Once privately owned and enjoyed exclusively by Aiken's storied winter colony set, Hitchcock Woods is now owned by the Hitchcock Woods Foundation, a nonprofit organization that makes the Woods available to the community. This nearly 2100-acre longleaf pine forest has 65 miles of marked trails available to hikers, runners, equestrians, and carriage drivers. The Woods are home to the rustic Aiken Horse Show in late March and early April, one of the oldest annual horse shows in the country.
This two-year-old state of the art facility seats approximately 300, plus the 32 seat Hospitality Suite/Balcony which is available for pre- and post-show receptions, while maintaining an intimate atmosphere. The 52
Aiken, SC ArtsMuch of Aiken`s present-day features are rooted in its history as the "Sporting Capital of the South." Many years ago, the city was also thought of as a healthy resort that brought wealthy northerners down south. Ninety-room "cottages"
Aiken, SC Other AttractionsOne of over 20 regional races sanctioned by the United States Lawn Mower Racing Association for 2001. Events include lawn mower track races in 6 categories with awards to top 5
Aiken, SC Other AttractionsA self-guided tour of the fine eateries in downtown Aiken. The tour also takes participants by the many unique specialty sho...
Exhibits and displays tell the story of Barnwell and its role in the history of South Carolina from the earliest Native Ameri...
Visitors & History Center includes museum of Beech Island history, archival research room & visitor information...
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Peaches, plums, nectarines & apples (Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith) in season; tomatoes, squash, pickling cucumbers, apple & peach...