Why should I rent a stall or a corral?
You cannot tether line horses at the electric and water sites at H. Cooper Black. Therefore, to camp with your horse overnight, you will need to rent a stall or corral. Horses can be tether lined in our primitive area, but not in the campgrounds with water and electricity.
Can I tie my horses to a tree in the campgrounds that have electricity and water?
No, you may not tie your horse to a tree in the campgrounds that have water and electricity. This is a park policy. You will need to rent a stall or corral to keep your horses in.
Can I tie my horse to a tree in the primitive campground?
You may tie your horse to a tree in the primitive area only if it is cross-tied from two trees with a horse on a line itself.
What is the difference between a stall and a corral?
A stall is located in a barn. Stalls measure 12'x12'. Corrals are located behind or in front of the campsites and are 16'x16' panels. In the Arena Campground Loop corrals are located behind the campsites. In the Barn Campground Loop corrals are located just across the road from the campsites.
How many horses will a stall or corral hold?
Each stall or corral holds one horse only.
Is a Coggins test required for my horse?
A Coggins test is required on the park. Please bring your papers with you to the park. For further information (crossing state lines) please visit the South Carolina Equine Import Requirements. You may also read the South Carolina Animal Health Laws and Regulations.
May I ride horses during an organized event at the park?
You may ride horses while an organized event is going on, as long as you do not interfere with the event. If you encounter an event group, we ask that you go around the group or let them pass.
Is fishing permitted in your park ponds?
Fishing is permitted in our ponds as long as you have a valid SC fishing license. If the pond is rented for an event you MAY NOT fish in the pond while the event is going on.
Is camping at the ponds permitted?
No camping is permitted at the ponds or pond areas. You must camp on a designated campsite.
Is wi-fi available at the park?
Complimentary wi-fi is available for park guests at the community building at H. Cooper Black. Please check at the office for password information.
Is hunting permitted on H. Cooper Black?
You may hunt on the Game Management Area (GMA) if an event is NOT being held at the park. You may not hunt during an organized event. Deer may be hunted from Oct.1-Jan.1. Turkey may be hunted April 1-30. Other small game, such as rabbit, may be hunted during season. You MAY NOT hunt quail at any time on the park.
May I bird hunt after a bird dog event?
No bird hunting is allowed on H. Cooper Black land. Not even on GMA land.
Where is the park’s Ultimate Outsider stamp located?
Our Ultimate Outsider stamp is located just outside the entrance to the park office.
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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