Two Upstate Towns Are Recognized

SC's 8 best-kept secret towns, according to World Atlas

Local small towns pack a punch that is full of pleasant surprises. Let’s concentrate on two such towns in the Upstate.

First, the full list

Picture caption: a group tours the oldest bridge in SC unharmed by Hurricane Helene. The Poinsett Bridge in Landrum was built in 1820. ∎ Beaufort

∎ Edisto Island

∎ Hartsville

∎ Isle of Palms

∎ Walhalla

∎ Lake City

∎ Laurens

∎ Landrum

What did World Atlas say about Landrum?

The "delightful" little town of Landrum, founded in 1880, rests against the southern end of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is frequently visited by hikers who embark on the 14-mile Palmetto Trail's Blue Wall Passage. If you plan on trekking the trail, make sure you pack your camera so you can snap a picture of the 30-foot waterfall that awaits you on your adventure. Fans of Cajun cuisine can sink their teeth into juicy menu offerings from Southside Smokehouse for a much-needed post-hike meal. On Saturdays from April through December, you won't want to miss the Landrum Farmer's Market featuring homemade foods or crafts, fresh produce, and live entertainment, said World Atlas.

What did World Atlas say about Laurens?

Laurens is a small town that continues to grow and flourish. Located in Spartanburg County, its locals are welcoming to visitors and are quick to make them feel right at home. To check out the town's history, World Atlas recommends setting time aside on your day trip to visit the Battle of Musgrove Mill State Historic Site or the Laurens County Museum. Afterward, be sure to grab a bite at the "legendary" Whiteford's Giant Burger, which has served customers in the area since 1957. And if fishing is one of your favorite pastimes, you can catch a variety of fish (bass, crappie, bream, perch, catfish, stripers) at Lake Greenwood State Park.