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National & State Parks

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Hamilton Branch State Park

For a quiet, laid back lakefront experience, this state park and nearby small town make for a winning combo.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jun 17
Highway next to a green sign that says "McCormick 7" under a blue sky.
Nature

Skip the Hikes and Try This South Carolina Bike Trail Instead

by Molly Harris
on May 27
Bike parked in front of a rabbit sculpture along the Swamp Rabbit Trail in South Carolina
Nature

The Small-Town State Park in South Carolina Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

by Jackie Sutherlin
on May 16
A boardwalk trail leading toward the cabins at Barnwell State Park in South Carolina.
Nature

Seeing This State Park Park After Dark Is Better Than Daytime

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Apr 16
A woman with a telescope looks up at the Milky Way.
Nature

5 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in South Carolina for a Spring Hike

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Apr 8
A spring hike in Hampton Park in Charleston, South Carolina.

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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

3 Places in South Carolina That Are Like a Caribbean Paradise in the Summer

These Caribbean-like places in South Carolina offer the chance to soak up the sun without the large crowds.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Apr 4
The sunset meets the Crystal-clear waters at Hilton Head in South Carolina
Nature

Lake Jocassee in South Carolina Has Clear Waters That Rival the Caribbean

Here's why a spring-fed mountain lake could give the Caribbean a run for its money.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Mar 27
Aerial view of the stunning turquoise water over Lake Jocassee SC
Nature

You Can Hike in Two States in One Day on This South Carolina Trail

This 10-mile trail lets you hike two states at once in South Carolina and North Carolina and leads you to one of the most amazing waterfalls in the country.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Feb 27
Whitewater Falls, the tallest waterfall in North Carolina.
Nature

Don’t Try This One Hike in South Carolina If You’re Afraid of Heights

Whether you’re looking to level up your hiking game or want to experience a summit view for yourself, the Table Rock Trail is one of the most extreme hikes in South Carolina, and there are a few things you should know before attempting it.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jan 15
A hiker sits on the edge of a granite cliff overlooking Table Rock State Park in South Carolina.
Nature
Hiking

Find 6 Bucket-List-Level Views in South Carolina Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

These six trails offer bucket-list views of South Carolina without a lengthy time commitment.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jan 1
Sunrise over a beach in South Carolina