From Dawn To Dusk, Here's The Perfect Overnight Adventure In Pickens, South Carolina
By AnneMarie|Published July 26, 2023
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South Carolina has been home for AnneMarie since 2001. Her favorite part of the state is Lake Jocassee. An App State alumna, it's always the mountains; the lake bonus makes it heavenly. When not writing about the state, she may be spending time with family, relaxing by the pool, or out somewhere enjoying nature.
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Pickens, South Carolina is known for being “where the mountains begin,” and it’s a destination full of adventure of all kinds. From an abundance of outdoor recreation and beauty to delicious dining opportunities to great shopping and more, you’ll never run out of fun things to do while visiting this charming locale. It’s the kind of place you need more than a day to explore, and we’ve got the best cabin rental in Pickens, South Carolina to share with you, too.
At just over seven and a half miles, it's the perfect way to get your steps in for the day and takes about two and a half hours to complete. The paved trail is popular for road biking, running, and walking, and it connects Pickens with the town of Easley, following the former Doodle Line railroad. The trailhead is located at State 8 and East Cedar Rock Road, just a block from downtown where the Pickens Depot once stood.
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You're sure to be ready for a bite to eat once you reach Easley, and The Silos is just the place, since the Doodle Trail runs right by it! This neat spot is where the Dixie Milling Co. was located, now the site of seven incredible restaurants. You get to choose from pizza, cheesesteaks or hoagies, and Indian fare, and you'll also find doughnuts, coffee, ice cream, and beer.
Once you get back to Pickens, it's time for little something different. Head to Table Rock Tea Company located along the beautiful Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway and one of just a few growing tea farms in the country. Here you can take a fascinating tour of the operation ...
... and visit their brand new (as of December 2022) Real American Tea Museum. This is truly a hidden gem attraction where you will learn all about what is the most widely consumed beverage in the world next to water! Bonus: You can also purchase some of the artisan teas grown right there in Pickens.
For one last experience on this overnight adventure, you've got to try the famous fried chicken at Aunt Sue's Country Corner, which also offers ice cream and a quaint general store where you may find a neat souvenir to take home with you.
And after a full day of more fun than you could imagine, your weary feet will be happy to rest at this wonderful, private cabin situated on over 100 acres in Pickens.
The Master suite has a king-size bed, a half bathroom, and a sitting area with a television. There's a second bedroom with a queen-size bed, allowing for a total of four to sleep here.
The property around this Pickens cabin is stunning, with two creeks, two ponds with a pretty covered bridge between them, and beautiful landscaping. It's an adventure of its own.
