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AMAZING OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS

Sassafras Mountain public and free of charge, 365 days a
Sassafras Mountain in Pickens County, year, from sunrise to sunset to provide
the highest point in South Carolina, sits education and enjoyment for all.
3,553 feet above sea level on the border
with North Carolina and is also on the The SCBG experience includes 10,000+
Eastern Continental Divide. The state’s plant species, nearly four miles of trails,
77-mile Foothills Trail passes over the top the Heritage Gardens, historic Camellia
of Sassafras on its journey between Table Garden, Natural Heritage Garden,
Rock and Oconee State Park. Schoenike Arboretum, Desert Garden,
Fran Hanson Visitor’s Center, Fuller Art
A scenic overlook platform at the parking Gallery, Bob Campbell Geology Museum,
area offers views of South Carolina, Hayden Conference Center, historic
North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee
on clear days. A short walk to the top Hanover House, and historic Hunt Cabin.
of the mountain rewards visitors with Please check the website to inquire
360-degree views of the surrounding about hours for some facilities.
Blue Ridge Mountains. 150 Discovery Ln., Clemson, SC 29634
864.656.3405
South Carolina clemson.edu/scbg/index.html
Botanical Garden
The South Carolina Botanical Garden
(SCBG) is a 295-acre property with
beautiful gardens, stunning landscapes,
and miles of streams and nature
trails. The SCBG is also an official
American Hosta Society Display
Garden. On the campus of Clemson
University, the Garden is open to the