Pelion is a small town in southern Lexington County, best known for its annual Peanut Party festival and its strong agricultural traditions. Pronounced “PEEL-e-yon.”
Community Vibe
Pelion maintains a small-town atmosphere with close community ties and a rural backdrop. Events like the Peanut Party highlight its agricultural roots, and the town is surrounded by farmland and open countryside.
History
Pelion developed as a farming settlement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its identity has long been tied to agriculture, with peanuts becoming a cultural symbol through the town’s signature festival, which began in the 1980s.
County
Pelion is in Lexington County.
Schools
Pelion is part of Lexington School District One. Local schools include Pelion Elementary, Pelion Middle, and Pelion High School.
Commute
Pelion is about 25 miles southwest of Columbia, accessible via U.S. Highway 178 and nearby rural routes. The drive to downtown Columbia generally takes 35–40 minutes.
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