After an Afternoon on the Rail Trail
Thursday, September 17, 2020
We’ve gone over the activities you can find along the Mary Black Foundation Rail Trail before. From a park for your four-legged friends, to an area where you can see how you’d rank among NFL prospects, to the paved walking/running/riding trail itself, the Rail Trail has a little something for everyone. But so too does the area around the Rail Trail. If you’re on th
Continue Reading >A Visit to Cleveland Park
Thursday, June 18, 2020
One of the area’s most charming and most popular parks, the picturesque Cleveland Park has something for everyone looking to spend a few hours enjoying the outdoors in Spartanburg. Cleveland Park sits in the heart of Spartanburg, only a few minutes from downtown. The park has been renovated multiple times over the years, with its event center and clubhouse becoming a landm
Continue Reading >Outdoor Dining Across Spartanburg County
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Spartanburg’s food scene is full of authenticity, excitement, and innovation. And at several restaurants, the views aren’t bad either. As restaurants ramp back up to full service, consider these options for outdoor dining around Spartanburg County for a meal in the open-air. Heirloom: A Milltown Eatery Heirloom’s patio area is so large it’s actually two spaces.
Continue Reading >Guys Weekend in Spartanburg
Monday, February 24, 2020
In need of a solid man-cation with your friends? Spartanburg has some great options for spending that quality time hanging out and catching up with your guys. Where to Stay [caption id="attachment_5436" align="alignright" width="300"] Spend your nights under the stars at Croft State Park[/caption] Full of natural beauty and history, setting up camp at Croft State Park gi
Continue Reading >Spartanburg? More Like It’s-a-Slam-Dunk-Burg.
Friday, February 21, 2020
Every time New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson swats a shot into the stands or puts down a thunderous dunk, part of Spartanburg cheers. Zion, who’s verging on becoming a star identified by one name (think Beyoncé), brought Spartanburg’s basketball credibility to another level during his time at Spartanburg Day School, where he became a high school phenom. He t
Continue Reading >2019: Year In Review
Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Now that the confetti is cleaned up, your resolutions are set, and the champagne has stopped bubbling it’s time to look back at everything that 2019 brought Spartanburg. Food & Drink Food lovers rejoice! Last year Spartanburg saw new restaurants open up to eager eaters throughout the county with fresh choices and new concepts. Housed in the newly renovated Montgome
Continue Reading >Small Town Charm Around Spartanburg County
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Whether you’re strolling past downtown Landrum storefronts in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains or taking in the fervor of new activity in Woodruff, it’s easy to see the small-town charm Spartanburg County has to offer. Towns across this upstate county are growing more and more vibrant as locals bring to life their creative visions for historic buildings
Continue Reading >Fall College Sports in Spartanburg
Tuesday, October 08, 2019
The start of fall in Spartanburg usually isn’t accompanied, at least not immediately, by cooler weather. The morning air starts cool, but the mercury settles decidedly higher in the afternoon. Despite that off-season warmth, Spartanburg is a great place to take in fall college sports. Spartanburg’s a College Town, after all. Spartanburg sits a quick interstate
Continue Reading >An Afternoon on the Rail Trail
Thursday, August 29, 2019
Whether you’re looking to break in those new shoes, get your workout in, or take your four-legged friend for a walk in the fresh air, the Mary Black Rail Trail is the place for you. The Rail Trail, a two-mile trail just south of Downtown Spartanburg, is among Spartanburg’s most-popular amenities, giving residents and visitors alike the chance to enjoy the o
Continue Reading >Outdoor Essentials: How to Pack for a Trip to Spartanburg
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
While getaways are exciting to say the least, packing is arguably the worst part of any vacation—especially when you're going "off the grid" for a couple of days and don't necessarily have the luxury of having a few basics provided for like you might at a hotel. If you're planning your next outdoor excursion or camping trip, might we suggest a little trip to Spartanbur
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