Abbeville County

Abbeville County is an administrative division in South Carolina featuring rolling hills, forests, and waterways in the Savannah River basin. The land varies between wooded areas and open spaces across several hundred square miles.

The county was established in 1785, created from the Ninety-Six District during early settlement of the region. It became strategically significant during the Civil War period as conflict shaped its communities.

The area reflects Scottish, Irish, and French Huguenot roots in its local customs and community celebrations. These heritage influences shape the traditions and gatherings people participate in today.

Visitors can explore the hilly and forested landscape along various roads, though infrastructure and services vary across different areas. A personal vehicle is helpful for traveling between locations and accessing the countryside.

The area contains portions of Sumter National Forest, a vast woodland where visitors can hike and explore trails through undeveloped terrain. Calhoun Falls State Park sits within this forest setting and features cascading waterfalls along scenic water routes.

Location: South Carolina

Inception: March 12, 1785

Capital city: Abbeville

Shares border with: Greenville County, Anderson County, Laurens County, Greenwood County, McCormick County, Elbert County

Website: http://abbevillecountysc.com

GPS coordinates: 34.23000,-82.45000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08