Paris Mountain

PARK ADVISORY

Both the swimming area and boat rentals are OPEN for the season!

The CS2 campground bathhouse is temporarily closed for renovations. The CS1 campground bathhouse remains open and available for guest use. We appreciate your patience as we complete these improvements.

HOURS

8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., daily

OFFICE

9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri-Mon and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tue-Thu.

ADMISSION

$6 adults; $3.75 SC seniors (age 65 & older); $3.50/ child age 6-15; Free for children 5 and younger. This admission includes access to our designated swimming area when it is open.

PETS

Pets are not allowed in or around cabins, cabin areas or other lodging facilities. 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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Paris Mountain State Park

Mountains

Things To Do

Fishing Information: Enjoy fishing in the park's 8-acre Lake Placid for bass, bream and catfish. North Lake (Reservoir #3) is a 15-acre lake located on the back side of the park. You must hike in two miles to access this lake. Bass, bream and catfish are stocked in this lake for fishing. A valid South Carolina fishing license is required.
Fishing: Yes
Freshwater Fishing: Yes

Boating and Boat Access: Private boats are not allowed in the park lake.
Canoe/Kayak Rentals: Kayak & paddleboard rentals are available Monday–Sunday. Rentals are weather-dependent, so please check with the park before making final plans.
Pedal Boat Rentals: Pedal boat rentals are available Monday–Sunday. Rentals are weather-dependent, so please check with the park before making final plans.
Paddling: Yes

Wireless Internet Access: Wi-fi is available for guests of the park and is accessible from the Park Center where the park office is located. There is also wi-fi available in the campground for those that have reservations. Guests that have reserved Camp Buckhorn can access wi-fi in the lodge.
Park Store/Gift Shop: A small gift shop is located in the Park Center. Tshirts, hats, stickers, water bottles and trail maps are available for sale.
Playground Equipment: Yes
Playground: The playground on site is located next to the ball field and volleyball court.
Swimming: The swimming area is open daily 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. It is posted, swim at your own risk. Swimming is only allowed in the roped off swimming area, weather permitting. No dogs are allowed in the roped off swimming area. All swimmers must wear appropriate swimwear. Swimming trunks for men and swimsuits for women. Special accommodations may be made for medical reasons. Please check with park staff before scheduling your visit.
Bird Watching: Bird watching is a favorite past time on the park. Birders may see a variety of hawks, woodpeckers and owls in the evening, among others.
Geocaching: Geocaching is permitted. Several geocaches are located on the park. For more information visit the official geocaching website.
Biking: Yes
Other Facilities and Activities: Please note: Mountain bikes are not allowed in the park or on trails on Saturdays. We appreciate your cooperation.

Hiking Trails: There are 17 miles of hiking/biking trails on the park. The park does not allow biking on these trails on Saturdays.
Interpretive Trails: The Lake Placid Self-Interpretive Nature Trail is a 1.2-mile loop trail for hiking only.
Biking Trails: There are 17 miles of hiking/biking trails on the park. Biking is not allowed on any of the trails on Saturdays.

Download our trail map here.
Hiking: Yes

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