Family Friendly Attractions | Lake Hartwell Country | South Carolina Mountains
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Family Friendly Attractions

Lake Hartwell Country is your perfect family-friendly getaway. Let your kids reconnect with fun that doesn't need to be plugged in. Explore the great outdoors and connect in a way you never have before. 

Indoor Attractions

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Sweet Retreat Fun Center

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510 E Halfway Branch Rd.

Walhalla, SC 29691

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Let off some steam at this fun place! They have laser tag, go-carts, putt-putt, an arcade, and ice cream to top it all off. Photo courtesy of Google street view

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Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum

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120 History Ln

Pendleton, SC 29670

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The "Ag Museum" has several interactive exhibits that your kids will love. There are even some animal friends that would love to meet you!

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Bob Campbell Geology Museum

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140 Discover Ln

Clemson, SC 29634

 

This unique museum has on display thousands upon thousands of rocks, minerals, and fossils from the state of South Carolina. There are some awesome exhibits here, including ones on paleontology and geology. Photo courtesty of Bob Campbell Geology Museum Facebook

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Central Railway Museum

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108 Werner St.​

Central, SC 29630

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The centerpiece of this train-focused museum is a “double-decked HO scale model railroad” that fills the majority of the building that the museum is housed in. It’s a sight to behold that you need to see for yourself!

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Exit 4 Escape Rooms

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502 N. Main St., Suites G and H

Anderson, SC 29621

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Offering 4 unique escape rooms, Exit 4 is a great opportunity to exercise your mind and ingenuity as you and your family work to solve the puzzle and escape within 60 minutes! Photo courtesy of Exit 4 Escape Rooms Instagram page.

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Pickens County Museum of Art and History

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307 Johnson St.​

Pickens, SC 29671

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Discover the rich history of Pickens County at this unique museum. Housed in the old Pickens County Gaol (jail), there are many artifacts to see and much art to appreciate here. Some folks say that there’s a ghost who lives in the building, so keep your eyes peeled! Photo courtesy of Google street view

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World of Energy

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7812 Rochester Hwy

Seneca, SC 29672

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This fun and interactive exhibit is fun for the entire family. Discover how energy is created in a hands-on way at Duke Energy's World of Energy, located at the Oconee Nuclear Station!​

Playgrounds

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Doodle Park

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Doodle Trail​

Pickens, SC 29671

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This playground recently opened in June of 2019 and is a popular choice for families to have fun together. Stop by nearby Bee Well Honey for a pick-me-up while you're there! 

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South Cove County Park

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1031 S Cove Rd​

Seneca, SC 29672

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South Cove, located on the shores of Lake Keowee, has a playground, basketball court, horseshoe court, and ample opportunity to have a day of play.

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Mile Creek County Park

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757 Keowee Baptist Church Rd

Six Mile, SC 29682

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Located on the shores of Lake Keowee, Mile Creek County Park has 4 playgrounds that offer beautiful views of the lake as well as a swimming area. Photo courtesy of Mile Creek County Park

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Nettles Park

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102 Nettles Park Road

Pendleton, SC 29670

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Nettles Park is the largest park operated by the city of Clemson, with several sports fields, a great playground, and a dog park. Photo courtesy of city of Clemson

Kid Friendly Attractions

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Ballyhoo Petting Zoo

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849 Norris Road

Anderson, SC 29626

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This family-owned petting zoo offers hands-on experiences with more than 30 types of animals, plus exciting seasonal events and workshops! Photo courtesy of Ballyhoo Petting Zoo Facebook page

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Old Waterwheel Trail

624 State Park Rd

Mountain Rest, SC 29664

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Length: 1.2 mile loop

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Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

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This is a fun trail in Oconee State Park that leads to the historic remains of an old waterwheel.

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Twin Falls

Water Falls Rd

Sunset, SC 29685

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Length: 0.7 miles one way

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Difficulty: Easy

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This is a great trail for kiddos because it is level, short, and leads to a beautiful waterfall.

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Lakeside Trail

158 E Ellison Ln

Pickens, SC 29671

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Length: 1.9 mile loop

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Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

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This hike in Table Rock State Park loops around Pinnacle Lake and offers breathtaking views of Table Rock mountain.

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