Salem
Travel Guide





Visit Salem
Where to stay in Salem

Turtlehead
If you're spending some time in Turtlehead, Lake Keowee and Chapman Bridge Oconee Bell Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson
"Easy friendly check in and the room was wonderful. Definitely would stay again, the restaurant was also delicious"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Best Western Plus Clemson Hotel & Conference Center
"Save your money and stay elsewhere. The air-conditioning in my room was broken upon arrival. I was told to "give it time to cool down," but after sweating it out for three hours, I finally had to demand a new room. Things didn't get better at the gym—the Peloton bike lacked a power cord and was completely ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Lakeside Lodge Clemson
"No breakfast was the only bummer. Would rather not be forced to leave the property"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Postcard Cabins Lake Hartwell, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
"very enjoyable stay"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Carolina Camp Cedar
"The cottage was clean, staff was so friendly, our stay was quiet and peaceful… it was perfect! Definitely planning to stay there again!"
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit

Devils Fork State Park
You can take time to visit Devils Fork State Park during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Keowee Key Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Salem at Keowee Key Golf Course. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a football match.
Devils Fork Lake Jocassee
Explore the great outdoors at Devils Fork Lake Jocassee, a lovely green space in Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.
McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve
You can take time to visit McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.
Boones Creek Oconee Bell Preserve
You can take time to visit Boones Creek Oconee Bell Preserve during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.
DAR Monument
Explore the great outdoors at DAR Monument, a lovely green space in Salem. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.
