If you love this view, consider taking a trip along the Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Highway (SC 11) which follows the path of an old Cherokee Indian trail along the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is over 100 miles long, and will take you by awe-inspiring mountain scenes, Lake Hartwell‘s serene waters, and much, much more.

Other can’t miss mountain areas in South Carolina are Caesar’s Head State Park and Table Rock State Park. Take some time away from your busy schedule and take a road trip to experience everything our state has to offer.

Many thanks to Jerry Stafford for providing this wonderful shot he took in October 2010.

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Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Alley has always been an important part of Seneca’s history. In the early 1900s, it was home to pool halls, meat and vegetable markets, and bars. Eventually the buildings became run-down and fell into disrepair.

Then, in the mid-1990s, Seneca’s mayor had the buildings cleaned up and the road repaved. After the dirt and grime were gone, people realized Ram Cat Alley was full of charm and potential.

Since its revitalization, many boutique shops and restaurants have opened, and it has become a pedestrian-friendly area popular among residents and visitors alike.

For a list of shops and restaurants in Ram Cat Alley, be sure to check out this website.

Many thanks to Gary DuBose who submitted this picture and historical information.