The Battle of Oconee
"The Fight for Toxaway Valley" |
Check out the newest Oconee Story about the
reenactors who put on
the first annual
"Battle of Oconee" |
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 Memorial Weekend
in Downtown Seneca celebrates with
Arts On The Alley, Classic Car Cruise-In and a EFOC Barbeque. See the Events page for more information.
Oconee County: A Great
Place to Call Home
Oconee County is that rare combination of natural beauty and perfect location that makes it an ideal place to call home.
The cities of Seneca, Walhalla, Westminster, and Clemson, South Carolina (used to be part of Oconee County until Lake Hartwell was formed) provide the spice and zest as well as the necessities of life.
Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Oconee County has all the benefits:
- Gorgeous lakes and mountains, with fabulous views
- All the amenities close at hand
- Activities of every description
- The joy of four seasons—none of them lasting too long!
- Enough people to give life zest; but not traffic jams
Outdoor Acclivities:
With three, count ‘em, three beautiful Lakes in the county:
- Lake Keowee
- Lake Hartwell
- Lake Jocasse
And the Tugaloo River bordering Georgia, there is a place for every kind of water activity – boating, fishing, skiing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, sailing and more.
There are numerous picturesque waterfalls, accessible by hiking varying distances with differing degrees of challenge, and more than 13 state and local parks available.
Golf courses, both public and private, are plentiful in Oconee County. Some courses have great water views, others have mountain vistas.
A portion of Sumpter National Forest covers about a quarter of the county providing camping, hiking, hunting and other outdoor activities, all in a beautiful natural setting.
If snow sports are your passion, skiing, sledding and snowshoeing are available just north in the mountains of North Carolina.
Culture and Shopping:
For culture, dining and shopping, (antique and boutique shops are plentiful) there is a great deal available in the cities of Seneca, Walhalla and Westminster and, of course, Clemson, SC is just down the road and offers all the advantages of a major university town. Clemson’s Brooks Center for the Performing Arts brings in talent from around the world.
With Atlanta just 95 miles west and Greenville 45 miles east, Oconee County provides the best of all worlds: accessibility to whatever you may need or desire while living in a beautiful, unspoiled little bit of heaven. Read More
And there are wonderful less-traveled places to explore in the area: The Highlands just up the road in North Carolina offers charming antique and specialty shops—plus great golf. Helen, GA just 45 miles W-NW offers boutique shopping and interesting restaurants. And there’s Clayton GA, Anderson, SC, and Pendelton, SC with its historic downtown area and too many more to list. Oconee County is a great starting point for rambles and exploring when the urge hits.
Medical:
And, should the need arise, the Oconee Memorial Hospital and the physicians associated with it, have invested in the latest technologies to ensure great medical care for the people of this area.
Business:
Business opportunities abound in Oconee County. With a strong Economic Development Council, a public/private funded Oconee Alliance, and active Chambers of Commerce, there are the resources and information available to assist anyone planning to expand or start a new business or industry in Oconee County.
The Oconee County Industrial Group, representing 25 top industries in our county, help to: promote industry; interface with education to improve worker skills; represent industry to county government and help spread the story of the positive economic impact industry has in Oconee County. Several hi-tech companies are already here – a good reason for any industry looking for a prime location to consider Oconee County.
Education:
The educational facilities available in the area - Oconee County School District, Clemson University, the Tri-County Technical College, Southern Wesleyan University, and the Oconee County Adult Education Center, provide a well-trained, competent work force as well as the opportunity for continuing education.
If you looking for a place to retire, a place to raise your family or a place to start a new business, take a look at Oconee County, SC. It has so very much to offer. And if you already live here, consider yourself one of the lucky ones!
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