Hagood Mill Grist Mill SC & 5 Great Tips
Looking to visit the Hagood Mill Grist Mill?
Hagood Mill is located in Pickens County, SC, on Hagood Branch, previously known as Jennings Creek. Mills existed here as early as the 1790s. The grist mill that is on-site currently was built in 1845 by James Hagood. The mill operated until 1966 within the family. In 1973, the mill was donated to the Pickens County Museum.
At that point, they rebuilt the water wheel and some mechanical components of the mill. Today, there is water pumped underground from the creek to the mill. Previously, it was created by the dam site, which is 1,650 above it.




Hagwood Historic site
At the mill, you will find a blacksmith shop, a cotton gin, a moonshine still, and historic cabins. Also, there are Native American rock carvings. In addition, you’ll find numerous walking trails and a steel-constructed bridge that dates back to 1930; it was moved on-site in 2007. You will even come across a covered bridge over Hagood Creek along your path.


Hagood Mill Operating Hours
The mill is open any day during daylight hours. The visitors center is closed Mon-Tue.
Wed-Sat, they are open from 10 am to 4 pm and Sun from 1 pm to 4 pm.


Hagood Mill Admission
Hagood Mill is now offering a season pass for $50 and grants you access to all third Saturday events and free entry into the Petroglyph site as well during their normal operating hours. You can purchase your pass at the visitor’s center.
Address: Hagood Mill Foundation, 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Pickens, SC 29671
Professional photographers will be required to purchase a photography pass. It’s $25/day or $125/year. There is a pass that you will be required to wear.

Hagood Mill Events
At the mill, you will find various events throughout the year. Every third Saturday, they do have events. You will find living history demonstrations, live music, vendors, and food trucks. Check out their event page for more details.

The mill produces stone ground grits, corn meal, flour, and specialty items available for purchase in the gift shop. They are freshly ground on the third Saturday of each month, and some products are available on a limited basis.
Hagood Mill Camping
Hagood has over 50 acres of land and has some designated areas for camping. The camping area is located across the road from the historic sites, which are near their pavilion and disc golf course. This is dry camping; no hookups are available.
They do have a bathhouse available, which does include access to showers. RV and tent camping is allowed. Currently, it’s $30 a night for RVs and $15 a night for tents (2 tents max per site). You can also hammock camp, and that is $10 a night.
If you have an RV with a generator, you will be situated away from others. If you have a loud generator, it will not be allowed. Fires are allowed in designated areas only. Leashed pets are allowed. Leave no trace; please pack up your trash and clean up after your pets.
In addition, if you just want to find a spot to have a picnic, they do have a dedicated area for picnics, and it’s first come, first serve. If you want to reserve for the day, it’s $25, and you will need to contact their office.

Hagood Mill Classes
Hagood Mill offers various classes for children and adults. One of the most popular activities is blacksmithing. You will find classes on plant medicine, pottery, hearth cooking, chair seat weaving, gardening, leathercraft, and spoon carving.
Please check out their website for additional details on the classes. For children, they have field trips and camps available as well.
Sites Nearby Hagood Mill
We recommend checking out Sassafras Mountain Overlook, about 30 minutes away. It’s the tallest spot in South Carolina, and you’ll see views of NC, SC, and GA.
If you want to get off the beaten path and see the incredible view of Lake Jocassee, take your 4×4 and drive out to the overlook called Jumping Off Rock Overlook. Pack a picnic and stay a while to enjoy the view!
Want a beautiful spot for a sunrise? Head to Bald Rock Heritage Preserve to take in stunning views of the SC foothills and Table Rock.