NESTLED AT THE FOOTHILLS of the Blue Ridge Mountains sits Travelers Rest (also known as “TR”), South Carolina, a quaint town sandwiched between Greenville, South Carolina, and Asheville, North Carolina. Hundreds of years ago, TR was mostly known for being a comfortable place for weary travelers—from families in old-school stagecoaches on their journey into the mountains to livestock owners driving cattle—to lay their head to rest. Today, TR has transformed into a travel destination in its own right, welcoming guests with a friendly Southern spirit and offering plenty of ways to explore the natural surroundings, whet your whistle, and more.
FROM RAILWAY TO GREENWAY
The former Greenville and Northern Railway (also known as the Swamp Rabbit Railroad) is crucial to the history of Travelers Rest, as it was one of the main (), a 22-mile greenway, was built on the old railroad roadbed in the early to mid-2000s. To this day, the Swamp Rabbit Trail plays a role in the allure of TR, allowing people to get exercise via walking or biking, and serving as an anchor point in the city, with many restaurants and shops nearby.
