Summer in South Carolina brings with it a world of family-oriented activities including camping and swimming. In the Upstate, Lake Jocassee boasts a state park with access to one of the most pristine lakes around. But immediately to the south, at beautiful Lake Keowee, you'll find four parks that provide access to this picturesque oasis, including the following park with a hidden beach you're sure to love. Here's more on why a trip to High Falls County Park in South Carolina belongs at the top of your bucket list.
High Falls County Park, located an easy 10 miles northeast of Walhalla, SC doesn't actually have a waterfall as the name implies, but it has oh-so-much more!
The 46-acre county park has beachfront access to the 18,500 acres that make up Lake Keowee and its 300 miles of shoreline.
As most would expect from a county park, there are picnic shelters, playground equipment, trails, restroom facilities, two fishing piers, a boat launch, and more.
The best-kept secret is the beach the locals would prefer to keep to themselves. Located at the very end of the park, it has a mostly level beach and a dedicated swimming are marked by bouys that keep the boats out and the people in.
Camping enthusiasts return again and again to this spot. One hundred campsites are set up to accommodate a variety of camping preferences. Each campsite has electricity and water.
A good many of the sites have pristine lake views! What a way to wake up!
High Falls County Park is an ideal spot to spend the day with the family. It's well cared for, always clean, and always ready for another fun day on the water!
Did you know about this county park or its awesome beach? And have you been here? We'd love to know!
High Falls County Park on Lake Keowee is located at 671 High Falls Rd., Seneca, SC 29672. Day-use of the park is open year-round; camping is available from March through mid-November. Learn more at ExperienceOconee.com, and make your camping reservation on the ReserveAmerica.com website.
Need a new beach towel before you go? Check out the cool beach towel collection at Backcountry.com.
Did you love this hidden county park in the Upstate? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below -- we would love to hear from you! Looking for related content? Most people don't know about Kiawah Beachwalker Park, a county park on the beach on Kiawah Island, either!
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