Local Area Information
Find your adventure here
Situated in beautiful upstate South Carolina, our 300-acre main campus is located in the town of Central and is surrounded by city life and outdoor attractions within minutes of campus.
Nature & Outdoors
If you’re looking for an adventure outdoors, SWU is located within minutes of beautiful lakes, mountains, waterfalls, and parks. Hike on the Foothills Trail or spend some time in the sun at Lake Hartwell. Whether it’s backpacking or kayaking, you can find your adventure here.
Hiking & Biking Trails - All Trails
SC State Parks - Park Finder
Disc Golf Courses - UDisc
Music & Arts
If you're interested in music and the arts, the upstate of South Carolina is home to numerous music venues, arenas, theaters, playhouses, art museums and more.
Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Concerts and Plays – Peace Center
Greenville County Museum of Art
Nearby Cities
Within a half hour from campus you can find a variety of things to do in Greenville, a nationally-recognized, award-winning downtown full of shops, restaurants, parks, theaters, and more. Even Charlotte and Atlanta are only a couple of hours away.
Greenville - Visit Greenville SC
Atlanta - Discover Atlanta
Charlotte - Charlotte's Got a Lot
