McCormick County

McCormick County is an administrative division in western South Carolina located along the Savannah River. It encompasses sections of Sumter National Forest with pine-covered hills and river bottomlands.

The territory was established in 1914 and named after Cyrus Hall McCormick, who donated substantial land for the county seat. This founding created a new administrative division in the region.

The county keeps Southern traditions alive through local festivals and gatherings where traditional dishes connected to farming heritage are shared. These events show how the community maintains its connection to rural life.

Three state parks - Hickory Knob, Baker Creek, and Hamilton Branch - are located within the county and offer various outdoor activities. Visitors can find hiking trails, fishing spots, and camping areas throughout these spaces.

With fewer than 10,000 residents, it ranks as the smallest territory of its kind in South Carolina. This modest size gives the place a close-knit community character that sets it apart from larger districts.

Location: South Carolina

Inception: 1914

Capital city: McCormick

Shares border with: Greenwood County, Edgefield County, Columbia County, Lincoln County, Elbert County, Abbeville County

Website: http://mccormickcountysc.org

GPS coordinates: 33.90000,-82.30000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43