
Blacksburg Welcome Center
The Upcountry
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The Upcountry
Blacksburg
Mountains
On Oct. 7, 1780, a group of Patriot militia from what is now Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Georgia defeated British Major Patrick Ferguson and his band of Loyalist forces. Historians consider the Battle of Kings Mountain the... Read More
Gaffney
Mountains
Without a doubt, the best known, most photographed water tank in the USA. It is painted to match the kind of peaches grown in Cherokee County using 20 colors and 50 gallons of paint. Read More
Blacksburg
Mountains
Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week, the Blacksburg Welcome Center is strategically located along I-85 Southbound. This Welcome Center offers many great FREE services including: travel information; brochures on exciting destinations in South... Read More
Gaffney
Mountains
In-season peaches, watermelon and cantaloupes available June through September. Read More
Gaffney
Mountains
Located on the site of the historic mustering grounds of the SC Militia, the Cherokee County History and Arts Museum traces the history and cultural development of Cherokee County, S.C. Permanent exhibits focus on geology, Native Americans, the... Read More
Blacksburg
Mountains
We can't wait to welcome you to South Carolina Thursday, May 8th at the SC Welcome Center at Blacksburg as we celebrate National Tourism Week! As you pull into our parking area just across the state line from I-85 S from NC you will discover our grand... Read More