Way More than Horses!
Bamberg ∙ Barnwell Counties Aiken ∙ Allendale ∙ •
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Photographs and art in this publication are copyrighted and cannot be reproduced without the written permission of the photographer or artist and/or Thoroughbred Country. About Thoroughbred Country 2 Region Map 32 Touring Ideas 34 Aiken County 3 Points of Interest 3 What’s Close By 35 Accommodations 6 Locator Map 36 Camping & RV Parks 9 Dining 9 Historic Churches, Cemeteries Antiques, Galleries, & Gifts 12 & Markers 37 City of Aiken Map 14 City of North Augusta Map 15 Recreation 43 South Carolina Department Allendale County 16 of Natural Resources 43 Points of Interest 16 Fishing-Rivers 43 Accommodations 18 Fishing-Ponds & Other Areas 44 Camping & RV Parks 18 Hunting & Sporting Clubs 45 Dining 18 Fox Hunts & Polo 46 Antiques, Galleries, & Gifts 18 Equine Facilities 47 Town of Allendale Map 19 Canoe, Kayak Rentals 48 Golf 48 Bamberg County 20 Miniature Golf & Other 49 Points of Interest 20 Heritage Preserves 51 Accommodations 21 State Parks & Nature Trails 52 Camping & RV Parks 21 City & County Parks 54 Dining 22 Antiques, Galleries, & Gifts 22 Meeting & Rental Facilities 55 City of Bamberg Map 24 Festivals & Special Events 57 City of Denmark Map 25 Plan Your Visit 60 Guided Tours 61 Barnwell County 26 Transportation 62 Points of Interest 26 Accommodations 28 General Living 63 Camping & RV Parks 28 Colleges & Hospitals 63 Dining 28 Local Newspapers 63 Antiques, Galleries, & Gifts 29 Climate 63 Town of Blackville Map 30 City of Barnwell Map 31
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 1 1 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Thoroughbred Country, consisting of Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg and Barnwell counties, is Our History … nestled along the Savannah River in Western South Carolina. This primarily rural area is filled with traditional Southern culture and hospitality. Experience four beautiful counties in western South Carolina where yesterday is preserved for today. History from every American era is evident throughout this We invite you to come and experience… region known as Thoroughbred Country. Learn about Colonial Times through Our History: The whole area, once a portion of the Old Barnwell District, was known for demonstrations in pottery, frontier trading and blacksmithing. Come explore Civil raising thoroughbred horses after the Revolutionary War and thus has been popular for quite a War battle sites and historic plantation homes. Visit our small, quaint towns where while with thoroughbred racing fans. you will find museums rich with history and festivals that display local culture. Churches of the past and stories of the Charleston to Hamburg rail line can also This region claims both Revolutionary and Civil War battle sites, grave sites, occupied homes be found. and churches. Many communities in this area grew along the Charleston-Hamburg Railway, the first Our Nature … commercial railway in America and the longest commercial railway in the world at that time. It transported agricultural products, such as cotton, to the port city of Charleston where it was sent While history abounds, Thoroughbred Country is also a place of natural beauty. out on ships headed around the world. Notice the Spanish moss gracing enormous live oak trees. Take in the local flora and fauna at a sanctuary. Ponder over the unusual elliptical phenomenon known as Agricultural stories, African-American heritage, wealthy Northern winter residents and local legends are all part of our past. a Carolina Bay. Hike through an urban forest or let the elegance of a local garden carry you to another time. If you desire more active recreation, then paddle the Our Attractions: Charming towns with museums that display local history; small main longest free-flowing, blackwater river in the world. Cool off with a drink from the street businesses with antiques and uniques; lanes lined with live oak trees and decorated with Healing Springs, whose waters are believed to have curative powers. Spanish moss; nationally-known artists; picturesque rivers; cotton, peach and watermelon crops; historic plantation homes, churches and cemeteries; unique cultural communities and natural attractions… all come together to give you a true picture of the South of yesteryear – and of Our Shopping … today. “Shopper’s Paradise” would also be an accurate description of this diverse region. Our Festivals: Festivals are a reflection of our culture. For example… Here you can shop for antiques and local crafts, such as locally-thrown pottery or Mennonite quilts. Unique gifts and art galleries including that of a nationally- The Salley Chitlin’ Strut, where pig intestines are a delicacy and its own dance, the Chitlin’ known artist can also be found. Strut, has made it famous; The Allendale Cooter Fest, where turtles race for sizeable prize money; Our Food … The Ehrhardt Schuetzenfest, celebrating the area’s German heritage; and Take a break from your adventures and enjoy our cuisine. Roadside stands, cozy cafes, freshly-baked Mennonite goods and full-scale dining, as well as everything in The Raku Burn in Barnwell, where potters get together to fire pottery in an outdoor kiln. between, can be found here. Of course, we still have your southern favorites such as barbeque, grits, collards and fried chicken. Our Food: Grits, barbecue, black-eyed peas, collard greens, sweet potatoes, peaches, pecans, boiled peanuts, okra, sweet tea and lemonade … come and enjoy our great home cookin’! And Rest. Our Hospitality: The easy rhythm of the South includes caring, smiling, helpful people always ready to welcome you with a “Hey Y’all.” After a full day of experiencing our history, our nature, our shopping and our food, rest your head at a quaint bed and breakfast or a historic hotel. Awaken the next day refreshed and ready for the next adventure.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 2 2 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Filled with diversity, Aiken County has something to offer everyone. Aiken County is known throughout the world as an equestrian training center claiming National Champions. Champions include: Palace Malice, 2013 Belmont Stakes winner; Pleasant Colony, 1981 Kentucky Derby winner; Summer Squall, 1990 Preakness winner; Sea Hero, 1993 Kentucky Derby winner; and Kelso, Horse of the Year for 5 consecutive years in the 1960’s. Aiken County is also a place of history and natural beauty.
History in towns such as Aiken, North Augusta, Beech Island, Wagener and Salley all represent time periods in South Carolina history. Plantation homes, churches, country stores, the Charleston-Hamburg Railway, and more tell stories of the people who built the region through the introduction of new cultures, religions, and their ingenuity.
Hitchcock Woods, one of the largest urban forests in the United States, and Hopelands Gardens are two places to visit for anyone who appreciates the beauty of preserved land. Hunting, fishing, golfing and shopping are also available … whatever brings you here, enjoy! Points of Interest Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site, Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary, 181 Redcliffe Rd, Beech Island. 803-827-1473. 4542 Silver Bluff Rd, Jackson. 803-471-0291. 1859 Greek Revival antebellum mansion of Silver Bluff is a 3,250 acre wildlife sanctuary James Henry Hammond and four generations owned by the National Audubon Society. of his family. The house is complete with Habitat and wildlife diversity make Silver Bluff furniture, decorative arts and artwork from a favorite destination for birding (over 200 the various periods of occupation. The site species on checklist), wildflowers, photography, also features two slave quarters and a stable or simply a quiet walk. A 3/4-mile and a 2-mile with exhibits. Special programs are offered walking trail are available. Education at the throughout the year (see website). Listed center focuses on forest and land management on the National Register of Historic Places. and is targeted toward school groups and the Grounds are open daily 9am to 6pm year- general public. Please call ahead for current round. House tours Th-Mon at 11 am, 1 pm, hours. No fee, donations accepted. No pets. and 3 pm. Admission charged for house tours. Horse Creek Valley Veterans Park, www.southcarolinaparks.com/redcliffe US 421, Bath. Veterans from the Midland Valley area are honored at this park. The main Beech Island Historical Society Visitor’s focus of the park is the circle of honor that Center and Barn, 144 Old Jackson Hwy, contains approximately 900 names of veterans Beech Island. 803-867-3600. The visitor’s from World War I until present. center tells the story of Beech Island, one of the oldest settlements in South Langley Pond, 113 Langley Dam Rd. Aiken Carolina, dating back to 1685 as Savannah County Parks, Recreation & Tourism (PRT). Town. The history room includes Native 803-642-7559. Langley Pond is home to American, Colonial, agricultural and river several events throughout the year. Visitors can transportation displays. When displays enjoy the loop trail on horseback or foot and are completed, the Barn will become the championship level disc golf course. Amenities Beech Island Agricultural Museum. Open included picnic shelter, grills, playground, Wed, Th 11am-2pm, and by appointment. concession stand and bathhouse. www.beechislandhistory.org
3 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Vaucluse and Graniteville Historic Living History Park, 299 W Spring Grove Districts, The cornerstone of the old mill Ave, North Augusta. 803-279-7560. Plays dated 1832, is one of the first in the area. The host to special events including Colonial Graniteville Mill, built in 1846, was the first Times which exhibits examples of everyday cotton mill in the South. The mill, having life in the 18th century. A meeting house, survived Sherman’s March during the Civil backwoods cabin, educational cabin, smoke War, was built by William Gregg. The mill house, blacksmith forge, stage, Colonial barn and town initially included ninety homes, two and tavern round out the park. Located at the churches, a school, several boarding houses and entrance to the park is the Sensory Garden, six stores. Most buildings were constructed one of only a few accessible sensory gardens of blue granite that gave the town its name. for the sight impaired. The total access garden Several examples of the Blue Row Homes can is of the 21st century in a Colonial setting. still be seen. Both are listed on the National www.colonialtimes.us Register of Historic Places. Historic North Augusta, Brochure Wade Hampton Veterans Park, 300 available at the North Augusta Chamber of block of Georgia Ave, North Augusta. North Commerce, 406 West Ave, 803-279-2323. Augusta Parks, Recreation & Tourism, The Star of Edgefield on Butler Avenue was 803-441-4300. Dedicated to the memory of built in 1860 and sports elaborate ironwork Civil War General Wade Hampton, the park by a foundry in New Orleans. The matching has monuments dedicated to the veterans of fence was en route from New Orleans by a every war our country has participated in since “blockade runner” during the Civil War the Revolution, and is laid out to mimic the when it was sunk by a Union gunboat. stars and stripes of the American flag. Several properties are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta, 100 Georgia Ave, North Augusta. USC Aiken Convocation Center, 375 803-441-4380. The Center is dedicated to the Robert Bell Pkwy, Aiken. 803-643-6901. A exhibition of regional arts and history with state-of-the-art facility with capacity ranging a 2,300 sq ft permanent interactive history from 3,500 to 4,100 patrons. Located on the exhibit and two galleries of exhibits that University of South Carolina Aiken campus. rotate every two months. The Center’s gift Managed by USCA and Global Spectrum. shop showcases local crafts from pottery and Features include a first class VIP room with a paintings to coffee and chocolate. Mon-Fri capacity up to 200 patrons, multiple electronic 10am-4pm. Second Sunday of each month scoreboards with backlighting, advertisement 2pm-4pm. Also open during special events. opportunities, meeting space rentals for any www.artsandheritagecenter.com function, and two additional practice courts. www.uscatix.com Aiken County Farmers Market, 115 Williamsburg St, Aiken. 803-642-7761. Open Greg Humphries Rare Book Library, year round. Fresh produce, conversation & Park St, Wagener. 803-564-5902. Located recipes are shared with friends old and new. at Christ Central. This library contains 3,000 Peak season April to December. Peak hours books and artifacts from Reformation period, Mon-Sat 7:30 am until vendors are sold out. mostly religious in nature. By appointment only. Must be able to climb stairs. DuPont Planetarium, 471 University Pkwy, Aiken. 803-641-3654. Located on the campus The Etherredge Center, 471 University of University of South Carolina Aiken. The 45 Pkwy, Aiken. 803-641-3305. Located on the seat planetarium is equipped with state-of-the- campus of University of South Carolina Aiken. art special effects systems and is augmented Houses an art gallery, the O’Connell Theater by sundials and telescopes. Various shows are and a larger Mainstage theater. A variety of available throughout the year. Reservations events are presented throughout the year. recommended. www.usca.edu/ec/ http://rpsec.usca.edu/planetarium
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 4 Rose Hill Estate, 221 Greenville St NW, Hopelands Gardens, 135 Dupree Pl, Aiken. 803-648-1181. Rose Hill is a garden Aiken. 803-642-7650. This 14-acre park is estate encompassing a downtown city block the former estate of Mr. and Mrs. C. Oliver and built as a winter colony residence in 1898 Iselin. Features a wetlands area, an arboretum by one of America’s first families - Phelps. trail with cell phone tour, a labyrinth, and Listed on the National Register of Historic a performing arts stage. Events include Places. Tours by appointment. Admission Story Time in the Gardens, the Summer charged. See listings under lodging and dining. Concert Series, and Christmas in Hopelands. www.rosehillestate.com Hopelands Gardens is open year round, 10am to sunset. Admission is free. Downtown Aiken, Aiken Downtown Development Association. 803-649-2221. Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame & Surrounded by a one-of-a kind parkway system Museum, Hopelands Gardens. 135 Dupree and bordered by beautiful beds of flowers, Pl, Aiken. 803-642-7631. Aiken trained historic downtown Aiken offers unique dining horses who have gone on to become national and shopping choices including art galleries, champions are enshrined in the Hall of Fame. antiques, gift shops, a brew pub and a wide Trophies and photographs from America’s variety of restaurants. best known equestrian riders, polo players, www.aikendda.us.com and steeplechase riders. A large collection of Englehard trophies are on display. Sept- AECOM Center for the Performing Arts, May, Tues-Fri 2pm-5pm & Sun 10am- 126 Newberry St SW, Aiken. 803-648-1438. 5pm. June-Aug, Sat 10am-5pm & Sun 2-5 This state-of-the-art theater is home to the pm, weather permitting. Admission is free. Aiken Community Playhouse (ACP) and the www.aikenracinghalloffame.com Aiken Performing Arts (APA). The theater seats approximately 300. ACP offers a full season Aiken County Historical Museum, of comedy, drama and musical plays. APA 433 Newberry St SW, Aiken. 803-642-2015. presents national and international professional The museum is housed in a 1931 Winter shows through the season. Office hours Mon- Colony mansion - one of only two open to the Fri 9am-4pm (closed 12-1 lunch). See listing public. Three floors of exhibits tell the history under meeting and rental facilities. of Aiken County from past to present. A one- www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com room school from the 1890’s, the William www.apaonline.org Gregg Buttery and an 1808 log cabin are also on the museum grounds. Admission is Aiken Center for the Arts, 122 Laurens St free, donations accepted. Tue-Sat 10am-5pm. SW, Aiken. 803-641-9094. The Center features Sun 2-5pm. Closed Mondays and national regular gallery exhibits by local, state, regional holidays. www.aikenmuseum.us and national artists. A variety of artists display works for sale year-round in the Gallery Store. The Center also hosts programs and events throughout the year, offers art education classes for all ages in a variety of mediums in the seven classrooms, and has a 180-seat performance pavilion. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. www.aikencenterforthearts.org
SRS Museum, 224 Laurens St, Aiken. 803-648-1437. Located in the historic Dibble Memorial Library. Contains exhibits related to the Cold War and the Savannah River Site. Open for special events and by appointment. Aiken County Historical Museum www.srsheritage.org
5 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum, Wagener Museum, 12 Short St, Wagener. 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken. 803-293-7846 Wagener Town Hall, 803-564-3412. Located or 1-888-AikenSC. The visitors center is behind the Wagener Municipal building. located on the first floor of the rebuilt Aiken Features items related to the political, social, Railroad Depot. The train museum located economic and military history of Wagener and on the second floor depicts the towns along the Aiken County area. Thu-Fri 8am-4pm or the original South Carolina Canal and by appointment. Railroad Company right of way. Open Tue- Fri 10am-5pm and Sat 9am-2pm. Salley Historic District, bounded by Pine, www.VisitAikenSC.com Ferguson, Poplar and Aldrich Streets. Salley Town Hall, 803-258-3485. The district Aiken County Veterans Park, 1435 consists of 60 properties in the downtown area. Richland Ave, Aiken. Aiken County Parks, The homes in the district are Victorian and Art Recreation & Tourism, 803-642-7559. The Deco. The town began in 1887 as a result of park features a large, granite monument which the railroad and flourished until the 1930’s. is engraved with the names of Aiken County After the 1930’s, Salley experienced a period veterans who perished in the line of duty. The of decline. However, the homes in this district monument is flanked by seven flag poles. have remained unchanged since the 1930’s. Listed on the National Register of Historic Hitchcock Woods, Surrounded by greater Places. Aiken. 803-642-0528. Hitchcock Woods is 2,100 acres of natural forest. Annually, Monetta Drive-In, US 1, Monetta. Movie thousands of equestrians, hikers, and nature Line, 803-685-7949. One of only two enthusiasts visit the Woods to enjoy 70 miles operating drive-in movie theaters in South of trails. Hitchcock Woods is open 365 days Carolina. Originally opened in 1951, and a year from dawn to dusk. Motorized vehicles later closed, this theater was revived in 1999. and bicycles are not permitted. There are seven Three screens, all with double features. New entrances on the perimeter of the Woods. movies, as well as old favorites. Seasonal. Open Admission is free. www.hitchcockwoods.org weekends. Cash only. www.thebigmo.com Accommodations America’s Best Value Inn, 2577 Whiskey Rd, Days Inn, I-20 Exit 22, 2654 Columbia Hwy, Aiken. 803-641-8800. Continental breakfast, Aiken. 803-642-5692. Continental breakfast, high-speed Internet access, pool, microwave, high-speed Internet access, microwave, pool. refrigerator. www.americasbestvalueinn.com www.daysinn.com Days Inn Downtown, 1204 Richland American Hearth Inn, 3935 Richland Ave Ave W, Aiken. 803-649-5524. Continental W, Aiken. 803-642-5828. breakfast, high-speed Internet access, refrigerator, microwave. www.daysinn.com Clarion Inn & Suites, 155 Colony Pkwy, Deluxe Inn, 610 E Martintown Rd, North Aiken. 803-648-0999. Continental breakfast, Augusta. 803-278-0355. 1919 Edgefield Hwy pool, high-speed Internet, business center, (Hwy 19), Aiken. 803-642-2840. exercise facility, meeting room, pet friendly. www.choicehotels.com Econo Lodge, 3560 Richland Ave W, Aiken. 803-649-3968. Continental breakfast, high- Country Inn & Suites, 3270 Whiskey speed Internet access, microwave, refrigerator, Rd, Aiken. 803-649-4024. All rooms non- hair dryer. www.choicehotels.com smoking. Continental breakfast included, pool, fitness room, free Internet, mini-fridge, Fairfield Inn & Suites, 185 Colony Pkwy, microwave, guest laundry. Aiken. 803-648-7808. Continental breakfast, www.countryinns.com/aikensc indoor pool, whirlpool, hair dryer, iron, high-speed Internet, business library, interior
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 6 corridors. www.marriott.com/agsfs Hampton Inn, 100 Tamil Dr at Whiskey Sleep Inn & Suites, I-20 Exit 5. 921 Rd, Aiken. 803-648-2525. Continental Edgefield Rd, North Augusta. 803-202-0209. breakfast, high-speed Internet access, pool, Deluxe continental breakfast, exercise room, microwave, refrigerator, interior corridors. pool, microwave, refrigerator, meeting room, www.aiken.hamptoninn.com interior corridors. www.choicehotels.com Hilton Garden Inn Aiken, 350 Eastgate Dr, Aiken. 803-641-4220. Swimming pool, TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 1008 fitness center, high-speed and wireless Internet, Monterey Dr, Aiken. 803-641-7373. meeting room, on-site dining. Continental breakfast, health facilities, www.hiltongardeninn.com microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher in room, pet friendly, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 2897 high-speed Internet and laundry. Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 803-508-7700. Breakfast, www.towneplacesuites.com/agsts pool and fitness center. Microwave and refrigerator in rooms. www.hiexpress.com/Aikensc Bed and Breakfasts, Historic Inns
Hotel Aiken, 235 Richland Ave W, Aiken. 208 Abbeville, 208 Abbeville Ave NW, 803-648-4265. Full breakfast. Free high- Aiken. 803-649-3109. Located in historic speed Internet access, restaurant and lounge. downtown Aiken within walking distance Downtown historic hotel with modern of restaurants and shopping. Three rooms amenities. www.hotelaiken.com available with single and double occupancy. In addition to a rocking chair front porch and Howard Johnson Inn, 1936 Whiskey Rd S, screened-in back porch, there is a 2 ½ acre Aiken. 803-649-5000. Continental breakfast, garden on site, suitable for wandering or pool, pet friendly. weddings. Full breakfast provided. The Inn at Houndslake, 897 Houndslake Dr, Aiken. 803-648-9535. 30-room lodge Annie’s Inn, 3083 Charleston Hwy, located on the grounds of a private country Montmorenci. 803-649-6836. Pre-Civil War, club. Continental breakfast, free wireless Greek Revival plantation home surrounded by Internet. Hotel guests may use any of the cotton fields. Guest rooms each have private Club’s facilities. Pet friendly. baths and include a full country breakfast. www.theinnathoundslake.com Guest cottages are beautifully designed to blend in with the old architecture while having Knights Inn, 1850 Richland Ave W, Aiken. all the amenities. 11 rooms. No smoking, all 803-648-6821. Continental breakfast, pool, private baths, children welcome (with notice), pet friendly. business/corporate friendly, weddings, gift certificates accepted, pool. Quality Inn, 3608 Richland Ave W, Aiken. www.anniesinnbnb.com 803-641-1100. Continental breakfast, lounge, high-speed Internet access, indoor hot spa, Arbor House, Located in the heart of historic pool, pet friendly, guest laundry. downtown. First unit: 206 Richland Ave W, www.choicehotels.com Aiken. 803-292-6971. Private and gated, this Quality Inn, I-20 Exit 22. 110 E Frontage upstairs apartment with one bedroom, one Rd, Aiken. 803-502-0900. Continental bath, living room with queen sleeper. Sleeps breakfast, refrigerator, high-speed Internet four. Dine al fresco on side balcony with view access, microwave. www.choicehotels.com of downtown Aiken. Wireless Internet, flat screen TV, washer, and dryer. Second unit: 152 Sleep Inn, 1002 Monterey Dr, Aiken. Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803-292-6971. Fully 803-644-9900. Continental breakfast, high- furnished loft, c. 1885, sleeps five. Cable TV, speed Internet access, gym access, pool, wireless Internet, washer/dryer. microwave, refrigerator, interior corridors. www.choicehotels.com
7 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Carolina Oaks Bed & Breakfast Inn, Lookaway Inn, 103 W Forest Ave, 819 Carolina Ave, North Augusta. 803- North Augusta. 803-426-1030. Listed on 278-6360. Real southern comfort located in the National Register of Historic Places. downtown North Augusta. The Innkeepers Completed in 1898 it was the home of Walter will host one room or the whole house for Jackson, brother of James U. Jackson, founder any occasion to celebrate family, friends and of North Augusta. This graciously restored traditions. Three guest rooms with two shared home has five bedrooms in the main house baths upstairs. Rooms have queen beds. and 10 in the courtyard. Venue for indoor, Amenities include home cooked breakfast, courtyard, and garden weddings and events. hospitality center, wireless Internet, office Intimate dining and meeting rooms available. services, event and meeting facility. Catering Wireless Internet and cable TV available. available. No pets. Vacation packages available. www.LookawayInn.com www.carolinaoaksbb.com
Magnolia Cottage Inn, 3075 Charleston Carriage House Inn c.1872, 139 Laurens St Hwy, Aiken. 803-641-1319. A two-story NW, Aiken. 803-644-5888. Boutique hotel on Greek Revival Plantation home with original the main street in historic downtown Aiken. hardwood floors and a fireplace in each Amidst the charm and abundance of fine room. Enjoy the beautiful wrap around front dining, cultural and shopping opportunities. porch with a cold glass of lemonade or some 37 guest rooms and suites, full complimentary iced tea. The Inn has 4 large bedrooms with breakfast and variety of amenities for all guest. a shared bathroom. Breakfast is served using www.aikencarriagehouse.com vintage linens, crystal and china. Take a short walk to the gazebo where crepe myrtle General Elliott Inn, 939 New Bridge Road, trees, dogwoods and azaleas line the way and Aiken. 888-642-8108. This contemporary enjoy your stay. Accommodations available Queen Anne style home overlooks pastures of for boarding horses with advanced notice. playful thoroughbreds providing a peaceful, www.magnoliacottageinn.com romantic, respite. The inn has three guest rooms and a two bedroom cottage with emphasis on important amenities of a home- Rosemary Inn Bed & Breakfast, 804 like atmosphere. Full gourmet breakfast, Carolina Ave, North Augusta. 803-426-1546. snacks and wine served in late afternoon. Listed on the National Register of Historic Dinner on weekends by reservation. Places. Erected in 1902, Rosemary was the www.generalelliotinn.com home of James U. Jackson, founder of North Augusta. Restored Beaux Arts mansion has six elegant guest rooms, all with large private Claridge House, 162 Lee St N, Wagener. baths, full breakfast, hospitality center, wireless 803-564-8777. Circa 1897 Victorian style Internet, bicycle rentals, weddings and events. home. Four rooms, three share hall bath. Full www.RosemaryInnBB.com breakfast. Reservation dinners available. www.claridgehousebb.com
Rose Hill Estate, 221 Greenville St NW, Aiken. 803-648-1181. Historic downtown Winter Colony garden estate encompassing an entire city block. Continental breakfast, Rose Hill Stables Restaurant and Bar. Overnight and long term stay. Rooms with private baths or group accommodations for up to 21. www.rosehillestate.com
Rosemary Inn Bed & Breakfast
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 8 The Willcox, 100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken. 877-648-2200. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Voted one of the best hotels in the world. Old fashioned southern hotel offering suites and rooms elegantly appointed with period antiques, cloud soft beds and soaking tubs. A small intimate spa and a landscaped pool also accompany the property. Full southern breakfast buffet served in the grand lobby. 15 guest rooms, seven suites. Packages available. Dine at The Restaurant at The Willcox the Willcox. www.thewillcox.com
Camping & RV Parks Aiken State Park, 1145 State Park Rd, Palmetto Lake RV Park, 2620 Columbia Windsor. 803-649-2857. 25 campsites. Hwy N, Aiken. 803-649-6871. Large pull Packed sand, water and electrical hookups, thru sites with 30 and 50 amp service with fire ring, picnic table, heated restroom full hookups. Restaurant. Pets allowed. facility. Can accommodate RV’s up to 35 ft. Primitive camping area with picnic tables, fire rings and outhouse available for organized groups. Nature and canoe trails, paddle boats, seasonal swimming, birding, hiking, fishing, boating, picnic shelters. Canoe and kayak rentals. Park hours are 9am to dark. www.southcarolinaparks.com
Aiken RV Campground, LLC, 2424 RV at Aiken State Park Columbia Hwy N, Aiken. 803-226-0850. Full service RV park. Daily, weekly and monthly Pine Acres Campground, 205 Duke Drive, rates. Full hookups with 30 and 50 amp Aiken. 803-648-4056. Full hookups with service, level concrete runners, washerette, 30- and 50-amp service. Open year round. hot ceramic showers and cable TV. Open year Daily, weekly and monthly rates. Campers round. available for weekly rentals. Coin laundry, For a detailed list of accommodations refer to showers, dump station, propane and Internet the telephone Yellow Pages on site. Pets allowed. Dining Acropolis Pizza, 1647 Richland Ave W, Applebee’s, 1360 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. Aiken. 803-649-7601. Greek and Italian 803-642-8175. American. Lunch and dinner. cuisine. Northern style pizza. Lunch and www.applebees.com dinner. Atlanta Bread, 1944 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. Aiken Brewing Company, 140 Laurens 803-643-8100. Bakery, sandwiches, salads, St SW, Aiken. 803-502-0707. Hand-crafted cafe. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. beers. Sandwiches to fine dining. Lunch and www.atlantabread.com dinner. www.aikenbrewingcompany.com Auten’s, 969 Pine Log Rd, Aiken. Antonio’s Italian Eatery, 336 Georgia 803-502-1307. Country cooking. Breakfast Ave, North Augusta. 803-341-9720. Italian, and lunch. www.autensofaiken.com pizza, subs, salads. Lunch and dinner. www.antoniositalianeatery.com
9 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide A’s Country Kitchen, 2620 Columbia Hwy Cracker Barrel, 2364 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. N, Aiken, near I-20, exit 22. 803-649-7663. 803-648-0007. Home-style cooking. Breakfast, Country cooking. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. lunch and dinner. www.crackerbarrel.com
The Back Porch, 808 Belvedere Clearwater Crossroads Café, 1738 Sand Bar Ferry Rd, Rd, North Augusta. 803-380-1578. Burgers, Beech Island. 803-827-1429. Home cooking. barbeque po-boys and nightly specials. Lunch Breakfast and lunch. and dinner. Deshawn’s Seafood and Chicken, 10316 BBQ Barn, 10298 Atomic Rd, North Atomic Rd, North Augusta. 803-442-4444. Augusta. 803-278-7202. Authentic smoked Seafood and Chicken. Lunch and dinner. barbeque. Catering services are available. Ferrando’s Italian Pizzeria, Two locations: Blue Top Grill, 212 Aiken Rd, Graniteville. 152 S Aiken Ln, Aiken. 803-644-8881. 3555 803-663-3971. Short order. Lunch and dinner. Richland Ave, Aiken. 803-642-8484. Italian. Lunch and dinner. www.ferrandospizza.com Bobby’s BBQ Buffet, 1897 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Warrenville. 803-593-5900. Barbeque. Lunch and dinner. www.bobbysbbq.com Freeman’s BBQ, 1060 Sand Bar Ferry Rd, Beech Island. 803-827-1623. Barbeque. Lunch and dinner. Buckwheat’s BBQ and Catering, 651 Silver Bluff Rd, Aiken. 803-236-0941. Barbeque, chicken and wings. Daily specials. Open Gary’s, (The Original) 410 Georgia Ave, Monday-Friday lunch only. North Augusta. 803-278-1314. 106 Bettis Academy Rd, Graniteville. 803-663-7788. Bush’s Fish & Chips, 409 Main St, Old fashioned hamburgers. Breakfast, lunch Graniteville. 803-663-1073. Country cooking, and dinner. seafood. Lunch and dinner. General Elliott Inn, 939 New Bridge Rd, Carolina BBQ, 109 S Main St, New Aiken. 803-642-8108. Fine dining in a home Ellenton. 803-652-2919. Barbeque. Lunch atmosphere. Reservations required. and dinner. Great American Grill, 350 East Gate Dr, Casa Bella Italian Restaurant, 120 Aiken. 803-641-4220. Casual dining inside Chesterfield St SW, Aiken. 803-641-3107. Hilton Garden Inn. Breakfast, lunch and Italian cuisine. Lunch and dinner. dinner. www.aiken.hgi.com www.casabellaitalianrestaurant.com JC’s Seafood, 3189 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. Casa Di Pizza & Italian, 103 Edgewood 803-648-6303. Fresh seafood. Lunch and Square Shopping Center, North Augusta. dinner. www.jcseafood.net 803-279-4418. Pizza, pasta, subs, salads. Lunch and dinner. LaDolcé Bakery . Cafe . Tea Room 967 Dougherty Rd, Aiken. 803-335-1440. Chick-N-Snack, 208 Ascauga Lake Rd, Gourmet bakery, loose tea and coffee. Breakfast Graniteville. 803-663-9395. Country cooking. and lunch. www.ladolce-aiken.com Lunch and dinner. Legends Grille at the Aiken Golf Club, Chili’s, 2599 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 555 Highland Park Dr, Aiken. 803-644-2815. 803-648-8148. American. Lunch and dinner. American, casual dining. Lunch.
City Billiards, 208 Richland Ave W, Aiken. Linda’s Bistro, 135 York St, Aiken. 803-649-7362. Short order, pool tables. Lunch 803-648-4853. Steaks, chops, grilled food. and dinner. www.citybilliardsaikensc.com Dinner. www.lindasbistro-aiken.com
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 10 The Little Bake Shoppe, 135 Main St N, Wagener. 803-564-3849. 1552 Red Lobster, 950 Aiken Mall Dr, Aiken. Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 803-226-0703. 803-648-4320. Seafood. Lunch and dinner. Bakery/Deli. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. www.redlobster.com
Magnolia Natural Market & Café, 210 Red Shed Diner, 212 Ascauga Lake Rd, York St SE, Aiken. 803-649-3339. Natural Graniteville. 803-663-0584. Old fashioned foods. Soups, salads, wraps and sandwiches. store and market. Daily lunch specials. Dinner also served Thurs- Sat. www.magnolianaturalmarket.com Prime Steakhouse, 316 Richland Ave NW, Aiken. 803-642-4488. Aged steaks, whole Malia’s, 120 Laurens St SW, Aiken. lobster and fresh seafood. Lunch and dinner. 803-643-3086. Gourmet blackboard menu. www.primesteakhouseaiken.com Lunch and dinner. www.maliasrestaurant.com The Restaurant at The Willcox, 100 Manuel’s Bread Cafe, 505 Railroad Ave, Colleton Ave SW, Aiken. 803-648-1898. North Augusta. 803-380-1323. French cafe, Gastro Pub. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. alfresco eating. www.manuelsbreadcafe.com www.therestaurantatw.com
Maurice’s Piggie Park BBQ, 1223 Riley’s Whitby Bull, 801 E Pine Log Rd, Knox Ave, North Augusta. 803-279-4597. Aiken. 803-641-6227. Fine dining. Dinner Wood-fired barbeque. Lunch and dinner. and Sunday breakfast. Reservations required. www.PiggiePark.com www.rileyswhitbybull.com
Mellow Mushroom, 151 Bee Lane, Aiken. Roma Italian Restaurant, 116 Coach 803-474-8454. Pizza, subs and salads. Lunch Light Way, Aiken. 803-643-7828. Lunch and and dinner. dinner.
Midway Grill, 2060 Augusta Rd, Gloverville. Rose Hill Stables Restaurant and Bar, 803-593-4744. Short order. Breakfast, lunch 221 Greenville St NW, Aiken. 803-648-1181. and dinner. Dinner. www.rosehillestate.com
Monterrey Restaurante Mexicano, Ruby Tuesday, 2285 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 436 E Martintown Rd, North Augusta. 803-642-7266. 1183 Knox Ave, North 803-441-0000. Mexican. Lunch and dinner. Augusta. 803-442-9431. American. Lunch and dinner. www.rubytuesday.com New Moon Café, 116 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803-643-7088. Sandwiches, pastries, Russell’s Pizza Stop, 136 Lee St N, Wagener. specialty coffee. Breakfast and lunch. 803-564-5012. Pizza, subs and salads. Lunch www.newmoondowntown.com and dinner. O’Charleys, 168 S Aiken Ln, Aiken. Sakura Japanese Steak House, 1913 803-644-8874. Lunch and dinner. Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 803-648-3238. www.ocharleys.com Japanese. Lunch and dinner. One Hundred Laurens, 100 Laurens St, Aiken. 803-648-4265. Dinner and drinks. Salsa’s Mex-Mex Grill, 109 Tamil Dr, www.hotelaiken.com Aiken. 803-643-2722. Mexican. Lunch and dinner. Outback Steakhouse, 160 Aiken Mall Dr, Sawasdee Authentic Thai,730 Augusta Rd, Aiken. 803-644-4031. Steaks, American. Aiken. 803-663-6363. Authentic Thai food. Dinner. www.outback.com Sno-Cap Drive-In, Pink Dipper Old-Fashioned Ice Cream 618 West Ave, North Augusta. 803-279-4004. 1950’s style drive-in. Parlour, 501 Georgia Ave, North Augusta. Lunch and dinner. www.snocapdrivein.com 803-279-4100. Closed Holidays.
11 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Sunrise Grill, 404 E Martintown Rd, North Zorbas Pizza & Grill, 510 Silver Bluff Augusta. 803-202-9898. Breakfast and lunch. Rd, Aiken. 803-643-8777. Pizza, Greek and www.thesunrisegrill.com Italian. Lunch and dinner.
Takosushi, 210 The Alley, Aiken. Vinny’s Pizzeria Bar & Grill, 1367 803-642-8899. A blend of the southwest W Martintown Rd, North Augusta. and far east. Lunch and dinner. 803-278-7228. Lunch and dinner. www.tako-sushi.com
TRIO Bar & Kitchen, 222 The Alley, Aiken. 803-226-0386. Gourment burgers, wraps and steaks. Lunch and Dinner.
Travinia, 470 Fabian Dr, Aiken. 803-642-9642. Upscale Italian. Lunch and dinner. www.TraviniaItalianKitchen.com What’s Cookin’, 123 B Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803-649-1068. Gourmet cooking to go and dine in. Lunch and dinner.
Fast food and chain restaurants are available in most towns. Due to space limitations, all restaurants cannot be listed here. For a detailed list refer to the telephone Yellow Pages. Antiques, Galleries & Gifts Aiken Antique Mall, 112 Laurens St SW, Antique Emporium, 321 Richland Ave W, Aiken. 803-648-6700. Antiques. Over 50 Aiken. 803-643-9922. Antiques. dealers. Antiques & More, 640 E. Pine Log Rd, Aiken County Historical Museum Store, Aiken. 803-644-1060. Antiques, furniture, 433 Newberry St SW, Aiken. 803-644-1010. vintage items, glassware and hand-crafted Fashion jewelry, Aiken gifts, book room. items.
Aiken County Visitors Center, Suite 103 Anything Goes Gifts, 423 West Ave, Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803-642-7557. Visitor North Augusta. 803-278-4038. Gifts for all information, souvenirs, local artisans, fine occasions. crafts, books. www.discoveraikencounty.com Aiken Office Supply & Book Shop, 2560 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 803-648-8339. Aiken Dry Goods, 104 Laurens St, Aiken. Collectibles and office supplies. 803-226-0100. Equestrian gifts, tack, clothing and local artwork. www.aikendrygoods.com Arts and Heritage Center Gift Shop, 100 Georgia Ave. 803-441-4380. North Augusta. Aiken Mall, 2441 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. Local artisans , crafts. 803-649-0897. Several stores including: www.artsandheritagecenter.com Belk, Books-a-Million, Bath and Body Works. Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am-9 pm. Sun 1:30-6 pm. Barbara Sue Brodie NeedleWorks, 345 www.myaikenmall.com Hayne Ave SW, Aiken. 803-644-0990. Needlepoint and knitting. Classes available. www.barbarasuebrodie.com
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 12 Birds & Butterflies, 117 Laurens St MB Jewelry & Beads, 145 Laurens St SW, NW, Aiken. 803-649-7999. Unique Aiken. 803-502-0200. Custom jewelry, beads, nature and garden accents, gifts. instruction. Sterling silver equestrian charms. www.birdsandbutterfliesaiken.com www.mbjewelryandbeads.com
Bone-I-Fide Bakery, 127 Laurens St, Nandina Home & Design, 158 Laurens St Aiken. 803-644-7278. Fresh-baked, natural SW, Aiken. 803-649-0616. Home furnishings treats for dogs, unique dog-themed items. and gifts. www.nandinahome.com www.theboneifidebakery.com
Communigraphics, 1400 Georgia Ave, Plum Pudding, 101 Laurens St NW, Aiken. North Augusta. 803-278-7217. Gift items, 888-940-7586. Gourmet kitchenware. embroidery, screenprint, signs. www.plumpuddingkitchen.com www.communicgraphics.com Re-Fresh, 137 Laurens St SW, Aiken. Connie’s Framing, 118 Park Ave SE, 803-649-9663. Jewelry, southern artists and Aiken. 803-643-3696. Custom framing. artful gifts. www.refreshaiken.com Featuring art work from local artists. www.conniesframing.homestead.com Riverfront Antique Mall, 5979 Jefferson Davis Hwy, North Augusta. 803-279-0900. Cyndi’s Sweet Shoppe, 146 Laurens St, Antiques, collectibles, crafts. Cafe is available. Aiken. 803-226-0191. Vast assortment of candies. www.cyndissweetshoppe.com The Screenprint Factory, 157 Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803-649-7552. Souvenirs, Downtown Dog, 150 Laurens St SW, Aiken. t-shirts, sweats, caps, coffee mugs, pins, wine 803-226-0347. Toys, collars, leashes, natural glasses. foods and more. Singing Hills Antiques, 415 West Ave, Equine Divine, 126 Laurens St SW, Aiken. North Augusta. 803-441-8805. Antiques, 803-642-9772. Art gallery and upscale live ivy topiaries, baskets, woven rugs, books. decorations with a focus on equine pursuits. Unique Expressions, 1521 Whiskey Rd, Gallery Store, 122 Laurens St SW, Aiken. Aiken, 803-641-7908. Gifts, home decor, Located inside Aiken Center for the Arts. jewelry, collegiate and palmetto products. 803-641-9094. Works of local and regional artists. York Cottage Antiques, 409 Hayne Ave SW, Aiken. 803-642-9524. Fine china, The Ivy Cottage Inc, 206 Park Ave SE, crystal, silver, antiques. Aiken. 803-643-0535. Flowers and gifts. www.theivycottageflowersandgifts.com
Impressions of the South, 508 West Ave, North Augusta. 803-426-8298. Gifts, coffees, candies, teas and wreaths. www.impressionsofthesouth.net
Kit & Caboodles, 508 Edgefield Rd, North Augusta. 803-279-7157. Candy, candles, soaps, baskets, banners.
Lionel Smith, 132 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803-648-2100. Custom clothing, made-to Due to space limitations, all stores cannot -measure shirts, formal sales/rentals and more. be listed here. For a detailed list refer to the www.lionelsmith.com telephone Yellow Pages.
13 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 14 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 14 15 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 15 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide From the moss-laden oaks along the Savannah River to the fields of white cotton and ripe peaches, Allendale County is proud of a rich culture filled with history and Southern tradition. Formed from parts of Barnwell and Hampton counties in 1919, this makes Allendale the youngest county in South Carolina.
Beautiful historic homes, churches and cemeteries are plentiful in this corner of the region. Take in the beauty of the Spanish moss gracing the enormous live oak trees as you ride miles of equestrian trails with your horse. Notice the low lying cypress swamp areas where alligators, turtles and other species choose to dwell. After a day spent outdoors, reflect on your experiences around a campfire.
Allendale County has a strong tradition in agriculture and produces cotton, watermelons, peaches, peanuts, corn, okra and other crops. Stop at a roadside stand to enjoy some of the fresh produce.
Shop for one-of-a-kind handcrafted items by the area’s many local artisans at the Salkehatchie Arts Center. Visit USC Salkehatchie and view the “Searching for our Beginnings” exhibit, the only permanent collection of Clovis and pre-Clovis artifacts. Don’t forget to sample our southern BBQ and good old-fashioned home cooking while you’re in town.
Take your trip through Allendale County slowly to enjoy the easy pace of the South. Here it is much like it was in yesteryear. Points of Interest Savannah River, western border of Allendale Topper Site & Exhibit at University of County. Originally named the Westobou River South Carolina Salkehatchie, on the for the Westo Indians (a warlike tribe who lived Salkehatchie Campus, US 301, Allendale. in a village on the Westobou), the river was 803-584-3446. USC Salkehatchie’s library later renamed for the Savannah Indians. houses “Searching for our Beginnings,” the only permanent collection of Clovis and Allendale County Courthouse, US pre-Clovis artifacts from the Topper site. The 278, Allendale. One of the most attractive exhibit also includes photographs from the courthouses in South Carolina. The building dig sites and informational panels. Volunteers was gutted by fire in 1998. Renovation in 2004 wishing to take part in the annual dig can preserved the original shell of the building contact Dr. Goodyear for more information at while providing the county with a modern 803-777-8170 or by visiting facility. http://uscsalkehatchie.sc.edu/home/news- post/topper-artifacts-unveiled-at-exhibit/ Allendale Farmers Market, 5789 Allendale Fairfax Hwy (US 278), Allendale. Salkehatchie Arts Center, 939 N Main 803-584-4556. Fresh produce, plants, dairy, St (US 301 N), Allendale. 803-584-6084. and more. Picnic tables and a playground Over 70 local artisans in many mediums are available. Special events are scheduled are featured at the Center allowing them throughout the year. Open seasonally. to showcase and market their skills, crafts Thursday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturday and products. Visit the history room to 10am-3pm. www.allendale-enterprise.com learn more about the rich heritage of The Hut, US 278, Allendale. 803-584- this region along the Salkehatchie River. 3446. Built during the Depression era Open Tue-Fri 10am-4pm. Sat 10am-2pm. as a New Deal project. Now used by the Miss Arnold’s School House, an authentic University of South Carolina Salkehatchie. one-room school house, is located behind the center. www.salkarts.com
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 16 Farmer Drug Store, 116 Main St Virginia Durant Young House, US 278, (US 301 N), Allendale. 803-584-2191. Peek Fairfax. Fairfax Town Hall, 803-632-3111. in the storefront window at a re-creation of an Virginia Durant Young was an author and old ice cream parlor and barber shop. The drug journalist. This house is listed on the National store occupied this spot from 1915 to 1995. Register of Historic Places and is home to the Tours by appointment only. Fairfax Library. Mon - Fri 9am-5pm.
Salkehatchie Outdoors, rural South Salkehatchie Stew, USC Salkehatchie Carolina, rare natural wonders rich in history. Leadership Institute. 803-584-3446. A Back road recreation will put your feet on medley of artistic expression through theatrical ancient civilizations, revolutionary war trails productions, visual arts, music, and spoken and incidents of the Civil War. Discover word. The Stew works to preserve regional unspoiled artists, hunt with 5th generation stories to ensure future generations will naturalists, shop for antiques, kayak, enjoy know and treasure local tales from the voices storytellers and more. www.gosalk.com of ancestors. Storytelling and community productions are offered throughout the year. The Carolina Theatre, 420 US 301 N, www.salkstew.com Allendale. This newly renovated, 1920’s Art Deco theatre is a hidden gem in Allendale Lower Savannah River Alliance Greenway County. Step back into the past when you & Trail, a 4-mile-long walking trail that walk through custom etched glass doors and terminates at a 1938 Turnstile Metal Bridge take in all the attention to detail. From Art over the Savannah River. Half of the trail Deco sconces and fixtures to the “Carolina” is elevated giving you a unique view of the carpet made special for the theatre and themed swamplands below. There is also a FIT trail with artwork by USC students, this is a memorable obstacles and a primitive campsite at the Lower venue worthy of any performance. Events held Savannah River Alliance Nature Education year round. Center. www.lowersavannahriveralliance.org
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17 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Accommodations Allendale Motor Court, 1645 N Main St Executive Inn, 1921 N Main St (US 301 N), (US 301 N), Allendale. 803-584-4202. Allendale. 803-584-2184. Lodges, Camping & RV Parks Red Bluff Lodge,130 Boone Trl, Allendale. Cedar Knoll Hunting Lodge, 757 Cedar Jim or Terri Boone, 803-584-7363. A full Knoll Rd, Fairfax. 877-927-4241. Deer, wild service lodge offering outdoor activities boar and bob white quail hunting. Lodge sleeps year-round. Rifle, shotgun and pistol ranges. 30 and features banquet hall, big screen TV and Certified gunsmith and sports shop on site. central heat/air. RV park features 70 campsites Hunt deer, turkey, hog and alligator. Other with electricity, water, sewer hookups, light activities include fishing, kayaking, mountain and corral horse stalls; and an additional 70 biking, camping and naturalist tours. Lodge sites with electricity, water, sewer, a light and can accommodate groups of 1 to 22 people. permanent tie lines. Showers, restrooms and Full meal service available. coin laundry located near campsites. 3 dump www.redblufflodge.com stations. www.cedarknoll.com Dining AJ’s Deli, 382 Hampton Ave, Fairfax. Hardee’s, 200 Railroad Ave, Allendale. 803-632-1016. Breakfast and lunch. 803-584-4200. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Krispy Krunchy Chicken, Big G’s BBQ, 1620 Main St (US 301 N), 1206 Main Allendale. 803-584-5899. Barbeque buffet, St, (US 301 S), Allendale. 803-573-7133. salad bar. Lunch, dinner and carry out. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Subway, China Buffet, 399 Main St (US 301 S), 337 Main St (US 301 N), Allendale. Allendale. 803-584-5718. Chinese. Lunch and 803-584-0910. Sandwiches, salads. Breakfast, dinner. lunch and dinner. Sammy’s Place, Clara’s Fried Chicken & More, 399 1445 Augusta Hwy, Allendale-Fairfax Highway, Fairfax. Allendale. 803-584-7744. Country cooking. 803-632-6010. Buffet and sit down. Lunch Lunch. and dinner. T&B’s Soulfood/Seafood, 1346 Barnwell Hwy, Allendale. 803-573-7122. Seafood and Golden Town, Highway 321, Fairfax. soulfood. Open 7 days a week. 803-632-3038. Chinese. Lunch and dinner.
Antiques, Galleries & Gifts Hendrix Handmade Knives, Allendale. 803-584-3825. All knives made by stock removal method. All guards made of stainless steel. www.hendrixknives.com
New Direction Christian Bookstore, 192 Main Street N, Allendale. 803-584-4910. Clothing, books, church supplies, gifts and CDs. www.newdirectionchristianbookstore.com
On Time Fashion, 147 Augusta Hwy, Allendale. 803-584-2775. Men’s formal wear. Shoes, suits, ties, handkerchiefs, cuff links and more. www.ontimefashion.us
Salkehatchie Arts Center, 939 N Main St (US 301 N), Allendale. 803-584-6084. Retail shop featuring the works of over 70 local artists, authors and craftspeople. www.salkartscenter.com
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 18 19 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 19 The cool, black waters of the Edisto River provide the backdrop for Bamberg County’s history and charm. Join local residents for hunting, fishing or canoeing excursions.
Bamberg County lays claim to the hometown of South Carolina Governor, Nikki Haley. It is also the chosen home of many, including nationally known artist Jim Harrison who highlights the county’s rural landscape in his acrylic paintings.
Bamberg County has also been visited by some notables, including General Sherman. On his march to Columbia, Sherman’s Army was met at Rivers Bridge by a small band of Confederate Soldiers who tried to stall his progress. Rivers Bridge State Historic Site shows the scars from that battle in the form of battle breastworks.
Bamberg County features many cultural festivals. Be sure to plan your visit during one of these highlighted weekends. Points of Interest
Rivers Bridge State Historic Site, 325 Broxton Bridge Plantation, 1685 Broxton State Park Rd. Off of SC 641, 7 miles SW Bridge Road (Hwy 601), 6 miles south of of Ehrhardt. 803-267-3675. The site is 390 Ehrhardt. 800-437-4868. A second Civil acres and includes the battlefield, an award- War battlesite. Breastworks here have been winning battlefield interpretive trail, the preserved. Tours by appointment. Trail riding, memorial grounds, a community building fishing and sporting clays also available. and a picnic shelter. The significance of the Admission charged. See listings under site centers on the Civil War battlefield, where recreation and lodging. on February 2 & 3, 1865, a small force of www.broxtonbridge.com Confederate soldiers in field fortifications opposed the advance of Sherman’s army. Edisto River Trips, Bamberg Chamber of The well-preserved earthen fortifications are Commerce, 803-245-4427. Float down the the centerpiece of this important battlefield South Fork of the blackwater Edisto River landscape. Listed on the National Register from any of three launches found in Bamberg of Historic Places. 9am-6pm daily. Ranger County. Choose from Claude’s Landing, Bobcat guided tours available. Free admission. Landing or Brabham’s Landing. Organized www.southcarolinaparks.com trips held throughout the year by the Bamberg Chamber. Call for dates.
“Cotton the World Over,” 11995 Heritage Hwy, US 78, Bamberg. The mural is located in the lobby of the Bamberg Post Office. One of sixteen in South Carolina, the 6’ x 12’ oil on canvas mural was painted by Dorothea Mierisch in 1939 as a New Deal Art Program. The Bamberg Post Office is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Rivers Bridge State Historic Site
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 20 Bamberg Historic District, Railroad Ave and side streets, Bamberg. 803-245-1000. According to the South Carolina Department of Archives and History, most of the properties are vernacular residences with prominent porches and profuse carpenter’s ornamentation. The architectural style of some of the larger buildings includes: Georgian Revival, Second Empire, Neoclassical and Gothic Revival. The 1830’s South Carolina Canal and Railroad bed that carried the first steam engine, the Best Friend, runs through Dogwood Flower the middle of this National Historic District. Today the railroad bed is a 1.5-mile walking trail. Journey through time and rediscover the Denmark Depot, US 78, Denmark. beauty and romance of the Old South with 803-793-3734. This old train depot houses a walking or driving tour of the district. A a visitors information center and an Amtrak brochure that guides you through the district station. Contact City Hall for hours or more is available for purchase. information.
Downtown Denmark, This small town has several stores for your shopping pleasure. 803-793-3734. You can choose from an old time five and dime store, an antique store in a building with a history of its own, an art gallery or a hardware store that sells everything from lumber to fine china. As you stroll through the town, notice the hand painted wall bulletins and outdoor advertising signage. These are part of the Denmark Sign Project, an indoor-outdoor community display of 20th century advertising. Model T’s to Olar - see page 59
Accommodations
Carolina Inn, 17688 Heritage Hwy, Denmark. 803-793-6300.
Bed & Breakfasts, Camping & RV Parks
Broxton Bridge Plantation, 1685 Broxton Ehrhardt Hall Bed & Breakfast Inn, Bridge Road, (Hwy 601), six miles south of 13764 Broxton Bridge Road (Hwy 601), Ehrhardt. 800-437-4868. Southern nostalgia Ehrhardt. 803-267-2020. Restored plantation and a genuine bit of Civil War history. The mansion with six guest rooms, all with plantation home, built in the 1850’s, has private baths, fireplaces, TV’s, central heat/ five rooms with private baths. Step through air. Pool, full breakfast. Dinner and/or special the front door and go back 160 years to a business rates upon request. Also available for simpler time and enjoy walking trails around social affairs, weddings, receptions, parties, a 10-acre lake, hunting, fishing, sporting clays corporate meetings or events. Tours by special and nearby golf. 125 RV campsites, most arrangement. Close to Rivers Bridge State with water, electricity and sewage hookups. Historic Site, hunting and fishing. www.broxtonbridge.com www.ehrhardthall.com
21 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Dining
Bee Box, 2302 Low Country Hwy, Ehrhardt. Frye’s Drive-In, 1302 Main Hwy, Bamberg. 803-267-2502. Home cooking, short order. 803-245-4540. Home cooked made-to-order Breakfast, lunch and dinner. hamburgers, salad bar. Lunch. RV parking.
Betty’s Quick Stop, 3475 Main Hwy, House of Pizza, 11995 Heritage Hwy, Bamberg. 803-245-4991. Short order. Bamberg. 803-245-4800. Greek specialties, Breakfast and lunch. pizza. Lunch and dinner.
Cliff’s Seafood & Grill, 12743 Heritage Nelson’s Wee Bake Bakery, 4767 Carolina Hwy, Bamberg. 803-245-0701. Seafood, Hwy, Denmark. 803-793-4664. Mennonite quail, steaks and chops. Lunch and dinner. bakery featuring donuts, pies, cakes and other baked goods. Breakfast and lunch. Duke’s BBQ of Bamberg, 1178 Main Hwy, Bamberg. 803-245-3313. Barbeque. Lunch Pizza Hut, 2779 Main Hwy, Bamberg. and dinner. 803-245-5113. Pizza, wings. Take-out. Lunch and dinner. www.pizzahut.com Your Momma’s, 59 Moore St, Bamberg. 803-596-7472. American Food. Burgers and New China, 2307 Main Hwy, Bamberg. sandwiches. Lunch and dinner. 803-245-3831. Chinese. Lunch and dinner.
The Dugout LLC, 12093 Heritage Hwy, Ehrhardt Pharmacy, 12930 Broxton Bridge Bamberg. 803-956-5060. Deli-American. Rd, Ehrhardt. 803-267-2121. Burgers and Homemade salads and sandwiches. Lunch and sandwiches. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. dinner. www.ehrhardtpharmacy.com
Rusty & Paula’s Diner, 3308 Main Hwy, Bamberg. 803-245-3351. Country cooking. Breakfast and lunch.
Fast food restaurants are available in most towns.
Antiques, Galleries & Gifts
The Caroline Collection, 4659 Carolina Hwy, Denmark. 803-793-4739. Located in Denmark in the historic AT&T building, the Caroline Collection is one of the largest privately owned antique stores in the Southeast. This unique antique store came into being over several decades of a couple’s passion for all things old. The main location offers three floors of eclectic, ever- changing inventory in artfully arranged vignette settings. Three other locations on the same street ensure that if you want it, they probably have it somewhere. The Caroline Collection www.thecarolinecollection.net
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 22 Black Shadow’s Ornamental Iron Work, 6145 Main Hwy, Bamberg. 803-245-4278. A copyrighted line of ornamental iron work and deer stands. www.blackshadow.cameoz.com
Brooker True Value and Gifts, 4823 Carolina Hwy, Denmark. 803-793-3342. A family owned and operated business since 1903. Not just a hardware store, this location sells everything from clothes, jewelry & boots to old fashioned rice steamers and rock candy. Hooten Black House in the Bamberg Historic District Jim Harrison Gallery, 4716 Carolina Hwy, Denmark. 803-793-5796. Gallery displays include Harrison’s bronzes, etchings, originals, limited & unlimited edition reproductions. Visitors to the gallery can call ahead and arrange presentations from the artist as Jim loves to speak to groups. Jim Harrison was awarded the Order of the Palmetto by the State of South Carolina in 2008. www.jimharrison.com
Main Street Gift & Garden Shop, 3386 Main Hwy, Bamberg, 803-245-0570. Handcrafted pottery, mosaics, paintings by First Baptist Church of Bamberg local artist Angie Sandifer. Seasonal fresh flowers.
Pansy Clayton Heritage Art Gallery, 7689 Ehrhardt Rd, Ehrhardt. 803-267-2204. Original oil and acrylics of old southern scenes. Southern artifacts on display.
Poole’s 5 & 10, 4822 Carolina Hwy, Denmark. 803-793-3487. Old fashioned five and dime store.
Tagadu’s Gift Shop, 2165 Main Hwy, Jim Harrison Gallery Bamberg. 803-245-7155. Operating since 2003, this special gift shop offers a wide range of items from Vera Bradley, Pandora jewelry, Yankee Candle, to Dept 5 and Thymes Bath & Body. They also offer in-store monogramming. www.tagadus.com
Ehrhardt Pharmacy & Gift Shoppe, 12930 Broxton Bridge Rd, Ehrhardt. 803-267-2121. John Deere toys, Yeti, Evergreen flags, jewerly, purses, sunglasses and more. www.ehrhardtpharmacy.com Bamberg History
23 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 24 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 24 25 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 25 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Southerners have long been known to cherish tradition and local history, as well as times of having fun. Folks in Barnwell are no exception.
Legends surround several of the attractions here. The Healing Springs story dates back to the 1700’s when Indians believed in the secret healing powers of the springs. Many natives of the area still claim the waters are a cure-all for “what ails ya.” The unique vertical sundial in Barnwell was a legendary monument for its donor who, ironically since he loved monuments, was laid to rest without anything marking his grave.
The wonderful climate and natural beauty of the area brought Mennonite settlers from western states. They now share with visitors their crafts and great cooking ability, along with insight into their religious practices.
Diverse cultures, legendary sites and history weave the fabric of this county. During your visit, notice all the warm smiles! Points of Interest Williston Museum, 5121 Springfield The Depot Library,19420 Solomon Blatt Rd, Williston. Town Hall, 803-266-7015. Ave, Blackville. 803-284-2295. The Depot is Museum contains memorabilia from located in the former courthouse square. Hours Williston including an old dental chair, are available online. www.abbe-lib.org the last electric cash register in Williston, a gas refrigerator and an asparagus exhibit. Lill’s Herb Garden, Open by appointment Williston was once the Asparagus Capital of only for groups. Admission charged. the World. Open by appointment. 803-284-2422. Join Lill for a guided stroll through her beautiful garden. See a variety of Town of Elko Farmers Market, located herbs & flowers, birds & butterflies as well as near the intersection of US Hwy 78 and SC share tips. Picnic lunches and tea parties are Hwy 37 in Elko. Look for sign and white tents. available upon request. 803-266-2463. Fresh local produce, plants, flowers, dairy, fine crafts and more. Special events are scheduled throughout the year. Barnwell County Museum, 617 Hagood Open seasonally. Saturdays from 8am-2pm. Ave, Barnwell. 803-259-1916. Discover Barnwell and the South’s heritage through Mennonite Community, Contact Blackville exhibits, guided tours and special programs. Historical Tours listed in Guided Tours. Vocal and instrumental performances are 803-284-3267. A group of Mennonite families also offered at various times. Features a focus settled here from other parts of the country. gallery that changes every quarter. Tue-Th Their religion, similar to the Amish, makes 3pm-5:30pm and the second Sunday of every them a close community. Their school, church month. Admission is free. The museum is also and many of their farms are located close to available for birthdays, conference meetings, Healing Springs. reunions, receptions, etc. Call the museum for futher information. www.bcvm.org Blackville Heritage Museum, 655 Main Barnwell Farmers Market, 9987 Dunbarton St, Blackville. 803-284-2525. Exhibits include Blvd, Barnwell. Located at Fuller Park. Open artifacts and information about the early days seasonally Tuesdays and Saturdays 8am-2pm. of the town and general area. Tue 2-4pm. Fruits, vegetables, baked goods, artisans & Other times are by appointment. crafters, family fun and scheduled events.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 26 Agricultural Heritage Museum, 127 Circle Theatre, 325 Academy St, Barnwell. Heritage Rd (US 78), two miles west of 803-259-7046. Completed in 1848, the Blackville, at the Clemson University building was originally home to the Barnwell Edisto Research & Education Center. Presbyterian Church. The building was used 803-260-2534 or 803-300-1578. The as a courthouse after Federal troops set fire to museum interprets the historical and cultural the county courthouse in 1865. A lightning influences of agriculture on the area. Guided storm damaged the steeple in 1891 and it was tours are available upon request. never rebuilt, hence the present appearance of the building. The building is currently Healing Springs, Off of SC 3 N. Look for home to the Circle Theatre. The theatre signs three miles north of Blackville. Indians presents several performances during the year. believed in the springs’ natural healing powers www.barnwellcircletheatre.com and brought wounded Revolutionary War soldiers here to drink. Locals still believe in the Veterans Memorial Park, 11015 Ellenton St springs’ powers and drink its waters. In 1944, (US 278), Barnwell. Planned and developed by the acre of land the springs is on was legally the Vietnam Veterans of America Salkehatchie deeded to GOD by L.P. “Lute” Boylston. Chapter 828. Brick memorial pavers in honor Open during daylight hours. of veterans line the perimeter of the park and the walkway from the Huey UH-1H helicopter to the monument and flagpole area. The walking and running track on the perimeter of the park is used by locals and visitors. Host to annual events throughout the year, including the Barnwell Independence Day celebration.
Barnwell County Courthouse & Sundial, 141 Main St, Barnwell. The original courthouse, built in Boiling Springs in 1789, was succeeded by several buildings on the Healing Springs present site. The present courthouse was built in 1878-79. The unique vertical sundial in front of the courthouse was given to the town Barnwell Historic District, City of Barnwell in 1858 by Joseph D. Allen, who at that time Tourism & Community Development. was a state Senator from Barnwell. Legend has 803-541-6555. Within easy walking distance it that this is the only vertical sundial in the from Barnwell’s town circle, view the Church United States and though erected two years of the Holy Apostles where Union soldiers prior to standard time, it keeps within two stabled their horses, and the churchyard where minutes of that. many famous South Carolinians are buried. Other historic buildings include St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, the oldest Catholic Church in SC, and the former Presbyterian Church, now home to the Circle Theatre.
Salkehatchie Outdoors, Showcasing rural South Carolina’s natural wonders and history. Back road recreation will put your feet on ancient civilizations, Revolutionary War trails and incidents of the Civil War. Discover unspoiled lakes and local artisans, shop for antiques, kayak, enjoy storytellers and more. Barnwell County Courthouse & Sundial www.gosalk.com
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Carolina Lodge, 10645 Dunbarton Blvd, Bed & Breakfasts Barnwell. 803-259-2014. High-speed Internet, Wisteria Cottage Bed & Breakfast, 2136 continental breakfast. Jones Bridge Rd, Blackville. 803-284-2422. www.carolinalodgebarnwell.com A rustic two bedroom and one bath 1940’s Days Inn, 10747 Dunbarton Blvd, Barnwell. cottage ideal for a “quiet get away from it all” 803-541-5000. Continental breakfast, high- in the country. Also on the property is Lill’s speed Internet, microwave, refrigerator. Herb Garden. See points of interest listing. www.daysinn.com http://blackvillewisteriacottage.com Winton Inn & Suites, 9273 Marlboro Camping & RV Parks Ave, Barnwell. 803-621-2017. Renovated Barnwell State Park, 223 State Park Rd, 2013. Courtyard, refrigerator, microwave and Blackville. 803-284-2212. 5 cabins. Each high-speed Internet. Pet friendly. cabin includes bath and bed linens, cooking and eating utensils, Satellite TV, coffee maker, central heat/air, outside grill, fire ring and picnic table. No pets allowed in cabins or cabin area. 25 campsites. Packed gravel, individual water and electrical hookups, picnic table, heated restroom facility. 4 sites can accommodate RV’s up to 36 ft, others up to 28 ft. 8 of the sites are also full service, providing 20-, 30- and 50-amp service, water and sewer hookups. Primitive camping area with picnic tables, fire ring and water available for organized groups. Nature trail, fishing, Wisteria Cottage Bed & Breakfast boating, picnic shelters, seasonal swim-at- own-risk swimming area, meeting facilities. www.SouthCarolinaParks.com Dining
Anthony’s, 476 Reynolds Rd, Barnwell. The Country Cupboard,9724 Marlboro 803-259-9139. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ave, 803-541-7000. Deli, bulk and natural foods. Sandwiches, salad and potato bar. Berley’s Pharmacy Ice Cream Parlor, 16 Lunch. www.countrycupboardsc.com Burr St, Barnwell. 803-259-3541. Ice cream and drinks. China City, 10207 Dunbarton Blvd, Barnwell. 803-259-0219. Chinese. Lunch and Common Grounds Coffee House,1458 dinner. Jackson St, Barnwell. 803-259-1488. Coffee, pastries, sandwiches and wraps. Meeting space Duke’s BBQ, 19355 Solomon Blatt is available for up to 40 people. Ave, Blackville. 803-284-3546. Barbeque. Weekends. Lunch and dinner. House of Pizza, 10456 Ellenton St, Barnwell. 803-259-3300. Pizza and subs. Greek and Healing Springs Country Store, 2563 Italian. Lunch and dinner. Healing Springs Rd, Blackville. 803-284-3377. Sandwiches, hot dogs, seasonal soups and ice Mi Rancho, 11553 Dunbarton Blvd, Barnwell. cream. Lunch. 803-259-5050. Mexican. Lunch and dinner.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 28 Hogg Heaven, 1070 Barwick Ln, Barnwell. Mr. B’s Food & Spirits, 10132 Ellenton St, 803-259-2494. Barbeque. Lunch and dinner. Barnwell. 803-259-5071. American and seafood. Lunch and dinner. Lakeside Grille, 188 Gilmore St, Barnwell. 803-541-0700. Farm-to-table and seafood. Pizza Hut, 10550 Dunbarton Blvd, Barnwell. Lunch and dinner. 803-259-2811. Pizza and wings. Lunch and dinner. www.pizzahut.com Miller’s Bread Basket, 483 Main St, Blackville. 803-284-3117. Amish-Mennonite cooking, Russell’s Pizza, 571 Main St, Blackville. salads, homemade bread. Lunch and dinner. 803-284-3001. Pizza and sandwiches. Italian. Lunch and dinner. Meeting on Main, 1 W Main St, Russell’s Pizza, Williston. 803-266-4900. Soups, salads, 13031 Main St, Williston. sandwiches, entrees. Lunch and dinner. 803-266-7722. Pizza and sandwiches. Italian. www.meetingonmain.com Lunch and dinner. Fast food restaurants are available in most towns.
Antiques, Galleries & Gifts
The Blossom Shop,12983 Main St, Williston. Willison Charm Boutique, 12941 Main St, 803-266-7433. Flowers and gifts. Williston. 803-226-0003. Clothing, jewelry and gifts. Carol’s Florist, 210 Main St, Barnwell. 803-259-0212 or 800-377-4096. European Edisto Outdoors, 218 Main Street, Barnwell. baskets, gourmet foods, unique designs and open 803-391-8564. Casual and outdoor apparel, bags, design room. totes, towels, pillows and home accessories. Evelyn’s Jewelry & Gifts, 22 Burr St, Barnwell. The Little Red Barn Pottery & Art 803-259-5130. Fine china, jewelry, crystal, silver Gallery, 12080 US Hwy 278 near junction and decorative gifts. www.evelynsjewelry.com of US 278 & SC 37 west of Barnwell. Healing Springs Country Store, 2563 803-541-7900. Handcrafted stoneware pottery, Healing Springs Rd, Blackville. 803-284-3377. SC face jugs, local artisans, handcrafted Gifts, discount books, candles, meats and & repurposed furniture and collectibles. cheeses, sandwiches, candies and bakery items. www.pawprintpottery.biz
Hobnobs & Stitch Witch 12984 Williston St, Williston. 803-507-4712. Gifts, home decor and monogramming.
Lee’s Treasures, 216 Main St, Barnwell. 803-259-7455. Gifts, jewelry, candles, handbags and scarves.
Quilt Shop, 15070 SC Hwy 3, Blackville. 803-284-2929. Handmade quilts, unique gifts and quilting supplies. Open by appointment. The Little Red Barn Pottery & Art Gallery
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33 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 33 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Use these touring ideas to help you plan your time in Thoroughbred Country. Follow them in their entirety, or mix and match for your own customized experience. Historic Thoroughbred Country
Day 1: Climb aboard the Aiken Trolley to experience Aiken and its grace, charm and elegance during this guided tour. Tours are scheduled every Saturday and reservations are required. Tours depart from the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum. Spend time at the Aiken County Historical Museum or enjoy shopping in the thriving downtown district.
Pack a picnic lunch and travel to North Augusta’s Living History Park or enjoy birding at Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary. Tour the mansion at Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site or canoe the Edisto River Trail at Aiken State Park.
Treat yourself to dinner and sample our local flavor. Spend the remainder of your evening star-gazing at the planetarium or enjoying a live performance event. A night’s rest can be found at one of the many historic inns.
Day 2: After breakfast, visit Williston, once the Asparagus Capital of the World and stop at the museum for displays of the town’s local history. Continue on to Blackville for a guided tour. Tour offerings include Lill’s Herb Garden and the Agricultural Heritage Museum.
Experience the Mennonite culture at Miller’s Bread Basket or Healing Springs Country Store. Don’t leave Blackville without a cup of cool water from the Healing Springs. Follow the history of the Charleston-Hamburg Railway to Denmark and enjoy shopping for antiques or original artwork at the Jim Harrison Gallery.
A variety of local restaurants can be found in Bamberg for a hearty meal. Travel south to Ehrhardt for an overnight at a local bed and breakfast where you will hear stories of the community’s German heritage.
Day 3: Begin your day with a visit to Rivers Bridge State Historic Site outside of Ehrhardt. The site of the Battle of Rivers Bridge contains an award-winning Battlefield Interpretive Trail. Continue on to Allendale and shop at the Salkehatchie Arts Center. The center exhibits and sells various types of art created by regional artisans. Don’t miss the Topper site exhibit at the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie campus to learn about the Clovis and pre-Clovis cultures in the area and the annual Paleoamerican Expedition field archaeology program.
Enjoy a sandwich or BBQ plate before traveling to Barnwell for history and shopping on the Circle. Be sure to check the time at the unique vertical sundial. Legend has it this is the only vertical sundial in the United States and it keeps within two minutes of standard time. Visit the Barnwell County Museum or The Little Red Barn Pottery and Art Gallery to shop for pottery and nature photography before enjoying dinner. Check out the schedule for the Circle Theatre for evening performances. Spend the night in one of the cabins at Barnwell State Park.
Golf, trail rides, fishing, hunting, and biking are also available.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 34 34 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Columbia, SC: 60-75 miles from most points in Thoroughbred Country. Visit Riverbanks Zoo, the South Carolina State House and the South Carolina State Museum. Shopping and Trolley Tours are also popular options.
Lakes Murray & Thurmond: no more than 1.5 hours from any part of Thoroughbred Country to a major lake. Lake Murray sits due west of Columbia. Lake Thurmond is due north of Thoroughbred Country.
The Coast: 2.5 hours or less from any part of Thoroughbred Country. Plantations, the South Carolina Aquarium, the Charleston IMAX Theater, the Carolina Opry, the Alabama Theatre, thrilling amusement parks, sandy beaches and an abundance of golf courses, shopping and dining opportunities can be found in the many beautiful communities along the coast.
The Mountains: 2.5 hours or slightly more to the mountainous regions of South Carolina and North Carolina. Take a hike on waterfall speckled trails, take a boat tour on Lake Jocassee or sightsee during the fall foliage season. From the BMW Zentrum Visitors Center and the Bob Campbell Geology Museum to the Hollywild Animal Park and the Greenville hockey team, there is much to see and do.
Augusta, GA: 15 miles west of Aiken. Home of the Masters Golf Tournament. History comes alive at the Augusta Canal Interpretive Center. Float past more than 200 years of history and watch for wonderful wildlife as your guide shares canal lore and legend on the Petersburg Boat Tour.
Atlanta, GA: 3 hours from most parts of Thoroughbred Country. Visit the Georgia Dome, home of the Atlanta Falcons. Experience the CNN Center, Six Flags over Georgia, White Water and American Adventures Parks and the World of Coca-Cola.
For more information on tourism opportunities in South Carolina visit www.DiscoverSouthCarolina.com
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Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 36 Many people find exploring an old burial ground can be likened to walking through a three- dimensional history book. While some churchyards are the final resting home of famous heroes, many tell the past of ordinary townsfolk who were important to the area’s rich history.
Enjoy your time in Thoroughbred Country, exploring the wealth of historic sites, charming small towns and beautifully preserved churches.
Aiken County
Savannah River Plant, intersection of SC Martintown Rd, SC 230, two blocks south of 19 and US 278, south of New Ellenton. SC the intersection of Martintown Rd and Georgia Hwy Historical Marker. A nuclear production Ave, North Augusta. SC Hwy Historical plant that produced tritium and plutonium for Marker. The road was originally used by Indian national defense during the Cold War. Creation traders in the 1730’s. of the plant meant relocating all residents from their homes in Ellenton, Dunbarton, Meyers Hampton Terrace Hotel, 1000 block Mill, Leigh and other area communities. of Carolina Ave, North Augusta. SC Hwy Historical Marker. An exclusive winter resort, Western Terminus, US 1 and US 25 at the the hotel stood atop this hill from 1903 to Savannah River. SC Hwy Historical Marker. 1916. The hotel burned down on New Year’s The western terminus of the SC Canal & Eve 1916. Railroad Company railway stood near here.
Hamburg, US 1 at the Savannah River. SC Downer Institute & School, intersection Hwy Historical Marker. Hamburg was once a of Hammond Rd and US 278, Beech Island. thriving port and trading center. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Downer Institute was founded in 1843 and operated until 1865. Savannah Town & Fort Moore, SC 28 at the Downer Elementary School, the Institute’s Savannah River. SC Hwy Historical Marker. successor, stood here 1924-1950 and 1952- Listed on the National Register of Historic 1986. Places. Savannah Town was an Indian town that was located on several Indian trading routes. Beech Island Agricultural Club, US 278 at Fort Moore was built in 1716 to protect from the junction of Spann Hammond Rd, Beech future attacks and to guard vital trading routes. Island. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The club was organized in 1865 for the diffusion of James U. Jackson Memorial Bridge, US 25 agricultural knowledge and the regulation of business in North Augusta near the Savannah illegal slave traffic. River. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The first bridge was built in 1939. James U. Jackson earned the title “Founder of North Augusta.” Zubly Cemetery, Old Jackson Hwy, Beech Island. Jackie Bartley, 803-827-0184. Listed on Samuel Hammond, River Park Dr, North the National Register of Historic Places. This Augusta. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Samuel cemetery, which is over 200 years old, is the Hammond was an Indian fighter born in resting place of 18th century Swiss settlers and Virginia in 1757. Hammond died in 1842 and their descendants. Open by appointment only. was buried nearby. [email protected]
37 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide All Saints Episcopal Church, US 278, Original Survey of Aiken, corner of Laurens at the entrance to Redcliffe Plantation St and Park Ave, Aiken. SC Hwy Historical State Historic Site, Beech Island. SC Hwy Marker. The town of Aiken was laid out around Historical Marker. Woodrow Wilson’s wife a core of 27 city blocks. was baptized here. Aiken, corner of Laurens St and The Alley, Silver Bluff Baptist Church, Old Jackson Aiken. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The county Hwy, Beech Island. SC Hwy Historical Marker. seat, Aiken was chartered in 1835. Around 1750, George Galphin began to allow slaves to gather for worship on his property at Original Track Location, intersection of Silver Bluff Landing. This began the first full Laurens St and Park Ave, Aiken. SC Hwy Negro Baptist Church in America. Silver Bluff Historical Marker. The city of Aiken grew up Church was the beginning of the fertilization of around the SC Canal & Company railroad. the black church around the CSRA. First Baptist Church, 120 Chesterfield St, Beech Island Baptist Church, 170 Church Aiken. The churchyard contains the grave of an Rd, Beech Island. SC Hwy Historical Marker. unknown Confederate soldier who fell in battle The sanctuary was dedicated in 1832. as well as 20 Union markers.
Site of Ellenton, SC 125 at the Aiken- The Defenders of Aiken, extreme Barnwell County Line. SC Hwy Historical southeastern corner of the First Baptist Marker. The town was moved to make way for Churchyard, 120 Chesterfield St, Aiken. This the Savannah River Plant. marker commemorates the men who died defending Aiken. It originally stood upright, St John’s Methodist Church, 18 Gregg but is now lying at ground level. St, Graniteville. Considered to be the oldest church in a Southern mill community. This Aiken Institute, 314 Chesterfield St SW, Gothic style church was built as an imitation of Aiken. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The old Westminster Abbey. institute building, which was built in 1891, stands idle today. Adjacent is the larger Graniteville Mill, corner of Canal St and building, home of the Aiken County Library, Marshall St, Graniteville. SC Hwy Historical which was built in 1914 as the DS Henderson Marker. This mill was chartered in 1845 and Annex. provided housing, a school, a store and land for churches, creating a model mill village. Aiken County, Aiken County Courthouse Grounds, Aiken. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Storm Branch Baptist Church, Storm The county was created in 1871 and named Branch Rd, Clearwater vicinity. SC Hwy for William Aiken, the first president of the SC Historical Marker. The church began as a Canal & Railroad Company. plantation chapel and became a wholly black church in 1866. A permanent structure was St Thaddeus Episcopal Church, Pendleton built around the same time. St, Aiken. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Marie Cromer Seigler Home, SC 191, This church is the city’s oldest church structure, Eureka Community. SC Hwy Historical having retained its Greek Revival style through Marker. Marie Cromer Seigler was an educator subsequent remodeling. and national pioneer of agricultural instruction. Confederate Cavalrymen, St Thaddeus Millbrook Baptist Church, East Pine Log Church Cemetery, Pendleton St, Aiken. These Rd, Aiken. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The markers commemorate three Confederate church was formally organized in 1884. cavalrymen.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 38 General Rains Grave, St Thaddeus Church Fairfax, Gazebo Park, 7th and Sumter Cemetery, Pendleton St, Aiken. General Rains St, Fairfax. SC Hwy Historical Marker. was in charge of the Confederate Powder Chartered in 1893, the town grew out of an Works in Augusta. early community centered around Owen’s Crossroads. Battle of Aiken Marker, Richland Ave and Chesterfield St, Aiken. This marker Old St Nicholas Cemetery, south side of commemorates the 1865 Battle of Aiken. SC 641, ¼ mile east of Ulmer Rd. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The church, originally Church of St Claire of the Holy Cross, located nearby, was founded about 1804. 118 York St, Aiken. The church was considered a gem of architecture for its symmetry and Antioch Christian Church & Cemetery, proportion. The church is now used as a chapel SC 3, about two miles south of US 301. SC for St. Mary’s Help of Christians Church. Hwy Historical Marker. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Dr. W. R. Erwin Schofield School, Schofield Middle School. founded this ‘Second Oldest Christian Church’ 803-642-2770. SC Hwy Historical Marker. built in South Carolina. The Schofield Normal and Industrial School was founded in 1868 by Martha Schofield who Smyrna Baptist Church & Cemetery, Bluff dedicated her life to the education of African- Rd, southwest of Allendale. SC Hwy Historical Americans. In 1953, the school was deeded to Marker. Listed on the National Register of the state and the county and became Schofield Historic Places. The church was organized by Middle School. The original bell tower of the a group of well-to-do planter aristocrats. Many Schofield Normal and Industrial School still of the headstones and epitaphs reveal the types stands on the grounds. Contact the school of citizens that lived in the area. before visiting. Beech Branch Baptist Church, travel 11.5 Pickens-Salley House, University of South miles on Barton Rd to Cohen’s Bluff Rd. Carolina Aiken campus, Aiken. SC Hwy Turn left and follow signs. SC Hwy Historical Historical Marker. This plantation house is an Marker. The oldest Baptist Church in Allendale excellent example of Federal style architecture. County.
Pascalis Plantation, US 78, ½ mile east of Swallow Savannah Cemetery, one mile west Montmorenci. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The of the intersection of US 301 and Bluff Rd, home was used as Union General Kilpatrick’s Allendale. The Swallow Savannah Methodist headquarters during the Battle of Aiken. Church had its beginnings here in a log house in 1815. When the town of Allendale was Battle of John’s Town Memorial, two miles founded, around 1875, the church moved to west of Salley. This marker commemorates the town. The church members hated to leave the Battle of John’s Town, fought May 2, 1782, old spot and thus began using it as a burying by Patriots defending the two bullpens where ground. The cemetery is still in use today. British and Tories were imprisoned during the Revolutionary War. Bethlehem Baptist Church, Boundary St at the entrance to the Fairfax Town Cemetery. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The church was organized in 1854. In 1944, the name was Allendale County changed to First Baptist Church.
Bethel Baptist Church, 6486 Confederate Harmony Baptist Church, Harmony Hwy, Fairfax. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The Church Rd, Sycamore. SC Hwy Historical church has worshipped on this site since it was Marker. This church had its origins in a brush organized in 1851. arbor as early as 1830.
39 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Happy Home Baptist Church, Memorial Bamberg County Ave, near Railroad Ave W, Allendale. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Founded after the Civil War Mizpah Methodist Church, US 301 about in a brush arbor. The first permanent church one mile north of the Salkehatchie River. SC was built in the Zion Branch community near Hwy Historical Marker. Listed on the National Old Allendale. The church bought this site Register of Historic Places. The present in 1875. In 1911, the church received a state building was erected in 1856 and was the only charter and built the present church. building left when Sherman completed his march through the area. Barker’s Mill/Skirmish at Barker’s Mill, SC 321, Sycamore vicinity. SC Hwy Historical St John’s Baptist Church, St John’s Church Marker. Marks the site of Barker’s Mill and a Rd, southwest of Ehrhardt. SC Hwy nearby skirmish during the last months of the Historical Marker. Established in 1829-30, Civil War. the church was first named Three Mile Creek Church. Services were originally held under a brush arbor. St Nicholas Lutheran Church, intersection of SC 641 and Jenny’s Rd, 0.7 miles west of the Battle of Rivers Bridge, Rivers Bridge Salkehatchie River. SC Hwy Historical Marker. State Historic Site, near Ehrhardt. SC Hwy Several of the graves in the churchyard are of Historical Marker. Listed on the National WWI, WWII and Vietnam veterans. Register of Historic Places. Here Confederate soldiers defended the Salkehatchie River for Old Allendale, southwest of Allendale at the two days before being forced out of their intersection of Ashe Rd and Revolutionary breastworks. This battle was the only major Trl. SC Hwy Historical Marker. This was the resistance encountered by Sherman’s army. original site of Allendale. The town was moved to its present site in 1873. Mt Pleasant Lutheran Church, Mt Pleasant Rd, one mile west of Ehrhardt. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Listed on the Town of Allendale, County Administration National Register of Historic Places. One of building, US 301, Allendale. SC Hwy the monuments in the churchyard is of John Historical Marker. A 1000-acre land grant George Bamberg, who was the progenitor of was conveyed to Benjamin and G Washington the Bamberg family in the area. Allen in 1810. Old Simmons Family Burying Ground, Concord Baptist Church & Cemetery, Park St and E Railroad Ave, Bamberg. This Hwy 3 N. The church suffered heavily from cemetery is the only symbol of the old Simmons destruction wrought by Sherman’s Army. After Plantation upon which the town of Bamberg many years of decline the church became has grown. The area is now maintained by the extinct in 1948. A stone marker now sits on the city of Bamberg as a park. site of the church. Carlisle Military School, S Carlisle St between Elm St and Green St, Bamberg. Cave Methodist Church Site, US 278 just SC Hwy Historical Marker. The institution outside of Kline, SC. Historical Marker. The educated young men from the US and other church was founded in 1847 on land donated countries until it closed in 1977. by William and Marion Cave. The original church burned before the Civil War, and the Springtown Baptist Church, take US 301 replacement structure stood until a tornado five miles south of Bamberg to Hadwin Rd. in 2009. The church cemetary contains 243 The church was founded in 1803. The cemetery graves dating from 1870. contains about 300 graves, some dating back to the 1700’s.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 40 Buford’s Bridge, US 301/321 at the Salem United Methodist Church, Thunder Salkehatchie River, Olar. SC Hwy Historical Rd and Salem Church Rd, four miles Marker. The earliest settlement in what is now southwest of Denmark. Boyhood church of Bamberg County. Bishop Holland Nimmons McTyeire, founder of Vanderbilt University. Denmark City Cemetery, City of Denmark. The grave of SG Mayfield (1861-1942), who became the first senator of the newly formed Barnwell County Bamberg County in 1897, can be found here. Ashley-Willis House, W Main St, Williston. Mountain Home Plantation, Ehrhardt Rd, Listed on the National Register of Historic two miles west of Govan. SC Hwy Historical Places. A Greek Revival house built between marker. Established before the Civil War and 1833 and 1850, features a wide gable-front named for the hill on which it is located. form unusual for the period. General Judson Built by Samuel J. Hartzog in 1859. Cotton Kilpatrick used this house as his headquarters was grown and processed here and hauled by before burning most of the town and wagon to the railroad at Graham’s Turn Out proceeding to Aiken and Columbia. (now Denmark). Birth place of Henry Simms Hartzog, third president of Clemson College (now Clemson University). Lower Three Runs Baptist Church, Patterson Mill Rd, Snelling vicinity. SC Hwy AT&T Building, 124 N Palmetto Ave, Historical Marker. Three Runs was a mother Denmark, SC Hwy Historical Marker. Listed church to at least five congregations organized on the National Register of Historic Places. in present day Barnwell and Allendale counties This office significantly participated in the first between 1802 and 1849. historic transcontinental telephone call, which was made January 15, 1915. The building was Hilda, West Main St, Hilda. SC Hwy described as “the most modern telephone plant Historical Marker. Hilda was chartered in in the South” when it opened. The building 1910 and grew up around a depot built here now houses an antique shop. in 1903.
Denmark High School, North Palmetto Ave, Denmark. Listed on the National Barnwell County Courthouse, east side of Register of Historic Places. The building SC 3, between Pascallas St and Reynolds St, was used as a school until 1987. Current Blackville. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The plans for the building intend to merge the county courthouse was on this site from 1871 historical significance and commercial use to 1874. of the building in a theme built around an old school house atmosphere and character. Macedonia Baptist Church, Dexter St, www.denmarkhighschool.com Blackville. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Local African-Americans worshipped in the balcony Voorhees College, Voorhees Rd, Denmark. of the Healing Springs Baptist Church until 803-793-3351. SC Hwy Historical Marker. 1866 when the late Rev James Tolbert walked Listed on the National Register of Historic from Augusta, GA to Blackville to establish Places. The school was founded in 1897 in an a religious mission. Rev Tolbert prepared a effort to emphasize vocational curriculum for spot under a brush arbor for a regular meeting rural African-American students. place. After building an edifice in 1887, about www.voorhees.edu 200 excursionists from Augusta, GA came to participate in a dedication for the new church. Woodlands Plantation, Hwy 78, three miles south of Bamberg. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Home of William Gilmore Simms, South Carolina’s most notable author. Private home. 41 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Blackville, SC 3 and Main St, Blackville. SC Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles, Hwy Historical Marker. Blackville, founded in 9357 Patterson St, Barnwell, SC. Listed on 1833, was the first overnight stop on the SC the National Register of Historic Places. Built Canal & Railroad Company railroad. of cypress wood, with virgin heart pine pews, this beautiful building was used to stable Union Barnwell County Courthouse, at the horses when Kilpatrick’s Cavalry marched courthouse, Barnwell. SC Hwy Historical through Barnwell. Call 803-259-3477 to Marker. The first courthouse on this site was schedule tour. built in 1800. Later courthouses were built here in 1819 and 1848. Barnwell, Collins Park, Barnwell. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Originally called Red Hill Bethlehem Baptist Church, Wall St, and later the Village, Barnwell was founded in Barnwell. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Listed on 1800. the National Register of Historic Places. One of the few pre-Civil War churches organized St Andrews Roman Catholic Church, by and for African-Americans. Built in 1829, Academy St, Barnwell. The oldest remaining it was donated to black Baptists in 1860. The church structure in Barnwell. This is one of present building was constructed in 1889 using the only churches that was not accosted by some of the original materials. Sherman’s armies. Ellenton Agricultural Club & Town of Ellenton, SC 64 at the edge of the town of Barnwell. SC Hwy Historical Marker. The club was organized to promote the welfare and interest of the Ellenton farmers and to improve conditions generally.
Morris Ford Earthworks, Old Allendale Rd (Route S-6-70), 1/2 mile east of US 278. North of the Salkehatchie River Bridge. SC Hwy Historical Marker. Nearby earthworks at Morris Ford, on the Salkehatchie River, were built in the spring of 1780 by Loyalists. Soon after Charleston fell to the British, Captain John Mumford of the SC militia was killed in action. He is buried at this site.
Winton County Courthouse Site, five miles south of Barnwell on SC 3. SC Hwy Historical Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles Marker. Winton County became Barnwell District in 1798 and Barnwell County in 1868. Boiling Springs Academy Site, Boiling Springs Rd, Boiling Springs Community. SC Tarleton Brown, Boiling Springs Rd, Boiling Hwy Historical Marker. The academy building, Springs Community. SC Hwy Historical along with its records, was burned by Federal Marker. The grave of Tarleton Brown, militia troops in February 1865. officer, state representative and state senator, is located here. He enlisted as a private in Boiling Springs Presbyterian Church, the SC militia in 1776, was commissioned a Boiling Springs Rd, Boiling Springs Lieutenant in 1778 and promoted to Captain Community. SC Hwy Historical Marker. in 1780. Present sanctuary was built in 1897.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 42 South Carolina Department of Davis Bridge Landing, Located off of SC Natural Resources 4 on Veterans Rd between Salley and White Pond. Aiken County. Small craft access, Fishing & Hunting Licenses by Phone, parking and fishing areas. 1-866-714-3611 Highway 21 Boat Landing, SC 21. Aiken Fishing & Hunting Licenses Online, County. Ramp, gravel parking. www.dnr.sc.gov/purchase.html Keadle’s Bridge Landing, Located off SC 4 For rules and regulations pertaining to and Windsor Rd. Aiken County. Hard surface hunting and fishing in South Carolina, ramp, limited parking. contact SCDNR. Edisto Boat Landing, off of New Holland SC Department of Natural Rd, between Couchton and New Holland. Resources (SCDNR), Aiken County. Facilities include boat ramp PO Box 167, Columbia, 29202 for small craft, small parking area and area for General Information 803-734-3886 fishing from the bank. To Report Violations 800-922-5431 www.dnr.sc.gov Zig-Zag Landing, 15 miles east of Bamberg on SC 61. Bamberg County. Boat ramp, paved Fishing - Rivers parking. Edisto River, a natural cathedral of swamp, hardwoods and cypress, follows Salkehatchie River, bream in the spring this blackwater river. Pinfish, catfish, and fall. Largemouth bass and chain largemouth bass, eels and bream fishing. pickerel. The following areas have access Wood ducks, alligators and birds are to the Salkehatchie River: abundant. The following areas offer access: Bufords Bridge, US 301/321 northeast Aiken State Park, 1145 State Park Rd, of Ulmer. Bamberg County. Ramp, gravel Windsor. 803-649-2857. Aiken County. Enjoy parking. fishing in three lakes or the Edisto River for bream, bass and catfish. Boat rentals available. Ray’s Crossing Landing, Ray’s Crossing Rd, Hard surface boat ramp. Nature trail, canoe trail, off SC 300. Barnwell County. Hard surface seasonal swimming, picnic shelters, campsites. ramp, dirt parking. www.SouthCarolinaParks.com
Bobcat Landing, Bobcat Rd off of Bamberg Rd, north of Bamberg. Bamberg County. Hard surface ramp, paved parking.
Brabham’s Landing, Cannon Bridge Rd off of US 78, north of Bamberg. Bamberg County. Hard surface ramp, paved parking.
Claudes Landing, Claudes Landing Rd, off US 78 in Denmark, Bamberg County. Hard Edisto River surface ramp, paved parking.
43 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Savannah River – Upper, tree-covered Fishing - Ponds & Other Areas floodplain and hillsides provide pleasant scenery. Largemouth bass, hybrid bass, Barnwell State Park, 223 State Park Rd striped bass, crappie, catfish, redbreast, (Off SC 3), Blackville. Barnwell County. bream and perch are found in the river. Its 803-284-2212. Choices include a one- abundant oxbows of ‘dead lakes’ provide acre pond, as well as eight and sixteen excellent fishing. The following areas have -acre lakes. Find largemouth bass, crappie, access to the Upper Savannah River: bluegill and catfish. Boat rentals and seasonal swimming available. Nature trail, picnic Jackson Landing, Take Jackson Rd to Fisher shelters, meeting facility, cabins, campsites. . Rd, then to Landing Rd. Aiken County. Hard www.SouthCarolinaParks.com surface ramp, handicapped accessible dock, fishing area, gravel parking. Crackerneck WMA, Contact SC Department of Natural Resources for more Riverview Park Boat Ramp, Hammonds information including complete rules Ferry Rd, North Augusta. Parks, Recreation & and regulations and dates open to public. Tourism. 803-441-4300. Aiken County. Hard 803-725-3663. All individuals utilizing surface ramp, dock, paved parking. Primitive Crackerneck are required to sign in prior to campsites nearby. entering the area and sign out upon leaving. Anyone not following this procedure will be Silver Bluff Landing, Silver Bluff Rd to Bluff considered trespassing. Landing Rd. Aiken County. Small craft access. Lake Edgar Brown, US 278, Barnwell. A Savannah River – Lower, the natural 100-acre lake providing largemouth bass, impoundments of the Savannah River bluegill, shell-cracker and catfish fishing. Also provide a natural setting for panfish. used for boating and water skiing. Boat ramp, fishing pier and handicapped accessible. Redbreast, bream, catfish, warmouth and yellow perch are found in abundance as well as largemouth bass, hybrid bass and Whetstone’s Crossroads, 15 miles east crappie. Some striped bass run up the of Bamberg at SC 61 & US 21. Bamberg County. Fee charged. Public welcome. Hard river in spring. The following areas have surface ramp and tackle shop. access to the Lower Savannah River: Public Boat Ramps, 1-800-ASK-FISH. Cohen’s Bluff Landing, Cohen’s Bluff Rd off SC 3. Allendale County. Hard surface ramp, dock, paved parking.
Johnsons Landing, Johnson Landing Rd off SC 3. Allendale County. Hard surface ramp, dock, paved parking.
Little Hell Landing, US 301 to US 125, turn left at Furse Mill Rd and travel 15.5 miles. Little Hell Rd, one mile from Millett. Allendale County. Hard surface ramp, gravel parking.
Steel Creek Landing, Off US 125 near Martin. Allendale County. Ramp, gravel Kilkenny Park on Lake Edgar Brown parking.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 44 Hunting & Sporting Clubs
Aiken Driving Club, PO Box 271, Aiken, Cedar Knoll Hunting Lodge, 757 Cedar SC 29802. Horse-drawn carriages and carts Knoll Rd, Fairfax. 877-927-4241. Deer, wild meet each month. www.aikendrivingclub.com boar and bob white quail hunting. Lodge sleeps 30 and features banquet hall, big screen TV and Blackwater Hunting Services, 7585 Hwy central heat/air. RV park features 70 campsites 300, Ulmer. Terry Hiers, 803-541-4868. with electricity, water, sewer hookups, light Liberal game limits and lengthy hunting and corral horse stalls; and an additional 70 seasons. No overbooking. 4 bedroom, 5 bath sites with electricity, water, sewer, a light and lodge. Deer, turkey, fishing. permanent tie lines. Showers, restrooms and www.blackwaterhunting.com coin laundry located near campsites. 3 dump stations. www.cedarknoll.com Broxton Bridge Plantation, Ehrhardt. 800-437-4868. A hunting preserve offering hunting, fishing, sporting clays, pistol and Tinker Creek Hunting Plantation, 97 rifle range and continental tower shoots. The Weathersbee Rd, Williston. 803-266-4840. southern part of the plantation is a Civil War Hunting quail, dove, deer and turkey on 2,800 battleground with breastworks intact. Guided acres in Barnwell County. tours available with prior notice. Jerry Varn, www.tinkercreekhunting.com owner. www.broxtonbridge.com The Gun Rack of Aiken, 1563 Edgefield Carolina Star Gun & Hunt Club, 371 Hwy, Aiken. 803-648-7100. Facility includes Cedar Branch Rd, Windsor. 803-649-0878. a retail showroom, classroom and state of the Situated on 234 acres, this facility hosts a art indoor shooting range. Ten 25-yard lanes: variety of shooting sports activities and can four rifle-rated and six pistol-rated. Gunsmith accommodate a variety of functions. Hunting, on site. Variety of classes available for all sporting clays, trap shooting. For membership different skill levels. www.tgrofaiken.com information. www.carolinastar.com Red Bluff Lodge,130 Boone Trl, Allendale. Cowden Plantation, 383 Brown Rd, Jim or Terri Boone, 803-584-7363. A full Jackson. 803-471-3616. Over 10,000 acres service lodge offering outdoor activities year- of deer, hog, turkey, duck, dove, quail, bass, round. Rifle, shotgun and pistol ranges. bluegill and farm catfish. Appointment Certified gunsmith and sports shop on site. required. Accommodations available. Hunt deer, turkey, hog and alligator. Other www.jarrettrifles.com/cowden.html activities include: fishing, kayaking, biking, camping and naturalist tours. Lodge can Crackerneck WMA, Wildlife Management accommodate groups of 1 to 22 people. Full Area and Ecological Reserve owned by the US meal service available. www.redblufflodge.com Department of Energy. 10,470 acres. Contact SC Department of Natural Resources for dates open to the public and complete rules and regulations. 803-725-3663. Fishing and hunting for deer, turkey, waterfowl and small game. Sign-in required prior to entering and sign-out upon leaving. Anyone not following this procedure will be considered trespassing. Quail Trough Hunting Preserve, 2032 Edgefield Hwy, Aiken. Dennis Willing, 803-648-5483. Over 500 acres. Oct 1 thru April 1. Red Bluff Lodge
45 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Fox Hunts Whiskey Road Foxhounds, 520 Hitchcock Rd, Aiken. Mrs. Lynn Smith, MFH, 803-649-0638. Fox hunting (mounted) in Aiken, Blackville and Allendale (Oct thru March). Hunts on Th and Sun mornings. www.whiskeyroadfoxhounds.com Polo Aiken Polo Club, Polo information line, Wagener Polo Club, 5720 Wagener Rd, 803-643-3611. Polo seasons are Sept through Wagener. Polo Hotline, 803-566-8610. Nov and March through mid-June. Games Wagener Polo offers organized practices, are at Whitney Field off Whiskey Rd. Call for spectator-friendly polo, well-managed game times. www.aikenpoloclub.org tournaments and a fun, fair and friendly environment. Club Polo is played Sept - June. New Bridge Polo & Country Club, 862 www.wagenerpolo.com New Bridge Rd, Aiken. 803-648-3699. www.newbridgepolo.com
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 46 Equine Facilities
Almost Heaven Stables, 220 Golf Course Highfields, 198 Gaston Rd, Aiken. Rd, Warrenville. 803-663-3001. Focusing on 803-649-3505. Home of PSJ Progressive total horse care. Lessons, trail rides, boarding, Jumps and Progressive Stabling. A 60-acre horse camps, birthday parties. Facilities facility featuring three all weather rings, grass include trails, covered picnic shelters and game jumper field, three permanent barns, polo field, area. Call for reservations. turn out paddocks and RV hook-ups. Available www.almostheavenstables.com for equestrian and non-equestrian events, clinics, stick and ball, schooling and more. Stable View, 117 Stable View Dr, Aiken. www.psjshows.com 484-356-3173. Stable View is a new, top-notch equestrian training facility available for lease in The Hippodrome, 5540 Jefferson Davis its entirety. The main barn provides the “Stable Hwy, US 1, five miles from I-20, exit 1, North View” of our 35 paddocks, 3 other barns, and Augusta. 803-278-4785. Facilities include the rolling country side from the loft. There open air equestrian arena and stables situated are six stalls for horse boarding with a unique on 32 acres. More than 30 equine events are design that allows riders to walk out the back scheduled throughout the year. Events include door of their bedroom into a hallway that leads barrel horse racing, team penning, cutting to the stall. There is also a covered arena that horse competitions and open benefit horse hosts many events. www.stableviewfarm.com shows. The facility also hosts other events throughout the year. Deerwood Stables, 4627 Whiskey Rd, Sea Horse Aiken, 547 Two Notch Rd, Aiken. Aiken. 803-522-8453. Trail rides, birthday 803-443-4940. Offers a range of horses and parties, pony rides and western-style riding services. Historic guided trail rides, weekly lessons. Open to the public. classes, kids programs and seasonal leases. www.deerwood-stables.com Horses available for all levels and sizes of riders. www.seahorseaiken.com Aiken Training Track, 538 Two Notch Rd, Aiken. 803-648-4631. Home for the Aiken Aiken Horse Park, 931 Powderhouse Rd, Trials and Breakfast at the Gallops. Aiken. Home of Bruce’s Field. Equestrian www.aikentrainingtrack.com event facility. www.aikenhorsepark.org
47 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Canoe & Kayak Rentals
Adventure Carolina, Inc, 1107 State St, Cayce. 803-796-4505. Guided canoe and kayak trips down the Edisto River. Reservations and deposit required. www.adventurecarolina.com
Aiken State Park, 1145 State Park Rd, Windsor. 803-649-2857. Office Hours: 11am- Noon. Canoe, kayak and paddle boat rentals available seasonally. Enjoy paddling your own canoe, kayak or rental boat on the 1.7-mile canoe trail on the South Fork of the Edisto River. www.southcarolinaparks.com
Golf Aiken County
Aiken Golf Club, 555 Highland Park Mount Vintage Plantation & Golf Club, Dr, Aiken. 803-649-6029. 18 holes. Par 375 Mount Vintage Plantation Dr, North 70. Designed by Donald Ross. Walk/cart. Augusta. 803-279-5422. 18 holes. Par 72. Reservations required. Originally built in Designed by Tom Jackson. 1912 and extensively restored in recent years, www.mountvintage.com the course makes judicious use of pines, sand and waste areas to evoke a Pinehurst feeling. The River Golf Club, 307 Riverside Blvd, www.aikengolfclub.com North Augusta. 803-202-0110. 18 holes. Par 71. Designed by Jim Fazio. Bent grass greens. Cart. The Golf Club at Cedar Creek, 2475 Club Built as a Hilton Head style links course with Dr, Aiken. 803-648-4206. 18 holes. Par 72. mostly flat fairways and water on 11 holes. Designed by Arthur Hills. Bermuda greens. www.rivergolfclub.com Walk/cart. Cedar Creek has been garnering awards, almost since its opening in 1991. The course features long, par 4 holes and sloping Midland Valley Country Club, 151 fairways that can send shots into the rough and Midland Dr, Graniteville. 803-663-7332. elevated, undulating greens. 18 holes. Par 72. Designed by Ellis Maples. Bermuda greens. Walk/cart. Large undulated Houndslake Country Club, 901 greens are the main feature of this design. Houndslake Dr, Aiken. 803-648-6805. Three Reservations may be made one day in advance. 9-hole courses. Par 36, Bermuda greens. www.playmidlandvalley.com Designed by Joe Lee. Walk/cart. No walk-in traffic. Play on course limited to members, Aiken Family Golf Range 1685 Columbia guests of members and lodge guests. See listing Hwy N, Aiken. 803-508-5635. Tues-Sun under lodging. www.houndslakecc.com 10am-dark. Lessons available upon request. www.aikengolfrange.com
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 48 Aiken County (continued) Barnwell County
New Ellenton Golf Course, 301 Fairway Sweetwater Country Club, 571 Clubhouse Dr, New Ellenton. 803-652-7867. 9 holes. Ln, Barnwell. 803-259-5004. 18 holes. Par 71. Par 36. Designed by Waters. Bermuda greens. Designed by Russell Breeden. Bermuda greens. Walk/cart. This design is relatively benign in terms of elevation and length, but more than makes up Bamberg County for that with its water, sand and elevated greens. Walk/cart. www.sweetwatercountryclub.org Crestwood Golf Course, 6505 Carolina Hwy, Denmark. 803-793-0108. 9 holes. Par Williston Country Club, 15 Fairway Dr, 35. Bermuda greens. Walk/cart. Williston. 803-266-7616. 9 holes. Par 36. Bermuda greens. Walk/cart. Paw Paw Country Club, 128 Paw Paw Rd,
Bamberg. 803-245-4171. 18 holes. Par 72. Photo courtesy of Christopher Hall Designed by Russell Breeden. Bermuda greens. Walk/cart. This design uses tight fairways and 84 bunkers plus water on 7 holes on the back 9 to demand accuracy off the tee.
Allendale County
Fairdale Country Club, 3312 Barton Rd, Fairfax. 803-584-7117. 9 holes. Par 72. Bermuda greens. Walk/cart. Fairdale Country Club Miniature Golf Hole-N-One Family Fun Center, 3197 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 803-643-1715. 18 holes of miniature golf, baseball and softball batting cages, interactive video and redemption prize arcade and snack bar. Miniature golf and batting cages are lit for night play. Birthday parties and group rates. Open year round. Call for hours. Other Recreation Regal Cinemas Aiken Mall, 300 E Gate Dr, Strikehouse Bowl, 2205 Whiskey Rd, Aiken. 844-462-7342. Theater complex with Aiken. 803-226-0622. Bowling alley with grill multiple screens featuring new release films, and bar inside. www. strikehousebowl.com plush seating and concession stand. Richardson’s Lake, 919 Richardsons Lake Carolina Dragway, 302 Dragstrip Rd, Rd, Warrenville. 803-663-3600. Natural Jackson. 803-471-2285. 1/4-mile drag racing swimming area. Open May thru Sept. track. Regular schedule of races and events. www.carolinadragway.com Lake Edgar Brown, US 278, Barnwell. A 100-acre lake providing largemouth bass, Climbing Wall, Price Avenue, Aiken. bluegill, shell-cracker and catfish fishing. Also 803-642-7631. Ages 3 and up. Designed for used for boating and water skiing. Boat ramp, beginner and experienced climbers. fishing pier and handicapped accessible. www.cityofaikensc.gov GAIT Foundation, The Greater Aiken Gravatt Adventure & Discovery Center, Integrated Trails (GAIT), committed to the 1006 Camp Gravatt Rd, Aiken. 803-648-1817. development and operation of a county-wide, Challenge course designed to develop leadership integrated recreation trail system to serve the skills and increase self-esteem and confidence. interest of equine, hiking, biking, jogging and www.bishopgravatt.org walking enthusiasts.www.gaitfoundation.org
49 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Ducks at Lake Edgar Brown
North Augusta Greeneway
Fairdale Country Club Allendale County
Crepe Myrtles in Bamberg County
Boating on Lake Edgar Brown in Barnwell County
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 50 Heritage Preserves Visitation and use of Heritage Preserves are governed by regulations set forth by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) to promote public enjoyment of the land while preserving the features of the land. For full information and regulations on Heritage Preserves throughout South Carolina, visit the SCDNR web site at www.dnr.sc.gov or contact SCDNR directly at 803-734-3886.
Aiken Gopher Tortoise Heritage Preserve, US 78, Windsor. Turn left on Spring Branch Rd. Drive five miles, turn right on Oak Ridge Club Rd. The preserve is one mile down, located on both sides of the road. Hiking and limited horseback riding. No motorized vehicles. This 1,500-acre preserve is home to the rare and state-listed endangered gopher tortoise. The preserve is the northern most known location of the large terrestrial tortoises.
Ditch Pond Heritage Preserve, From Williston, drive west on US 78 for three miles, parking is on the right. Foot traffic only. No camping. An observation area provides a place Cathedral Bay Heritage Preserve, SC 64, to view Ditch Pond, approximately 25 acres, 1.6 miles south of Olar. Also known as Chitty one of the very few Carolina bays that have Bay or Chitty Pond. The 58-acre Cathedral retained its natural state. Throughout the Bay is an excellent example of the Carolina Bay preserve you may see one or more of eight rare phenomenon found throughout the Atlantic plant species grown here. Coastal Plain. The long axes of all Carolina Bays parallel one another acting as basins that Janet Harrison High Pond Heritage collect rainwater runoff holding it above the Preserve, bounded by SC 39, Carolina Bay normal water table. Carolina Bays are wetlands Trl and Trojan Rd, near Monetta. This 30-acre that vary in size, ranging from less than an acre preserve was established to protect a Carolina to several hundred acres and often support Bay, the high pond vegetative community abundant wildlife. Cathedral Bay is a striking occurring within the bay and populations of example of a pond cypress pond. Access to several rare plant species. A windmill located Cathedral Bay is by wading or canoes. No near the tract (on the south side of Carolina motorboats allowed. Bay Trail) is a local landmark, and has led to the preserve being colloquially-known as Savannah River Bluffs Heritage Preserve, “Windmill High Pond.” From Exit 1 on I-20 drive south on SC 230. Turn right on Old Plantation Rd at the Henderson Heritage Preserve, From Aiken, Wildlife Viewing Area sign. Turn right at fork travel north on SC 19 for two miles. Turn left to parking lot. Hiking-only loop to a bluff beside Aiken Memorial Cemetery, Mayfield overlooks the Savannah River. In season view Rd. Located on both sides of the road. This rare Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies. Also along the 417-acre preserve was acquired and dedicated river see deer, foxes and raccoons. This preserve to protect a longleaf pine/scrub oak sandhills includes some very rare plants such as Relict ecosystem. Trillium, which is on the federal endangered species list. Other rare or special-status plants also grow here.
51 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide State Parks The state of South Carolina set aside some of the best examples of its natural, cultural and recreational resources, and presents them to you as state parks. These properties protect and preserve the rich heritage of the Palmetto State. Reservations may be made online at www.southcarolinaparks.com or by calling toll free 1-866-345-7275. Aiken State Park, 1145 State Park Rd, Barnwell State Park, 223 State Park Rd, Windsor. 803-649-2857. US 78, 16 miles east Blackville. 803-284-2212. SC 3, seven miles of Aiken. Built in 1934, this park, located along east of Barnwell. Built in the 1930’s, this park, the free-flowing Edisto River, is a combination located on the coastal plain, includes three of a river swamp and dry sandhills. Facilities lakes for your enjoyment. Facilities include include standard campsites with water and five cabins, fully equipped for four people, electricity and a centralized dump station. campsites with standard and full hook-ups, Nature trail, canoe trail and picnic shelters nature trail, picnic shelters, seasonal “swim at available. Activities include birding, hiking, own risk” swimming area and meeting facility. fishing, paddling, seasonal swimming and Primitive camping area with picnic tables, fire boating. Canoe and kayak rentals available. ring and water available for organized groups. Activities include fishing and boating. Boat Redcliffe Plantation State Historic rentals available. Site, 181 Redcliffe Rd, Beech Island. 803-827-1473. US 278, three miles southeast Rivers Bridge State Historic Site, 325 of Beech Island. This park was originally the State Park Rd, Ehrhardt. 803-267-3675. SC home of Governor James Henry Hammond 641, seven miles SW of Ehrhardt, 13 miles in the 1800’s. Throughout the year special from Allendale. At this site Union troops programs are offered on topics such as the clashed with Confederate soldiers defending African-American history of the site, heirloom the Salkehatchie River. Rivers Bridge features gardening, genealogy/research and cemetery an award-winning interpretive battlefield trail, preservation. Facilities include a visitors center, memorial grounds, a community building and mansion, slave quarters and stables. Activities picnic shelter. Activities include self-guided include picnicking, hiking and home tours. battlefield tours and picnicking. Special tours and seminars throughout the year. Nature Trails Carolina Bay Nature Reserve, Price Ave, Aiken. City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism, 803-642-7631. Walk the trail, watch the wildlife or just enjoy the pleasure of woods and water. An observation deck overlooks the bay which can be reserved for rental. North Augusta Greeneway, North Augusta. 803-441-4300. A redeveloped railroad right-of- way, this paved walking and bicycling path is currently over seven miles. The Greeneway runs along the Savannah River. Designated a National Recreation Trail. Part of the Transcontinental Bluebird Trail. www.northaugusta.net Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary, 4542 Silver Bluff Rd, Jackson. 803-471-0291. A 3,250-acre wildlife sanctuary owned by the National Audubon Society. Walking trails available. Please call ahead for current hours. www.sc.audubon.org Hitchcock Woods, Aiken. 803-642-0528. Hitchcock Woods is among the largest urban forests in the nation, with about 2,100 acres of forestland resources. Equestrians, hikers and dog walkers enjoy the 70 miles of sandy trails. Kiosks with maps are available at all seven entrances. www.hitchcockwoods.org.
Lower Savannah River Alliance Greenway & Trail, a 4-mile long walking trail that terminates at a 1938 Turnstile Metal Bridge over the Savannah River. Half the trail is elevated giving you a unique view of the swamplands below. www.lowersavannahriveralliance.org
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Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site
Wood Storks
Barnwell State Park
Rivers Bridge State Historic Site Aiken State Park 53 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide City & County Parks Aiken County Recreation Center, Hartzog Park, Olar. Depression era park with 917 Jefferson Davis Hwy (US 1/78), picnic tables. Graniteville. 803-663-6142. Swimming pool, exercise classes, rentable space for parties Jack Phillips Park, 17 Galilee Rd, Barnwell. and meetings, picnic area, basketball court, Picnic tables and benches. playground, bluebird trail, walking track. Jim Harrison Park, Palmetto Ave (US 321), Allendale Green, US 278, Allendale. Denmark. Award winning downtown park Fountain, gazebo, benches. includes gazebo and fountain.
Boyd Pond Park, 340 Boyd Pond Rd, Aiken. Kilkenny Park, Corner of Jackson & 803-642-0314. Ballfields, soccer and multi- Wellington, Barnwell. 803-259-3317. Fishing purpose field, basketball court, observatory, access, non-motorized boat access, picnic area walking track, pond with boat dock and with grills and walking path. fishing allowed, 18-hole disc golf course, Lemon Park Sports Complex, 123 Park St, hiking trails, multiple picnic shelters, bluebird Barnwell. 803-259-3317. Playgrounds, multi- trail, geocaching and beautiful natural habitat. purpose field, baseball field with press box, Brick Pond Park, 88 Georgia Ave, North T-Ball field and walking path. Augusta. Wetlands, walking trail and birding. Main Street Park, Railroad bed, Blackville. Citizens Park, 1060 Banks Mill Rd, Walking trail, benches and gazebo. Aiken. 803-642-7761. 15 multi-purpose Ness Sports Complex, 133 Ness Dr. fields, batting cages, covered eating areas, Bamberg. T-Ball, soccer, baseball, slow pitch. walking track, soccer fields, sprayground and Full summer sports program for all ages. playgrounds. Riverview Park & Activities Center, Collins Park, 486 Main St and Marlboro 101 Riverview Park Dr, North Augusta. Ave, Barnwell. 803-259-3317. Open play 803-441-4311. Baseball and soccer fields, area, garden, historical markers, lighted gazebo tennis courts, racquetball courts, disc golf, with electricity, four park swings and partially picnic shelters, playground, horseshoe pits, covered picnic areas. four gyms, weight room, indoor walking/ Darnell Park, 192 Hagood Ave, Barnwell. jogging track, walking trail. Gazebo, open play area and picnic tables. Robert E Foster Park, Main St and 3rd St, Fuller Park, 9987 Dunbarton Blvd, Barnwell. Bamberg. Tennis and volleyball courts, picnic 803-259-3317. Two outdoor basketball courts, tables and playground. nine-hole disc golf course, picnic tables, grills, Roy Warner Park, 4287 Festival Trail Rd walking/multi-use trail, wetlands and large (SC 39), Wagener. 803-564-6149. Ballfields, open play area. basketball courts, playground. Community H. Odell Weeks Center, 1700 Whiskey Center available for rental. Rd, Aiken. 803-642-7631. Gymnasiums, Smith-Hazel Park, Pool and Recreation classrooms, racquetball court, aerobics room, Center, 400 Kershaw St, Aiken. handicapped accessible playground, disc 803-642-7635. Basketball court, tennis courts, golf, outdoor basketball courts, tennis center, picnic tables, walking track, seasonal pool, walking trail and picnic shelters. gym, playground and rental facilities. Harrison-Caver Park, 4181 Augusta Rd, Williston Town Park, US 78 next to (SC 421), Clearwater. 803-593-4698. Tennis Williston-Elko High School, Williston. courts, playground, walking track, softball Playground, picnic tables, basketball and fields, picnic area. tennis court.
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Aiken County Gravatt Camp and Conference Aiken County Chamber of Commerce, Center, 1006 Camp Gravatt Rd, Aiken. 121 Richland Ave E, Aiken. 803-641-1111. 803-648-1817. Facilities, lodging and Accomodates 40 . www.aikenchamber.net beautiful surroundings. Two meeting areas available, largest accommodates over 100. USC Aiken Conference Center, 471 www.bishopgravatt.org University Pkwy, Aiken. 803-641-3587. Several rooms and facilities available with a The Inn at Houndslake, 897 Houndslake variety of seating capacities. Accommodates Dr, Aiken. 803-648-9535. Unique inn with 25-500 theater, 25-400 classroom, 20-400 golf course views. Meeting space for 40 theater, banquet. www.usca.edu 25-30 classroom and 40 reception. On-site USC Aiken Convocation Center, 375 catering available by Houndslake Country Robert Bell Pkwy, Aiken. 803-643-6900. Club. www.theinnathoundslake.com Located on the University of South Carolina Aiken Campus. A state-of-the-art facility with The Hippodrome, 5540 Jefferson Davis capacity ranging from 3,500 to 4,100. Features Hwy, North Augusta. 803-278-4785. 45,000 include a VIP room with a capacity up to 200, sq ft indoor and 52,500 sq ft outdoor arenas, multiple electronic scoreboards, advertising, both with announcer’s booths. Bleachers, meeting space rentals for any function, and concession stand, RV hook-ups. Equipped for two practice courts. www.uscatix.com equestrian events. Rye Patch Reception Center & Guest Living History Park, 299 W Spring Grove Cottage, 100 Berrie Rd, Aiken. 803-642-7650. Ave, North Augusta. 803-279-7560. Natural This 10-acre estate was the winter home of amphitheater, Colonial barn accommodates Edmund and Dorothy Knox Goodyear Rogers. 294, educational cabin, prep kitchen, wifi A favorite location for weddings, receptions, and stage. Weddings, birthdays, parties, etc. meetings and parties. Also available is the Guest www.colonialtimes.us Cottage with capacity of 30 for smaller meetings Newberry Hall, 117 Newberry St SW, Aiken. and parties. www.cityofaikensc.gov 803-641-7087. Accommodates 200 reception, Aiken County Parks, Recreation & 100 classroom, 150 theater, 120 banquet. Tourism, 1930 University Parkway, Outdoor patio which accommodates a tent, is Aiken. 803-642-7559. Several facilities also available. www.newberryhall.com available. www.discoveraikencounty.com Lookaway Inn, 103 W Forest Ave, General Elliott Inn, 939 New Bridge Rd, North Augusta. 803-426-1030. Listed on Aiken. 803-642-8108. Accommodates 42 for the National Register of Historic Places. dining, 150 for parties. Fine dining with in Accommodates groups up to 150. Available home atmosphere. By reservation. for indoor, courtyard and garden weddings www.generalelliottinn.com and events. Catering available. www.LookawayInn.com Municipal Auditorium, City of Aiken, 215 The Alley, Aiken. 803-642-7654. North Augusta Community Center, 495 Accommodates 150 banquet, 300 reception. Brookside Dr, North Augusta. 803-441-4290. Accommodates 500 theater, 300 classroom, AECOM Center for Performing Arts, 126 500 reception, 500 banquet. Newberry St, Aiken. 803-648-1438. State-of- the-art theater seats 320.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 55 55 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Rose Hill Estate, 221 Greenville St, NW, Dane Theater, 131 S Palmetto Ave, Denmark. Aiken. 803-648-1181. A 1900 Winter Colony 803-793-3734. This building was the largest estate secluded behind walls that enclose an movie theater in the area in the 1950’s. Theater entire downtown city block. Bar, club room, accommodates 455. and restaurant. Chapel, gazebo, tent area and indoor locations available for conferences, Ehrhardt Hall, 13764 Broxton Bridge Rd, weddings, receptions, holiday parties and Hwy 601, Ehrhardt. 803-267-2020. Banquet retreats. www.rosehillestate.com hall seats 200. On premises catering available. www.ehrhardthall.com Rosemary Inn Bed & Breakfast, 804 Carolina Ave, North Augusta. 803-426-1546. Rivers Bridge State Historic Site, Listed on the National Register of Historic 325 State Park Rd, Ehrhardt. 803-267-3675. Places. Accommodates groups up to 125. Community building accommodates up to 100. Available for indoor and outdoor events and Kitchenette, restrooms, fireplaces. Reservations weddings. www.RosemaryInnBB.com www.southcarolinaparks.com
Allendale County Voorhees College Leadership Conference Brandt Building, Allendale County offices, Center, 86 Porter Rd, Denmark. 803-793-3351. 803-584-3438. Auditorium accommodates Accommodates 125. Other rooms and 75. facilities also available. www.voorhees.edu
Lower Savannah River Alliance Barnwell County Education Center, US 301. 803-584-8133. Large conference area, Aiken-Bamberg-Barnwell-Edgefield indoor/outdoor restrooms and picnic area. Regional Library System, 803-642-7575. Accommodates 50. Several facilities available in Aiken, Bamberg, and Barnwell Counties. www.abbe-lib.org Salkehatchie Arts Center, 939 N Main St, Allendale. 803-584-6084. Located in a Barnwell State Park, 223 State Park Rd, picturesque 1920 Victorian bungalow filled Blackville. 803-284-2212. SC 3, seven miles with local arts and crafts. The sun room is east of Barnwell. Solomon Blatt community perfect for small intimate gatherings such as building is 3,600 sq ft facility with large classes, lectures, luncheons and clubs. There is meeting room, small side room, kitchen no fee for reserving this room. Accommodates and restroom facilities. Central heat/air. 20. Kitchenette available. www.salkarts.com Accommodates 225 people, banquet style. www.southcarolinaparks.com USC Salkehatchie, 1102 James Brandt Blvd, Allendale. 803-584-3446. Meeting rooms The Blackville Community Center, available. http://uscsalkehatchie.sc.edu 19464 Solomon Blatt Ave (on the corner of Reynolds and Solomon Blatt Ave), Blackville. Bamberg County 803-284-2444. The facility has an unseated capacity of 875, plus 125 in the bleachers Aiken-Bamberg-Barnwell-Edgefield totaling a capacity of 1,000. Use of the center Regional Library System, 803-642-7575. is from 8am-11pm. Requests for reservations Several facilities available in Aiken, Bamberg, of the center are made up to twelve months and Barnwell Counties. www.abbe-lib.org in advance.
Broxton Bridge Plantation, 1685 Broxton Millers Bread Basket, 483 Main Street, Bridge Rd, Ehrhardt. 800-437-4868. Banquet Blackville. 803-284-3117. Seats 70 people. hall seats 120. Meeting room accommodates Motorcylce groups are welcome. Reservations 300 theater. www.broxtonbridge.com requested for large groups.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 56 56 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide This is a partial listing of events. Please call for actual dates and times. Antiques in the Heart of Aiken, the first Annual Spring Herb Fest, held in late weekend in February at Aiken Center for March at the Little Red Barn Gallery, Barnwell. the Arts. 803-641-9094. This show offers a 803-541-7900. Sponsored by the gallery and unique opportunity to view and purchase fine the Barnwell County Herb Club. antique furnishings represented by more than 20 specialized dealers from across the nation. Polo Matches, spring season is April to June; www.aikencenterforthearts.org fall season is September to mid-November. Aiken Polo Club. 803-643-3611. Battle of Aiken, the weekend in February after www.aikenpoloclub.org President’s Day at Confederate Park near Aiken. 803-642-2500. History comes alive with 20 Dogwood Festival, in April on Main cannons, 100 cavalry horses and 1,000 living St, City of Denmark. 803-793-3734. history experts. This reenactment brings to life Family-oriented festival featuring food, the Battle of Aiken which occurred February rides, entertainment, games and contests. 11 and 12, 1865 and was the last victory for the www.bambergcountychamber.org Confederacy. Also featured are concessions and Cooter Fest, settlers selling goods comparable to the time in Allendale during the spring. history of the Battle. www.battleofaiken.org This festival focuses on the arrival of spring with cooter (turtle) races, a parade, food, Julius Daniels Memorial Blues Festival, crafts, a street dance, carnival rides, petting the 4th Saturday in February at the Dane zoo and an art show. Theater in Denmark. Blues festival honoring www.cooterfest.com piedmont blues legend Julius Daniels Colonial Times: Under the Crown and born (1901) in Denmark, SC. Benefits the Historic Society of Bamberg County. Trades Fair, held in April at the Living www.bambergcountychamber.org History Park in North Augusta. Olde Towne Preservation Association, 803-279-7560. Annual show featuring high-quality art, music and food all weekend. www.colonialtimes.us
Annual Chamber Golf Tournament, Sweetwater Country Club in Barnwell. 803-259-5004. Held in April. Sponsored by the Barnwell County Chamber of Commerce. Hole-in-One, Longest Drive, Closest to Pin competitions. www.barnwellcountychamber.org Aiken Triple Crown, three successive weekends in March/April. Aiken Chamber Salkehatchie Stew, sponsored by the of Commerce, 803-641-1111.The first race USC Salkehatchie Leadership Institute. is the Trials where Thoroughbreds compete 803-584-3446. The Stew is a regional in flat racing events at Aiken Training Track. initiative which preserves local stories The Steeplechase comes next with a big tent for future generations through theatrical party and horses jumping hurdles at Aiken productions, music and spoken word. Horse Park. The last weekend features a Storytelling and community productions Polo match. All three events are open to the are offered throughout the year. public. Proceeds aid the community and local www.salkstew.com charities. 57 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Wagons to Wagener Festival, held in the Barnwell Family Fun Fest - Independence Town of Wagener. 803-564-3412. A two-day Day Celebration, held July at the Veterans festival that includes carnival rides, bounce Memorial Park in Barnwell, and sponsored by houses, carnival food vendors, a petting zoo, a the City of Barnwell and the Barnwell County car show, live music and fireworks. Arts Council. 803-259-3266. Activities, food, music and fireworks. www.cityofbarnwell.com Hopelands Gardens Summer Concerts, an outdoor concert series, May through August, Schuetzenfest, in Ehrhardt during the last held at Hopelands Gardens. City of Aiken weekend in August. Ehrhardt Town Hall, Parks, Recreation & Tourism, 803-642-7631. 803-267-5335. A time of fun and fellowship Performances each Monday at 7pm. Featuring as the town celebrates its German heritage and ballet, jazz, big band, military, cloggers and promotes its hospitality. Parade on Saturday. classical music with local and regional artists www.ehrhardtsc.com on the Roland H. Windham Performing Arts Aiken’s Makin’, in the parkways of downtown Stage. Picnic suppers welcome. Admission is Aiken during the second full weekend in free. www.visitaikensc.com September. Aiken Chamber of Commerce, 803-641-1111. An annual display of juried Confederate Memorial Day Ceremony, arts and crafts from Aiken County and the in May on the Friday closest to Confederate Southeastern states. The festival includes arts Memorial Day (May 10) at Rivers Bridge and crafts, food vendors, baked goods and State Historic Site. 803-267-3675. entertainment. www.aikensmakin.net www.SouthCarolinaParks.com Catty Shack Cat Show, held in September Savannah River Classic, takes place in at the Riverview Park Activities Center in early May. 803-584-7363. This annual North Augusta. 803-441-4311. Judges look fishing tournament is held on the banks of for a variety of traits in the cats, searching for the Savannah River in Allendale. Founded in the ideal breed based on standards written for 2009, the tournament was created to celebrate them. fishing diversity in the Savannah River. All proceeds are used to fund river based projects. Western Carolina State Fair, held in www.lowersavannahriveralliance.org October at the Aiken Fairgrounds 1566 Columbia Hwy N, Aiken. 803-648-8955. Rides, entertainment and special daily shows. Bamberg Citywide July 4th Celebration, www.westerncarolinastatefair.com at Ness Sports Complex, Bamberg. Bamberg Town Hall. 803-245-5128. Festival Raku Burn, in October at the Little Red atmosphere with food booths, clowns, games Barn Gallery in Barnwell. 803-541-7900. of chance and entertainment followed by a Area potters get together and fire pottery in an spectacular fireworks display. outdoor high-speed kiln. The pottery is pulled www.bambergsc.com red hot from the kiln and placed in containers with shredded paper and sawdust allowed to Nike Peach Jam, held in July at the Riverview flare briefly and then the container is closed Park Activities Center in North Augusta. up to create a forced reduction atmosphere. 803-441-4311. This championship event is This fast process causes interesting effects in the culmination of national tournaments with the glazed surface that are unique and exciting. the top qualifiers vying for the Peach Jam title. The very best 16 and 17 year old basketball Hook & Cook Festival, held the last players participate with most of the Division weekend in October on Main St in Jackson. 1 basketball coaches in attendance. Admission 803-471-9778. A two-day event which fees apply, the public is invited to attend. includes fishing tournament, BBQ cook-off, car show, arts, food vendors, trunk-or-treat and more.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 58 A Taste of Wine & Art, the 3rd Thursday in October at the Aiken Center for the Arts. 803-641-9094. This spectacular evening event has become a perennial favorite and features a vast array of wines from around the world and the signature dishes from the CSRA’s finest restaurants and caterers plus a high-end silent auction. www.aikencenterforthearts.org Christmas in Hopelands Model T’s to Olar, held October in Olar. Model T and Model A car show and antique tractor show. Festivities include food vendors, Chitlin Strut, held the Saturday after parade, crafters, inflatables, music, art and Thanksgiving at the Salley Civic Center and history exhibits, electric and gas golf cart drag Fairgrounds. 803-258-3485. Visitors are racing and more. drawn to this small community to celebrate this unusual food item that has been a southern tradition for over 100 years. Activities also Colonial Times: A Day to Remember, the include a parade, hawg-calling contests, food 3rd weekend in October at the Living History and craft vendors, beauty pageant, carnival Park. Olde Towne Preservation Association, rides and a car show. www.chitlinstrut.com 803-279-7560. Colonial life is recreated through demonstrations, exhibits and enlistment in the voluntary militia. Attractions include Christmas in Hopelands Gardens, annually blacksmithing, working smokehouse, beehive in December. City of Aiken, Parks, Recreation bake oven, open fire cooking, goldsmithing, and Tourism, 803-642-7631. Walking tours spinning, musket firing and more. along lighted pathways through Hopelands www.colonialtimes.us Gardens with holiday displays. Christmas concerts performed by local choirs provide entertainment from the garden’s performing Jack-o-Lantern Jubilee, held on the last arts stage. Historic buildings in the gardens weekend in October. 803-441-4311. National are decorated and open for touring each night. music acts, 150 crafts vendors and a wide Hot chocolate, apple cider and holiday cookies variety of foods are available at this two-day are served nightly. Admission is free. festival on Georgia Avenue in downtown North Augusta. Annual Christmas Parades and Tree Annual Quilt Show, in November at Lighting Events, held December in several the Aiken County Historical Museum. communities. For a complete list of parades 803-642-2015. Textile artists from Aiken and events visit our website. County compete in this annual juried show. www.tbredcountry.org Lectures, demonstrations and classes are also part of the event. Trail Rides, holiday rides and special trail www.aikencountyhistoricalmuseum.org rides throughout the year at these locations: Lakeview Plantation 803-584-0689 www.lakeviewplantation.com Broxton Bridge Plantation 803-437-4868 www.broxtonbridge.com Silverbluff Audubon Society 803-471-0291 www.sc.audubon.org
For a complete list of area events throughout the year, visit www.tbredcountry.org
59 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide For assistance, please call Thoroughbred Country at 1-888-834-1654 (toll free), visit us online at www.tbredcountry.org or check with the local information bureaus listed here.
Aiken County Midland Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Aiken Chamber of Commerce PO Box 310 121 Richland Ave E Langley, SC 29834 Aiken, SC 29802 803-593-3030 803-641-1111 www.aikenchamber.net North Augusta Chamber of Commerce 406 West Ave Aiken County Visitors Bureau North Augusta, SC 29841 Holley Building 803-279-2323 113 Laurens St www.northaugustachamber.org Aiken, SC 29801 803-642-7557 www.discoveraikencounty.com Allendale County
Aiken Downtown Development Allendale County Business & Industry 208A The Alley Association in partnership with Aiken, SC 29801 SouthernCarolina Alliance. 803-649-2221 PO Box 1107, Allendale, SC 29810 www.aikendda.us 803-584-9200 www.SouthernCarolina.org Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum 406 Park Ave SE Bamberg County Aiken, SC 29801 803-293-7846 Bamberg County Chamber of Commerce www.visitaikensc.com 604 Airport Rd Bamberg, SC 29003 803-245-4427 www.bambergcountychamber.org Barnwell County
Barnwell County Chamber of Commerce 367 Fuller Pond Rd Barnwell, SC 29812 803-259-7446 www.barnwellcountychamber.org
City of Barnwell Tourism and Community Development 130 Main St Barnwell, SC 29812 803-541-6555 www.cityofbarnwell.com Serpentine Wall at Aiken County Historical Museum
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 60 Thoroughbred Country Beech Island Historical Society Assistance in individualizing your tour plans. Tours of historic Beech Island and Zubly Physical Address: 2748 Wagener Rd Cemetery available by appointment. Aiken, SC 29801 144 Old Jackson Hwy, Mailing Address: PO Box 850 Beech Island, SC 29842 Aiken, SC 29802 803-867-3600 or 803-827-0184 (Toll Free) 1-888-834-1654 [email protected] [email protected] www.beechislandhistory.org www.tbredcountry.org Carolina Aviation of Aiken Aiken Ghost Tours Flight school, aircraft maintenance, discovery 90-minute guided haunted history walking flights, sight seeing tours. tour of downtown Aiken. Tour is approximately 125 Aviation Blvd 1 mile long. Tours begin at sundown. Seasonal Aiken, SC 29805 and by appointment. Group tours available. 803-502-1007. www.CarolinaAviation.net 803-270-0773. [email protected] Barnwell Historic Tours Aiken Tours City of Barnwell Tourism and Community Development Department. City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism. 130 Main St Public tours on Saturday mornings, Barnwell, SC 29812 reservations and pre-payment required. Group 803-259-3266 tours available by appointment. www.cityofbarnwell.com 406 Park Ave SE Aiken, SC 29801 Blackville Historical Tours 803-644-1907. www.visitaikensc.com Tours available by appointment. 105 Pascallas St Please note - Motor coach restrictions may Blackville, SC 29817 apply in the City of Aiken. All motor coaches Joan McDonald must contact the Tourism Supervisor for the 803-284-3267 City of Aiken prior to bringing a motor [email protected] coach (803-642-7631). Patriot Tour Boat On the Savannah River. One-hour narrated tour Mar-Nov. Two hour sunset tour Mar-Nov. Private Charters. 803-730-9739 [email protected] www.patriottourboat.com
Tailored Tours of Aiken Private driving tour experiences of historic Aiken. Custom tours tailored to suit your available time and interests. 803-295-3870 [email protected]
61 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Airports Car Rentals
Aiken Airport, 129 Aviation Blvd, Aiken. B & B Ford Inc, 803-648-7803. Located seven miles north 10476 Dunbarton Blvd, Barnwell. of Aiken on US 1, Exit #22 off I-20. 803-259-5524. 700-acre modern facility with old-fashioned www.b-bford.com Southern hospitality. Resurfaced 5,500’ by 100’ paved and lighted runway with 65,000 Enterprise Rent A Car, lb capacity. NDB, VOR and GPS approach. 3915 Richland Ave W, Aiken. 803-641-0135. Fuel available. Rental cars, catering, rooms, www.enterprise.com limousines available. www.aikenaviation.com Hertz, 866 York St NE, Aiken. 803-648-3630. Allendale Airport, 467 Airport Loop, www.hertz.com Fairfax. 803-584-3801 or 803-584-3438. Located one mile off US 278. 5,005’ by 75’ SC Express Chauffeured Transportation, paved and lighted runway. VOR and GPS 2818 Columbia Hwy N, Suite 100, Aiken. approach. Hangars and fuel available. Open 803-648-9977. www.scsedan.com 7 days a week. 9am-6pm during Daylight Savings Time. 8am-5pm during EST. Public Transportation Augusta Regional Airport, 1501 Aviation Way, Augusta, GA. 706-798-3236. Delta Aiken Taxi Service, 803-642-9910 or 803- and American Airlines. Car rentals available. 507-TAXI. Serves major airports and all of www.flyags.com Aiken County. Meter rates charged within city limits. Flat rate charged outside the city. Bamberg Airport, 709 Airport Rd, Bamberg. 24 hours a day. 7 days a week. 803-245-5191. Located off US 78. 3,600’ paved and lighted runway. No instrument Best Friend Express, call 803-508-7033. approach. No fuel available. Open 7 days a ADA accessible public transportation serving week. Aiken, North Augusta and offer a connection to the Augusta Public Transportation system Barnwell Regional Airport, 155 Airport located in Augusta, GA. Call for schedules and Rd, Barnwell. 803-259-1090. Located one detailed transportation information. mile from the city of Barnwell on US 278. Two Bus Terminal of Augusta, runways: 5000’ by 70’ and 5000’ by 100’. Both 1128 Greene lighted and paved. NDB approach. Hangars St, Augusta, GA. 706-722-6411. Served by and fuel available. Open 7 days a week. Southeastern Stages and Greyhound. Bus Station of Aiken, 153 Pendleton St Columbia Metropolitan Airport, NW, Aiken. 803-648-6894. Daily routes to 3250 Aviation Way, West Columbia. most major SE cities. 803-822-5000 or 888-562-5002. Most major airlines served. Car rentals available. Carolina Transportation, Serves Aiken www.columbiaairport.com County and airports. 803-648-4545. Mon- Sat 8am-6pm. Call in advance for additional services.
Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide 62 Colleges Local Newspapers Aiken Technical College 2276 Jefferson Davis Hwy The Aiken Standard Graniteville, SC 29829 326 Rutland Dr NW 803-593-9231 www.atc.edu Aiken, SC 29802 803-648-2311 Daily Denmark Technical College www.aikenstandard.com 500 Solomon Blatt Blvd Denmark, SC 29042 The Advertizer-Herald 803-793-5176 www.denmarktech.edu 369 McGee St Bamberg, SC 29003 University of South Carolina Aiken 803-245-5204 Wednesdays 471 University Pkwy Aiken, SC 29801 The People Sentinel 803-648-6851 www.usca.edu 10481 Dunbarton Blvd University of South Carolina Salkehatchie Barnwell, SC 29812 1102 James Brandt Blvd 803-259-3501 Wednesdays Allendale, SC 29810 www.thepeoplesentinel.com 803-584-3446 http://uscsalkehatchie.sc.edu The Star Voorhees College 404 E Martintown Rd Suite 2 103 Academic Circle North Augusta, SC 29841 Denmark, SC 29042 803-279-2793 Thursdays 803-780-1234 www.voorhees.edu www.northaugustastar.com
Hospitals Climate & Seasonal Highlights Aiken Regional Medical Center Thoroughbred Country’s climate is generally 302 University Pkwy mild and humid. Spring starts in March. Aiken, SC 29801 Summer begins in June with pleasant balmy 803-641-5000 days that become quite hot before the season’s www.aikenregional.com end. Autumn brings a relief from extreme Allendale County Hospital temperatures with lots of sunshine while mild 1787 Allendale Fairfax Hwy winter temperatures bring out the best in Fairfax, SC 29827 colorful pansies and hardy camellias. Winter 803-632-3311 temperatures can reach 20-30 degrees, and www.allendalecountyhospital.com on rare occasions, we are treated with a light dusting of snow. South Carolina’s annual Tax Information hurricane season runs from June through early November. South Carolina has simplified income tax structure which follows the federal income tax laws. South Azaleas, dogwoods, wisteria and more show Carolina accepts the adjustments, exemptions and their beautiful blossoms in spring. Beautiful fall deductions allowed on your federal tax return foliage usually peaks between late October and with few modifications. Your federal taxable early November. Roadside stands offer a variety income is the starting point in determining your of fresh fruits and vegetables in season. state income tax liability. www.sctax.org/Tax+Information 63 Thoroughbred Country Visitors Guide Cabins at Barnwell State Park Cabins at Barnwell State Park
Birding at Lake Edgar Brown Birding at Lake Edgar Brown Allendale County Courthouse Allendale County Courthouse
DuPont Planetarium at Ruth Patrick Science Education Center DuPont Planetarium at Ruth Patrick Science Education Center Come, relax.... and stay awhile. Inside the Jim Harrison Gallery Inside the Jim Harrison Gallery
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