Salem, SC
Travel Guide
Visit Salem
Where to stay in Salem
Turtlehead
If you're spending some time in Turtlehead, Lake Keowee and Chapman Bridge Oconee Bell Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson
"Great place to stay"
Reviewed on 2026/6/7
Best Western Plus Clemson Hotel & Conference Center
"Clean facility welcoming staff Decent complementary breakfast The most convenient part is that there’s a restaurant attached to the hotel Mike and Nick’s, which has phenomenal food!"
Reviewed on 2026/6/8
Lakeside Lodge Clemson
"I enjoyed my stay and all the amenities were excellent! I can’t wait to return!"
Reviewed on 2026/6/7
Postcard Cabins Lake Hartwell, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
"Very comfortable in a beautiful setting. Only spent one night. Everything was provided. I know it is designed to be a real getaway from everyday routines but I do wish there had been a real mirror. There is plenty of room to add one. The small 5 x7 mirror was pretty useless. And a couple more hooks ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/8
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
"very enjoyable stay"
Reviewed on 2026/5/11
Carolina Camp Cedar
"The cottage was clean, staff was so friendly, our stay was quiet and peaceful… it was perfect! Definitely planning to stay there again!"
Reviewed on 2026/2/27
Popular places to visit
Devils Fork State Park
You can take time to visit Devils Fork State Park during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Keowee Key Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Salem at Keowee Key Golf Course. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a football game.
Devils Fork Lake Jocassee
Explore the great outdoors at Devils Fork Lake Jocassee, a lovely green space in Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.
DAR Monument
Explore the great outdoors at DAR Monument, a lovely green space in Salem. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.
McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve
You can take time to visit McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.
Boones Creek Oconee Bell Preserve
You can take time to visit Boones Creek Oconee Bell Preserve during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.
