Posted in South Carolina National & State Parks, Nature April 26, 2022 by

The Most Beautiful View In America Is Right Here In South Carolina… And It Isn’t Jocasee Gorges

Calling all nature lovers! An invitation to enjoy the most beautiful view in America awaits, along with fishing, hiking, and exploring wildlife. You’ll find all that and more at Caesars Head State Park in Cleveland, South Carolina. The park is well-maintained from the visitor’s center to the trails, offering a memorable experience for everyone — younger and older alike.

Caesars Head State Park, in northern Greenville County, borders Transylvania County, North Carolina. It is a part of the 11,000-acre Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area.
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Detailed trail maps are for sale at the park headquarters. The following is the list of trails offered at the park: Bill Kimball, 2.1 miles; Coldspring Branch, 2.6 miles; Coldspring Connector, 0.5-mile; Dismal 1.5 miles; Falls Creek, 1.7 miles; Frank Coggins, 1.9 miles; John Sloan, 0.9-mile; Naturaland Trust, 5.8 miles; Pinnacle Pass, 10 miles; Raven Cliff Falls, 2 miles; Rim of the Gap, 4.3 miles; and Tom Miller, 0.7-mile.
The park is named for this breathtaking overlook, The Caesars Head. It is a dramatic stone outcropping sitting on top of the Blue Ridge Escarpment.
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The summit has an elevation of 3,215 feet.
Folks enjoy taking in the panoramic beauty of this long, steep slope, if you dare.
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And while you're gazing at the magnificence before you, don't forget to watch for the vast variety of birds. Here is a collaborative website for counting observed species.
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Sing in the spring while observing 167 species on the park checklist. Participate in International Migratory Bird Day, May 14, or the annual Hawk Watch Program during hawk migration at the main overlook. Some of the amazing migrating raptors include falcons, hawks, and eagles.
From the beginner to the expert, this is the place where hikers can choose trails ranging from easy to challenging.
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Enjoy the 100-foot waterfalls, giant boulders, and sheer rock cliffs all in one place.
These trails travel through Caesars Head and the adjoining Jones Gap state parks.
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Find interesting views at every turn...
...Such as this little critter, creating an interesting contrast while enjoying a day in the woods.
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Here hikers will find this suspension bridge over Matthews Creek Gorge.
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Raven Cliff Falls Trail is one of the most popular at Caesars Head State Park. Why? Because it leads to one of the most beautiful views in the park— Raven Cliff Falls.
The two-mile Raven Cliff Falls Trail offers a stunning view of one of South Carolina's biggest and most beautiful waterfalls.
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And fishing fans, more water fun is available. A valid South Carolina fishing license is required to drop lines in the Middle Saluda River and Matthews and Julian Creeks for brown, rainbow, and brook trout.
This exciting fall view, possibly the most beautiful view in America, awaits visitors to the wilderness in autumn.
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Any time of year, take advantage of this amazing natural resource. The park is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

Do you have what it takes to become an Ultimate Outsider? This program invites visitors to collect a stamp at each of the 47 South Carolina state parks. Once a verification form is completed at the last park you visit, a park ranger will submit your name to receive a free Ultimate Outsider t-shirt in the mail. Make a commitment, and start your journey today. Imagine the memories and the photo albums you will create by visiting every state park in South Carolina. 

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