Lake Wateree

Lake Wateree State Park

Midlands

• Fishing Information: Fishing for bream, catfish, crappie and bass may be enjoyed in Lake Wateree. Visitors may fish anywhere from the banks of the park. A valid South Carolina fishing license is required.
  
  If you are interested in holding a fishing tournament at the park please contact the park directly.
  
  
• Tackle Loaner Program: This park participates in the Tackle Loaner Program sponsored by the SC Dept. of Natural Resources. Rods and reels are available for loan at the park store.
  
  
• Fishing: Yes
• Freshwater Fishing: Yes

• Boating and Boat Access: One boat ramp with two lanes provides private boat access to Lake Wateree.
  
  
• Canoe/Kayak Rentals: Kayaks are available for rent year round. Rentals include life jackets and paddles. Fees for rentals are $40/half day or $60/full day.
• Boating: Yes
• In-Water Refueling: Yes
• Paddling: Yes
• Boat Ramp: Yes

• Park Store/Gift Shop: The park store includes basic grocery items, fishing supplies and tackle, camping and RV supplies, snacks, drinks, souvenirs, firewood and fishing licenses. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon - Thu and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri - Sun.
  
  
• Playground Equipment: Yes
• Playground: A newly opened playground is located near the park store. The modern playground includes a spiral slide, a dual wave slide and climbing activities.
  
  
• Swimming: The park has a swimming area that is swim at your own risk. No lifeguards are on duty. The area has a sandy bottom and deepens slowly and gradually.
  
  
• Bird Watching: The areas around the lake provide good birdwatching opportunities. Visitors may see bald eagles, osprey and other birds of prey.
  
  
• Geocaching: Geocaching is permitted. Several geocaches are located on the park. For more information visit the official geocaching website.
  
  
• Biking: Yes
• Birding: Yes
• Other Facilities and Activities: We have also added a disc golf practice course, soccer goals, and a new swing set in the park. For people who do not have their own disc for disc golf, we have a loaner program where visitors can borrow a set from the park.
  
  

• Walking/Nature Trails: The Desportes Island Trail is a moderate 2.3-mile loop trail.
  
  
• Biking Trails: Biking is allowed on the paved roads of the park and along the Desportes Island Trail.
  
  
• Hiking: Yes