Calhoun Falls State Park
Calhoun Falls State Park offers 86 waterfront campsites and a lighted marina on peaceful Lake Russell!
Camping
- 86 standard sites (waterfront)
- 14 walk-in tent sites
- Hot showers year-round
Marina
36 lighted slips (32 with water/electric). In-boat refueling.
Fishing
Bass, crappie, walleye, stripers, catfish. Accessible pier. Tackle Loaner Program!
Why Lake Russell?
300-foot natural buffer ensures pristine shoreline!
SC’s Peaceful Paradise
Location & Getting There
Calhoun Falls State Park is located in South Carolina. The park’s coordinates are 34.1000, -82.6167. Check the park’s official website or your state parks app for detailed driving directions and GPS navigation tips.
Quick Facts
- Location: South Carolina
- Coordinates: 34.1000, -82.6167
- Activities: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
- Pets: Allowed on leash in most areas (check local rules)
Things to Do
South Carolina state parks stretch from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Lowcountry coast, offering remarkable ecological diversity. Activities include hiking through misty mountain forests and along dramatic waterfall trails, swimming at Lake Jocassee and warm Atlantic beaches, kayaking through blackwater cypress swamps and tidal salt marshes, fishing for bass in piedmont reservoirs and redfish in coastal creeks, camping in Spanish moss-draped settings, biking the Palmetto Trail, bird watching for painted buntings and bald eagles, and exploring antebellum plantations and Revolutionary War battlefields.
Best Time to Visit
Spring (March–May) and fall (October–November) are ideal for most South Carolina parks, with comfortable temperatures and manageable humidity. Summer (June–August) brings intense heat and humidity inland, though coastal and mountain parks offer relief. The Upstate mountain parks stay 10-15°F cooler. Winter is mild, especially along the coast, making it excellent for hiking and birding without summer crowds. Wildflowers peak in April, and fall color in the mountains arrives in late October.
Visitor Tips
Most South Carolina state parks charge a modest admission fee of $3-$8 per adult (children under 5 free). An annual pass ($99.95) covers unlimited visits. Camping and cabin reservations can be made through southcarolinaparks.com. The state park system is known for excellent cabin and lodge accommodations. Insect repellent is essential in Lowcountry and swamp parks, especially from May through September.
Explore More South Carolina State Parks
Calhoun Falls State Park is one of many outstanding state parks in South Carolina. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in South Carolina guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
