Salem Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Salem
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Photo by Deidree DeHart
Photo by Deidree DeHart
Photo by Deidree DeHart
Photo by Deidree DeHart
Photo by Deidree DeHart
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Photo by Cindy Keese

Where to stay in Salem

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Turtlehead

If you're spending some time in Turtlehead, Lake Keowee and Chapman Bridge Oconee Bell Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

Turtlehead
Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly

Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly

Salem
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Family vacation
"Very close to devils fork state park. Great if you have a boat and want to enjoy the lake! We had 5 adults and used 3/4 rooms. Pleanty of space for us. Really enjoyed the screened in porch. Happy we were able to bring our dogs!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

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Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly
Lake Jocassee retreat on two acres!! New hot tub, Devil’s Fork State Park

Lake Jocassee retreat on two acres!! New hot tub, Devil’s Fork State Park

Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Jocassee and Devils Fork State Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
A private getaway
"Our week at Lake Jocassee was the perfect opportunity to unplug and rest. We were able to visit a few of the local parks. The views are incredible! We rented a boat just a few minutes from the house and explored all of the lake’s waterfalls. The property is a short drive to the beach. Michael was ..."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

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Lake Jocassee retreat on two acres!! New hot tub, Devil’s Fork State Park
North Keowee Family Lake House on Private Cove With Dock / 5 MIN FROM JOCASSEE

North Keowee Family Lake House on Private Cove With Dock / 5 MIN FROM JOCASSEE

Salem
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Lake Jocassee and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
"Great location on the northern part of the lake. Kids enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. Secondary refrigerator was a blessing. Plenty of room for our group of 13. Steps to lake aren’t too bad, but don’t forget anything!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

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North Keowee Family Lake House on Private Cove With Dock / 5 MIN FROM JOCASSEE
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Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly

Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly

Salem
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Family vacation
"Very close to devils fork state park. Great if you have a boat and want to enjoy the lake! We had 5 adults and used 3/4 rooms. Pleanty of space for us. Really enjoyed the screened in porch. Happy we were able to bring our dogs!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly
Lake Jocassee retreat on two acres!! New hot tub, Devil’s Fork State Park

Lake Jocassee retreat on two acres!! New hot tub, Devil’s Fork State Park

Salem
Stay at this vacation home in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Jocassee and Devils Fork State Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
A private getaway
"Our week at Lake Jocassee was the perfect opportunity to unplug and rest. We were able to visit a few of the local parks. The views are incredible! We rented a boat just a few minutes from the house and explored all of the lake’s waterfalls. The property is a short drive to the beach. Michael was ..."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Lake Jocassee retreat on two acres!! New hot tub, Devil’s Fork State Park
North Keowee Family Lake House on Private Cove With Dock / 5 MIN FROM JOCASSEE

North Keowee Family Lake House on Private Cove With Dock / 5 MIN FROM JOCASSEE

Salem
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Lake Jocassee and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
"Great location on the northern part of the lake. Kids enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. Secondary refrigerator was a blessing. Plenty of room for our group of 13. Steps to lake aren’t too bad, but don’t forget anything!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

North Keowee Family Lake House on Private Cove With Dock / 5 MIN FROM JOCASSEE
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Devils Fork State Park

Devils Fork State Park

You can take time to visit Devils Fork State Park during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Devils Fork State Park

Keowee Key Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Salem at Keowee Key Golf Course. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a football match.

Keowee Key Golf Course

Devils Fork Lake Jocassee

Explore the great outdoors at Devils Fork Lake Jocassee, a lovely green space in Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Devils Fork Lake Jocassee

DAR Monument

Explore the great outdoors at DAR Monument, a lovely green space in Salem. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.

DAR Monument

McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve

You can take time to visit McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve during your travels to Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve

Keowee Key Dog Park

After visiting Keowee Key Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Salem. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Keowee Key Dog Park

Cities near Salem

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Seneca

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