Pickens County

Pickens County is an administrative division in northwestern South Carolina covering rolling terrain with extensive forest coverage and river systems. The county spans multiple municipalities and unincorporated communities connected by highways and rural roads.

The county was established in 1826 and named after General Andrew Pickens, a Revolutionary War leader from the region. It developed on lands previously inhabited by Cherokee peoples who had lived there for generations.

The county holds regular community recognition programs, including the Pinnacle Citizen Award that acknowledges residents for their contributions to local development.

Schools, libraries, and public facilities are distributed throughout the region for resident use. Main highway corridors connect different parts of the county, making navigation straightforward for visitors.

Hagood Mill, a structure from 1845, contains ancient Cherokee rock carvings discovered within its grounds. The site now operates as a heritage location offering visitors insight into early industrial and Native American history.

Location: South Carolina

Inception: 1826

Capital city: Pickens

Shares border with: Transylvania County, Anderson County, Greenville County, Oconee County

Website: http://co.pickens.sc.us

GPS coordinates: 34.89000,-82.72000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:58