photo of Little River

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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Plan a Couples Weekend of Outdoor Adventure

Travel writer, Anna Cook, has tips for planning a weekend getaway that adventure loving couples are sure to enjoy!
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Possum Creek Trail

A great hike if you're in Long Creek! Officially known as the "Opossum Creek Trail", it's 2.2 miles each way and leads to waterfalls and a sandy beach along the Chattooga River.
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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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5 Top December Activities

Suggestions for festive and fun ways to enjoy the area if you're visiting Oconee in December.
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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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Ross Mountain Passage is Open!

The Ross Mountain Passage is the 30th passage to be completed along the 500-mile Palmetto Trail!
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Footloose on the Foothills Trail

Main trail + spur trails offer backcountry adventures with public access to waterfalls, overlooks, campsites, and breathtaking beauty!
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Destination Oconee: Issaqueena Falls

Issaqueena Falls is one of Oconee County's most popular destinations. You can access the falls from inside Stumphouse Park off of Highway 28.
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Romance in Salem, SC

Help For Planning You’re Visit to Salem: Make it a date to remember Outdoors with Jocassee Lake Tours Lake Jocassee on a Budget Jocassee Adventures Fall on Lake Jocassee Loon Research on Lake Jocassee Oconee Bell Blooms Here! Tips For Heading to Salem, SC The only public access onto Lake Jocassee is through Devils Fork

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Take It Easy in Mountain Rest

Visit Mountain Rest, SC to get away from your everyday and surround yourself with forest wonders!
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Jocassee Gorges: Destination of a Lifetime!

Nearly a decade after Jocassee Gorges was named a "Destination of a Lifetime" by National Geographic, this area remains worthy of distinction and offers nature lovers a spectacular place to visit!
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