How much does it cost to get into Devils Fork State Park?

$8 adults
ADMISSION. $8 adults; $5/ SC seniors (age 65 & older); $4 children ages 6-15; ages 5 and under, free. Admission to the park is free on each Tuesday.

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Is Devils Fork State Park free?

There is an admission fee to enter Devils Fork State Park (which is the only public access point for Lake Jocassee). But you can stay all day, which makes this a relatively inexpensive day of family fun. Admission: $8 adults; $5 SC seniors (age 65 & older); $4 children ages 6-15; ages 5 and under, free.

Can you swim in Lake Jocassee?

Swimming: Swimming is permitted in Lake Jocassee. There is no roped-off swimming area and lifeguards are not provided.

Does Lake Jocassee have a beach?

What to do at Lake Jocassee: The Beach. Really, there’s a beach. It’s surrounded by rocks that you need to climb down but it truly is a beach, albeit a small one.

Are there alligators in Lake Jocassee?

Plenty of them, and their feeding time happened to coincide with my favorite swimming times: at night, in the early morning, or late in the day. And alligators.

How many waterfalls are in Lake Jocassee?

7. Take a waterfall tour on Lake Jocassee. More than a half-dozen waterfalls can be found along the 75 miles of shoreline of this scenic mountain lake. The best way to view them is by boat.

Where is the clearest water in SC?

Lake Jocassee
A Refreshing Swimming Spot In South Carolina, Lake Jocassee Has The Clearest, Most Pristine Water. Lake Jocassee encompasses a gorgeous 7,500 acres and offers up an average of 75 miles of shoreline, depending on the water level.

Why are there so few houses on Lake Jocassee?

Since most of the shoreline and surrounding areas are protected, there aren’t many lakefront structures. There are only sixty, or so, homes on Lake Jocassee. One or two new homes get built at a time. To further complicate the home search, many of the houses in the area have never been sold.

Why is Lake Jocassee so clear?

The lake is known for the clean and cold Appalachian mountain rivers that flow into it, keeping its waters cool and clear year-round. The Jocassee Dam, which forms the lake, is 385 feet (117 m) high and 1,750 feet (530 m) long.

How long does it take to kayak to the waterfalls at Lake Jocassee?

6 hours
You can paddle to this magnificent sight in about two hours from our Eclectic Sun kayak launch. I usually recommend planning at least 6 hours so you can enjoy yourself along the way and when you get to the falls.

Can you kayak to waterfalls on Lake Jocassee?

Lake Jocassee’s crystal blue waters are fed by mountain springs and waterfalls, many of which are accessible only by boat. The shores of this lake teem with wildlife and human history, and we’ll explore it all on this exciting, 6-8 mile kayaking journey.

What beach in SC has bluest water?

Kiawah Island’s
Kiawah Island’s Only Public Beach Has The Bluest Water In All Of South Carolina | South carolina beaches, Carolina beach, Kiawah island.

What is at the bottom of Lake Jocassee?

Attakulla Lodge, an old hotel, is still standing at the bottom of Lake Jocassee, under 300 feet of water. So is the Mount Carmel Cemetery, made famous before it was flooded in the movie “Deliverance.”

Are alligators in Lake Jocassee?

How many waterfalls are at Lake Jocassee?