Local Guide: Inman, SC
Guests who want to explore the local area have two charming downtown options nearby. Downtown Inman, SC is just a few miles away and offers a relaxed small-town Main Street feel with local shops, restaurants, community events, and easy places to stroll or grab a bite. For a slightly longer outing, Downtown Landrum, SC is around 14 miles away and adds a scenic foothills feel with boutiques, antique shops, galleries, and quaint local dining. Together, these nearby downtowns give guests an easy way to enjoy local shopping, food, and Upstate South Carolina charm during their stay.
Things to Do
Golf:
Woodfin Ridge Golf Course is one of the Upstate’s standout golf options, located in Inman near Lake Bowen. The course stretches 7,107 yards from the championship tees and winds through natural features including creeks, streams, Jacob’s Creek, scenic Lake Bowen, and views framed by the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is a great choice for guests who want a beautiful round of golf with both scenery and challenge. The property also includes dining at Zane’s Restaurant, making it easy to turn a tee time into a fuller outing.
Woodfin Ridge Golf Course Website
Boat Rentals:
Gotcha Covered Marine is a convenient Lake Bowen-area option for guests who want to spend time on the water during their stay. The Inman-based business supports boat owners with sales, service, maintenance, cleaning, storage, and financing, and its rental presence promotes pontoon boat rentals on Lake Bowen. It is a good fit for guests who want an easy lake-day activity without traveling far from the property. Guests should call ahead to confirm current rental availability, timing, and requirements before planning their day.
Baseball: Hub City Spartanburgers Game
A Hub City Spartanburgers game is a fun, family-friendly outing for guests who want to enjoy Minor League Baseball in Spartanburg. The team’s official site includes tickets, schedules, promotions, roster information, news, and Fifth Third Park details, making it easy for visitors to plan around a home game. Fifth Third Park is the team’s new Spartanburg ballpark and adds another entertainment option to the area. It is a great evening activity for guests looking for something casual, local, and energetic beyond the lake.
Local Dining Recommendations
Bowen’s Landing is a neighborhood eatery with a menu that includes seafood favorites such as low country boil, crab cakes, shrimp and grits, and parmesan flounder. The restaurant also offers steak and a relaxed patio atmosphere, giving it an easygoing Southern-coastal feel.
4.9 Miles Away
El Mex serves classic Mexican favorites in a casual family-restaurant setting, along with margaritas and regular drink specials. It is a convenient local spot for lunch or dinner near Lake Bowen, with dine-in and online ordering available.
3.6 Miles Away
Hare & The Hound is a warm American restaurant in Landrum with menus for dining, drinks, catering, and special occasions. It is a great choice for a sit-down meal when guests want comfort food, drinks, or a more polished small-town dinner option.
13.4 Miles Away
Lake Bowen Fish Camp
Lake Bowen Fish Camp serves Southern-style seafood and has been part of the Upstate dining scene for more than 40 years. It is a classic fish camp experience with a large dining room, group-friendly seating, and a strong local following.
4.8 Miles Away
Pizza Perfect Pizza
Pizza Perfect Pizza offers specialty pizzas, build-your-own pizzas, calzones, pasta, chicken wings, salads, and dessert pizzas. It is a longtime Spartanburg County favorite for carryout and delivery, with a casual and family-friendly pizza-shop feel.
The Drake House
Stax’s Drake House specializes in home-cooked Southern meat-and-three plates and is especially known for its fried chicken. Guests can expect comforting classic flavors, house seasoning, and the charm of a historic home turned restaurant.
14 miles Away