Hickory Knob

PARK NEWS

⛳PLEASE BE ADVISED: Bunker renovations on the golf course will be taking place now through May 1. In addition, the golf course will be closed May 1 through September 15 for other upgrades and renovations. We apologize for the inconvenience.

2025 Festival of Trees Winners!

1^st Place Tree: Fuller Center For Housing and General Store
2^nd Place Tree: Humane Society of McCormick County
3^rd Place Tree: Blanketeers For Love / Project Linus

Raffle Drawing Winners:
Penny Anderson: Stay and Play Winner
Howard Milhoan: 55" Samsung Smart TV winner

Hickory Knob State Park hours: Sunrise to Sunset. Please use the cell number posted at the park office for issues outside of operation hours.

Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. and check-out time is at 10 a.m. for all lodge accommodations, campground excluded.

Front Desk/Gift Shop hours: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., daily.

Learn more about our 2026 Golf Course renovations and closure, here.

Book a tee time, online!

Click here for the current Hickory Knob Restaurant hours, buffet menu, and special events!

Boaters, please note that outdoor plugs are located at the 200 section lodge rooms only. There is limited boat parking near the 400 section lodge rooms with no electric.

HOURS

Sunrise to Sunset. Please use the cell number posted at the park office for issues outside of operation hours.

OFFICE

7 a.m. to 11 p.m., daily.

ADMISSION

Free admission

PETS

Pets are allowed in lodge rooms 307-312 at Hickory Knob. Pets are not allowed in any other lodge rooms. Pets are allowed in most other 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.

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Hickory Knob State Resort Park

Midlands

Unique Features

Significant Features: The park is located on 71,100-acre Lake Thurmond. It is a reservoir lake maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The lake is ideal for fishing, boating and other watersports.

The entire park is a great escape for all types of groups and makes a perfect setting for retreats, meetings, family reunions and more. The park surely has something for everyone in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. If you are looking for a perfect location for your next group outing or retreat, please consider Hickory Knob.

Golf Cart Policy

Important Info

At Hickory Knob State Resort Park

Pet Friendly

Lodging

At Hickory Knob State Resort Park

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