Welcome! Chances are you are at your home or your
office. Wouldn't you rather be out boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, or sailing in a South Carolina state park?
One thing
we have found is that not everyone knows about their state parks so we have
put together this site to help find the fun places to go. To the side we
have listed related information. Have fun and enjoy the relaxation and
excitement of the outdoors!
Aiken State Natural Area
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Four spring-fed lakes and the meandering South Edisto River. The park also offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities such as canoeing the Edisto River, fishing in one of the park lakes,picnicking, camping and hiking trails. Private boats are not allowed on the park lakes, however private boats are allowed on the Edisto River at a drop-off area. Enjoy fishing in one of the four park lakes or the South Fork of the Edisto River for bream, bass and catfish.
Andrew Jackson State Park
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Recreational opportunities include a campground, fishing lake, picnic shelters and nature trail. Private boats are not allowed in the park lake, however rental fishing boats area available. Enjoy fishing for bass, bream, catfish and crappie in the 18-acre park lake.
Baker Creek State Park
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Situated in a heavily wooded area with rolling terrain, this 1,305-acre park offers guest numerous outdoor recreation opportunities such as camping, fishing, picnicking, hiking and biking. Two boat ramps provided private boat access to Strom Thurmond Lake. Enjoy fishing in Strom Thurmond Lake for several species of bass, crappie, catfish, bream and striper.
Barnwell State Park
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The two park lakes provide day-visitors and overnight guests the opportunity to appreciate the natural features while enjoying the recreational opportunities on the park. Private boats are not allowed in the park lakes, however rental fishing boats are available. Fishing for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish may be enjoyed in the 16-acre lake or 8-acre lake.
Caesers Head State Park
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Caesars Head is an excellent park for nature enthusiasts and photographers. This park joins Jones Gap State Park and other natural areas to comprise the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. Enjoy fishing in the Middle Saluda, Matthews and Julian creeks for brook, spotted and rainbow trout.
Calhoun Falls State Recreation Area
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Calhoun Falls State Recreation Area is located on Lake Russell, one of South Carolina's most popular fishing lakes. A boat ramp provides private boat access to Lake Russell. Lighted marina offers 36 rental boat slips. Thirty-two of the 36 slips include water and electricity and access to sewage pump-out, restroom with hot showers and in-boat refueling. Enjoy fishing in Lake Russell for bass, crappie, bream, walleye, stripers and catfish.
Charles Town Landing State Historic Site
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More than 300 years ago, colonists established the first permanent European settlement in the Carolinas on these grounds. The Animal Forest, a natural habitat zoo, features animals that roamed here centuries ago such as pumas, bison, alligators, black bears, wolves, otters, bobcats and more. Discover history from guided tram tours or from miles of foot and bicycle paths.
Cheraw State Recreation Site
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Its recreational lake provides opportunities for fishing and other water activities, and can be enjoyed from several lakefront campsites. A boat ramp provide access to Lake Juniper for private boat with no more than 10 horsepower. Enjoy fishing in the park's 360-acre Lake Juniper for bass, bream and catfish.
Chester State Park
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Park guests enjoy day-use activities such as picnicking, fishing from a rental jon boat in the park’s 160-acre lake and hiking on the nature trail. A hand-launched access area is available for private boats, which are restricted to hand-powered and electric trolling motors. Enjoy fishing for bass, bream, catfish and crappie in the park’s 160-acre lake.
Colletan State Park
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Campers, fishermen, canoeists and other outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the peaceful and relaxing blackwaters of the Edisto River. Access on the Edisto River is available at a drop off area. A boat ramp is 1/4 mile from park. Enjoy fishing in the Edisto River for bream, redbreast and catfish.
Devils Fork State Park
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Located along the southwestern shore of Lake Jocassee, this park provides outdoor recreation amid the beauty of the Blue Ridge at the Jocassee Gorges. Lakefront camping, hiking and picnicking are among some of the favorite activities, along with vacationing in the park's contemporary mountain villas. The park provides access to the cool deep waters of the Jocassee, where anglers try their luck for trout and other species, and boaters drive to remote islands or sites of waterfalls spilling into the lake. Boating and Boat Access:Four boat ramps provides private boat access to Lake Jocassee. Enjoy fishing in Lake Jocassee for brown and rainbow trout, large and small mouth bass, white bass, crappie, bream and catfish.
Dreher Island State Recreation Area
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Dreher Island State Recreation Area is located on Lake Murray, a 50,000-acre reservior in the Midlands. The park consists of three islands linked to the mainland by a causeway and two bridges. Its 348 acres and 12 miles of shoreline provide guests with a variety of outdoor water recreation opportunities. The park offers lakeside camping, picnicking, lakeside villas and a nature trail. Boating and Boat Access: Three boat ramps provides private boat access to Lake Murray. Boat Rental Slips:Lighted marina offers boat slips with water and electricity and access to sewage pump-out and restroom with hot showers. In-boat Refueling:Fall Spring Summer Winter. Fishing:Enjoy fishing in Lake Murray for several species of bass including largemouth and stripers, catfish, bream, crappie and yellow perch.
Edisto Beach State Park
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The park offers a day-use area for beach access and a four-mile nature trail that winds through the maritime forest with beautiful vistas overlooking the salt marsh. A boat ramp and courtesy dock is located on the western boundary of the park which offers guest access to Big Bay Creek. A nominal launch fee applies. Enjoy surf fishing or fishing in the salt marsh for flounder, whiting, spot tail and other species.
Givhans Ferry State Park
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The park is located along a 56-mile stretch of the river known as the Edisto River Canoe and Kayak Trail, a blackwater river course that carries paddlers into a fascinating world of wildlife and scenic beauty. Access on the Edisto River is available at a drop off area. A boat ramp is located three miles from the park. Canoe trail between Colleton and Givhans Ferry is 23 miles by river and 15 miles by highway. Seven to nine hours depending on current. Enjoy fishing in the Edisto River for flathead, catfish, redbreast, channel catfish, largemouth bass, striped bass, shellcrackers, blue catfish and eels.
Goodale State Park
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This 763-acre day-use park is a popular get-away for area residents. Private boats with electric trolling motors, canoes and other non-motorized boats are allowed on the park's 140-acre lake. Boats must register. Enjoy fishing in the park's 140-acre lake for bass, bream and catfish.
Hamilton Branch State Recreation Area
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Hamilton Branch is located in the western Piedmont of South Carolina on Strom Thurmond Lake, a popular fishing, boating and water recreation destination. Two boat ramps provide private boat access to Strom Thurmond Lake. Enjoy fishing in Strom Thurmond Lake for bass, bream, crappie, striper, hybrid bass and catfish.
Hickory Knob State Park
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Hickory Knob State Resort Park covers 1,091 acres alongside Strom Thurmond Lake in South Carolina's Savannah Lake region. A boat ramp provides private boat access to Strom Thurmond Lake. Enjoy fishing in Strom Thurmond Lake for several species of bass, hybrid, crappie, perch and stripers.
Hunting Island State Park
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This popular state park, located near historic Beaufort, is a 5,000-acre secluded barrier island of semitropical beauty. Public boat access is available at the south end of the park where a boat ramp provides access to Harbor River and Fripp Inlet. Guest enjoy fishing in Johnson Creek, the lagoon or surf fishing on the beach.
Jones Gap State Park
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Located in the 10,000-acre Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area, this park encompasses the Middle Saluda River, designated the state's first scenic river. Enjoy fishing in the Middle Saluda, Matthews and Julian creeks for brook, spotted and rainbow trout.
Keowee-Toxaway State Natural Area
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This 1,000-acre park features outstanding rock outcroppings and views of the Foothills and Blue Ridge mountains. Boat access to Lake Keowee is 5 miles from the park. Enjoy fishing in Lake Keowee for bass, bream, crappie, catfish and carp.
Kings Mountain State Park
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Kings Mountain State Park rests in a picturesque setting adjacent to Kings Mountain National Military Park, a prominent Revolutionary War battle site. Private boats are not allowed in the park lakes; however, non-motorized fishing boats are available to rent at Lake York. Enjoy fishing for bass, bream, crappie and catfish from a rental jon boat in the park’s 65-acre Lake York.
Lake Greenwood State Recreation Area
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The beautiful Lake Greenwood lends its name to this park in South Carolina's western Piedmont region. Three boat ramps provide private boat acces to Lake Greenwood. Enjoy fishing in Lake Greenwood for bass, crappie, bream, perch, catfish, stripers.
Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area
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Camping and boating are the most popular activities at this 680-acre park alongside Lake Hartwell. Two boat ramps provide private boat access to Lake Hartwell. Enjoy fishing in Lake Hartwell for largemouth bass, crappie, bream, stripers, hybrid bass, catfish.
Lake Warren State Park
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Picnic facilities, a 200-acre lake and community building are prominent features of this state park. Two boat ramps provide private boats access to Lake George Warren. Boats are limited to ten horse power motors. In addition a floating dock provides boaters access to the park. Enjoy fishing in the 200-acre Lake George Warren and the two-acre park lake for large mouth bass, brim, redbreast, crappie and catfish.
Lansford Canal State Park
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Landsford Canal, the best preserved of numerous 19th-century South Carolina river canals, retains remnants of all its major structural features. Canoe access to the Catawba River is available at a drop off area.Enjoy fishing in the Catawba River for several species of bass, crappie, bream, catfish, carp and gar.
Lee State Natural Area
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Lee State Natural Area is a gateway to the Lynches River, a designated state scenic river. Although river access is limited at the park, several boat ramps are located nearby. Fishing for sunfish, redbreast, catfish and bass may be enjoyed from the banks of the Lynches River. Children under 14 may fish in the Artesian Lake which has been stocked with catfish.
Little Pee Dee State Park
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The blackwaters of the Little Pee Dee River provide a tranquil setting for guests to enjoy at this regional state park. A boat ramp provides private boat access to the park lake. Private boats are restricted to an electric trolling motor. Gas powered motors are not allowed. Fishing may be enjoyed in the park’s 54-acre lake or in the black waters of the Little Pee Dee River.
Myrtle Beach State Park
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Located in the heart of the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach State Park is one of the most popular public beaches along the South Carolina coast. Enjoy fishing from the pier or surf fishing for flounder, king mackerel, whiting, trout, spots, Spanish mackerel, drum and blues.
Oconee State Park
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This popular Upcountry state park rests on a high plateau among tall pines and hardwoods in the foothills of the Blue Ridge. Among the park's 1,165 acres are two mountain lakes and a variety of recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy,including campgrounds, cabins, picnic areas and hiking trails. Private boats are not allowed on the park lake. However rental fishing boats are available. Enjoy fishing in the parks' 20-acre and 12-acre lakes for bass, bream and catfish. (Trout when stocked in winter months).
Paris Mountain State Park
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One of the oldest protected areas in the state is gaining popularity as a beautiful retreat in a metropolitan area. Private boats are not allowed in the park lake. Enjoy fishing in the park's 13-acre Lake Placid for bass, crappie and bream.
Poinsett State Park
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Poinsett State Park is located in an outlying area of the sandhills, yet it is still within the coastal plain. Private boats are not allowed on the park lake however rental fishing boats are available. Enjoy fishing in the park's 10-acre lake for bass, bream and catfish.
Sadlers Creek State Recreation Area
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Outdoor water recreation and wildlife observation are popular activities at this 395-acre park, which sits on a peninsula extending into Hartwell Lake. A boat ramp provides private boat access to Lake Hartwell. Enjoy fishing in Lake Hartwell for several species of bass, bream, crappie and trout.
Santee State Park
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This traditional state park is nestled along the banks of Lake Marion in Santee Cooper Country where anglers from all over the country come to test their skills. Two boat ramps provide private boat access to Lake Marion. Enjoy fishing in Lake Marion for largemouth bass, striped bass, bream, crappie and catfish.
Sesquicentennial State Park
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This 1,419-acre park, situated in the middle of the sandhills region, features a beautiful 30-acre lake surrounded by trails and picnic areas. Private boat access is not allowed on the park lake. Non-motorized fishing boats rent for $10 a day.Enjoy fishing for bass and bream in the 30-acre park lake.
Table Rock State Park
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Table Rock Mountain provides a towering backdrop for an upcountry retreat at the edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment. This 3,083-acre state park encompasses challenging hiking trails, two park lakes, a campground, rustic mountain cabins, a restaurant, meeting facilities and many other quality outdoor activities. A boat ramp provides private boat access to the 67-acre Lake Oolenoy. Private boat restrictions apply; only private boats with electric trolling motors allowed. Anglers enjoy fishing in Pinnacle Lake (36 acres) and Lake Oolenoy (67 acres) for bass, bream and catfish.
Woods Bay State Natural Area
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Woods Bay primarily features a geologic formation known as a Carolina bay. Private boats are not allowed in the bay, however canoe rentals are available. Enjoy fishing off the boardwalk into a Carolina Bay.
