Free & Cheap Things to Do in Clemson, SC

  • The list below includes 56 free or cheap things to do in or near Clemson, South Carolina, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Pubs and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Larry W. Abernathy Waterfront Park to South Carolina Botanical Gardens, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Clemson and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Anderson, Walhalla, Hartwell and Easley.
  • The list below includes 56 free or cheap things to do in or near Clemson, South Carolina, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Pubs and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Larry W. Abernathy Waterfront Park to South Carolina Botanical Gardens, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Clemson and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Anderson, Walhalla, Hartwell and Easley.
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31.3 Miles
88% 17 votes
Hiking Trails Sapphire, NC MoreLess Info
Accessible through Gorges State Park, the Horsepasture River area is home to several waterfalls and hiking trails. Turtleback Falls is popular for rock sliding, although it is at the person's own risk.
31.4 Miles
87% 268 votes
National & State Parks 2401 State Park Road, Greenville, SC 29609 MoreLess Info
Greenville's Paris Mountain State Park is known for its concerts as well as its beauty. It is also home to the Buckhorn Lodge, a log cabin-style bed-and-breakfast that offers an alternative to tent camping.
31.6 Miles
94% 277 votes
National & State Parks Greenville, SC MoreLess Info
The focal point of Caesars Head State Park in Greenville, South Carolina is a mammoth granite shelf jutting out from the surrounding land. The park has many trails, and some are prone to frequent flooding. Check the park's website for a listing of current closings.
31.9 Miles
76% 38 votes
National & State Parks Greenwood, SC MoreLess Info
Known for being an ideal place for bass fishing and boating, Lake Greenwood State Park, also offers shoreline campsites and nature trails. Access to the 11,000 acre lake is provided by two boat ramps while the park includes over 125 campsites.
32.0 Miles
20% 10 votes
Recreation Centers 108 Balcome Blvd, Simpsonville, SC MoreLess Info
Family fun is the name of the game at the Golden Park Recreation Center. The center features activities like bowling, skating, video game area and tiki lounge. Rentals and private event space are also available
32.2 Miles
89% 103 votes
Botanical Gardens Highlands, NC MoreLess Info
Up to 40 researchers can live and work at the research station that is part of the Highlands Biological Station, Nature Center and Botanical gardens. Meanwhile, in another part of the facility, school programs and summer camps teach children about the biodiversity of the Southern Appalachian region.
32.6 Miles
94% 72 votes
Scenic Drives US Highway 64/State Road 28, Highlands, NC 28741 MoreLess Info
Located between Franklin and Highlands, North Carolina, The Callasja River Gorge is part of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area. The gorge and its waterfalls can be accessed via U.S. Highway 64 and State Road 28, or the Waterfall Byway.
32.7 Miles
97% 58 votes
Movie Theaters 362 Oak Street, Highlands, NC 28741 MoreLess Info
Summer theater takes center stage at the Highlands Playhouse in Highlands, North Carolina. The theater is open from June to mid-October. Its most popular musicals include Nunsense, Little Shop of Horrors and Bye Bye Birdie.
32.7 Miles
93% 15 votes
Breweries 454 Carolina Way, Highlands, NC 28741 MoreLess Info
Satulah Mountain Brewing Company is a microbrewery offering a wide variety of custom beers and pub food. This family owned microbrewery offers a welcoming and social environment. Satulah Mountain offers live entertainment and large screen TVs, all in a comfy atmosphere.
32.7 Miles
100% 6 votes
Art Gallery 411 N 4th Street, Unit 6, Highlands, NC 28741 MoreLess Info
The Bascom is an art gallery dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those who visit by providing them with a dynamic arts-experience. The gallery features rotating art exhibits and hosts a variety of educational programs and special events.
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