Oconee State Park

Oconee State Park is a state park in Oconee County situated in the Blue Ridge foothills. The grounds combine multiple hiking paths, camping areas and historic cabins with a lake for swimming, all set within mountain landscapes.

The site was developed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, a work program during the Great Depression. These early structures including cabins and picnic areas continue to shape the grounds today.

The grounds host gatherings that reflect the mountain heritage of the region and bring together people from surrounding communities. You can experience how this place remains an active center for local traditions and seasonal celebrations.

The grounds offer a wide range of lodging options for different types of visitors, from standard camping to cabin stays. Before your visit, check which facilities operate during the season you plan to travel.

The grounds mark an important endpoint of a major regional hiking route and reflect its importance as a destination within a larger network. Near the swimming lake sits a replica of a traditional waterwheel positioned at the spillway outlet.

Location: Oconee County

Inception: 1935

Website: https://southcarolinaparks.com/oconee

GPS coordinates: 34.86640,-83.10410

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46