Anderson, South Carolina, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, lies in the state’s northwestern corner in a region known as The Upstate. It is just two hours from Atlanta and Charlotte on the shores of Lake Hartwell, one of the most popular lakes in the Southeast. The lake is 56,000 acres big, with more than 900 miles of shoreline, making it a paradise for fishing and boating. It is studded with landmarks from its past, including historic Pendleton, an entire town on the National Register of Historic Places, the Woodburn & Ashtabula historic homes and the Anderson County Museum. With more than a dozen golf courses, it’s a great place to tee it up. From fine dining to popular chains to the ever-popular “meat and three” restaurants, you’ll find menus for every taste.