Baker Creek is scheduled to reopen on Friday, November 22. Reservations for November 22, forward, can be made at this time. The Wild Mint Trail and mountain bike trail will remain closed until further notice.
The campground is now open. Click here to make a reservation.
Please pardon our progress as we continue beautification improvements to the campground and your overall experience at Baker Creek State Park. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
M-Su 6 a.m.-6 p.m. (extended to 9 p.m. during Daylight Savings Time).
11 a.m. - noon, Mon-Wed
11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Thurs
11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri-Sat
11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun
$3 adults; $1.50 SC seniors; $1 children age 6-15; age 5 & younger free
Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife.
Is Baker Creek State Park open year round?
The park is open year round.
What time is the gate locked at Baker Creek?
Our gate remains open and unlocked 24-hours a day throughout our season.
If I am camping, may I check in after 6 p.m.?
As long as you have a valid reservation, you may check in any time after 2 p.m. on the date your reservation begins.
What type of wildlife can be seen around the park?
Baker Creek is home to an abundance of wildlife including: gray squirrels, fox squirrels (black), skunks, several types of snakes, white-tailed deer, coyotes, bobcats, bald eagles, hawks, owls, rabbits and foxes.
What is the Pavilion and is it a rental facility?
The Pavilion is a large, covered, open-air shelter area overlooking the Little River Basin. The Pavilion may be used for weddings, receptions and as a gathering place for families and groups. It can be rented on a daily basis during the park's open season and is available from 8 a.m. to dusk, each day. Reservations for The Pavilion may be made online and by contacting the park.
Where is the park’s Ultimate Outsider stamp located?
The Ultimate Outsider stamp is located on the information kiosk in the office parking lot.
Where can I find a list of state park rules and regulations?
You can find the South Carolina State Park rules and regulations, along with campground rules and regulations at this link.
For more general, statewide frequently asked questions, please click here.
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