City of Rock Hill - General Information
Rock Hill, South Carolina, founded in 1852, is a business-savvy blend of historic charm and responsibly implemented expansion. The city is located in the north-central area of South Carolina approximately 20 miles south of Charlotte, NC along the I-77 corridor. Rock Hill is a growing community of 67,000 residents, and the City encompasses over 36 square miles. Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, SC and the only major South Carolina city in the Charlotte area. Rock Hill enjoys balmy summers and mild winters. The average high temperature in summer is 87 degrees Fahrenheit while average highs in winter hover in the low 50’s.
What's Happening in York County
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Rock Hill Galleria is an enclosed shopping center conveniently located off I-77 at Exit 79, Dave Lyle Blvd. The Center is anchored by Belk, JCPenney, and Sears and offers a variety of specialty stores including Victoria’s Secret, Aeropostale, Foot Locker, Hot Topic, Yankee Candle, rue21, Kay Jewelers, and Bath & Body Works. Regular mall hours are 10am-9pm, Monday-Saturday and noon-6pm on Sunday.
Historic Brattonsville presents the history of the Scots-Irish or Ulster-Scots in the South Carolina upcountry largely through preserving and interpreting the story of the Bratton family. Featuring more than 30 historic structures from the 1760s to the late 19th century, the site provides visitors with an opportunity to see the evolution of Southern culture and architecture in the South Carolina Piedmont.
Riverwalk
Through a public-private partnership the Assured Group and City of Rock Hill have built the Velodrome and mountain biking trails, and are planning facilities including the YMCA and athletic fields. This is an offering unique to the region. Facilities and events will foster health, wellness and athleticism while providing a community-based environment that supports sports and entertainment. Locally, it will be a venue for families to bike, hike and play; a hub for organized athletic teams; and a meeting place for local cycling and kayaking clubs. Nationally, it will be recognized as a world-class training center for Olympic and professional cyclists as well as a host of championship events.
Landsford Canal State Park
Stretched along the Catawba River on the South Carolina fall line, Landsford Canal State Park is home to the well-preserved remains of the canal system that made the river commercially navigable from 1820 to 1835. The Catawba River is home to the largest known stand of the rocky shoals spider lilly, a flower species found predominantly in the Southeast. Peak bloom season for the rocky shoals spider lily is during May and June. Favorite activities in this Piedmont park include picnicking, nature watching and studying the canal structures. Fishing is permitted along the Catawba River, and a paddling trail runs through the park for canoes and kayaks.
York County 101 Citizens Academy
The York County 101 Citizens Academy is designed to give residents an opportunity to learn more about county government and the services provided through daily operations. Each session will introduce a variety of topics to give participants an overview of York County's departmental functions and operational procedures and provide a venue to promote open lines of communication.
The academy is free to York County citizens 18 years of age or older. The class is offered annually over a nine-month period from February to October, and will typically be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is required and is limited to 25 participants on a first come-first served basis. (info copied Nov 2024)