Paris Mountain State Park

Paris Mountain State Park is a 1,540-acre forest with lakes, trails, and natural rock formations in South Carolina's Piedmont region. The mountain rises as an isolated formation above the surrounding plateau, creating varied landscapes to explore.

The park was established in 1935 during the New Deal era and contains structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. These buildings later earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places.

The name comes from Richard Pearis, an 18th-century settler who built strong ties with Cherokee tribes in the Greenville area. This connection remains an important part of the place's story.

The park offers nine different trails for hiking and mountain biking at various difficulty levels. Lake Placid provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, and seasonal boat rentals in warmer months.

The mountain is a monadnock formation, an isolated peak rising unusually high above the surrounding plateau. This geological feature allows about 73 plant species typically found in northern mountain regions to grow in this southern location.

Location: South Carolina

Inception: 1935

Website: https://southcarolinaparks.com/paris-mountain

GPS coordinates: 34.92560,-82.36560

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27