Outdoors

This is the site where Gen. Sumter defeated the hated Col. Banastre Tarleton. This large battle was important for lifting backcountry morale and for encouraging Gen. Greene to send Continentals into the region, who two months later turned the tide of the Revolutionary War at Cowpens. Situated along the Tyger River in Union County, this beautiful property is home to a 2.5-mile segment of the Palmetto Trail that provides tremendous recreation potential along the river. Open daily from dawn until dusk.

Situated on 2,600 wooded acres of land, this unique family ATV, UTV and dirt bike riding park is the largest in the southeast. There is over 100 miles of ATV and single track trails of varying degrees of difficulty from “Green” nature trails to “Blue” trails for more experienced riders to “Black Diamond” trails to stand even the most seasoned rider’s hair on end! Also features a Motocross Area designed by Dirt Wurx U.S.A. that features a Championship Motocross course, a Vintage course for ATV competitors that love the “air time” and the thrills and chills of competition, plus an Enduro Course that challenges the skills and stamina of even the best of the best. The Welcome Center features wide verandas, swings, and rocking chairs, fans to keep cool, fireplaces for warmth, and Internet access. Horseback riding, log cabin rentals, a shower house,  and more.  (I-77, exit 46).

With its 68 acres, the park includes a 1.5 mile lighted walking, jogging, bicycle trail, picnic and playground areas, five softball and five multi-purpose fields which attract state and national tournaments. I-77, exit 82-B.

A world class 100 acre motocross training facility located in Chesterfield County with multiple outdoor and supercross tracks for the serious racers from all over the world. On site you will find a workshop with bike storage and a personal work area, full time mechanic, housing, full RV hookups with concrete pads, fully equipped fitness center designed with motocross racers in mind, schooling assistance, and recreational fun. Camps and programs range from one week to full time to fit the needs of the students (11 to 20+ years). Staff are experts in their fields to “assist the aspiring professional racer all the tools needed to succeed”.

This newly opened outdoor amphitheater, near the (Anne Spings Close) greenway’s Dairy Barn offers another opportunity for the site’s 200,000 visitors. Featuring state-of-the-art technology, the venue welcomes higher-level groups and a variety of talent to the area. Situated in surroundings that will provide a quiet atmosphere during events, it features open-lawn seating and dark stonework that is perfect for listening to music and enjoying picnics.

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. 

This 250m world-class velodrome is part of the Rock Hill Outdoor Center at Riverwalk, owned and operated by the City of Rock Hill. The facility, endorsed by USA Cycling, hosts national and UCI caliber events while introducing the local community to the Olympic sport of track cycling through a variety of rider development and outreach programs. At the Velodrome, cyclists can find their home base for training and development. This year-round facility offers programs for cyclists of all stages and ages, providing equipment, instruction, and track races, through partnerships with the Rock Hill Bicycle Club and other cycling advocacy groups. A certification process is required of all cyclists, regardless of cycling ability, before riding on the track. Be sure to check out the variety of track races at the Velodrome. Track races provide great entertainment for spectators of all ages. The velodrome's schedule of events can be found on its website: http://www.Giordanavelodrome.com