The Ring of the Hammer Beckons
Griz Hockwalt is an Artist Blacksmith who volunteers as the Blacksmith at Pickens County’s Hagood Mill Historic Site & Folklife Center . Every Third Saturday visitors can hear the...
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Griz Hockwalt is an Artist Blacksmith who volunteers as the Blacksmith at Pickens County’s Hagood Mill Historic Site & Folklife Center . Every Third Saturday visitors can hear the...
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So we went to Spartanburg (aka Hub City, aka Sparkle City) to sign some books at the Hub City Bookshop and to see if we had missed anything on earlier visits. Sugar-n-Spice restaurant, aka The Spice, has...
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There’s nothing like a restful getaway to help restore your soul, your senses, and, of course, your sanity. And that’s just what the stunning Red Horse Inn in Landrum, South Carolina was designed to do. With sweeping mountain...
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If there is one thing we can say for certain, it is that there are plenty of options for a wedding in the Upcountry of South Carolina. Whether you want an outdoor wedding with just a handful of people or you need a block of rooms and a...
Read More...When it comes time to book a hotel in the Upcountry, you’ve got plenty of choices. Downtown Greenville properties feature luxurious accents, and the location can’t be beat—everything is within walking distance. Throughout the...
Read More...You've found the perfect site to plan your next Upcountry South Carolina vacation. The northwest corner of South Carolina is tucked into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and includes Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Oconee, Pickens and Spartanburg Counties. Conveniently located between Charlotte, NC and Atlanta, GA, the Upcountry is an ideal choice for a great getaway.
We've compiled some great ideas on things to do when you visit the upstate of South Carolina. Whether you're interested in history, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, the arts or shopping, the Upcountry has something for you. You'll also find plenty of festivals and special events, golf courses, great restaurants and wonderful hotels, cabins, bed & breakfasts and vacation rentals! With our interactive Visitors Guide, maps and itineraries, we make it easy for you to pack your suitcase and begin to explore this beautiful area.