Parsons Mountain Recreation Area

About this site

Parsons Mountain Recreation Area is located in the northern portion of the Long Cane Ranger District of Sumter National Forest. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1940, the area features a 28-acre man-made lake adjacent to a 23-site campground. The recreation area offers relaxation and solitude with easy access to a variety of outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. The campground provides primitive camping with each site equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The lake is stocked with bass, catfish, and panfish, and a boat launch is available for non-motorized boats. The day use area features an accessible picnic area, earthen pier, and pedestrian bridge. Hiking trails include the Parsons Mountain Lake Trail and Parsons Mountain Tower Trail, which leads to a historic fire tower constructed by the CCC in 1935. Additional Info: $3 day use fee per vehicle; $7 per campsite per night. Self-serve fee station. Campsites are first come-first served. Stay limited to 14 days. Vault toilets and restrooms available. Porta-toilet at day-use area.

Amenities & access

Contact

• 803-624-9471
• https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/francismarionsumter/recreation/parsons-mountain-recreation-area

Location

34.108891, -82.362183