State and Local Conservation Groups Protect Legacy Landscape in SC Mountains

Naturaland Trust acquires 1,090 acres in Pickens County

State and local leaders along with outdoor enthusiasts gathered today to get a first glimpse from the scenic ridge of the 1,090-acre Saluda Bluff property acquired by Naturaland Trust earlier this year. Located in the bullseye of decades of conservation work and public lands that defines the upcountry of South Carolina, visitors to Saluda Bluff can get a birds’ eye view of more than 10,000 acres of protected properties. Additionally, the significant amount of frontage along the Saluda River along with the adjoining floodplain made this project a priority for the South Carolina Office of Resilience. The southern property line contains nearly a mile of Scenic Highway 11. By utilizing $7 million of State Appropriated funds, SCDNR expects to receive ownership of the property no later than early 2025.

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