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The area has more to offer than you might think!

Our offices and visitor center have relocated to 224 East Main Street in Walhalla, SC. Come visit us!

Mountainous terrain with lush forest and wide river crossings that are enjoyable for horses and riders looking for a wilderness backcountry experience.

New Hotel in Seneca!

Fairfield Inn & Suites has 102 rooms, meeting room, fitness center, outdoor pool and bonus: it overlooks Lake Keowee!

Get out and visit your National Forest!

We're blessed with tens of thousands of acres of protected forest land in the northern portions of Oconee County. See our top 5 picks for where to enjoy YOUR National Forest.

The Grill at Clemson Marina

Casual restaurant you can access by car or boat. It's located on the shores of Lake Hartwell, which separates Oconee County from neighboring Pickens County.

Improved Trails to Brasstown Falls

One of Oconee's most visited waterfall trails has undergone major improvements including: viewing platforms, lots of steps and a bridge over the creek.

Chattooga canoe discovery

Seventeen years after a Native American canoe was discovered in the Chattooga River, a second dugout canoe has been found.

Discover Oconee: The Blue Wall

Insight about nature and seasonal occurrences along the Southern Blue Ridge Escarpment a.k.a. the Blue Wall

50th year of “Deliverance”

The filming of Deliverance generated public interest and resulted in political decisions that permanently protected one of our most treasured natural places--the Chattooga River.

Summer intern rafts Chattooga River