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Greenville, SC
Best Parks (Attractions & Activities)
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Caesar's Head State Park |
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8155 Geer Hwy US 76 (near NC Border), Cleveland 29635 • 864-836-6115 |
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This beautiful park, situated along the top of the Blue Ridge mountains, has scenic trails for hiking, biking and bird watching. A favorite destination is Raven Cliff Falls, a majestic waterfall located two miles from the roadside. Pretty Place Chapel, a rustic stone structure popular for weddings and vespers services, lies in the same vicinity and grants an incredible vista of the landscape. |
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Cleveland Park |
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E Washington and Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville 29601 • 864-467-4355 |
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DOWNTOWN. This little piece of solitude in the heart of downtown offers pleasant distractions during warm, sunny days. The lush, 126-acre greenspace is crisscrossed with paved walking and running trails, allowing residents a safe place to attend to daily regimens. The park also features public volleyball, tennis and basketball courts. If the will to break a sweat is not so strong, picnic areas, playgrounds and the Greenville Zoo provide welcome alternatives. Perfect for a quick getaway or a day's excursion. |
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Devil's Fork State Park |
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161 Holcombe Cir, Salem 29676 • 864-944-2639 |
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Located off Highway 11 and Route 25, this 622-acre park is one of South Carolina's favorites. The breathtaking scenery and waterfalls are best seen during a leisurely hike or while cruising on beautiful Lake Jocassee. For longer stays, the park rents picturesque villas to visitors. Equipped with fireplace, screened porches and television, they're in high demand and must be reserved well in advance. Lakeside campsites are also available. A definite favorite of area residents. |
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Furman University |
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3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville 29613 • 864-294 2034 |
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FURMAN. Founded in 1826, Furman University is a nationally ranked liberal arts college located at the foot of Paris Mountain. Classical red brick buildings, sparkling fountains and meticulous landscaping adorn the 750-acre campus. A paved walking path, picnic areas and resident swans draw many visitors to the scenic lake. The ivory belltower, a university landmark, overlooks the water. In addition to the attractive grounds, the university features a full slate of athletic and performing arts events each season. |
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Jones Gap State Park |
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303 Jones Gap Rd, Marietta 29661 • 864-836-3647 |
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Take US 76 west from Cleveland, turn right onto River Falls Road and follow it until it becomes Jones Gap Road. Here, on 3,346 acres, you'll discover extensive nature trails, the Middle Saluda River, camp grounds and the nature exhibits of the Environmental Education Center. For the ambitious, there's also access to the Foothills Hiking Trail. |
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Kids Planet Park |
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3605 Brushy Creek Rd Century Park, Greer 29651 |
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GREER. The highlight of this family park is its fun playground. Facilities are handicapped accessible and include play equipment designed for children with special needs. A walking track, picnic areas and two pavilions are also available. |
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Lake Conestee Nature Park |
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601 Fork Shoals Rd, Greenville 29605 • 864-380-5233 |
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Within an area that was at the heart of Greenville's early industrial life, this park occupies land that was formerly beneath a 130-acre lake and that now is bottomland forests and wetlands. Reclaimed from once-polluted terrain, the park is a quiet haven for wildlife, including birds, deer, and beaver. Its earthen paths and boardwalks invite hiking and observing, and in time, the park's paths will be linked to other county trails and facilities to create a more wide-ranging and integrated nature and recreational complex. |
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Legacy Park |
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8 Ruskin Sq, Greenville 29607 • 864-329-9292 |
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VERDAE BOULEVARD. One of Greenville's newest parks, this beautifully maintained parcel of the Verdae property attracts everyone from recreational athletes to playing families. The park's 20 acres feature lots of rolling green lawns and mature trees, not to mention swings, playground equipment, a gracious amphitheater, water features, and a covered stone cabana that's available for rent. Lovely, rambling trails are ideal if you want to run, bike, or walk your dog. Pick-up games are also a common occurrence, and a sand volleyball court is popular. On hand too are grills, bike racks, and picturesque landscaping and stonework. |
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Liberty Bridge & Falls Park on the Reedy |
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601 S Main St, Greenville 29601 • 864-467-4350 |
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WEST END. The Reedy River isn't huge, but it's a much-loved feature of Greenville residents, especially now that the park around it has been revamped. Manicured plantings, open lawns, and stone pathways and terraces offer plenty to explore, and the Liberty Bridge arcs over and around the falls in a feat of beauty and engineering. The inviting park follows part of the Reedy's course, providing not only picturesque views but a brief history lesson as well, thanks to a series of markers. A great place to take a book or enjoy lunch on a sunny day. Shopping and dining opportunities are nearby too. |
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User Rating: 10 / 10
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Paris Mountain State Park |
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2401 State Park Rd, Greenville 29609 • 864-244-5565 |
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Description:
Just a short drive from downtown, this 1,275-acre park offers a variety of hiking trails, both easy and strenuous. Swimming is permitted at the quiet lake, and camping and picnic areas let you immerse yourself in the surroundings. From I-385, take Highway 291 north and then SC 253. From there, go four miles to State Park Road, and you've found it. |
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