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3. Explore local waterfalls.
In a region marked by exceptional beauty, the Issaqueena Falls
and Yellow Branch Falls are surely standouts. Whether you are
looking for the perfect spot to capture a stunning photo or just
seeking a scenic hike, either of these locations will allow you to
create memories to cherish and photos to treasure.
4. Explore downtown Clemson.
If you are looking for a quintessentially charming Southern
town, look no further than downtown Clemson. Stroll through
charming downtown for boutique shopping and a variety of
Southern-style restaurants and cafes. Visit the local galleries
or catch a performance at Clemson’s Brooks Center for
THINGS TO DO IN THE the Performing Arts. Whether you spend an hour or a day,
downtown Clemson is definitely worth a visit.
CLEMSON AREA 5. Head to Lake Keowee & Lake Jocassee.
While Lake Hartwell gets the spotlight, don’t overlook Lake
In the Clemson Area of South Carolina, you’ll find a variety of Keowee and Lake Jocassee. Keowee is known for its clear
activities that cater to outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and waters, perfect for boating, fishing, and picnicking. For a more
those seeking a relaxed, small-town experience. If you have a few secluded spot, visit Lake Jocassee. Its crystal-clear waters are
days to spend in the area, here are some of the top things to do. ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, and exploring from Devils
Fork State Park.
1. Explore Lake Hartwell. gardens, and an arboretum. The gardens are
Lake Hartwell is the heart of the Clemson Area. free and open to the public year round from
This vast 50,000-acre reservoir offers ample sunrise to sunset.

opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, In addition to the Botanical Gardens, Clemson is
and paddleboarding. You can access the lake home to Fort Hill Plantation. Once the residence
from parks like Twelve Mile Recreation Area of John C. Calhoun, an American statesman
or Mountain View Park. If you are looking and political theorist who served as the seventh
to experience the lake at a less active, more vice president of the United States, this historic
leisurely pace, take advantage of the scenic plantation provides a glimpse into Southern life
lakeside views for a relaxing picnic or swim. in the 19th century.

2. Visit the Clemson University campus. If you’d like to get your heart rate up, head for
Clemson University isn’t just one of the nation’s the Clemson Experimental Forest. This 17,500-
most respected public research institutions, it acre forest offers more than 105 miles of trails
is also a great place for a day’s outing. One of for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding,
the biggest attractions is the South Carolina and wildlife observation. The trails vary in
Botanical Gardens, a beautiful 295-acre difficulty, making it a great spot for all outdoor
expanse that includes nature trails, themed adventure levels.

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