Poinsett Bridge

Discovering South Carolina and the surrounding areas not only allows us to share our rich heritage with our children, but gives us a fun and affordable way to enlighten and enrich our own lives. Getting outside with nature helps us to realize the delicate balance between man and earth as well, which is why I love visiting nature-themed attractions in and around the upstate. Today's spot is no exception.

The Poinsett Bridge is what remains of a historically important road that linked the lowcountry with the mountain towns and communities of western North Carolina.

The bridge covers a meandering stream off of Highway 11. Did you know that if you visit many of the local Walgreens in the area they have Highway 11 t-shirts available for sale? How cute!

There are also some really great trails to hike around, as well as plenty of markers along Highways 414, 11, and 101 (north of Greer, SC) that allow this historic site to be found with relative ease. The trails look moderately easy, but at nine months pregnant I think I'll save that hike for another day! :)

Stay tuned, next week I'll be covering EdVenture museum in Columbia, SC!