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 Lake Wateree is
one of South Carolina’s premier fishing and boating destinations, and Lake
Wateree State Recreation Area provides ideal access to the 21-mile long,
13,700-acre reservoir.
The park’s serene setting on the lake’s Desportes Island just off U.S. 21 near
Interstate 77 in the northern Midlands/Lower Piedmont makes it convenient to the
Columbia, Camden and Rock Hill areas and an easy drive from much of the rest of
the state.
The 238-acre park’s offerings include a tackle shop/park store with refueling
dock and public boat ramp. A large population of crappie, bream, largemouth
bass, catfish and later, striped bass, has made the lake a popular fishing spot
since the dam was built in 1919 (making it one of the state’s oldest).
The park’s wooded, lakeside campground has 72 sites, including many that can
accommodate large RVs and all with water and electrical service. Day visitors
and campers also can enjoy the numerous picnic tables, playground and the
mile-long nature trail through the quiet woods.
GENERAL
- Lake Location: Yes
- Counties: Fairfield
- Acreage: 238
- When & How PRT Acquired: Purchased in 1982
from Crescent Land and Timber
- 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: 9am-5pm
- Days and Hours of Operation: M-Su 6am-6pm
(extended to 10pm during Daylight Savings Time)
LOCATION
- Driving Directions:
From I-77: Take exit 41, follow secondary 41 N. to stop sign at
Hwy 21. Turn left and go approximately 2-3 mi. to the first paved road
on the rt. Turn rt. on Rd. 101 (River Rd.) The park is 5.5 mi. on the
left.
- Miles to Nearest Hospital: 16
- Miles to Nearest Town: 10
- Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 13
- Pay Phone on Site: Yes
MILES TO:
- Charleston, SC: 140
- Columbia, SC: 35
- Florence, SC: 85
- Greenville, SC: 115
- Charlotte, NC: 75
- Raleigh, NC: 75
- Atlanta, GA: 235
- Augusta, GA: 115
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