. It was
the last of its kind when it was decommissioned
in 1799. Its impressive 20-inch stone walls are
still standing today. The site features picnicking,
fishing, and trail access to Station Cove Falls in
the Sumter National Forest.
Oscar Wigington Scenic Overlook
(Map - POI 19)
Named for a former mayor of Salem and located approximately 25 miles north of Walhalla,
the Oscar Wigington Scenic Overlook offers a
spectacular view of northeastern Oconee and
northwestern Pickens counties. Located on Hwy
413 north of Walhalla.
Patriots Hall Museum (Map - POI 28)
13 Short St., Walhalla, SC 29691
http://oconeeveteransmuseum.org/
Patriots Hall offers an opportunity for Oconee
citizens, their families and visitors, to see how
veterans have contributed and often sacrificed
for our country, the world and our freedom.
There is no charge to visit the museum. The museum is open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3
p.m.
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Tamassee DAR School
Tamassee, SC 29686
864.944.1390
The school, founded in 1919 by the South
Carolina Daughters of the American Revolution, was organized to provide a place to
learn and a chance to develop the ideals of
patriotism, citizenship and spiritual growth for
children living in the isolation of northwestern
South Carolina. It was recently added to the
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212 E
Stumphouse Tunnel at Issaqueena Falls
(Map - Parks 14)
Walhalla, SC 29691, 864.638.4343
A new railroad through the Appalachians
was proposed to connect Charleston first with
Knoxville and later Cincinnati. Rather than go
over or around the mountains in this area, it
was decided that a tunnel would be dug. The
1,600-foot-long Stumphouse Tunnel was started in 1852, but the Civil War and a lack of funds
brought construction to a halt. Not far from this
“tunnel to nowhere” is Issaqueena Falls, one of
the most beautiful waterfalls in the state.
World of Energy (Map - POI 25)
7812 Rochester Highway, Seneca
800.777.1004
www.duke-energy.com/visitor-centers/ worldof-energy.asp
Located on Lake Keowee beside the
Oconee Nuclear Station, Duke Energy’s World
of Energy is an education center with selfguided exhibits that teach visitors of all ages
how electricity is made. Guests also enjoy
interactive games, a short nature trail, a butterfly garden and a picnic area with a beautiful
view of Lake Keowee. Admission to the facility
is free and is open Monday thru Saturday.
Special events are held throughout the year so
check our website often for details!
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St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, located on Main Street in Walhalla, was originally
established in 1853 by German Lutherans.
Construction of the building began in 1859 and
completed in 1861, just at the beginning of the
Civil War. www.stjohnswalhalla.org
Walhalla State Fish Hatchery
198 Fish Hatchery Road, Mountain Rest
864.638.2866
Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this is the only trout hatchery in
South Carolina.
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Russell Farmstead (Map - POI 8)
The Russell farmstead was a busy Appalachian farm, stagecoach stop, and Inn in the late
19th and early 20th centuries. The farm is located on the former stagecoach route between
Walhalla and Highlands. From Walhalla follow
Hwy 28 north to the left fork. The farmstead is
on the left before the bridge.
National Register of Historic Places Open daily
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointment preferred.
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Retreat Rosenwald School (Map - POI 30)
150 Pleasant Hill Circle
Contact: Helen Rosemond-Saunders,
864.903.0547
The Retreat Rosenwald School, located just
outside the city of Westminster, is a two-room
schoolhouse that served rural African-American children from 1924 until 1950. It was partially funded by the national Rosenwald School
Building program. It was one of 10 Rosenwald
schools in Oconee County. In September 2011,
the school was placed on the National Register
of Historic Places.
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The Historic Ballenger
House, circa 1925, is a
designated site on the
South Carolina National
Heritage Corridor located
in historic downtown
Seneca, South Carolina.
Tours
Art Exhibits
Meetings for Clubs and
Organizations
Fundraising Events
Weddings
Business Meetings
Education. Energized.
Education goes beyond the classroom.
That’s why curious minds are always welcome at Duke Energy’s
WORLD OF ENERGY, the education center at Oconee Nuclear
Station. More than 3 million visitors have enjoyed our exhibits for
over 40 years. All for free.
Come see our brand-new Global Balance station, featuring a giant
interactive globe. Try your hand at one of our computer games.
Explore the Story of Energy exhibit. Get outside and hike our nature
trail by beautiful Lake Keowee. Or come out to one of our monthly
events, featuring live music, educational lectures, movies and art
shows, just to name a few.
Calendar of events
Mar 26: Spring Egg Drop
Mar 28-31: Energize Your Mind Series
July 15: Outdoor Movie “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”
7812 Rochester Highway
Seneca, S.C.
To arrange for a tour, please call Debbie at
864-324-8417 or Ruth at 864-882-7162
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800-777-1004
www.duke-energy.com\worldofenergy
Railroad Crossing
Westminster Chamber
Westminster
Flower Basket
Residence
210 Adams Street
Westminster
Caesar’s Crown
Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative
2328 Sandifer Blvd
Westminster
Dutch Doll
School House
Rosenwald School
Residence
506 Theo Martiin Rd 150 Pleasant Hill Circle
Westminster
Westminster
Double Wedding Rings
Peace Ya’ll
Autumn Star
On My Farm
Nine Patch & Double Irish Chain Heritage Center Annex
Residence
Residence
Residence
Residence (Block on Adams Street) 126 East Main Street
(Block on Cornelia Ave) 11261 Long Creek Hwy. 301 W. Abbey Street
Westminster
9221 Long Creek Hwy
200 Adams Street
Westminster
Westminster
Westminster
Texas Star
Residence
202 Augusta Street
Westminster
Crazy Tie Quilt
Residence
101 Augusta Street
Westminster
Cactus Blossom
2328 Sandifer Blvd
Westminster
Carolina Mystery Pattern Friendship Garden
Dads & Lads Store
Westminster City Hall
224 E. Main Street
100 E. Windsor Street
Westminster
Westminster
Josephine’s Knot
Residence
200 Augusta Street
Westminster
Card Trick
Westminster Library
112 W. North Avenue
Westminster
Flower Basket
Butterfly
Blue Bird of Happiness
Residence
Hopewell United
2328 Sandifer Blvd
6515 Toccoa Hwy. Methodist Church
Westminster
Westminster
Westminster
Orchard of Learning
Quilted Tulips
Momo’s Tuffet
Orchard Park Elementary
Residence
Residence
600 Toccoa Hwy.
112 Nardellas Circle 412 Welcome Church Rd.
Westminster
Westminster
Westminster
Thai Memories of
Saffron & Silk
Moon’s Medical
132 Main St.
Westminster
Lone Star
Sandifer Funeral Home
512 East Main St.,
Westminster
For a complete list of quilts blocks visit upstateheritagequilttrail.org
Oconee
Pickens
Anderson
Heritage, Artistry and Craftmanship of Quiltmaking
Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail
South Carolina Block
Fair Oak Elementary
1964 Oakway Road, Westminster
Explore and Discover
Westminster
Follow the Quilt Trail
into the Rich Heritage of
Oconee County, SC
Ballenger House • Seneca
You are Guided
Through countryside of rare natural beauty
to a variety of unique historical sites with
museums, parks, shops and galleries
Fascinating Sites are Revealed
The Oconee Heritage Center,
Wildwater, the Chattooga Belle Farm,
Ram Cat Alley, End of the Road Studio...
just to name a few
Museum of the Cherokee in SC • Walhalla
The Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail Shows
Over 100 painted quilt panels located on
various buildings throughout Oconee County
offer a rich tapestry of life expressed through
the artistry and craftsmanship of quilt making
Stories of each quilt and the quilters are
available on our web site,
along with an interactive map to guide you
Devils Fork State Park • Salem
For guided group tour information or general inquiries,
Contact Us: PO Box 333, Walhalla, SC 29691 or call 1.864.723.6603
email: [email protected]
Website and interactive map: ww.uhqt.org
Facebook: Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail
Sponsored by Oconee County ATAX Commission
ARTS & CULTURE
Blue Ridge Arts Center
Arts Off the Alley
123 N. Townville St., Seneca, South Carolina
29678
(864) 888-2880
Arts Off the Alley is a unique co-operative
for local artists to sell their art and handcrafts. The artists also teach a number of
classes for adult and children. They added a
new room for up-cycled and repurposed furniture and home decor by their artists. Find
them on Facebook. Think of them when you
need a gift or a fun shopping experience.
C L E M S O N
U N I V E R S I T Y
WE HAVE A SEAT FOR YOU
Visit www.clemson.edu/brooks
or call (864) 656-7787
for more information.
#scmountainlakes
Bell Gallery (Map - POI 2)
City of Seneca
221 E. North 1st St., Seneca, SC 29679
864.885.2700
www.seneca.sc.us
The Bell Gallery “Once Upon A Time” is
located in Seneca’s City Hall and features
historical photography, stained glass windows, city memorabilia and bronze sculptures depicting eras of childhood, offering a
unique glimpse into Seneca’s past.
The Gallery is featured on the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor Arts Trail
and admission is free.
Blue Ridge Arts Center (Map - POI 4)
111 E. South 2nd St., Seneca, SC 29678
www.blueridgeartscenter.com
Housed in a former Episcopal Church, the
Blue Ridge Arts Center is focused on bringing art into Downtown Seneca through local artists creating steel cat designs, “All
Aboard” train themed benches and a mural
entitled “Welcome to Seneca” to be displayed throughout the city. They work with
local artists and students to create the one
of a kind art pieces that are unique to our
area.
The Arts Center of Clemson
212 Butler Street Clemson, SC 29631
P:864.633.5051
www.explorearts.org
The Arts Center of Clemson is a not for
profit community arts center located in
Clemson, South Carolina. The Center was
established for the purpose of bringing
the arts to all members of the community
through educational art programming, an
Artists Guild for emerging artists, as well as,
exhibits and sale opportunities featuring local, regional, national and International artists, children’s art programs and community
art development.
Kudzu Kabin Designs (Map - POI 13)
1105 E. Main St., Walhalla, SC 29691
864.718.8864
Housed in a 100-year-old renovated barn,
the Kudzu Kabin features a gallery of kudzuderived art and gifts and is home to the only
known kudzu paper factory.
The Farmhouse Gallery (Map - POI 10)
124 F E. Main St., Walhalla, SC 29691
864.718.7171
Visitors are welcome and appointments are
appreciated. Artist Vivian Edwards’ working
studio has become an art stop for the South
Carolina National Heritage Corridor.
The Best Place For Live Music!
Fran Hanson Discovery Center (Map - POI 32
101 Garden Trail, Clemson, SC 29634
864.656.3405
The Discovery Center, located in the SC
Botanical Garden on the campus of Clemson University, offers regional brochures and
garden information. Featured exhibits by
South Carolina artists rotate quarterly with
a permanent collection by SC native Elizabeth B. Fuller. The Garden Discovery Room
offers touch tables, microscopes and a reference library for nature and gardening enthusiasts. Open Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and
Sunday 1-5 p.m. Closed Clemson University
holidays.
Walhalla Civic Auditorium (Map - POI 26)
101 E. North Broad St., Walhalla, SC
864-638-5277
Now hosting Broadway shows and popular
performers. Visit www.walhallacivic.com for
ticket pricing and group information.
Full Moon Artists
www.fullmoonartists.com
Visit the End Of the Road Studios to experience a one of a kind art studio and gallery.
Enjoy their spring or fall open house where
there is no end to the creativity.
New Dixie Storm and Tugalo Hollr
Saturday, November 5 @ 7:30PM
■ PERFORMING ARTS
Friday, September 9 • 7 p.m.
Ron Martel & the Kingsmen
Saturday, September 17 • 8 p.m.
Loren and Mark
Friday, September 23 • 8 p.m.
John McCutcheon
101 West Main Street, Westminster
(864) 280-6067
www.westminstermusichall.com
American Pride-Statler Brothers Tribute
Saturday, Sept 24 @7:30PM
Acoustic CoonXions (folk music)
Saturday, October 8 @7:30PM
Rick Wade’s Tribute to
Elvis and Conway Twitty
Saturday, October 22 @7PM
Sunday, October 23 @7:30PM
The Return (Beatles tribute)
Saturday, February 11 @ 7:30 PM
Asop’s Fables (Childrens Play)
February 24, 25 & 26 @ 7PM
Sunday 2:30PM
The Silver Dollar Music Hall
Highway 76, Long Creek
silverdollarmusichall.com/
Bluegrass music every Friday night at 7
p.m. on Highway 76 in Long Creek next to
The Long Creek General Store.
SteelDrivers (Bluegrass)
Saturday, March 11 @7:30PM
Oconee Community Theatre (Map - POI 18)
8001 Utica St., Seneca, SC 29679
864.882.1910
Promoting the arts in our community for
more than 40 years! Visit www.oconeetheatre.org for ticket information.
Sock Hops 50’s, 60’s & 70’s music
Saturday, May 13 @7:30PM
John Denver Musical Tribute
Saturday, March 25 @7:30PM
Guy Penrod (gospel-country)
Saturday, April 22 @ 7:30PM
Blue Highway (bluegrass)
Saturday, May 20 @7:30PM
Same Time Next Year
February 10-12
Westminster Music Hall
101 West Main Street, Westminster
www.westminstermusichall.com
Visit www.westminstermusichall.com for
details of shows, times and cost. Enjoy “Timeless Tuesday” with the Shawn James Band
featuring guest artists every 3rd Tuesday of
the month. Watch for “Open Mic Nite” also
on Tuesdays. 864-647-2147.
Raisin in the Sun
February 23-26
Ron Martel & the Kingsmen
Friday, September 9 @7PM
Getting Sara Married
April 21-23 & 28-30
Loren and Mark
Saturday, September 17 @8PM
Delval Divas
June 9-11 & 16-18
John McCutcheon
Friday, September 23 @8PM
Those Crazy Ladies in the House on the
Corner
October 14-16 & 21-23
Charlie Brown Christmas
December 15-18
RELOCATE
■ REAL ESTATE
One of the best resources for any relocation is to consult with a local realtor, who will
be able to guide you to housing that meets
your specific needs as well as inform you
about local utilities, builders, post office services and the like.
Above & Beyond
990 Mt. Olivet RD., Six Mile, SC
864.481.9600 | abrealestatesc.com
Greater Walhalla Area
105 West South Broad St., Walhalla
864.638.2727 | [email protected]
walhallachamber.com
Westminster
135 East Main Street, Westminster
864.647.5316 | [email protected]
www.westminstersc.com
Bob Hill Realty
528 By Pass 123 # D, Seneca
864.882.0855 | bobhillrealty.com
Carolina Home Real Estate
102 N. Fairplay Street, Seneca
864.882.6670 | carolinahomesc.com
Relocation Guide
Century 21 Hometown Realtors
100 Century Plaza, Ste. 8H, Seneca
864.482.7653 | century21hometownrealtors.com
Cope and Company Real Estate
106 Waldrpo Street, Seneca
864.903.5671 | copeandcompany.com
Cope Property Management
106 Waldrpo Street, Seneca
864.888.7104 | www.copepm.com
Now that you’ve
visited the Mountain Lakes Region
of South Carolina,
chances are you’ve
decided to stay—like
many others have
done. The Upstate
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has a national reputation as one of the
best places to relocate. It’s a quality of life
that, when combined with the local education, entertainment and cultural options,
offers an unparalleled lifestyle.
The Greater Oconee County Chamber of
Commerce’s Relocation Guide and Business
Directory provides information regarding
housing and neighborhoods, area schools,
medical services, healthy living opportunities, senior living, Oconee County profile,
area industries and a business directory.
Contact The Greater Oconee County
Chamber to request your copy of the Relocation Guide.
OCONEE
CHAMBER
HE OURNAL
2016-2017 | www.OconeeChamberSC.com
1st Choice Realty - Keowee Key Realty
1209 Stamp Creek Rd., Salem
864.944.2400
Jocasee Real Estate
306 A Bypass 123, Clemson
864.723.1716 | jocasseerealestate.com
Keller-Williams
864.903.1234 | WeSellKeowee.com
864-710-5434 | KeoweeAreaHomes.com
Re/Max Foothills at Lake Keowee
305 McCall Brothers Dr., Suite A, Seneca
864.944.5559 or 864.882.4200
Real Estate Inc.
1510 Blue Ridge Blvd., Suite 205, Seneca
864.882.8144
Tri-County Property
450-B Bypass 123, Seneca
864.873.9522 | Tri-CountyProperties.com
■ CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
Any of our area Chambers of Commerce
would be happy to assist you with all you relocation needs.
Greater Oconee County
Chamber of Commerce
135 Eagles Nest Dr. Suite C, Seneca
864.882.2097
[email protected]
http://oconeechambersc.com/
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Traveling to
Oconee County
Emergency Number
for Oconee County and Vicinity
9-1-1
The Mountain Lakes region
of Oconee County, South
Carolina, is located north of I-85,
45 miles (72km) west of Greenville,
SC and approximately 125 miles (201
km) east of Atlanta, GA.
Fire, Police, Ambulance
Oconee Memorial Hospital
298 Memorial Drive, Seneca, SC 29672
864.882.3351
■ BY AIR – From airport to Walhalla, SC:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
2 hrs 12 mins
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
1 hr 19 mins
Asheville Regional 1 hr 29 mins
Charlotte International Airport 2 hrs 34 mins
Oconee County Regional Airport serves as the
aviation gateway to Upstate South Carolina’s
waterfalls, rivers and lakes. It is a full service
airport with fuel and rental car availability. It is
located within five minutes of both Seneca and
Clemson South Carolina. 864-882-2959
Carolinas Poison Control Center
800.222.1222
Forest Fire Reporting
800.777.3473 • 800.735.8583 (TTY)
Sheriff
Anderson County 864.260.4400
Oconee County 864.638.4111
Pickens County 864.868.2603
Fire
864.898.5500 - Central, Norris, Six Mile
Police
864.656.2222 - Clemson, Other Areas
Oconeesc.com/Departments/AJ/Airport.aspx
864.226.6013 - Pendleton
864.944.6060 - Salem
■ DRIVING:
864.885.2718 - Seneca City Only
From I-85, take exit 1 and follow the signage to
864.638.4222 - Seneca, Other Areas
SC Highway 11. Go 19.6 miles north to SC Highway
864.638.4345 - Walhalla
28 and exit to Walhalla.
864.638.4222 - West Union
Police
864.639.4020 - Central
864.624.2000 - City of Clemson
864.656.2222 - Clemson University
864.944.2819 - Salem
864.885.2718 - Seneca City Only
864.638.5831 - Walhalla
864.647.3222 - Westminster
The Mountain Lakes Visitor’s Guide is a biannual publication published by The Journal
and the Mountain Lakes Convention and
Visitors Bureau in Oconee County, South
Carolina.
Its purpose is to provide information to
visitors and tourists about Oconee and
the surrounding area. It is available free of
charge at numerous locations in Oconee,
Pickens and Anderson counties and at
South Carolina Welcome Centers.
Any reproduction or duplication of this
publication or any part thereof must
be done with the publisher’s written
permission. The publisher is not responsible
for the claims made by the advertisers.
Information current at the time of printing.
Visit us at www.SCMountainLakes.com.
■ VIRTUAL EDITION
The Mountain Lakes
Convention and Visitors
Bureau Visitors Guide online
edition provides you the latest
in publication technology.
Though you’ll still want the
print version to hold and
read at your leisure, this new
interactive feature allows
you to share with friends
online, interact with advertisers,
authors, stories, and more…
■ RESOURCES
Special thanks to ...
Cities of Seneca, Walhalla, Westminster
Oconee County Parks, Recreation and
Tourism
Oconee Heritage Center
Pendleton District Commission
South Carolina Department of Natural
Resources
South Carolina National Heritage
Corridor
South Carolina State Parks
South Carolina State Trails Progam
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Forest Service
Greater Oconee County Chamber of
Commerce
Walhalla Chamber of Commerce
Westminster Chamber of Commerce
Adam Wright, photographer
Al Ward, photographer
Just visit
and follow the links.
SPONSORS
THE JOURNAL
South Carolina Highway Patrol
Emergencies Only
864.260.2200
800.768.1503
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