Start on campus
Build a student-focused day around Bowman Field, Fort Hill, the South Carolina Botanical Garden, the Brooks Center, and Clemson traditions such as the 55 Exchange.
Browse the Clemson Bucket List or compare Clemson-area attractions.
About This List
This list was started out of a lack of any central place to see all the things that you can do while you're a Clemson student. I hope this can be a resource for students for years to come. If you have any questions/comments/etc, shoot me an email at mattrtrombley@gmail.com. Enjoy!
Last Updated April 2026
Choose the right Clemson guide
Clemson has plenty to do beyond a football weekend. Start with the kind of day you want, then use the detailed lists below to compare places, distances, and practical notes.
Choose an outdoor day
Stay close with Lake Hartwell, Mountain View Park, or the Clemson Experimental Forest, or use the driving-time data to find waterfalls and longer Upstate hikes.
Compare hiking spots, browse other outdoor activities, or play the unofficial campus disc golf courses.
Plan an indoor or nearby outing
For a rainy day or a longer outing, compare museums, galleries, theaters, bowling, skating, mini golf, and other destinations around Clemson, Anderson, Seneca, and Greenville.
Clemson Bucket List
Everything you need to do before you graduate.
Fun Places to Visit
Movie theaters, mini golf, and more.
Campus Disc Golf
The unofficial on-campus disc golf courses.
Hiking Spots
All the best and most scenic spots to hike in the area.
Misc. Outdoors
More outdoors, including parks and disc golf courses.
Misc. Attractions
Museums, farmer's markets, and more.