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 Trailside
camping in one of South Carolina's most pristine wilderness areas in the
Upcountry can be enjoyed at this 3,346-acre park.
Located in the 10,000-acre Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area, this park
encompasses the Middle Saluda River, designated the state's first scenic river.
In addition, the park is an access point to the Foothills Hiking Trail. More
than 400 species of flora including rare and endangered plants and state record
trees, are also found here. The park's Education Center offers nature exhibits
and a lab area. Portions of the old Cleveland Fish Hatchery have been restored
and are stocked with trout for observation only.
Jones Gap is part of the State Park Services’ Project Green Program, designed to
reduce trash and encourage recycling. Trash cans have been removed to improve
the appearance and to ensure a more enjoyable experience for visitors. Pack it
in, pack it out..
GENERAL
- River Location: Yes
- Counties: Greenville
- Acreage: 3346
- When & How PRT Acquired: Acquired from
various land owners from 1976 to 1986
- Pets: Pets are allowed in most outdoor
areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not
longer than six feet.
- Tour and Programs Information: Jones Gap is
a "DiscoverCarolina
Site", which provides curriculum-based science education programs
for South Carolina school children.
HOURS
- Admissions: $2 age 16+; $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 Greenville: Take Hwy 276 through Travelers Rest, Marietta
and Cleveland. Approximately two miles N. of Cleveland turn right at
park sign onto River Falls Road. Stay on River Falls Rd. until the name
changes to Jones Gap Road. The park is six miles off Hwy. 276.
- Miles to Nearest Hospital: 15
- Miles to Nearest Town: 15
- Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 15
MILES TO:
- Charleston, SC: 240
- Columbia, SC: 128
- Florence, SC: 209
- Greenville, SC: 25
- Charlotte, NC: 92
- Raleigh, NC: 230
- Atlanta, GA: 165
- Augusta, GA: 137
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