The Cops & Robbers Crown Vic Showdown is coming to Travelers Rest Speedway on August 14–15, featuring retired police-style Crown Victoria race cars battling for a $5,000 winner’s prize. Here’s what fans need to know before race weekend.
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.
Planning a trip to Pumpkintown, South Carolina? Discover everything this charming mountain community has to offer, from Table Rock State Park and scenic waterfalls to hiking trails, local history, family attractions, restaurants, and hidden gems. This complete visitor guide is your starting point for exploring the best of the Upstate.
Planning a trip to the Upstate of South Carolina? Choosing the right airport can save you hours of driving and get your adventure started sooner. This local guide compares Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP), Asheville (AVL), Charlotte (CLT), and Atlanta (ATL), helping you decide which airport is best for visiting Greenville, Table Rock State Park, Clemson, Lake Jocassee, and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Planning to attend the 2026 Pumpkintown Fall Festival? Our complete visitor’s guide includes the festival date, location, parking tips, vendor information, family activities, nearby attractions, and everything you need to enjoy one of the Upstate’s favorite fall traditions while supporting the Pumpkintown Fire Department.
An 1861 map based on the 1860 U.S. Census offers a fascinating look at slavery in the South Carolina Upstate. While coastal counties were dominated by large plantations, Pickens, Greenville, and other Upstate counties followed a very different path, shaped by geography, agriculture, and smaller farms.
Add a touch of the Upstate to your home or vacation rental with this free printable Wi-Fi sign featuring Table Rock Mountain. Simply add your network name and password, print, and display for guests.
Discover why hiking is one of the healthiest activities you can do. From improving heart health and reducing stress to building strength and boosting mental well-being, every trail offers benefits for both body and mind.
Step back nearly 150 years and discover what life was like in Pickens County through the pages of the Pickens Sentinel published on July 11, 1878. This inaugural installment of our From the Pickens Sentinel Archives series explores dramatic front-page stories, a glimpse into education at Central High School, local politics, everyday life, historic advertisements, and the people who helped shape the Upstate we know today.
BridgeWay Station celebrated Independence Day with an evening of local vendors, food, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks display. Browse photos and highlights from one of the Upstate’s most unique Fourth of July celebrations.