For generations, residents of Pumpkintown and the South Carolina Upstate have reported sightings of mysterious large cats in the mountains. Are mountain lions really roaming the forests around Table Rock and Jocassee, or is it simply another local legend? We explore the evidence, the sightings, and the mystery that refuses to disappear.
Download free printable coloring pages featuring Pumpkintown landmarks, waterfalls, hiking trails, historic sites, mountain scenery, and family-friendly adventures throughout the Upstate.
Located at the western end of the Doodle Trail, Pickens Doodle Park combines railroad history, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly attractions. With a train-themed playground, historic railroad exhibits, free parking, and direct access to one of the Upstate’s most popular trails, it is a must-visit destination in downtown Pickens.
From Cherokee chiefs and Revolutionary War heroes to natural springs, mountain legends, and pioneer families, many of the names found around Pumpkintown have fascinating origins. Discover the stories behind some of the most recognizable names in the Oolenoy Valley.
Dark clouds rolling over the mountains are a familiar sight in Pumpkintown. Discover why the foothills receive so much spring and summer rainfall and how these seasonal storms have shaped life in the Oolenoy Valley for generations.
Historic storefronts, local businesses, and small-town charm. Take a stroll through downtown Pickens and discover why this Upstate community remains one of South Carolina’s hidden gems.
Fresh from the fields of Pumpkintown! Pumpkintown Produce has become a favorite stop for locals and visitors seeking strawberries, tomatoes, watermelons, and other seasonal produce. Discover the story behind this charming roadside farm stand and the agricultural traditions it helps preserve in the Oolenoy Valley.
Most visitors come to Hagood Mill expecting to see a historic grist mill. Few realize they will also discover one of South Carolina’s most significant collections of prehistoric Native American rock carvings. Explore the history, heritage, and hidden treasures of this Upstate landmark.
Founded in 1795 and named for Cherokee Chief Woolenoy, Oolenoy Baptist Church has stood at the heart of the Pumpkintown community for more than 230 years. Its historic cemetery contains the graves of pioneer settlers, veterans, and generations of families who helped shape the Oolenoy Valley.
Why is it called Stool Mountain? The answer may be one of Pumpkintown’s oldest unsolved mysteries. Explore the legends, theories, and forgotten history behind one of the Upstate’s most unusual mountain names.