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About Aiken, South Carolina
Aiken has a rich and exciting history. Charted in 1835, it was initially a
railroad town, named in honor of the first railroad president. Laid out with
wide streets and parkways it attracted many visitors, including Northerners who
established the renowned "winter Colony".
Polo was played in Aiken in 1882, six years after the game was introduced in the United States. The horses fared so well in the mild winter climate that trainers congregated here to tone their steeds for the spring races, and they still do! Almost every major race in the country has at least one Aiken-trained horse in it. Aiken's love for horses comes to a crest during Aiken's Triple Crown -- three successive weekends of Harness Racing -- Aiken Trials and the Aiken Steeplechase.
The climate is pleasant with four distinct seasons and generally mild temperatures. Golf and tennis are year-round activities, and outdoor recreation is popular throughout the year.
For more information, visit www.aikenonline.com and www.aiken.net.
What's Close By
Columbia, SC: Approximately 60 miles from Aiken. Visit the historic downtown, the Capitol building, the SC State Museum, University of South Carolina (Home of the Fighting Gamecocks), Riverbanks Zoo and more.
The Coast: 2 1/2 hours or less to the coast. Visit Charleston, Hilton head, Myrtle Beach, Kiawah Island, Fripp Island, Edisto Island or any of the other beautiful SC coastal communities.
The Mountains: 2 1/2 hours or slightly more to the mountainous region of South Carolina and North Carolina. Take a hike through the waterfall-speckled trails, sightsee during the fall foliage, or visit such well-known cities as Greenville, Spartanburg and Ashville, NC.
Augusta, GA: 17 miles west of Aiken, SC. Visit the home of the Master's golf tournament, the Augusta National golf course; see the historic downtown and Riverwalk.
Atlanta, GA: 2 1/2 hours from Aiken. Home of the Braves and site of the 1996 Summer Olympics. See the underground malls, the zoo, theaters and many other attractions.
Lake Murray: The close proximity avails boating and fishing enthusiasts of many opportunities. These recreational spots may also be used for swimming and water skiing.