Outdoors

Fishing Creek Lake
Great Falls, SC 29055
Features 3,112 surface acres of water and 61 miles of shoreline, including a 1,770 foot hydroelectric station with 22 floodgates. Full pond elevation is 417.2 feet.
Fortune Springs Park
Winnsboro, SC 29180
This garden's ponds and resident ducks offer a pleasant contrast to other historic sites. The land that the garden occupies was owned by Capt. John Buchanan, who gave it to his slave, Pompey Fortune, in return for accompanying Gen. Lafayette as a body servant during the Revolution. Park pool open (admission fee).
Forty Acre Rock Heritage Preserve
Kershaw, SC 29067
This is one of the largest granite flat rocks east of the Mississippi, and it encompasses 2,267 acres of the most diverse protected area in the Piedmont region, including granitic flatrocks, waterslides, waterfalls, beaver pond, caves, hardwood and pine forests, and a variety of wildflowers and wildlife. It is a national natural landmark. Directions: From Kershaw, take US Highway 601 northeast 8.4 miles to SC Secondary 27, turn left on Conservancy Rd. and travel to gate area.
Founders Holiday Ice Rink
Rock Hill, SC 29730
Whether skating or watching while enjoying a hot chocolate, everyone can enjoy the experiences offered at this 50’x85’ ice rink. It is the ideal winter wonderland escape for lunch breaks, date nights, play dates and family outings, the outdoor venue boasts healthy fun for every age and skate size. Fee charged. Open seasonally from November through January, nestled adjacent to Fountain Park surrounded by holiday lights.
Goat Daddy’s Farm
Tucked away in the woods, this is an eco-friendly agri-tourism attraction for everyone who loves farming and the outdoors. Eggs, poultry and more. Featured on the SC Agriculture Farm Passport program and the SC Ag + Art Tour, this farm raises heritage breed chickens, turkeys and guinea fowl in addition to its namesake Nigerian Dwarf goats. Call for hours. Follow on FaceBook.
Harmony Oaks Farm
Edgemoor, SC 29712
Nestled on twelve acres of beautiful farmland, this is the ideal rustic chic venue for weddings, corporate picnics and other special celebrations. Bordered by a lush ring of tall pines and oaks, the property offers shaded areas for events conveniently located right next to the barn and firepit, and meadows with wildflowers overlooking two ponds with plans for both a gazebo and covered pavilion. Showy sunflowers add country charm and welcome guests along the laneway. The fountain serves as a lovely backdrop for photos. And the horses, Baron and Magic, often take time from grazing in the pasture to greet guests in hopes of a treat or two!
Hermitage Farm Shooting Sports
Enjoy sports shooting with Joe Cantey, National and International Sporting Clays Champion. Receive instructions from a certified NSCA instructor by appointment. Provides sporting clay courses in natural stands with a mixture of manual and automatic traps. Group outings are welcome. Tue-Sat, 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. and Sun, 1:00-8:00 p.m.
Hilton Pond Center for Piedmont Natural History
This facility has been in operation as a conservation, education, and scientific research site for more than 28 years. It was established on an old Piedmont farmstead in 1982 and has been a field trip destination for school groups, college classes, environmental organizations, professional scientists, and others interested in conservation and nature. Designated an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society and BirdLife International. Open by appointment only. Visitors are NOT permitted to walk the trails.
His Barn, Inc.
Guided trail rides (bring own horse, or one provided) for ages 10 and older in a beautiful setting. Also offering lessons.
Lake Club Marina
On Lake Wylie, this marina offers pontoon boat rentals that can accommodate up to 10 people.
Lake Monticello
Jenkinsville, SC 29065
Offers picnic shelters, fishing, boat ramp and other water recreational activities. The Fairfield Recreation Commission operates a park at the lake. For information on the park area, contact the commission at (803) 635-9114. The smaller Monticello Recreation Lake is located north of the large body of water and is about 300 acres in size. Offers fishing two days a week (Wednesdays and Saturdays), swimming (no lifeguard on duty) and picnic facilities. Gates open from sunrise to sunset. The V.C. Summer Nuclear Station Nature Trail is located at the boundary of the V.C. Summer Nuclear Station exclusion area on the lake. Benches, wood duck boxes, blue bird boxes and plant identification markers dot this 1.5 mile trail.
Lake Wateree
Winnsboro, SC 29180
Fish for crappie, bass, catfish and bream in one of the state’s oldest man-made lakes. With more than 13,000 surface acres and 242 miles of shoreline, the lake is a year-round favorite of campers, fishermen and recreational boaters. This 19-square mile reservoir touches the four counties of Chester, Kershaw, Fairfield, and Lancaster. It empties from the Catawba River and into the Wateree River. Free public access areas.
Lake Wylie
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
The oldest lake on the Catawba, it was first created by a dam near the town of Fort Mill in 1904. This dam was rebuilt in 1924 and the lake's surface expanded to 12,455 acres. The lake has 325 miles of shoreline, and since portions of this lake lie in both North and South Carolina, fishermen are advised to obtain proper licenses.
Lancaster Motor Speedway
Truly the "Grand Daddy" of local tracks, the speedway is one of the oldest surviving dirt tracks in the south. The first race was held in 1954 and the track hosted two NASCAR races in 1957. Racing every Saturday night. Admission charged.
Little Cedar Creek Campground
Ridgeway, SC 29130
20 campsites, tenting, cabins, fishing and pull through sites, swimming, walking trails, wooded property, firewood, electric/sewer/water hook-up, handicap access. Close to public fishing, shopping, dining and golfing. storage facilities. Weekly and monthly rates. I-77, exit 32 (east 1.8 miles).