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Nearby Parks: Sumter National Forest Lake Oconee State Park Oconee State Park Dam Number One D-1642 Oconee State Park Lake Number One Table Rock State Park Table Rock State Park Historic District Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail Caesars Head State Park
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 | This 1,000-acre park features outstanding rock outcroppings and views of the Foothills and Blue Ridge mountains. Rhododendron, mountain laurel and other mountain vegetation can be found along the streams in the park.
A museum tells the story of the Cherokee Indians who once roamed this area and their relationship with the European settlers of South Carolina.
A large rental cabin in a wooded area features an upper deck porch overlooking Lake Keowee and a private floating courtesy dock.
Other facilities include picnic areas with shelters, a campground, lake fishing and trails. |
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This is our favorite park.
I think the schools should use this park as part of the education of our region. It is beautiful, informative and easy to find.
Written by KSwinney
16-Sep-2008
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| B&Bs / Inns | |  | Highland Lake Inn - Flat Rock, NC Highland Lake Inn is a haven of hospitality, charm and natural beauty nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. A historic North Carolina resort, Highland Lake Inn rests in a country setting of 26 gently wooded acres on a serene lake. Web Site: http://www.hlinn.com |
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| | Cottages and Cabins | |  | Highland Lake Inn - Flat Rock, NC Highland Lake Inn is a haven of hospitality, charm and natural beauty nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. A historic North Carolina resort, Highland Lake Inn rests in a country setting of 26 gently wooded acres on a serene lake. Web Site: http://www.hlinn.com |
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| | Campgrounds | |  | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Phone: 866-461-4561 Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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| Education Center: The park museum includes displays on the history and culture of the Cherokee Indians and the story of their relationship with European settlers of South Carolina.
The center also includes limited souvenir items.
Hours of operation: Memorial Day to Labor Day: Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Monday & Tuesday the museum is open form 11 a.m. to noon & 4 to 5 p.m.
From September to May the museum is open daily from 11 a.m. - noon & 4 - 5 p.m. |
| Directions: |
| General Directions: Twelve miles northwest of Pickens at the intersection of SC 133 and SC 11 at Lake Keowee.
Driving Directions: 12 mi. N.W. of Pickens at the intersection of SC 11 and SC 133 |
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| Boat Rentals | |  | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Phone: 866-461-4561
Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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