Attractions
East Main Street and South Street Historic Districts
These districts feature some of the finest homes in the county. Stately homes of over 8,000 square feet share these streets with beautiful southern bungalows. East Main St. is Bus. SC Hwy. 49, South St. is located one block south of Main St. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Ebenezer Park
Rock Hill, SC 29732
This is a county-maintained park located on the shores of Lake Wylie. Offers camping, picnic areas, swimming fishing and boating (boat ramps closed for renovations until Spring 2020). 69 fully equipped campsites (advanced reservations accepted). Reservations are also recommended for the five picnic shelters. Open from daylight to dusk, Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day with lifeguard on duty, 11 am-6 pm, A daily parking pass is required. I-77, exit 82-C.
Fairfield County Courthouse and Town Clock
Winnsboro, SC 29180
Robert Mills, the first native born, professionally trained architect in the US, designed the Fairfield County Courthouse (c. 1823). Across from the Greek Revival structure, stands Winnsboro's Town Clock, which is thought to be the longest continuously running town clock in America. Downtown Winnsboro National Historic District.
Fairfield County Museum
The museum is a three-story 1830 Federal-style former home and ladies’ boarding school that was run by Catharine Ladd (1850-1870). Now a museum of local history, it houses collections spanning the area’s pre-history up until the early 20th century. Please call for information on current and upcoming programs. Genealogical records are located on the 2nd floor. Free admission. Open for tours: Mon–Fri: 10 am–5 pm, Sat: 10 am--2 pm. I-77, exit 34 or 48. Address mail to P.O. Box 6, Winnsboro, SC 29180. Follow the museum on FaceBook, also. Check out the film series based on the museum’s award-winning oral history project here.
Fort Mill Art Guild
Fort Mill, SC 29708
The guild is dedicated to providing arts education to the community, encouraging and mentoring beginning artists, as well as promoting and providing opportunities for professional artists.
Fountain Park
This park features an animated, interactive fountain, a central green space and a small outdoor performance venue suitable for small public events.
Garner Creek Backcountry Campsite
Blacksburg, SC 29702
A three (3) mile hike is required to access this facility. Visitors must obtain a permit (free) from the visitor center before using the site. It is first come first served, no reservations will be taken. Registration is required. Site holds 10-12 people. Located within the Kings Mountain National Military Park. The adjoining Kings Mountain State Park has a 116 site campground that is open year round, offering tent, RV and group sites.
Gaston Farm Road Equestrian Center
Chester, SC 29706
This center, home of the Palmetto Paso Finos, offers a monthly open horse show on the first Saturday of each month, April-November. The center is available for riding lessons (beginner to advanced), guided trail rides, year ‘round camps, training and clinics. It can also be rented for birthay and church parties, weddings and receptions. 1.5 miles off I-77, exit 65.
Gettys Art Center
This center is a true arts destination for York County as it is home to offices of the Arts Council of York County, the Rock Hill Pottery Center, Downtown Artistry, Style Recycled, Hill City Church, and artist studios. Concerts are often held in the renovated historic courtroom on the second floor. It’s the perfect place to host receptions, meetings, or other special occasions. The center is managed by the Arts Council of York County, and is located in the Downtown Rock Hill Cultural District.
Glencairn Garden
Rock Hill, SC 29730
Eleven acres of fountains, lily ponds and paths wind through azaleas, dogwoods, wisteria, and many other beautiful flowers, shrubs and trees. This four season garden is the focal point for Rock Hill’s Annual Come-See-Me Festival, and other annual events. Other features at Glencairn include the Veterans Garden and Memorial, the Victory Garden and the Children's Garden. Open during daylight hours. I-77, exit 79. Turn west towards downtown & follow signs.
Goodale State Park
Cypress trees line the spring-fed lake which offers boating and fishing. The park features a nature trail and canoe trail, which gives the visitor an excellent opportunity to view the native flora and fauna. Picnic shelters, tables, playground equipment and a meeting facility available. Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife. 9am–6pm daily. Winter hours of operation: Fri-Sun: 9am--6pm, December 1--March 14. Office hours : 11am--noon, daily. Free park admission.
H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area
Covering 7,000 rolling acres of longleaf pine forest and fields, this state park is the setting for national-level field trial and retriever competitions. H. Cooper Black is one of the most equestrian-friendly parks, with more than 20 miles of trails and sand roads offering top South Carolina horseback riding and an ample number of equestrian facilities including stables, kennels, corrals and arenas. Other amenities include a meeting hall, waterfowl pond and 27 H. Cooper Black camping sites, complete with water and electrical hookups so you can bring your RV. Camping is also available in a number of primitive campsites.
Historic Boykin
Rembert, SC 29128
Take a step back in time with a visit to the Boykin Mill Pond community where grain is ground at the restored mill or watch as brooms are hand-made on 100 year-old original equipment at the Broom Place. Home of the Battle of Boykin’s Mill, this location has been named one of the top 10 Carolinas’ Civil War sites by Clint Johnson in his book, “Touring the Carolinas’ Civil War Sites”. Nearby is Swift Creek Baptist Church where generations of worshippers lifted their voices in prayer and Boykin Mill Store. Groups welcome and tours available.
Historic Brattonsville
McConnells, SC 29726
This site features over thirty colonial and antebellum structures, including two house museums. The plantation spreads over 800-acres and includes farmed land with heritage breed animals, a Revolutionary War battlefield site with interpretive trail, and a nature preserve with miles of walking trails. Seasonal events, reenactments, and living history programs interpret life in the Carolina Backcountry from the 1750s to the 1850s. Award-winning African American programs are an essential part of telling the story of the Carolina Piedmont. Also a site on the SC Ag + Art Tour. Open Tues–Sat: 10 am–5 pm and Sun: 1–5 pm, except New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Admission is charged. Limited handicap accessibility. I-77, exit 82-B.
Historic Camden
Camden, SC 29020
The Historic Camden Foundation is a private 501(c)3 non-profit museum whose mission is to protect, preserve, and celebrate Camden’s extraordinary Colonial and Revolutionary War history. 107 acres sit atop the original 18th-century property of the city’s founder Joseph Kershaw and the fortified Revolutionary War-era town occupied by British General Cornwallis and Lord Rawdon’s men from 1780-81. General admission and self-guided tour prices are available on the website. Hours are Tue-Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 1-5pm. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Guided tours at 10:30am and 2:30pm.
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