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Elkmont Trading Company
100 Liberty Dr, Clemson, SC 29631, United States
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Ja
Review №1

I drove 11 hrs from NJ to by a kayak here. Super nice people. Super nice store. TONS of stuff in here. They took their time to help me and I even got. new seat for my old kayak which i had been searching forever for!

KD
Review №2

I am beyond happy with my purchase. Smooth transaction and received my order in days!! Not to mention prior to my order I received a thank you email from Lee & Aimee Hill of Elkmont Trading CO. The shoe is so comfy and I will def order from the trading company again!

Ja
Review №3

Where are all the good brands for ladies like Patagonia, Columbia, North Face, Kuhl?They used to sell these brands.

Th
Review №4

Paid for shoes a while back but they didnt have the correct size in the color I wanted. I was told they would order them. They eventually called to tell me they wouldnt be able to get the color I wanted, but that they also wouldnt refund my money. I would have to get store credit... What?!... After speaking with a few people and complaining about their return policy, they eventually came to their senses and returned the money to my card.I dont know if their policy has changed or not, cause I havent been back since. Plus, I hated walking around feeling like their employees are hawking you thinking you might steal something the whole time.Theyre kind of overpriced anyways, so it hasnt affected me. I would rather support local places, but not this time.Hopefully things have changed for the better since then.

Do
Review №5

Great service and nice place to get a beer and a little meals and snacks. Great service.

Ke
Review №6

Great place for your outdoor needs. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. We bought 2 kayaks and a lot of hiking equipment. Highly recommend them.

Te
Review №7

I went to the Powdersville store the other day to purchase some items and I must say that the employees were so great. Also, all the employees had their mask on which was a great sight to see. But, they greeted me as soon as I walked in and was just so helpful. So very nice to have a great local store in Powdersville like Elkmont. Tell that young man Daniel to keep up the good work—he was very helpful and knew so much about everything in the store.

Wa
Review №8

Seems like the owner started to get a outfitter store going, but his wife took it over and turned it into a girlie store

Da
Review №9

Looking to purchase 2 pair of oboz. Asked if there’s a discount or percentage off for purchasing g 2!pair. NO! Only to discover a first time discount of 10% for first time buyer online.Needless to say, I did not get the shoes and doubt if I will ever shop there again. Staff is not knowledgeable, all too young to know about merchandise. Many of them acted as if they were above the customer!Sorry to say it, but don’t waste your time. Even sales area is a mess and over priced!

La
Review №10

Just wanted to say thanks to Ken for taking the time to call me and discuss some kayaks at length the other day. I was going to drive up from the Atlanta area this week to look at some models but unfortunately (after further discussion with family) decided not to pursue the kayak purchase at this time. When I do, I will certainly drive up to Clemson, and will highly recommend Elkmont Trading Co. to anyone I know who is considering a kayak purchase.

Br
Review №11

Purchased a fishing kayak from these guys and let me just say that I highly recommend doing business here.The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and more than willing to go the extra mile. I requested pictures of a 2 kayaks that were stored and racked, the email came with great pics in a very timely fashion.After 2 visits and both ending after official close of business, all I can say is Im impressed.Just good folks, and a great atmosphere.Thanks Dustin, you and your team were awesome.

To
Review №12

I purchased several items from elkmont Clemson on December 23 just came in to return two items on December 27 and was told I could only get exchange or store credit. I wish this had been told to me at the time of purchase. I understand it is Christmas time and they are very busy and they think they tell everyone the policy but I wasn’t told this. Sad that 81.00 will cost them several thousand over my lifetime I won’t be back for product or food

Ja
Review №13

Nice, well lit, well decorated and appealing to the eye. The prices sometimes seem a bit high, especially when comparing to online prices of the items, but the store owner is wonderful and very knowledgeable about products. The sales associates are also always very knowledgeable, cheerful, and helpful. They also offer a military discount, which I think is great.Definitely worth a stop if youre in the area!

Do
Review №14

Lot of high quality outdoor and CU things. Didnt have enough time. Saw some gift ideas. Got some locally made mint soap, good Columbia jacket at great sale price. Need to go back to check out the life vest. Look nice for kayaking

K
Review №15

Shopping and dining all under one roof! Couldnt ask for more. Friendly-helpful staff, great name brands for outdoor gear, and dont forget to check out the tap room. Love this place!

Da
Review №16

One of the coolest stores I have ever visited. I actually bought some rite in the rain notepads for cheaper than Amazon has them listed for! If you like being outdoors, visit this store.

Ma
Review №17

Great mountain ambiance. Everything from clothes to kayaks to fly fishing. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. One of the staff took my husband fishing after we bought our cabin. They used a kayak from ETC and he showed Steve the great spots around Clemson. We visit every time we go to our cabin in Seneca.

Da
Review №18

Had at least three employees welcome me and ask if I needed help with anything. One I already knew and had gotten to know, another introduced himself to me (which I thought was very kind), and the other put some shorts I wanted to try on in the fitting room for me while I looked for more pairs. Excellent experience, very pleasant staff, and a surprisingly good stock of outdoor equipment for its size. Highly recommend.

Wi
Review №19

Its a fine shop. Clean. A bit overpriced as can be expected. Basic selection of gear. More of a clothing store than a gear store. Staff was nice enough. Courteous. Staff was not extremely knowledgeable, but could answer basic questions. No complaints. Nothing overly praiseworthy. A great place to go if you have lots of disposable income and are looking for a trendy outdoorsy shirt.

Da
Review №20

Great place for a more outdoor/rugged type of people. Find high quality beard oil, boots, clothes and just about anything within outdoor/rugged life style.

Me
Review №21

ETC is one of the more unique and enjoyable stores to shop at in Clemson! The staff are attentive and very helpful in finding the perfect gift or in locating the items you are searching for. The products they sell are more on the high end side of the outdoor market but there is something for everyone.

St
Review №22

Love this store. They have all of your outdoor needs. The staff is super friendly and makes you feel welcome. The staff was very knowledgeable and was willing to help me with all of my questions.

TI
Review №23

Very nice store. Staff is amazing and i love my yoga pants!

Ch
Review №24

Upscale hiking, camping, river and outdoor fashion store. Good place to get gifts. Very nice cabin interior and helpful staff. Good supply of maps. Also has a nice bar with craft beers and hot sandwiches.

Se
Review №25

The staff is excellent. Limited menu but every item on there is made with top ingredients. One warning...dont order an appetizer for one person, it will feed a table full.

M
Review №26

This is such a nice store; they carry a plethora of unique and high-quality clothing, gear and decor. The customer service is especially sublime. I was very impressed and left knowing I will return often.

Sa
Review №27

When I found the kayak Id been searching for on the Elkmont website, I called to make sure it was still available. From the time Caleb answered the phone, to them agreeing to hold the boat for me for a day, to the great advice and counsel Dustin gave me, to the discount Lee kindly gave me for some issues that arose, to the great beer from their bar, I couldnt have asked for a better experience! Thank you, gentlemen!

Ma
Review №28

Enjoyed the lunch. Staff great. Will visit again.

He
Review №29

Ive loved Elkmont ever since it was Outdoor Adventures! Always quality, exciting things to look at and buy and the staff is always very friendly. Even though Im not local anymore, whenever I visit Clemson I always make sure to drop in. I also love to visit during their tent sales - my favorite score was a pair of five fingers for about $18! They have a good assortment of footwear, clothing, hammocks, kayaks, etc. Basically everything youd need to have a proper adventure!

Ma
Review №30

Our whole family has been shopping at Elkmont for years. Weve always been treated with the utmost respect and have been warmly welcomed by the owners as well as the employees. They have a wonderful selection of merchandise at fair prices. If youve never been, you need to visit them soon!

St
Review №31

Great little place for craft beers in Clemson. Friendly staff. Just I nice homey unpretentious beer place.

Ge
Review №32

Super nice store with high quality products and helpful staff.

Ch
Review №33

Awesome place with friendly and helpful staff! A great place for all your outdoor gear needs.

He
Review №34

Found sizes and colors we were looking for. Alison provided great help. Good look.

Ju
Review №35

This place is a treasure trove of outdoor accessories needed for your water & hiking sports. Was very happy we stopped in. My friend found several very nice shirts too. Take your time in here or youll miss something. Going back again before we leave the area

Th
Review №36

Online shopper. Shipped immediately

Ez
Review №37

Very trendy but relaxed atmosphere. Mead is awesome and beer selection is great. Staff is personable. Uncle Lemuel Cheese plate is a favorite.

Al
Review №38

Ive lived in the area for 4 years and just now discovered the Elkmont restaurant and bar. Their beer and wine selections are amazing. My family and I loved the food as well. Try the BLT and Pimento cheese sandwhich! In this age of franchises, the Elmont is a refreshing experience.

Jo
Review №39

Had lunch and it was very good. This was our 2nd. time to eat there. Very nice atmosphere, very clean and we enjoyed it.

An
Review №40

Went in close to closing time, I was expecting the employees to rush us out. Quite the opposite happened. They were courteous and even took us downstairs to show us some paddle boards. 5 stars for great attitudes and knowledgeable staff!

Je
Review №41

Great and helpful staff to help equip you for your next adventure!

Ni
Review №42

Very good selection and a great staff! The only negative to be said is that the prices can be very steep. Obviously, the products they sell are expensive, but it needs to be mentioned for future patrons.

Ty
Review №43

Good deals, they offer beer and food, and the equipment is top notch! Service isnt bad either.

La
Review №44

Great outdoors store owned by locals. I attended a party in the back bar and was very pleased that they served foods and drinks with only whole ingredients (no artificial sweeteners in the soda, etc.) highly recommended!

Kr
Review №45

Beautiful and clean building. Higher prices , but good clearance deals.

to
Review №46

Beautiful products..lovely staff..be prepared to spend money..prices are a little high but to be expected for area and merchandise provided..

Ma
Review №47

Elkmont Trading Company is, without a doubt, the best outdoor shop in the upstate. Their selection is second to none, the quality is amazing, and the staff are tremendously knowledgeable and friendly. If you like spending a lot of time in nature, this is the place to stock up.

Ta
Review №48

Very neat place! Im looking into buying a kayak and they are very knowledgeable! Met Amiee today!

Ly
Review №49

Great quality clothing and outdoor gear.

Ja
Review №50

Awesome staff, huge selection, and great deals!

De
Review №51

Went for lunch. Delicious beer and mead. Great veggie panini

RO
Review №52

While the selection was good, no one bothered to ask if their was anything they could do. Then at checkout, the mustache guy seemed to be perturbed I was interfering with his inventory/phone usage.

He
Review №53

Great place to stop for craft beers, good sandwiches and appetizers. Sit inside or out and enjoy Clemsons best kept secret tavern.

An
Review №54

Great store just disappointed by the lack of Christ in my last email. No one shortens Thanksgiving so I think we have room for Christ in Christmas!

Je
Review №55

Intimate dining experience, good food and beer selection. Fun place.

E
Review №56

Great atmosphere. Staff always so friendly and attentive. Wine wednesdays are great.

Da
Review №57

Great little bar! They have a good variety of craft beers on tap.

Ch
Review №58

Awesome store! Great selection and attentive staff. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. Cheers!

Fr
Review №59

Great selection of outdoor apparel and hiking shoes. Top shelf, friendly staff can recommend items based on an understanding of your preferences.

J
Review №60

Great Beer and service! I highly recommend the food, especially the Best Brat Ever with Tater Salad!

Th
Review №61

Nice place with a great selection of hiking, camping, and fishing supplies. Also theres a small bar in the back with a good selection of beers

Ja
Review №62

Great assortment of products but not cheap

Ki
Review №63

Food is limited but well-made and fresh. Great draft selection and friendly staff!

Ma
Review №64

This outdoor store carries clothing, gear and home sundries. it has an awesome atmosphere with recycled materials from old Tennessee barns. great staff too

Ba
Review №65

Too pricey but great selection of products.

mi
Review №66

Excellent friendly, helpful staff. I rented a SUP here. great rentals too

Br
Review №67

Great service and a good selection of all kinds of things

Br
Review №68

Great service. They helped us do a warranty repair on a broken tent pole for a tent we did not buy there. We will definitely buy or next tent here!

Ji
Review №69

Very helpful staff. Just dislike the return policy. Nice selection and quality products.

Ni
Review №70

Well stocked outfitting store. Found some sandals that I had been searching for ages! Elkmont had them!

Sh
Review №71

Beware online buyers! Elkmont doesn’t give refunds. Only store credit!!

Ru
Review №72

Unknown to us, there is a bar/restaurant tucked at the back of the shop. The food is good. I got the Pork BBQ Pimento sandwich.

Ci
Review №73

Old fashioned store with lots of unusual things hard to find.

Ha
Review №74

Great place! Great roast beef sandwich! Thanks Lee!!

Cl
Review №75

Great place, great atmosphere, top shelf products, and friendly staff. They carry top shelf items, so this isnt where you want to go for Walmart items. But, if you are looking for Yeti, Patagonia, Orvis or other top shelf outdoor products, this is the place to go.

Je
Review №76

Great place if you have the right state of mind. I would rather be kayaking than writing this review.

Ca
Review №77

I have never experienced the level of insolence like I just encountered. The unfortunate part, I believe it was one of the owners that treated us this way. I will not be going back because I refuse to support a company that treats their customers with such a level of disrespect; ESPECIALLY considering the amount of money one would spend in such a store.

Je
Review №78

Decent selection, the staff was very nice.

Ka
Review №79

Nice, clean local’s place for craft brew beer and good atmosphere. Selection not as broad as some but my hubby and I enjoy going.

Vi
Review №80

Love the place looking forward into going back one day

Da
Review №81

Nice selection for camping and fishing supplies. Nothing for big and tall though.

Ja
Review №82

Im a big fan of the bar in the back, its small but has some nice beers and the food is surprisingly good.

Ja
Review №83

Great atmosphere, very helpful staff, good selection. Sadly, no Elks or Mountains available to trade.

Ro
Review №84

Great place for groups. Food is delicious and beer options are wonderful.

Rh
Review №85

I could spend all day walking around browsing in there! Fair prices, friendly and fast service!

ga
Review №86

Excellent service wonderful products, very pricey though. Dont go here if you dont want to spend a buck.

Ki
Review №87

Great selection and good quality clothing , higher end clothing and pricing

Sa
Review №88

Shopping Heaven. Great stuff.

Ke
Review №89

Really great food, mostly sandwiches served hot and cold.

Mi
Review №90

Great store with great quality products and an ever expanding selection.

Pe
Review №91

We love their facility and they have a great selection.

Tr
Review №92

Awesome service, beer selection and yummy sandwiches!

Li
Review №93

Great products for outdoor enthusiasts. Good sales.

Er
Review №94

Great local outdoor store. Good selection of gear

Dr
Review №95

Really wide selection of outdoors and outdoors gear. Good prices and the staff is really helpful

To
Review №96

This is my go to store for all things outdoors..best selection, service and product knowledge around.

Na
Review №97

Friendly staff. They sell great gear, but it is a little pricey.

Ka
Review №98

Love it! People are helpful, and a glass of ale not to bad either!

er
Review №99

Elks club is on point,taste is amazing

Go
Review №100

Cool shop, tjey sell numerous items from clothing, sup boards, jewelry, & more. Is on the expensive side though.

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  • Address:100 Liberty Dr, Clemson, SC 29631, United States
  • Site:http://www.elkmonttradingcompany.com/
  • Phone:+1 864-653-7002
Categories
  • Canoe & kayak rental service
  • Clothing store
  • Home goods store
  • Men's clothing store
  • Shoe store
  • Women's clothing store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–5pm
  • Tuesday:10am–7pm
  • Wednesday:10am–7pm
  • Thursday:10am–7pm
  • Friday:10am–7pm
  • Saturday:10am–7pm
  • Sunday:10am–6pm
Service options
  • In-store pick-up:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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