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The Upcountry & Lake Hartwell Country
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The Upcountry & Lake Hartwell Country
Mountain Rest
Mountains
Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this is the only trout hatchery in South Carolina. Some 150,000 pounds of rainbow, brown and brook trout are raised here each year for stocking mountain streams and lakes. Open daily 8am-4pm. Read More
Mountain Rest
Mountains
Hidden Falls can sometimes be a trickle or a real waterfall but drops about 50 feet over rock ledges. Although in the Sumter National Forest, it is a moderate 2.1 mile hike from the Foothills Trail trailhead at Oconee State Park. Read More
Mountain Rest
Mountains
Spoonauger Falls runs down a stepped rock face in a broad sheet. The 50 foot falls is one of the more popular (and camera friendly) in this neck of the Chattooga River watershed. It is an easy 20 minute, 1/2 mile hike in the Sumter National Forest. Read More
Seneca
Mountains
Celebrate July 4th at Clemsonfest! There will be children’s activities, music, dance, water fun, food and fireworks. Read More
Walhalla
Mountains
Lakes, mountains, rivers and waterfalls all located in the Mountain Lakes region of Oconee County, SC. There are three major lakes (Jocassee, Keowee, Hartwell), beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, the wild and scenic Chattooga River and over 300 waterfalls.... Read More
Walhalla
Mountains
Enjoy a selection of fabulous wines, craft beers and ciders in a casual and comfortable atmosphere. Read More