Welcome to Fort Mill, South Carolina.
York County and Lancaster County are located in north central South Carolina, just south of Charlotte, North Carolina.
It is one of the fastest growing areas in the Charlotte, NC Metro Region. The area offers
a neighborly atmosphere with access to big-city amenities--without the big-city hassles. Travelers, new
residents and businesses learn quickly that Southern hospitality has true meaning here.
Sun, sand and surf--miles of clean South Carolina beaches are only three hours away.
The Blue Ridge Mountains and seasonal snow skiing are only two hours away.
Moderate climate leads to an abundance of year round recreational, sporting and cultural activities.
Tennis and golf never go out of season. There are numerous tennis courts and golf courses in the area from
which to choose.
For the water enthusiast, there is Lake Wylie to the north, the Catawba River to the east, and the Broad River
to the west. Waterfront living and amenities abound in the area.
For the nature enthusiast, several national and state parks are in the area. You can experience nature in all
its glory at many of the local parks and greenways.
The area has a rich cultural heritage with many historical sites for the history buff. A number of them are
national historic sites and landmarks.
For the sports enthusiasts, here are just a few of the local facilites, and many sports related activities available in the area:
Leroy Springs Recreational Facilities
Fort Mill facility shown on right
NFL Football - Carolina Panthers
NBA Basketball - Charlotte Bobcats
WNBA Women's Professional Basketball - Charlotte Sting
Ice Hockey - Charlotte Checkers
NASCAR racing at Lowe's Motor Speedway at Charlotte
Winthrop Eagles in Rock Hill
World class softball tournaments at Cherry Park
Local Cities/Towns:
Town of Fort Mill, South Carolina
Fort Mill Area Downtown Association
Fort Mill Rescue Squad
City of Tega Cay, South Carolina
City of Rock Hill, South Carolina
Local Chambers of Commerce:
York County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Lancaster Chamber of Commerce
Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce
Entertainment abounds aplenty. There's always something to do. Active cultural and arts organizations are
available county wide and in neighboring Charlotte. Local communities have a variety of events and festivals
throughout the year. Learn about events in the area by visiting the following websites:
About The Olde English District
The Museum of York County
The York County Convention and Visitors Bureau
York County Culture and Heritage Commission
Arts Council of Rock Hill and York County
Paramount's Carowinds
South Carolina Information Highway
Other helpful information about the area.
Piedmont Healthcare System
Carolinas Medical Center - Pineville
Local/State Government:
York County Government
SC Department of Transportation
South Carolina State Government
Local Papers:
Fort Mill Times
The Herald
Lake Wylie Pilot
Charlotte Observer
Charlotte, NC
Charlotte Convention & Visitors Bureau
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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