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69º | 70% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:05 a.m. | Sunset 7:58 p.m.

 
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Paris Mountain State Park is perfect in any season. | Photo by @upstatedaily
From quick and easy loops around town to drives that take you to fantastic lakes and mountains, our city has so many options to hit the trail. So lace up your hiking boots, because we’ve compiled a hiking guide for the Greenville area with 20+ routes and trails to help you plan your next adventure and experience breathtaking views.

Key: Easy = 🥾| Moderate = 🥾🥾 | Hard = 🥾🥾🥾

Sulphur Springs Trail, Paris Mountain State Park, 2401 State Park Rd.

  • Difficulty: 🥾🥾🥾
  • Length: 3.8 mile loop
  • Pet-friendly: Yes
Hike this trail if you want to see an old water tower and dam (and hike a pretty steep hill for about .25 miles). Pro tip: It’s easy to get lost on this trail since it has an upper and lower section so download a map of the park to your phone before you go.

The Natural Trail, Cedar Falls State Park, 201 Cedar Falls Rd., Fountain Inn, SC

  • Difficulty: 🥾
  • Length: 1.5 miles
  • Pet-friendly: Yes
Hike this trail if you’re looking for a family friendly trip with views of the Reedy River. This route extends from the tree line above the playground to the Reedy River near the shoals and features three connector trails. Within the park, the Reedy River widens to over 200 ft. in a cascade over rocks and boulders.

Pinnacle Mountain Trail, Table Rock State Park, 158 Ellison Ln., Pickens

  • Difficulty: 🥾🥾🥾
  • Length: 8.4 miles out-and-back
  • Pet-friendly: Yes (dogs are allowed but it may be difficult for them to climb up some of the large rocks)
Hike this trail if you want a serious challenge with uninterrupted mountain views from the tallest mountain in SC. On this route you’ll encounter creek crossings with small footbridges + steep mountain slopes. On your way back, you can return the way you came or (for a less strenuous option) you can follow the Ridge Trail to the Table Rock Trail.
 
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What is most important to you when choosing a hike?
A. Level of difficulty
B. Time to complete/number of miles
C. Unmatched views
D. It’s all about the hiking location
 
 
Events
 
Tuesday, April 9
  • Brew Masters Week Trivia | Tuesday, April 9 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Greenville Beer Exchange, 7 S. Laurens St., Ste. A, Greenville | Free entry | Celebrate Brew Masters week and show off your knowledge at this trivia contest — the winners receive a $25 gift certificate from Belladina’s.
  • Greenville Jazz Collective | Tuesday, April 9 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Coffee Underground, 1 E. Coffee St., Greenville | $20 | Spend an evening listening to the sultry sounds of the Greenville Jazz Collective.
Wednesday, April 10
Thursday, April 11
  • Thornback Gallery Opening Reception | Thursday, April 11 | 5-7 p.m. | Lofts Of Greenville, 201 Smythe St., Greenville | Free | Enjoy an opening reception for this inaugural exhibition featuring works from ten contemporary southeastern artists.
  • An Evening with Dr. Diane Vecchio | Thursday, April 11 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St., Greenville | $20-$25 | Enjoy an evening with Dr. Diane Vecchio as she shares stories from her recently published book, “Peddlers, Merchants, and Manufacturers: How Jewish Entrepreneurs Built Economy and Community in Upcountry South Carolina.”
Saturday, May 4
  • Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert | Saturday, May. 4 | 7 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville | $63.50-$372 | Experience the magic of a galaxy far, far away with a live performance by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra of John Williams’ Oscar®-winning score.*
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Two moving exhibitions exploring history and identity at the CMA
Three framed works of art showcasing variations of a photographic image featuring a girl wearing a coat and holding a stuffed animal, her face obscured
“Darrel Ellis: Regeneration” explores intimacy, identity, and loss through experimental mixed media, like in the above pieces titled “Untitled (Laure on Easter Sunday).” | Photo by the COLAtoday team
We recently caught two unique, can’t-miss exhibitions at the Columbia Museum of Art — the first, a one-of-a-kind exploration of American life curated by the CMA, and the second, a convention-bending, emotional collection making its lone Southern stop in Columbia, SC.

We loved “Interior Lives” and “Darrel Ellis: Regeneration,” and we think you will too.

What we tried:

We toured both exhibitions with the CMA’s Michael Neumeister and Jackie Adams.

Neumeister is responsible for curating “Interior Lives” and gave us in-depth insight into the process of putting together this exhibition, which explores the ways everyday Americans lived between the years of 1890 and 1945 (read: the Gilded Age and the Progressive Era).

Ever toured the Biltmore? Or seen “The Age of Innocence” (one of this writer’s favorites) or, well, HBO’s “The Gilded Age”?

This exhibition begins by inviting visitors into the lavish interiors of the upper class before delving into the other side of the wealth gap, showcasing factory workers, switchboard operators, and other working-class Americans.
 
News Notes
 
Open
  • Lazy Latte Coffee — located at 4800 Wade Hampton Blvd., Ste. D — is now open. Sip on coffee from fellow Upstate coffee brand Unlocked Coffee in a cozy setting with an abundance of comfy seats.
Plan Ahead
  • The Post and Courier Greenville is hosting a new event called Now Open bringing together Greenville’s newest restaurants in a casual tasting setting at Magnetic South Brewery. Save the date for the first event on Tuesday, April 16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Get tickets.
Watch
  • It’s (almost) showtime. The Peace Center’s 2024-2025 Broadway season lineup will be announced tomorrow, April 10 on WYFF News 4 at 6 p.m.
Sports
  • Playoff tickets are on sale for the Swamp Rabbit’s first two home games on Sunday, April 21 + Monday, April 22. This is the fourth year in a row our team is playing for the Kelly Cup in the postseason.
Drink
  • The Gimlet Games will take over Woodside Bistro on Sunday, April 21 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Watch your favorite bartenders from across Greenville go head-to-head in a series of service industry challenges. Plus, catch City Editor Stephanie as a judge.
Real Estate
  • Only a few lots remain in this highly sought-after gated community minutes from downtown. You can build your dream home on one of these exclusive residential lots in Chanticleer (think: location, location, location).*
Health
  • In recent years, ketamine has gained attention as a promising treatment for mental health conditions. Enter: MindWell Health, a local, comprehensive mental healthcare facility offering personalized ketamine treatment plans with a commitment to patient care in a safe and comfortable environment. Learn more.*
Home
  • Psst — When’s the last time you replaced your bath mat? Our favorite memory foam bath mat is on sale through the weekend.*
 
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Today Is
 
⚾ Opening Day
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Fluor Field looking stunning, as always. | Photo by @james_simpson_photography
The Greenville Drive — coming off their second-ever SAL Championship — opens their season today, April 9 at Fluor Field at the West End.

We asked you your favorite reasons to visit the ballpark:
  • The game, I keep my eyes on the field.
  • The food, it’s all about the peanuts and Cracker Jacks.
  • The promotions, the wackier the theme night the better.
  • All of the above, I’m here for all of it.
To no surprise, 60% of you answered all of the above. We agree and think everything is a home run.

Important reminder

With the ongoing County Square redevelopment, there are changes this season. Free lots are available along Pendleton Street and paid parking is available in downtown garages with free Greenlink trolleys dropping you off at Fluor Field.
 
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Gifts for the bride-to-be. The wedding gift guide features everything from homemade earrings for the bachelorette party to a facial roller for necessary self-care days.
 
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Stephanie and I viewed the partial solar eclipse with some friends at The Commons and it was the perfect spot. Here’s our recap, in case you missed it on Instagram.
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