Josh's Guidebook

Josh And Tara
Josh And Tara
Josh's Guidebook

indoor and outdoor fitness and activities

nice and well maintained park with multiple playgrounds, sports fields, trails, indoor gym with indoor track, basketball and racket ball courts, full disk golf course, pet friendly, picnic areas, activities and more!
11 locals recommend
Crooked Creek Park
1098 Old Lexington Hwy
11 locals recommend
nice and well maintained park with multiple playgrounds, sports fields, trails, indoor gym with indoor track, basketball and racket ball courts, full disk golf course, pet friendly, picnic areas, activities and more!
nice pier, great fishing, relaxing by the lake with exceptional views, and access to Lake Murray Dam
19 locals recommend
Lake Murray Dam Recreation Park
2101 N Lake Dr
19 locals recommend
nice pier, great fishing, relaxing by the lake with exceptional views, and access to Lake Murray Dam
Large public beach with playgrounds, picnic areas, concession stands, public restrooms, and pet friendly.
11 locals recommend
Lake Murray Public Park
1832-1834 N Lake Dr
11 locals recommend
Large public beach with playgrounds, picnic areas, concession stands, public restrooms, and pet friendly.
This Lake is known for exceptional fishing, scuba diving, ski competitions, parades and concerts on water, lake side restaurants and marinas, islands to explore, free public ramps and parks, gorgeous sunsets, and so much more!
51 locals recommend
Lake Murray
51 locals recommend
This Lake is known for exceptional fishing, scuba diving, ski competitions, parades and concerts on water, lake side restaurants and marinas, islands to explore, free public ramps and parks, gorgeous sunsets, and so much more!
Free and easy to access public boat ramp with a dock for fishing, public beach area for swimming, picnic areas to relax, spacious parking for your boat/trailer/cars, pet friendly and super close to our retreat!
Hilton Recreation Area
Cove Launch Court
Free and easy to access public boat ramp with a dock for fishing, public beach area for swimming, picnic areas to relax, spacious parking for your boat/trailer/cars, pet friendly and super close to our retreat!
Huge and Wonderful zoo with all kinds of fun activities and unique exhibits for children and adults of ALL ages!! Restaurants, concessions, and alcohol served on site. Splash pad open during summer. Relax in the sun or shade on one of the many benches in the Botanical Gardens. Feed tropical birds, giraffes and turtles. See baby animals up close on their many walks and the zoo. Play with the farm animals in their natural habitat. Gorillas, Kangaroos, Komodo Dragons, etc etc etc!
268 locals recommend
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
500 Wildlife Pkwy
268 locals recommend
Huge and Wonderful zoo with all kinds of fun activities and unique exhibits for children and adults of ALL ages!! Restaurants, concessions, and alcohol served on site. Splash pad open during summer. Relax in the sun or shade on one of the many benches in the Botanical Gardens. Feed tropical birds, giraffes and turtles. See baby animals up close on their many walks and the zoo. Play with the farm animals in their natural habitat. Gorillas, Kangaroos, Komodo Dragons, etc etc etc!
Gorgeous park with multiple river access points for fishing, relaxing in a tube, taking the down stream on your own or with a guided group, playgrounds, public restrooms and more.
59 locals recommend
Saluda Shoals Park
5605 Bush River Rd
59 locals recommend
Gorgeous park with multiple river access points for fishing, relaxing in a tube, taking the down stream on your own or with a guided group, playgrounds, public restrooms and more.
So much fun!!! It's a true hands on experience and you be laughing the way through.
15 locals recommend
Eudora Farms
219 Salem Ln
15 locals recommend
So much fun!!! It's a true hands on experience and you be laughing the way through.
121 locals recommend
EdVenture Children's Museum
211 Gervais St
121 locals recommend
125 locals recommend
South Carolina Military Museum
1 National Guard Rd
125 locals recommend
32 locals recommend
Frankie's Fun Park
140 Parkridge Dr
32 locals recommend
6 locals recommend
Plex HiWire Family Fun & Sports Center
1019 Broad Stone Rd
6 locals recommend
Waterfall Junction
1300 Botanical Pkwy
123 locals recommend
The Children's Museum of the Upstate
300 College St
123 locals recommend
9 locals recommend
Dave & Buster's
100 Columbiana Circle
9 locals recommend
6 locals recommend
Stars and Stripes
800 Lake Murray Blvd
6 locals recommend
25 locals recommend
Riverfront Park
1115 Gist St
25 locals recommend
splash pad great in summer
Melvin Park
370 A Eptings Camp Rd
splash pad great in summer

Food Scene

The best burgers around...for Vegetarian and Meat lovers alike!
14 locals recommend
Higher Ground - Char House
211 Chapin Rd
14 locals recommend
The best burgers around...for Vegetarian and Meat lovers alike!
Our newest addition to upscale dining... great selection of melt in mouth steaks, gourmet desserts and cocktails to die for.
7 locals recommend
Chophouse of Chapin
105 A Ellett Road
7 locals recommend
Our newest addition to upscale dining... great selection of melt in mouth steaks, gourmet desserts and cocktails to die for.
seafood!! :) need I say more?
15 locals recommend
Catch 22
223 Columbia Ave
15 locals recommend
seafood!! :) need I say more?
Travel back in time into this adorable old school themed sofa shop.... serve AMAZING food, ice cream, coffee, lobster rolls, fresh chocolates and candy from the good Ole days that didn't know existed anymore! They have indoor and outdoor seating. (Pet friendly on the patio.)
S&S Destination
1200 Chapin Rd
Travel back in time into this adorable old school themed sofa shop.... serve AMAZING food, ice cream, coffee, lobster rolls, fresh chocolates and candy from the good Ole days that didn't know existed anymore! They have indoor and outdoor seating. (Pet friendly on the patio.)
Guess what?? Chickenbutt!! These guys pride themselves on some the donuts you've ever had! Pick from creations or create your own!
6 locals recommend
Chickenbutt Donuts
2130B Dutch Fork Rd
6 locals recommend
Guess what?? Chickenbutt!! These guys pride themselves on some the donuts you've ever had! Pick from creations or create your own!
Enjoy the breeze sitting on their spacious patio with a unique twist on your favorite coffee and amazing brunch at this great Cafe in downtown Chapin. They handmake ALL their pastries, desserts, scones and muffins. Or enjoy their chefs Shrimp and Grits, homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, etc. You can't wrong here. And yes...pet friendly on the patio.
The Daily Grind Cafe
908 Chapin Road
Enjoy the breeze sitting on their spacious patio with a unique twist on your favorite coffee and amazing brunch at this great Cafe in downtown Chapin. They handmake ALL their pastries, desserts, scones and muffins. Or enjoy their chefs Shrimp and Grits, homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, etc. You can't wrong here. And yes...pet friendly on the patio.
The classic ice cream and fried chicken that many call comfort food....yum.
Zestos
1250 Chapin Rd
The classic ice cream and fried chicken that many call comfort food....yum.
Greek Food!! And yes, the owner is from Greece.
7 locals recommend
Zorba's Restaurant & Sports Bar
1260 Chapin Rd
7 locals recommend
Greek Food!! And yes, the owner is from Greece.
The BEST watering hole around... especially if you're looking for craft beer. These guys manage to get their hands on some very unique beer from all over the US. You can enjoy your beer inside, on the giant patio, grassy area with picnic tables, or take it with you... your choice! But make sure to check out their food truck menu... they a different truck every day and they are all amazing.
7 locals recommend
Lazy Creek Taphouse
306 St Peters Church Rd
7 locals recommend
The BEST watering hole around... especially if you're looking for craft beer. These guys manage to get their hands on some very unique beer from all over the US. You can enjoy your beer inside, on the giant patio, grassy area with picnic tables, or take it with you... your choice! But make sure to check out their food truck menu... they a different truck every day and they are all amazing.
Fun, Fun, Fun on the lake!!! Its a party all the yime between here and their sister next door, Catfish Johnnys. And if you want food... they that too! Come by car or boat!
15 locals recommend
Rusty Anchor Restaurant
1925 Johnson Marina Rd
15 locals recommend
Fun, Fun, Fun on the lake!!! Its a party all the yime between here and their sister next door, Catfish Johnnys. And if you want food... they that too! Come by car or boat!
One of the largest bar and restaurants on the Lake. They have patio seating on both levels with a view can't beat, or enjoy the AC inside and still the Lake view! And the marina is their sister property...so you can come by boat or car here as well.
61 locals recommend
Liberty Tap Room
1602 Marina Rd
61 locals recommend
One of the largest bar and restaurants on the Lake. They have patio seating on both levels with a view can't beat, or enjoy the AC inside and still the Lake view! And the marina is their sister property...so you can come by boat or car here as well.
If you love California Dreamin... you'll this restaurant. Good food, great atmosphere and awesome drinks! Sit inside or outdoor on their covered patio. Live music some nights.
J Peters Grill & Bar - Chapin
912 Chapin Road
If you love California Dreamin... you'll this restaurant. Good food, great atmosphere and awesome drinks! Sit inside or outdoor on their covered patio. Live music some nights.
If you're looking for a late night place, we have this fun living bar and restaurant right in the heart of Chapin on the charming Beaufort street. Live music, karaoke, and trivia is their specialty... and of course, their drinks! :)
10 locals recommend
Tipsy Toad Tavern
103 Beaufort St
10 locals recommend
If you're looking for a late night place, we have this fun living bar and restaurant right in the heart of Chapin on the charming Beaufort street. Live music, karaoke, and trivia is their specialty... and of course, their drinks! :)