Hawk Watch!
August 31, 2026
Here’s an opportunity to see thousands of large raptors in a spectacular setting. These birds
Category: Nature/Outdoors
Best State Parks to View Fall Color
October 29, 2025
The State Parks located in the Upcountry of South Carolina are ideal for viewing fall
Fall Foliage Report
October 6, 2025
Soon we will be fascinated with the beautiful colors that the season brings. Ranger Ashley
Falling for Leaf Peeping in the Upcountry
October 1, 2025
From the mountains near the North Carolina border off of Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Byway
Fall Foliage in Upcountry South Carolina
September 8, 2025
The Upcountry’s mountainous terrain is the perfect region to view the fall leaves. There are
Where to find Peaches in the Upcountry
July 5, 2025
Let’s set the record straight: the Gaffney Peachoid was famous before the 135-foot water tower appeared in
Best Hidden Upcountry Lake Spots To Explore
June 16, 2025
We’ve gathered some of the most popular places for off-the-beaten-path splashing from three counties, including
Turning To Victory: The Revolutionary War Was Won Here
February 23, 2024
Home to key victories of The Revolutionary War, Upcountry South Carolina played an integral role
Podcast-An Insider’s Guide to Highway 11
August 18, 2022
Joe Mullinax appears on the Carolina Traveler to give an insider’s guide to Scenic Highway
5 of the Best Hiking Trails in South Carolina
February 16, 2022
Whether you’re looking for easy terrain to take your kids hiking or rugged mountain wilderness
Electric Motorcycle Tour
September 2, 2021
The world’s first electric motorcycle tour company is in Long Creek, SC. Founded in 2020,
Horseback Waterfall Tours offers a different view of the great outdoors
September 2, 2020
Of all the ways to see the Upcountry’s most rugged and scenic spots, including the