The Beauty of Nature

When I first started this blog it was merely for my Business Writing class, but it has become something much deeper to me.  The Upstate of South Carolina has some of the most beautiful places to go and see.  Including the beautiful hiking trails and the waterfalls which adorn the end of the trails.  I have never been so interested in finding all of the hidden waterfalls in the forests of this area. One would be surprised as to how many different waterfalls there are.

Not only have my eyes been open through this project but it also makes me want to continue learning about this area.  There is so much history and interesting things to learn from the nature.  I am not going to let the end of this project be the end of this blog. I want to continue to explore the different waterfalls of this area and report back on them.  Hopefully this blog will be able to help others get a sense of the Upstate of South Carolina.

Big Bend Falls

Big Bend Falls is like Laurel Fork Falls and is located on the Foothills trail, although it is located on part of the trail that runs through Walhalla. This waterfall is a very rough looking waterfall, one that I would not want to face in a kayak.  However, it is a kayaker's dream to be able to accomplish one of these falls. The fall is one of the best examples of a rushing waterfall with the water crashing down onto the rocks below. While making your way to the falls, you can take in the natural sounds of the waterfall crashing down. The hardest part of the hike was getting to the end because the trail becomes very slick and it is hard to get a good footing on the ground. Just make sure you have good hiking boots on that will help you with the grip on the soil of the hills.  Other than that part of the hike it is a fairly moderate trail. Even though it is harder than other trails, just make sure that you take in the beautiful scenes of nature and the steep climbs will be well worth it.

Long Shoals

Long Shoals is located close to the Keowee-Toxaway State Park.  Although this is not a large or remarkable waterfall, there is nothing more beautiful than looking at water flowing through large rocks. The shoals is mostly popular during the summer season because this is a great place to go for a quick swim and slide into the water. However, it is also a very popular place for fishing and for gathering with friends. Since the shoals are not located far from the parking lot, anyone can join in on the fun, young and old.  This is like the Eastatoe Falls and it is not a very hard hike. Anyone can complete the hike.  Which allows everyone to share a beautiful trip in the nature of Northern Pickens, South Carolina.

Eastatoe Falls

Eastatoe Falls is also known as the Twin Falls.  These falls are located in Pickens Country on the Eastatoe Creek. This is one of the easier hikes of the area. Since the hike is only about a mile, it only takes about fifteen minutes to get to the falls.  The hike is very easy and runs along the creek.  With the view of the creek the entire way, you can connect with nature even more. The falls dump into the Creek.  For the more adventurous ones it is always fun to explore the falls and go where you are probably not suppose to, climbing the rocks.  All in all this hike is fun for all ages and since it is very easy the hike is perfect for young kids to accompany you.