MED
The Golden Corner
Living in the Upstate
At the foot of the Appalachians
The fellow will work primarily out of Seneca, South Carolina. Living in here is idyllic. Find yourself bounded to the north by North Carolina and the rising Appalachian mountains, to the south by a major transportation thoroughfare allowing access to Charlotte and Atlanta, to the west by the Chattooga river and north Georgia hills, and to the east by a string of lakes and rivers. Easy access to city amenities is also right here in Greenville, SC.
Outdoor Paradise
The Upstate of South Carolina is a paradise for those who love the outdoors. Recreation opportunities abound.
Family-friendly
South Carolina is a wonderful place to raise a family and enjoy a slower pace of life.
Diverse Community
Like our landscape, the Upstate is a diverse community. Our communities range from rural Appalachia to cosmopolitan urban settings. This breadth is reflected in our patient population and in the living opportunities available to fellows.
Recreate here.
1 / Hike
Hundreds of miles of trail in the Upstate make it a veritable hiking paradise. The famous 77-mile Foothills trail winds itself along the Blue Wall of the southern Appalachians, providing some of the best views, scenic environments, and solitude in the Carolinas. It also provides a large portion of the rescue activity in the region, as people travel from around the United states to test their trail gumption on its paths.
2 / Climb
Within 50 miles of Seneca, SC lie thousands of climbing routes, including the historic Looking Glass rock; Laurel Knob, the tallest cliff in the eastern United States; and the incredibly scenic Tallulah Gorge in Georgia. Roped climbing, bouldering, and even ice climbing lie just outside your door.
3 / Dive
Year-round diving can be found in lake Keowee, where the Hot Hole can register temperatures as high as 80 degrees in the winter. But locals know the best place to dive is lake Jocassee where the cool waters reach 350 feet deep and visibility is excellent.
Recreate here.
4 / Ride
The Upstate and western North Carolina are a regional haven for both mountain bikers and road cyclists. Serious cyclists will try their hand at the 2,500 foot climbs into the mountain passes, and mountain bikers can find their fixation in any of the hundreds of miles of regional trails suited to any riding style.
5 / Paddle
Whether your desire is flat water or whitewater, the Upstate and western North Carolina have plenty of both to keep the avid paddler engaged year-round. The national scenic Chattooga river offers class 5 rapids right in Oconee county, with several local rivers offering class 4 rapids. Our abundance of lakes and slow-moving rivers also allow for a plethora of more relaxed paddling opportunities.
6 / Forage and Hunt
A moist climate and a hardiness zone of 8a combine to make the region an excellent place for foraging. Thousands of mushrooms dot the forests in the summer, and a variety of edible plant species can be found throughout the region. Dozens of prominent toxic species also make the Upstate a great place to learn wilderness toxicology. Hunters will find abundant deer, turkey, bear, and other game animals.