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Drive 115
Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway
ThreadingalongtheslopesofthesouthernAppalachians,thisdrivecrossesanan-
cient Indian path as it winds gracefully past orchards and a historic battlefield to a
land of forests, lakes, and a legendary white-water river.
Length:
About 130 miles, plus side trips
When to go:
Fine scenery year-round; icy conditions may close roads in winter.
Nearby attractions:
Kings Mountain State Park, with a re-created homestead, and
Kings Mountain National Military Park, an American Revolution battleground, north-
east of Gaffney via Rte. 29; Oconee State Park, north of Walhalla via Rte. 107
Not to be missed:
Aunt Sue's Country Store; Victoria Valley Vineyards; Waterfalls of
the Upcountry
Further information:
South Carolina Department of Parks,
Recreation & Tourism
Discover Upcountry Carolina
South Carolina National Heritage Corridor
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