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2401 State Park RD
Greenville, SC 29609
Phone PHONE 864.244.5565
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PARK ADVISORY

Paris Mountain State Park is CLOSED due to hazardous winter weather.  We will reopen as soon as conditions are safe.

 

Campsites 1-7 and 24-40 are closed until April 1, 2026, due to construction. 

 

The swimming area and boat rentals are closed for the season.

 

We're happy to announce that our water bottle filling station, donated by Duke Energy Carolinas, is installed and operational!  Come get a cool drink on us!  More info, here on this new park amenity.

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HOURS

8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily

OFFICE

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

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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.

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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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Wifi Available

Paris Mountain State Park Has EV Charging Station

EV Charging Station

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  • 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: Canoe and kayak rentals are available for rent on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., depending on weather. Please check with the park before making final plans.

  • Pedal Boat Rentals: Pedal boat rentals are available for rent Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., depending on weather. 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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