Landsford Canal

PARK ADVISORY

Want to know the current status of the spider lilies? Visit our spider lily page for weekly updates!

Lilyfest 2025 will be on Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18, from 10 am to 3 pm.

Both hiking trails are open, though erosion and a damaged footbridge have affected accessibility for wheelchairs and strollers. Questions? Contact the park at 803-789-5800.

The park does not rent kayaks or canoes. Visitors are welcome to bring their own kayaks or canoes, or reserve guided tours through Aquatic Adventures or North Carolina Outdoor Adventures.

HOURS

Daylight until dark, daily.

OFFICE

11 a.m. - noon, daily

ADMISSION

$6/adult 16 years and older; $3.75/S.C. senior; $3.50/child ages 6-15; ages 5 & under free.

PETS

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.

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Landsford Canal State Park

Midlands

Area Info

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Driving Directions:
I-77 Southbound: Take exit 77 to Highway 5 & 21. Turn left (south), travel 16 mi. to the Landsford Canal State Park sign and turn left. The park entrance is on the left.

I-77 Northbound: Take exit 65 to Highway 9. Turn rt. and travel 2 mi. to Hwy 223. Turn left on Hwy. 223 and travel 9 mi. to Hwy. 21. At Hwy. 21 turn left and travel 2 mi. to the State Park sign. Turn right and the park entrance will be on the left.
River Location: Yes
Counties: Chester & Lancaster
Acreage: 448
Miles to Nearest Hospital: 15
Miles to Nearest Town: 8
Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 12

Charleston, SC: 165
Columbia, SC: 55
Florence, SC: 81
Greenville, SC: 98
Charlotte, NC: 40
Raleigh, NC: 175
Atlanta, GA: 250
Augusta, GA: 124

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