Scranton, South Carolina
Scranton is a small town in southern Florence County, located between Coward and Lake City along US Hwy 52. It offers visitors a quiet stop with rural scenery, local businesses, community spaces, and easy access to nearby Florence County attractions. Journeying here works well as part of a day trip that includes Lake City, Coward, or Lynches River County Park.
Scranton offers visitors a quiet look at rural Pee Dee life. The town is surrounded by farmland, local businesses, and country roads. It is a simple stop on a Florence County backroads trip.
What makes Scranton Special?
The town is known for traditional Southern food with a barbecue buffet served in a restored schoolhouse. This kind of local dining experience gives visitors a taste of small-town hospitality and Pee Dee flavor. It is a simple but memorable reason to slow down and explore Scranton.
Scranton is also home to parks and recreation spaces. The town offers a walking track, City Hall Park, tennis courts, and Weatherford Park. These community spaces adds to the local charm. They also make the town a nice stop for families and outdoor breaks.
Things to See & Do
Take a drive along US Hwy 52. Look for small-town streetscapes, local businesses, and rural scenery. Stop by the town’s community recreation areas. Enjoy a walk, a park visit, or a quiet outdoor break.
Don’t miss your chance to check out Schoolhouse BBQ. Schoolhouse BBQ is open Thursday through Saturday from 10:30AM – 8PM and Sunday from 10:30AM – 2PM.
Scranton also connects visitors to outdoor adventure through local paddling experiences. Riverrat’s Canoe and Kayak Rentals helps visitors access the SC Revolutionary Rivers National Water Trail and discover the blackwater rivers tied to Francis Marion history.
Plan Your Visit
Scranton is located about 20 miles south of the city of Florence down US Hwy 52. With its location between Lake City and Coward, it’s scenery and outdoor exploration make it a perfect stop.
For local town information, contact Scranton Town Clerk
Scranton Town Clerk
Address: 1818 US Hwy 52, Scranton, SC 29591
Phone: (843) 389 – 2222
Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30AM – 5PM
