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
"Fantastic customer service all around. Room was great as was location."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Best Western Plus Clemson Hotel & Conference Center
"The Fitness Center had a couple broken items and needs a little bit of overhaul."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Lakeside Lodge Clemson
"Great location to campus, surrounded by stores and restaurants. Plus has a great on site restaurant with a view. Lots of space in the room!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Postcard Cabins Lake Hartwell, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
"Cutest little cabin!!!!!!!!! We loved everything! The view was amazing, The bed was cozy, etc!!! I can’t wait to return!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

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.
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.
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.
