Posted in South Carolina
March 03, 2021
The Ultimate South Carolina Hidden Gem Road Trip Will Take You To 9 Incredible Little-Known Spots In The State
Hit the road this year to discover some wonderful hidden gems throughout the Palmetto State. Load up the car and take a drive around the state to discover everything from an underrated state park to a hidden botanical garden, an out-of-the-way zoo, an aviation-themed kids playground, and more.
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Take an easy and short hike to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in all of South Carolina. Learn more about this three-mile hike here.

Feast on freshly made cinnamon rolls as big as your head at this Amish bakery in South Carolina. It also serves lunch! Find out more here.

Bring the little ones to play at this little-known park next to a small airport in Greenville. Watch small planes land and take off all day long. Learn more at this link.

Journey over to Kings Mountain to discover a highly underrated state park that features loads of history and mountainous terrain, including a history of volanoes, to explore. Read all about it here.

Are you brave enough to take on the swinging bridges of this canopy walk suspended in the tree tops at this county park? There's only one way to find out... Learn more here.

You'll go wild for this private, 65-acre botanical garden in the heart of the Pee Dee that opens frequently for special events open to the public. Keep your eyes peeled for the next event! Learn more about it here.

Visit this little-known drive-through safari way out in the country in South Carolina. The whole family will enjoy this fun adventure! Learn more here.

In late winter and early spring each year, this flower farm comes to life with bright yellow blooms. Spend a morning picking your own daffodils! Learn more here.

Head to this 60-acre swamp garden to explore the lush gardens, a butterfly house, and more. Learn all about it right here.
How many of these amazing hidden gems have you already discovered?
For another must-do road trip in South Carolina: The Lighthouse Road Trip In South Carolina That’s Dreamily Beautiful.
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