The Clemson Tigers athletic teams and Clemson University are located in the municipality of Clemson, situated in the northwestern corner of South Carolina. Nestled within the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the shores of Lake Hartwell, the university town serves as a vibrant, tight-knit academic community where campus life and local culture revolve entirely around collegiate traditions, university events, and spirited support for the athletic programs that define the region's identity.