Lee State Park
Bishopville, South Carolina
| Address: | Lee State Park Rd, Bishopville, SC 29010, USA |
| GPS: |
34°12'16.1"N 80°10'30.3"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | South Carolina |
| Trails/Routes: | 0.1-2.1 mi |
Restrooms Picnic Tables Trails Rocks Wildflowers Ponds Fall Colors Pet Friendly Bicycles Fishing State Park
Backpack, Camp, Canoe, Hike, Horseback, Kayak, Mountain Bike, and Swim
Located near the town of Bishopville South Carolina, Lee State Park was built in the 1930s as part of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the Great Depression. It was built as an outdoor recreational opportunity for residents of Bishopville, surrounding areas and for the state of South Carolina.The Park was made in 1935 and further construction was continued for 4 years; picnic benches and the loop road were the main focus of the project, while other elements of the outdoors such as cabins, camp sites, etc. were added afterwards.
Along the Lynches river that runs through Lee County, Lee State Park is a unique recreational environment that caters to all age groups.
Over 2,800 acres of mostly bottomland hardwood forest wetlands that hikers can walk and take pictures, Lee State Park has 25 standard campsites close to the entrance and also sites for bigger groups to enjoy the wildlife; within the upper part of the park, there are 23 equestrians campsites and a few closer to the entrance.
In the upper part, there are 12 miles of different equestrian trails and horse stalls; there's even a place in where kids can go horseback riding and catfishing. As you go up towards these horse stalls, there is 1 mile of easy hiking trails for those wanting to take short walks around the area and two picnic shelters rented for single or group gatherings.
There are 4 springing artesian wells (check to see if it's safe to drink first) and an education center for learning more about the history of Lee State park; also, visit the exhibit hall for viewing of historical artifacts. For the environmental safety of Lee State park, there is a wet laboratory for inspecting potential hazards in the area and testing the waters to make sure it's safe for swimming.
For additional information, rentals, reservations, questions and/or comments:
- Website: https://southcarolinaparks.com/lee
- Phone: 803-428-5307
- Email: lee@scprt.com
More Information
Lee State Park - SC Picture Project
Like many South Carolina state parks, Lee State Park in Bishopville was built in the 1930s as project of the Civilian Conservation Corps. The park stretches across nearly 3,000 acres and sits along the scenic Lynches River. Construction on the park began around 1935 and continued for the following four years. Among the CCC’s first...Read More
https://www.scpictureproject.org/lee-county/lee-state-park.htmlLee | South Carolina Parks Official Site
Located in Lee County, South Carolina, Lee State Park is one of a few CCC parks with fishing, nature walks and horseback riding for the whole family.
https://southcarolinaparks.com/leeNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Bishopville, South Carolina
- Head northeast on US-15 N/
N Main St toward W Council St Continue to follow US-15 N(3.8 mi) - Turn right onto Lee State Park Rd (3.6 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the left(36 ft)
- After you turn and go into Loop Rd, You will drive until you see a 4-way.
- If you go left, you will see the visitor's center, the restroom, Horse Stalls, Information Kiosk and Waysides and an artesian well.
- If you go right, you will see the foot trails on the left with parking and drive further and see the campground on your right. As you drive further, you will see different equestrian trails, restrooms, horse stalls, the primitive youth group camping site and an artesian well.
- If you go straight, you will be along the lynches river and see an artesian well on your left.
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