The Blue-Tailed Lizards of Pinnacle Mountain: Meet the Five-Lined Skink
A flash of electric blue caught our attention high along Pinnacle Mountain Trail. Meet the five-lined skink, one of Table Rock’s smallest, fastest and most colorful residents.
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Are Rock Overhangs and Picnic Shelters Safe During a Thunderstorm?
A rock overhang or picnic shelter might seem like the perfect place to escape a thunderstorm while hiking, but neither provides true protection from lightning. Here’s what Upstate hikers should know before the next surprise storm rolls in.
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Pinnacle Mountain Trail: The Summit Isn’t the Best Part
Pinnacle Mountain Trail at Table Rock State Park is a challenging 10-mile adventure filled with massive rock formations, incredible views of Table Rock and Pumpkintown, unexpected storms, wildlife, and an overgrown final stretch. The summit may be anticlimactic, but everything you encounter along the way makes this one of the Upstate’s most memorable hikes.
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When Will Fall Colors Peak in Pumpkintown, SC in 2026?
When will fall colors peak in Pumpkintown, SC? Our 2026 forecast points to late October and early November as the best time to catch brilliant fall color around Table Rock and the surrounding mountains.
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Mushrooms of Table Rock State Park: What You Might Find Along the Trail
Discover the mushrooms hiding along the trails of Table Rock State Park. From bright orange woodland mushrooms to towering fungi and turkey tails, see some of the fascinating species you might encounter after a warm summer rain.
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Construction Changes the Trailhead at Table Rock State Park: What Hikers Need to Know
Construction is underway near the Nature Center at Table Rock State Park, temporarily changing how hikers access the trails. Here’s what visitors need to know about the new deck project, Carrick Creek Falls improvements and temporary trail reroute.
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Meet One of the Upstate’s Brightest Wild Plants: American Pokeweed
Bright pink stems and clusters of deep purple berries make American pokeweed one of the Upstate’s most eye-catching native plants. Learn how to recognize this colorful woodland species on your next hike around Table Rock State Park.
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Meet One of the Upstate’s Hidden Gems: The Partridgeberry
Bright red berries tucked beneath the forest canopy make partridgeberry one of the Upstate’s most overlooked native plants. Learn how to identify this evergreen groundcover and where you’re most likely to find it on trails around Table Rock State Park.
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Bobcats Near Table Rock State Park: Why They’re More Common Than You Think
A quiet trail camera in a wooded neighborhood just outside Table Rock State Park captured an unexpected visitor—a wild bobcat. Meet “Bob” and discover why these elusive cats are more common in the Upstate than most people realize, where they live, and what to do if you’re lucky enough to spot one.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pumpkintown, South Carolina
Have questions about Pumpkintown, South Carolina? This guide answers the questions visitors ask most, from what Pumpkintown is known for and why it has its unique name to the best things to do, when to visit, and how to make the most of your trip to the Table Rock region.
