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 Only five
minutes from I-95, this 35-acre park was originally built as a wayside park in
the 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Campers, fishermen, canoeists and
other outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the peaceful and relaxing blackwaters of the
Edisto River.
Colleton is on a portion of the river that has been designated as an official
canoe and kayak trail, which carries paddlers into a rare, natural world of
wildlife and scenic beauty.
The park hosts the Edisto Riverfest, an annual weekend festival held in June,
which offers numerous guided canoe trips, educational programs, workshops,
exhibits and music. Guests also have the opportunity to camp, hike or picnic in
this scenic regional park.
GENERAL
- River Location: Yes
- Designation: Colleton State Park was
developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), a New Deal Program
created by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The program was designed to
provide employment during the Great Depression while addressing national
needs in conservation and recreation.
The CCC was instrumental in the development of many of South Carolina's
state parks. A number of buildings built by the CCC in the 1930's are
still in use at this park.
- Counties: Colleton
- Acreage: 35
- When & How PRT Acquired: Donated in 1944 by
the US Government.
- Pets: Pets are allowed in most outdoor
areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not
longer than six feet.
HOURS
- Admissions: $2 adults; $1.25 SC seniors;
age 15 & younger free
- Office Hours: 11am-noon
- Days and Hours of Operation: M-Su 9am-6pm
(extended to 9pm during Daylight Savings Time)
LOCATION
- Driving Directions: From I-95: Take
exit 68. go E. toward Charleston/Canadys on Hwy. 61. Go 3 mi. to Hwy.
15. Take Hwy. 15 N. (left) for .5 mi. The park is on the left.
- Miles to Nearest Hospital: 11
- Miles to Nearest Town: 11
- Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 1
- Pay Phone on Site: Yes
MILES TO:
- Charleston, SC: 48
- Columbia, SC: 80
- Florence, SC: 99
- Greenville, SC: 180
- Charlotte, NC: 170
- Raleigh, NC: 248
- Atlanta, GA: 250
- Augusta, GA: 90
- Savannah, GA: 72
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