Oconee County, SC

South Carolina

Oconee County
Oconee County
Oconee County
Photo by Deidree DeHart
Photo by Deidree DeHart
Photo by Deidree DeHart
Photo by Deidree DeHart

Popular cities in Oconee County

Located about 7 miles northwest of Walhalla on Hyw 28, the 1,617 foot long Stumphouse Tunnel is an oddity. Started in 1852 to connect Charleston to Knoxville and eventually on to Cincinnati, the Civil War—and lack of funds—brought construction to a halt. While there were various efforts by the Blue Ridge Railroad to revive the tunnel, none of them came to pass and it stands today as a monument to the efforts of pre-Civil War engineering.
Walhalla
Known for Friendly people and Art
Trip time! Discover the art in Walhalla.

Reasons to visit

  • Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel
  • Oconee Station State Historic Site
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Lake Jocassee, the gorgeous blue heart of the Jocassee Gorges, is actually a man-made lake. It was created when the Jocassee Dam was built in 1973. ... flooding the town. Attakulla Lodge, an old hotel, is still standing at the bottom of Lake Jocassee, under 300 feet of water. You can dive here and see a gas station and the cemetery.
Salem
Known for Lakes, Mountains and Waterfalls
Escape to Salem! Enjoy its lake views, waterfalls, and golf.

Reasons to visit

  • Devils Fork State Park
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Floating dock with diving board.
Mountain Rest
Known for Nature and Natural parks
Explore Mountain Rest: its natural setting and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Oconee State Park
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View from the dike in Clemson, SC. This trail is used by runners, bikers, and lots of dog walkers.
Seneca
Known for Lakes, Family-friendly and Universities
Escape to Seneca! Enjoy its sports, lake views, and university life.
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Fair Play
Fair Play
Known for Lakes, Marinas and Ports
Trip time! Discover the lake views and natural setting in relaxing Fair Play.
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One of my favorite places. View a video guide of it here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/riley-moore-falls #waterfall
Westminster
Known for Football, Budget and Sports
Escape to Westminster! Enjoy its football, art, and natural setting.
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