Being a native Greenvillian, I've only lived in four houses in my thirty (give or take ten) years of life. One might assume there would be few area places of interest that would be a surprise to me. The quest to visit all forty-seven state parks has introduced my family to several hidden treasure spots right in our own backyard. We all know and love Paris Mountain, Jones Gap … [Read more...] about UPSTATE ADVENTURES: SC STATE PARKS NEAR YOU
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EXPLORING JONES GAP STATE PARK
Here is a perfect place for the experienced hiker and day-trippers in flip flops alike. Jones Gap is made up of miles of trails, including the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area that connects this State Park to nearby Caesars Head. A portion of another trail even connects to the popular Foothills Trail. The Middle Saluda River runs through Jones Gap, creating waterfalls at every … [Read more...] about EXPLORING JONES GAP STATE PARK