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Waterfalls

There are over 300 recorded waterfalls in Oconee County – and each one is absolutely beautiful! For a listing of 25 accessible Waterfalls in Oconee County, go to the WATERFALLS section on our PLAY page. We want everyone to get out and enjoy the natural wonder of waterfalls, but it’s important to remember that you

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Spotlight on Walhalla Hammocks and Outdoors

Here's a look at one man's small-town business and the cool fabric creations he makes.
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A Day At Little River

A spot on the Little River is a great place for summer days and also a great fun option on a warm fall afternoon.
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Museum of the Cherokee in SC

Native American Culture There is evidence that pre-Cherokee cultures were in South Carolina 35,000 years ago! Cherokee Culture There were 27 Cherokee villages in what is known today as Oconee County. “Aequonee” in Cherokee means: beside the water. To the white man, the word is pronounced “Oconee”. Centuries ago, before there were lakes, ‘beside the

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Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail

Volunteer organization celebrates area heritage through artistic quilt panels that tell a story with color and design reflecting the timeless tradition of quilting.
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Curated Trip Ideas

Adventure travel writer offers curated tips for what to do, where to eat and stay during a visit to Oconee County, SC
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Outdoors with Jocassee Lake Tours

Fresh air, the great outdoors and a glorious experience on the lake! That’s what you can expect from one of our favorite tourism partners, Jocassee Lake Tours. Meet Brooks and Kay Wade, owner-operators of Jocassee Lake Tours Brooks and Kay came to Lake Jocassee to camp out. They fell in love with the area and

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Photo of Lake Jocassee from the air by Casey Shoub

Devils Fork State Park

Located in Salem, SC on the banks of Lake Jocassee, Devils Fork State Park it is the only public access point to Lake Jocassee.
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We Moved!

Our offices and visitor center have relocated to 224 East Main Street in Walhalla, SC. Come visit us!
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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.
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Discover Oconee: The Blue Wall

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