Anderson district, South Carolina, United States

Places to visit near Iva

Iva is a town in Anderson district, South Carolina, United States, home to about 1,278 people. Within 50 km by road there are 177 places to visit — 93 churches, 40 forts & heritage, 15 lakes, dams & reservoirs and 9 parks. The must-see places are Lake Russell Calhoun Falls SC (16 km), M60 (30 km) and Belton Standpipe (36 km).

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Iva at a glance

Location
Anderson district, South Carolina, United States
Population
about 1,278
Coordinates
34.3065° N, 82.6637° W
Places within 50 km
177 (7 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; year-round for churches and parks

Top places to visit near Iva

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Iva: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Churches near Iva

111 churches within 100 km of Iva. The closest is First Baptist Church (2 km). Best time: year-round.

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Forts & heritage near Iva

53 forts & heritage within 100 km of Iva. The closest is Robin Blue Monument (25 km). Best time: october to february.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Iva

25 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Iva. The closest is Hartwell Dam (19 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Parks near Iva

15 parks within 100 km of Iva. The closest is Allen Park (22 km); the best-known is Secession Hill (38 km). Best time: year-round, evenings.

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Museums near Iva

11 museums within 100 km of Iva. The closest is Anderson County Museum (28 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Iva

7 waterfalls within 100 km of Iva. The closest is Lake Russell Calhoun Falls SC (16 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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A one-day trip from Iva

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 66 km on the road.

  1. Start in Iva
  2. 2 km First Baptist Church · church, Anderson
  3. 8 km Starr United Methodist Church · church, Anderson
  4. 7 km Hebron United Methodist Church · church, Anderson
  5. 10 km Rocky River A M E Church · church, Abbeville
  6. 23 km Lake Russell Calhoun Falls SC · waterfall, Abbeville
  7. 16 km Back to Iva

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How to reach Iva

    All places near Iva by distance

    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Iva by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches93111First Baptist Church (2 km)
    Forts & heritage4053Robin Blue Monument (25 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs1525Hartwell Dam (19 km)
    Parks915Allen Park (22 km)
    Museums711Anderson County Museum (28 km)
    Other attractions210M60 (30 km)
    Waterfalls47Lake Russell Calhoun Falls SC (16 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints26Little Mountain (19 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens16Sumter National Forest (40 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves33Paris Island (32 km)
    Caves11Vector Engraving Studio (29 km)

    Iva: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Iva?

    Lake Russell Calhoun Falls SC (waterfall, about 16 km), First Baptist Church (church, about 2 km), Hebron United Methodist Church (church, about 7 km), M60 (attraction, about 30 km), Starr United Methodist Church (church, about 11 km), Rocky River A M E Church (church, about 11 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Iva?

    177 places on Spotwander: 93 churches, 40 forts & heritage, 15 lakes, dams & reservoirs, 9 parks, 7 museums.

    Which is the nearest church to Iva?

    First Baptist Church, about 2 km by road; Hebron United Methodist Church (7 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest fort to Iva?

    Robin Blue Monument, about 25 km by road; The Wilhite House (27 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest lake to Iva?

    Hartwell Dam, about 19 km by road; Broadway Lake (22 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Iva?

    Start in Iva, visit First Baptist Church, then Starr United Methodist Church, then Hebron United Methodist Church, then Rocky River A M E Church, then Lake Russell Calhoun Falls SC, and drive back — about 66 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Iva?

    October to February for forts & heritage; August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; year-round for churches and parks.

    Towns near Iva

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