Spanning five distinct counties—Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens, and McCormick—the Old 96 District invites travelers to “Discover the Unexpected Wonders” along South Carolina’s scenic backroads. This foodie paradise stretches from roadside peach stands in Edgefield to white tablecloth farm-to-table dining in Greenwood, even boasting a South Carolina Chef Ambassador who elevates the region’s culinary reputation.
History comes alive at Ninety Six National Historic Site in Greenwood, where the Revolutionary War’s Star Fort still stands, and at Laurens County’s Battle of Musgrove Mill State Historic Site. The Benjamin E. Mays House Museum in Greenwood marks an important stop on the National Civil Rights Trail.
Adventure-seekers explore six state parks, three pristine lakes, and hundreds of miles of trails across all five counties. Unique attractions abound: pan for gold and diamonds you can keep, visit “unicorn” farms, catch movies at drive-in theaters, and sip sodas at old-fashioned fountains.
Stay in converted historic homes and schoolhouses turned delightful bed-and-breakfasts throughout the Old 96 District, where Southern hospitality and slower paces create unforgettable memories.
