Outdoors
Myersart Pottery Studio and Farm
Hickory Grove, SC 29717
The potters make functional and decorative pottery from white stoneware clay for sale. Watch the resident potters, John and Jan Myers at work, or just relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Opportunities to enjoy birds and wildlife and feed fish at a tree surrounded pond are among the activities available on the 90 private acres here. There are trails with chairs and picnic tables along the paths by a picturesque creek in the woods. A private apartment with meal and activity options is available for pottery lovers. Open year around. Also a site on the SC Ag + Art Tour. Call for appointment. Tour groups are welcome. Private parties with refreshments for serious shoppers.
Oak Grove Plantation
A working farm with recreational opportunities, offering pond fishing for bass, bream, crappie, and catfish. Also available are field and water areas for working/training dogs and for official hunt tests. A rental cabin offers a beautiful view overlooking one of the ponds.
Old McCaskill's Farm
Rembert, SC 29128
Life on the farm is hectic but amazingly rewarding. Not only does constant activity abound, but new life arrives quite frequently. There are also many activities going on the public is welcome to view and participate in, such as, staying at the Bed & Breakfast, canning instruction, attending sheep shearing, BBQ's, field trips and tours, and the annual Christmas gathering of artisans, plus annual farm events. Featured on the SC Agriculture Farm Passport program and the SC Ag + Art Tour, a farm to table buffet lunch is also served at noon on Fridays.
Pageland Dragway
Jefferson, SC 29718
Features scheduled events every Friday and Saturday throughout the racing season: March-November. Top Sportsman, Nostalgia Nights, IHRA Bracket Racing, X-treme Street, Sport Compact, Motorcycles, ATVs and more.
Rainbow Lakes
Lancaster, SC 29720
Over 30 acres of lakes. Farm-raised channel catfish, bream, crappy, bass, Georgia giant hybrid bream and crawfish. Open to the public. 7am-dark. Feeding time is 7:00 p.m. each day. Call ahead. Entry fee and pound rate charged.
Revolution MX Park
Carlisle, SC 29031
Motorcross tracks and trails. Open on the weekends only.
Ridgeway Campground
Ridgeway, SC 29130
45 campsites with water and electricity, dump station, clean restrooms and hot showers, picnic and fishing areas, nature trail and restaurant. Ice is available at 24-hour camp store. I-77, exit 34.
Riverwalk Carolinas
Rock Hill, SC 29730
This multi-phased, mixed-use community village boasts an unparalleled collection of amenities, including the Piedmont Medical Center Trail, a riverfront walk that’s part of the Carolina Thread Trail system and the Rock Hill Outdoor Center. Idyllically spanning the peaceful banks of the Catawba River, this planned 1,000+ acre village is a natural extension of the historic and revitalized City of Rock Hill. As part of the master plan, the Riverwalk vision includes a YMCA and athletic fields, a Town Center, River District, professional office space and residential facilities—all thoughtfully connected and complemented with pedestrian and cycle friendly streetscapes and trails and opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and other active, outdoor lifestyles.
Rocky Creek Lake (Stumpy Pond)
With 847 acres of surface area and 20 miles of shoreline Duke Energy provides three boat access areas on this lake in cooperation with the SC Department of Natural Resources: Debutary Creek, Stumpy Pond and Cedar Creek.
Rocky Creek Sporting Clays
This facility caters to all shooters and all skill levels. From the guest who has never held a shotgun before, to the tournament shooter that goes through thousands of shotgun shells a year, everyone is welcome. Features a clubhouse, 5-stand, pavilion, new shooter learning area, and three sporting clays courses. The "Creek Course" is great for practice in the off-season, for a beginning shooter, or for entertaining customers. There are also two additional 14-station sporting clays courses set to challenge new shooters and tournament shooters alike.
Rocky Creek Trail
This 1.6-mile, out-and-back trail is located along Rocky Creek, a tributary of the Catawba River. This natural surface trail is suitable for hiking and biking. At the river access, the trail "T"s. Taking a left will lead visitors on a 0.2-mile walk to a scenic waterfall. Following the trail to the right will lead visitors down a pleasant trail with scenic views of Rocky Creek. Note: Visitors are advised to use caution as the initial segment of the trail is fairly steep and made up of a patchwork of pavement. Please beware of the private property to the right down this section of the trail. However trail visitors are permitted to walk through the open gate and continue along the trail. This segment of the trail winds through land protected by the Katawba Valley Land Trust.
South Carolina Equine Park
This state of the art equine facility hosts a wide range of equestrian competitions including hunter/ jumper, cutting, reining, dressage, and all breed shows. Over 60 acres with 280 stalls, covered arena, cattle pens, three rings with perfect footing, exercise areas, restaurant, and show offices. Admission to watch horse shows is free and there are ticketed events such as rodeos as well.
Southern 8ths Farm
A premier long format equestrian training center located in the “Heart of the Carolinas,” The farm is a horse lover’s playground with a steeplechase track, multiple cross country and show jumping venues, dressage rings, a derby course and miles of groomed trails. These facilities in addition to a modern guest barn and large covered arena provide all the amenities needed for honing equestrian skills. A site on the SC Ag + Art Tour.
SouthTown Wake Park
Rock Hill, SC 29730
This cable park is a full-size wakeboarding complex, one of the world’s fastest growing extreme sports. For beginner to expert riders, the park is designed to be fun for everyone! There is a starter lake equipped with a beginner cable in addition to a full size, 5-tower cable lake. At both lakes, there are always coaches and staff to help and provide an enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages and skill levels. Also offers kayaking and paddle boarding for those wanting an alternative to wakeboarding. For anyone into water sports, this is the place to be!
Sumter National Forest, Enoree Ranger District
Whitmire, SC 29178
Provides many recreation opportunities in Chester County. The Broad River offers boaters and anglers several access points to hone their paddling or fishing skills. The Woods Ferry Recreation Area offers a 29 unit campground (10 sites have horse corrals), picnic area with two picnic shelters, 25 family picnic units, four fishing platforms and a boat ramp to the Broad River. Campsites tie into the 15 mile Woods Ferry Horse Trail. Campground is open April 1st and closes October 31st. Picnic area and boat ramp is open year-round. Leeds Rifle Range is an outdoor shooting range and is open year-round, day use only. Offers six shooting tables under a protective shelter and has a paved pathway to target area.
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