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The Greenville Zoo has over 100 species on exhibit and is one of the top family attractions in the upstate of South Carolina. The zoo's education department annually serves over 20,000 students.
Address: 150 Cleveland Park Drive Greenville SC 29601
 Send an Email (13)  1 864 467-4300
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Located in Ninety Six, about 10 miles east of Greenwood, the Lake Greenwood Recreation Area is comprised of 914 acres on five different peninsulas. Due to this environment, there are 212 miles of shoreline fishing available at this park. Camping and picnic facilities are also available.
Address: 302 State Park Road Ninety Six SC USA 29666
1 864 543-3535
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Musgrove Mill State Historic Site commemorates the American Civil War and local combatants from South Carolina. The aim of this park is to educate visitors on the role that South Carolina played in the development of the United States.
Address: 398 State Park Road Clinton SC USA 29325
1 864 938-0100
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Located roughly 15 miles south of Abbeville, Baker Street State Park provides easy access to Lake Thurmond and all the water-based activities it offers. Camping, biking and hiking are also popular activities at this park.
Address: Route 3 McCormick SC USA 29835
1 864 443-2457
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Two historic structures can be seen at Oconee Station: a blockhouse fort and a two story residence that is known as the William Richards House. Listed on the National Historic Register, this park is comprised of 210 acres.
Address: 500 Oconee Station Road Walhalla SC USA 29691
1 864 638-0079
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Jones Gap is located in Marietta, about seven miles northwest of Travelers Rest, SC. This park is part of the 10,000-acre Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area, and offers trailside camping as well as an Education Center that will show hikers what natural highlights can be enjoyed in the area.
Address: 303 Jones Gap Road Marietta SC USA 29661
1 864 836-3647
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A museum at the Keowee-Toxaway State Natural Area relates the history of the Cherokee Indians in the area and their encounter with the Europeans who first settled in South Carolina. There is also a large cabin overlooking Lake Keowee that is available to rent.
Address: 108 Residence Drive Sunset SC USA 29685
1 864 868-2605
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Water sports and wildlife photgraphy are two of the more popular activities at this recreation area. Located in Anderson, SC, this 395-acre park also has facilities for picnicking and hiking, and a boat launch that accesses the 56,000-acre Hartwell Lake.
Address: 940 Sadlers Creek Road Anderson SC USA 29626
1 864 226-8950
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Calhoun Falls is located about 15 miles southwest of Abbeville, SC. On the shore of one of South Carolina's most popular fishing lakes, this park also offers camping, picnic areas, tennis court and seasonal swimming facility.
Address: 46 Maintenance Shop Road Calhoun Falls SC USA 29628
1 864 447-8267
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Located nearly 30 miles south of Abbevile, SC, Hamilton Branch offers visitors a 731-acre peninsula that highlights the natural beauty of the Savannah Valley. Opportunities for shoreline fishing are abundant at this park, and camping is available for those who wish to extend their stay.
Address: Route 1 Plum Branch SC USA 29845
1 864 333-2223
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There is a variety of wildlife and plants to observe at the Croft State Natural Area. Hiking and equestrian facilities are available as well at this 7,054-acre park.
Address: 450 Croft State Park Road Spartanburg SC USA 29302
1 864 585-1283
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Dreher Island is situated on Lake Murray, nearly 20 miles south of Newberry, SC. The park consists of three separate islands that are linked to the mainland by a causeway. Water sports and activities are the main draw for visitors to this park.
Address: 3677 State Park Road Prosperity SC USA 29127
1 803 364-4152
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Located on the edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment, visitors who enjoy outdoor activities will find much to do at Table Rock State Park. This 3,083-acre park offers hiking trails, two lakes, a campground and mounatin cabins that can be rented.
Address: 158 East Ellison Lane Pickens SC USA 29671
1 864 878-9813
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A lake comprises 160 acres of this 523-acre park in Chester, SC. Camping and picnicking are popular activities here. Archery is another attraction, as is the opportunity to photograph the South Carolina wilderness.
Address: 759 State Park Drive Chester SC USA 29706
1 803 385-2680
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This park is located next to Kings Mountain National Military Park, a Revolutionary War battle site. Hiking and fishing are popular activities, and jon boats are available to rent for visitors who want to fish from the lake.
Address: 1277 Park Road Blacksburg SC USA 29702
1 803 222-3209
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Caesars Head State Park can be found 12 miles northwest of Travelers Rest, SC. Hiking is the primary draw for visitors to this park; there are over 50 miles of marked trails ranging from easy to strenuous.
Address: 8155 Greer Highway Cleveland SC USA 29635
1 864 836-6115
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Hickory Knob State Resort Park is found about 25 miles south of Abbeville, SC. Covering 1,091 acres along Strom Thurmond Lake, this is the only park of it's kind in the South Carolina State Park system. Activities at this park include golf, tennis, hiking, biking, archery and a skeet shooting facility. There is a motel and cabins for visitors who wish to stay and explore.
Address: Route 4 McCormick SC USA 29835
1 864 391-2450
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Landsford Canal can be found about eight miles east of Rock Hill, SC. Home to what is billed as the best preserved 19th century river canal in the state, this 460-acre park also features other historical sites along with interpretive signs to aid visitors in better understanding the local history.
Address: 2051 Park Drive Catawba SC USA 29704
1 803 789-5800
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Lake Hartwell's information center displays a variety of fishing tackle as well as a fly rod used by Theodore Roosevelt, giving visitors a good idea of what the most popular activity is at this park. Lake Hartwell has 962 miles of shoreline, 14 of which is accessible from this recreation area.
Address: 19138-A Highway 11 South Fair Play SC USA 29643
1 864 972-3352
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Enjoy camping, hiking and horseback riding within Kings Mountain National Military Park. The park commemorates a Revolutionary War battle site where American Patriots defeated American Loyalists.
Address: 2625 Park Rd. Blacksburg SC USA 29702
Send an Email 1 864 936-7921
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