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Lake Keowee Lake Keowee covers Keowee Town, site of the capitol of the Lower Cherokee Nation. Keowee, meaning "place of the mulberries," was visited by Spanish explorer Hernando DeSoto when he came through the area in 1540. With 18,500 acres of water and a 300-mile shoreline, the Lake Keowee area is a popular place for fishing, waterskiing, swimming, camping and picnicking.
Links:
http://keoweewatersports.com - Jet Skis and Ski Boat Rentals as well as Water Ski and Wakeboard Instruction.
www.lakekeoweemarina.com - Boat Rentals, Full Service Marina
www.lakejocassee.com - Pontoon and Canoe Rentals
www.matriarchyacht.com - Wine and Cheese Cruises with 1940's Style and Ambiance, Chartered Lake Cruises.
Lake Jocassee
This lake has 7,500 acres of deep water and 75 miles of shoreline. The lake is named Jocassee, "place of the lost one," after a Cherokee Legend. Jocassee, an Indian maiden, was said to have drowned herself in grief over the murder of her lover. The popular recreation area is surrounded by mountains and waterfalls.
Links:
www.lakejocassee.com - Pontoon and Canoe Rentals, Guided Lake Tours to Numerous Water Falls, Sunset Cruises
www.jocasseeoutdoor.com - Country Store, Boat Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Guided Lake & Waterfall Tours, Foothills Trail Shuttles
http://keoweewatersports.com - Jet Skis and Ski Boat Rentals as well as Water Ski and Wakeboard Instruction.
Lake Tugaloo
Lake Tugaloo is fed by the Chattooga and Tallulah Rivers. Backed up by the Tugaloo dam the lake is a peaceful spot and a great place for fishermen. Kayaking tours of the lake offer a opportunity to see the beauty of this hidden gem up close.
Links:
Outfit-her - offers guided kayaking tours.
www.wildwaterrafting.com - offers guided kayaking tours.
Chattooga River Flowing freely through the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains is the Chattooga River. THE premier whitewater destination in the southeast. The dynamics of this river and the surrounding area, present the most complete package nature lovers of all experience and thrill-seeking levels. Additionally there are many other rivers and creeks in the area that are running when there is enough rain or the dams are releasing?
Links:
www.wildwaterrafting.com
www.noc.com
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