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Retirement Living In Lake Hartwell Country - South Carolina


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Area Description

Lake Hartwell Country, the three county region surrounding Lake Hartwell in South Carolina, includes the cities and towns of Clemson, Central, Pickens. Liberty, Easley, Anderson, Belton, Honea Path, Seneca, Walhalla, & Westminster. The area is nestled in the foothills of the SC Blue Ridge Mountains and boasts big-water lakes Hartwell, Keowee & Jocassee. The area is home to the highest point in South Carolina, Sassafras Mountain, the state's deepest lake, Lake Jocassee, and the Southeast's first Wild and Scenic River, the Chattooga.

Includes Cities/Towns: Anderson, Central, Clemson, Easley, Pendleton, Pickens, Seneca, Westminster.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   Enjoy fishing, boating, whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, camping, OR vibrant cities and towns with night life for all ages. Spend a few days hiking, bicycling, or driving through the Blue Ridge mountains. Zip lining along the Chattoga Ridge near the Chattoga River offers a totally unique view of the region. Visit pick-your-own berry and apple farms or explore agriculture in a hands-on museum at the SC Agricultural Museum in Pendleton. SC Department of Natural Resources lands offer hunting opportunities and dozens of lake access points await visitors who want to explore by boat, kayak or canoe. After hours, downtowns like Clemson and Anderson offer vibrant night life. Several genealogy libraries house information on those who lived here in times gone by. Walking tours are available by appointment.

Cultural Activities
Small town theaters, some of which rival Broadway, wait to be discovered. For a special treat plan ahead to visit Mill Town Playhouse or one of many others in the region. Clemson University offers lecture series, concerts, and dance performances, which are open to the public. Easley, Seneca, Pendleton, and Piedmont offer theatre performances, which are listed on our calendar of events.

Public transportation
The Clemson Area Transit (CAT Bus) is a FREE public transit system in the Clemson, Pendleton, Central, Seneca areas. Seneca's busses are Electric, built by Proterra of Greenville SC, providing a tryly green transportation system.

Medical Facilities


Two large hospitals operate several facilities across the region: Greenville Health Systems and St. Francis Hospital System. Both offer state-of-the art care.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Lake Hartwell Country, South Carolina?

For those of you that retire in Lake Hartwell Country, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 30's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Lake Hartwell Country such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.

Summertime in Lake Hartwell Country is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the upper 70's and highs in the upper 80's. Nights are mild with lows in the upper 60's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity may feel uncomfortable. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in Lake Hartwell Country, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 50's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  30 F°  41 F°  52 F°
 Feb  33 F°  44 F°  56 F°
 Mar  39 F°  51 F°  64 F°
 Apr  47 F°  60 F°  73 F°
 May  56 F°  68 F°  80 F°
 Jun  65 F°  76 F°  87 F°
 Jul  68 F°  79 F°  90 F°
 Aug  68 F°  78 F°  88 F°
 Sep  61 F°  72 F°  82 F°
 Oct  49 F°  61 F°  73 F°
 Nov  40 F°  52 F°  64 F°
 Dec  32 F°  43 F°  54 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  18  0
 Feb  0  13  0
 Mar  0  8  0
 Apr  0  1  0
 May  1  0  0
 Jun  9  0  0
 Jul  15  0  0
 Aug  12  0  0
 Sep  4  0  0
 Oct  0  1  0
 Nov  0  7  0
 Dec  0  16  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  5 "  9  31 %
 Feb  5 "  9  33 %
 Mar  5 "  9  38 %
 Apr  4 "  8  46 %
 May  4 "  8  57 %
 Jun  4 "  10  65 %
 Jul  5 "  10  68 %
 Aug  5 "  10  68 %
 Sep  4 "  8  62 %
 Oct  4 "  7  51 %
 Nov  4 "  9  42 %
 Dec  5 "  9  34 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  1 "  1  0
 Feb  1 "  0  0
 Mar  0 "  0  0
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  0 "  0  0
 Dec  0 "  0  0


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Cost of Living for Lake Hartwell Country, SC

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Senior Assistance in Lake Hartwell Country, SC

Lake Hartwell Country, South Carolina offers the following assistance for seniors:
Home health nurses, Senior Centers, and Meals on Wheels are designed to allow Seniors to live in their own homes as long as possible. Assisted Living and Nursing Homes are also in the area.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Lake Hartwell Country Offer For Retirees?

From Museums to Hospitals, Historic Organizations to Wildlife Rescue - volunteer opportunities abound!

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