Why go
- Town in South Carolina, United States.
- Served by Anderson Regional Airport (AND).
History
Pendleton is a town in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 3,489 at the 2020 census. It is a sister city of Stornoway in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. The town is located southeast of Clemson, SC, which is home to Clemson University.
Where to stay
181 E Queen St, Pendleton, SC 29670 · magnoliahillinn.com
621 S Mechanic St, Pendleton, SC 29670 · libertyhallbnb.com
415 Charlie White Trail, Pendleton, SC 29670 · clemson.edu
1000 Millwee Crk Rd, Pendleton, SC 29670 · rockyretreatsc.com
150 Dalton Dr, Pendleton, SC 29670 · clemsonrv.com
102 Electric City Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621 · wyndhamhotels.com
155 Threlkeld Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · woodspring.com
128 Interstate Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · wyndhamhotels.com
115 Market Street, Clemson, SC 29631 · innatpatricksquare.com
1007 George Smith Mill Rd, Anderson, SC 29625 · wyndhamhotels.com
120 Interstate Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · hilton.com
115 Destination Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · hilton.com
117 Interstate Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · marriott.com
116 Interstate Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · choicehotels.com
118 Interstate Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · choicehotels.com
4515 Clemson Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621 · choicehotels.com
220 Issaqueena Trail, Clemson, SC 29631
Restaurants & places to go
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 850 Old Greenville Highway, Clemson, 29631 · arbys.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 06:00-22:00; Su 07:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 7691 Highway 76, Pendleton, 29670-9162 · bk.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: 06:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 1061 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · chick-fil-a.com
Mexican, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:45-22:00 Features: takeaway · 393 College Avenue, Clemson, 29631 · locations.chipotle.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-02:00; Su 10:30-24:00 Features: takeaway · 501 Old Greenville Highway, Clemson, 29631 · pizza.dominos.com
Donut, Coffee Shop, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 05:00-21:00; Sa-Su 06:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 1068 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · locations.dunkindonuts.com
Chinese, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-20:00; Fr 11:00-18:00; Sa 11:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 720 McMillan Road, Clemson, 29634 · pandaexpress.com
Hawaiian, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 391 College Avenue, Clemson, 29631 · pokestarcuisine.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-16:00; Su 08:00-14:00 Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 1 Klugh Avenue, Clemson, 29634 · starbucks.com
Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-We 09:00-02:00; Th-Sa 09:00-04:00; Su 09:00-02:00 Features: takeaway · 1057 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · locations.tacobell.com
American, Restaurant · Opening hours: 24/7 · 1064 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · locations.wafflehouse.com
Bagel, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-16:00 Features: takeaway · 720 McMillan Road, Clemson, 29631 · locations.einsteinbros.com
Juice, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 1060 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · locations.smoothieking.com
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Restaurant · Opening hours: 11:00-01:00 Features: outdoor seating · 238 Bryan Circle, Clemson, 29631 · thehalalshack.com
Frozen Yogurt, Ice Cream · Features: takeaway, step-free access · 1390 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · tcby.com
Ice Cream · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 11:30-18:00; Sa,Su 13:00-18:00 Features: outdoor seating · 720 McMillan Road, Clemson, 29634 · clemson.edu
Asian, Restaurant · Features: step-free access · 1390 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · clemsonredbowl.com
Hot Dog, Restaurant · Hot Dog restaurant · skinshotdogs.com
Regional, Cafe · Regional cafe · 104 East Main Street, Pendleton, 29670 · villagebakeryandcafe.com
Cajun, Restaurant · Cajun restaurant · 403 College Avenue, Clemson, 29631 · go.walk-ons.com
Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-20:00 · 111 Earle Street, Clemson, 29631 · cocobowlz.com
Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 06:00-19:00; Sa-Su 07:00-19:00 Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 341 College Avenue, Clemson, 29631 · locations.summermooncoffee.com
Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo 11:00-24:00; Tu-Sa 11:00-27:00; Su 11:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 105 Sloan Street, Clemson, 29631 · todaropizza.com
Fine Dining, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 11:30-21:30; Sa 17:30-21:30; Su off · 1058 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631
Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant · 6630 Highway 76, Pendleton, 29670 · thesmokinpigsc.com
Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant · 500 Old Greenville Highway, Clemson, 29631
Food Court · food court · McMillan Road, Clemson, 29631
Indoor
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 1353 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · firehousesubs.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 09:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 1048 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · locations.wendys.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-00:00; Su 10:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 1059 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · zaxbys.com
Mexican, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 391 College Avenue, Clemson, 29631 · locations.moes.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:30-24:00 Features: takeaway · 501 College Avenue, Clemson, 29631 · locations.papajohns.com
Donut, Restaurant · Donut restaurant · 900 South Mechanic Street, Pendleton, 29670 · wakenbakebreakfast.com
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 103 Johnathon Street, Pendleton, 29670 · lingardenpendleton.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Coffee Shop cafe · 118 Pinnacle Street, Clemson, 29631
American, Restaurant · Opening hours: Tu-We 16:00-23:00;Th-Sa 11:30-02:00 · 101 Keith Street, Clemson, 29631 · itsurwiener.com
Bagel, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 08:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 08:00-27:00; Su 08:30-15:00 Features: takeaway · 385 College Avenue, Clemson, 29631 · sullyssteamers.com
Juice, Salad, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 07:00-20:00; Fr 07:00-16:00; Su 12:00-20:00 Features: takeaway · 110 Cherry Road, Clemson, 29634
Ice Cream · ice cream · 126 East Main Street, Pendleton, 29670
Asian, Restaurant · Asian restaurant · 1067 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · zenramensushiburrito.com
Regional, Restaurant · Regional restaurant
Restaurant · Opening hours: 11:00-22:00 Features: step-free access · 1066 Tiger Boulevard, Clemson, 29631 · eattg.com
Cafe · cafe · 385 Old Greenville Highway, Clemson, 29631
Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant · 190 New Hope Road, Clemson, 29631
54 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Airports
Anderson Regional Airport (AND) 12 mi to the centre
Anderson, SC, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Oconee County Regional Airport (CEU) 6.1 mi to the centre
Clemson, SC, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Pickens County Airport (LQK) 12 mi to the centre
Pickens, SC, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Donaldson Field Airport (GDC) 24 mi to the centre
Greenville, SC, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Davis Field 9.4 mi to the centre
Liberty, SC, US
Lagniappe STOL Field 13 mi to the centre
Pelzer, SC, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Anderson Regional Airport (AND); 7 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Pendleton, SC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
Intercity coach
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