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  • Table Rock State Park Emergency Guide: Important Information Before You Hit the Trail
    Outdoor Recreation | Parks | Hiking | Table Rock State Park | Explore | State Parks

    Table Rock State Park Emergency Guide: Important Information Before You Hit the Trail

    Byphone June 11, 2026June 22, 2026

    Planning a visit to Table Rock State Park? Before you hit the trail, download this essential emergency guide. Learn where to find Wi-Fi, cell service, fuel, pharmacies, emergency medical care, and park assistance. Whether you’re hiking to the summit, camping for the weekend, or exploring the waterfalls, this guide provides important safety information, lost hiker tips, and key contacts that could prove invaluable when cell service is limited in the mountains. Save or print this guide before your adventure and explore Table Rock with confidence.

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  • The Vine That Ate the South: How Kudzu Changed the Landscape of Upstate South Carolina
    Outdoor Recreation | Plants | Explore

    The Vine That Ate the South: How Kudzu Changed the Landscape of Upstate South Carolina

    Byphone June 11, 2026July 4, 2026

    What looks like a peaceful green hillside may actually be a battle for survival. Introduced to America with good intentions, kudzu was once promoted as a solution to soil erosion across the South. Instead, it became one of the region’s most infamous invasive plants, swallowing forests, fence lines, abandoned farmsteads, and even entire buildings beneath a blanket of vines. Discover how “the vine that ate the South” transformed the landscape of Pickens County and why its legacy continues to shape the Upstate today.

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  • Sassafras Mountain: South Carolina’s Highest Point and One of Its Most Important Places
    Outdoor Recreation | Parks | Sassafras Mountain | Hiking | Explore

    Sassafras Mountain: South Carolina’s Highest Point and One of Its Most Important Places

    Byphone June 8, 2026June 22, 2026

    Discover Sassafras Mountain, the highest point in South Carolina, where breathtaking Blue Ridge views stretch for miles and a single raindrop can begin a journey to either the Atlantic Ocean or the Gulf of Mexico. Learn about the mountain’s unique geography, rich history, observation tower, wildlife, and why this Upstate landmark is one of the most fascinating places in the Southeast.

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  • The Ecusta Trail: A Historic Railroad Reborn as One of North Carolina’s Best Outdoor Destinations
    Ecusta Trail | Biking | Explore | Hendersonville

    The Ecusta Trail: A Historic Railroad Reborn as One of North Carolina’s Best Outdoor Destinations

    Byphone June 8, 2026June 22, 2026

    Discover the Ecusta Trail, a former railroad transformed into one of North Carolina’s newest outdoor destinations. Learn the history, best stops, bike rentals, and why this scenic Hendersonville trail is worth the drive from Pumpkintown.

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  • Where Can You Legally Ride a UTV Near Pumpkintown? A Local Guide to Off-Road Adventures
    Outdoor Recreation | Offroad Trails | ATV & UTV | Explore

    Where Can You Legally Ride a UTV Near Pumpkintown? A Local Guide to Off-Road Adventures

    Byphone June 8, 2026June 22, 2026

    Looking for a place to ride your UTV near Pumpkintown? While there are no public UTV trails around Table Rock State Park, several excellent off-road destinations are within a short drive, including Gulches, Wayehutta, and South Carolina’s public OHV trail systems.

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  • Poinsett Bridge Remains Closed: A Look at the Restoration of South Carolina’s Oldest Bridge
    Local History | Hiking | History & Heritage

    Poinsett Bridge Remains Closed: A Look at the Restoration of South Carolina’s Oldest Bridge

    Byphone June 8, 2026June 22, 2026

    Poinsett Bridge remains closed while restoration work continues beyond the original reopening date. We recently visited the site to see the progress and take a closer look at the preservation efforts underway on South Carolina’s oldest surviving bridge.

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  • 25 Fish Species Found Near Table Rock State Park
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    25 Fish Species Found Near Table Rock State Park

    Byphone June 7, 2026June 22, 2026

    Think the waters around Table Rock State Park only hold bass and trout? Think again. From colorful sunfish and native brook trout to trophy smallmouth bass, catfish, crappie, and even rare mountain stream species, the lakes, rivers, and creeks of the Upstate are home to an incredible variety of fish. Discover 25 fish species found near Table Rock State Park and learn where you’re most likely to catch them in Lake Jocassee, Lake Keowee, Lake Oolenoy, the Chattooga River, and beyond.

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  • Best Fishing Spots Near Table Rock State Park, SC: Complete Local Angler’s Guide
    Outdoor Recreation | Explore | Fishing

    Best Fishing Spots Near Table Rock State Park, SC: Complete Local Angler’s Guide

    Byphone June 7, 2026June 22, 2026

    Looking for the best fishing spots near Table Rock State Park? From the trout-filled waters of the Chattooga River and Little Eastatoee Creek to the bass-rich lakes of Jocassee, Keowee, and Oolenoy, the Upstate offers incredible fishing opportunities within minutes of the park. Whether you’re casting from shore, paddling a kayak, fly fishing a mountain stream, or chasing trophy bass, this guide highlights the top places to fish near Table Rock along with local tips, fish species, and access information to help you plan your next adventure.

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  • The Ultimate Fishing Guide to the Upstate Mountains of South Carolina
    Outdoor Recreation | Fishing | Explore

    The Ultimate Fishing Guide to the Upstate Mountains of South Carolina

    Byphone June 5, 2026July 5, 2026

    From trout-filled mountain streams to trophy bass lakes, discover the best fishing spots near Pumpkintown. Learn where to fish, the best times to go, important regulations, and local tips for success in the Upstate mountains.

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  • Stargazing Over Table Rock: One of South Carolina’s Best Night Sky Views
    Parks | Road Trips & Scenic Drives | Outdoor Recreation | Table Rock State Park | Explore | State Parks

    Stargazing Over Table Rock: One of South Carolina’s Best Night Sky Views

    Byphone June 5, 2026June 22, 2026

    As darkness settles over the Blue Ridge foothills, Table Rock transforms into one of South Carolina’s most beautiful stargazing destinations. Discover where to go, what you can see, and why the night skies above Pumpkintown continue to captivate visitors year after year.

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      • Highway 11
    • Gems
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      • Heritage Preserves
        • Bald Rock Heritage Preserve
        • Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve
      • Doodle Park
      • Jumping Off Rock
      • Campbell’s Covered Bridge
      • Pleasant Ridge Park
      • Sassafras Mountain
    • State Parks
      • Caesars Head State Park
      • Table Rock State Park
        • Emergency Information
        • Carrick Creek Trail
        • Pinnacle Lake
        • Stool Mountain
      • Paris Mountain State Park
        • Sulphur Springs Trail
      • Devils Fork State Park
        • Lake Jocassee
      • Jones Gap State Park
        • Jones Gap Falls Trail
        • Rainbow Falls Trail
        • Rainbow Falls
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      • Kids Corner
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