State Parks Near Florence, South Carolina

8 state park units lie within 50 miles of Florence, including 1 park across the line in North Carolina. The closest is Woods Bay State Park, about 20 mi southwest of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Woods Bay State Park20 mi southwest
Within 25 miles
2of 8 within 50 mi
With camping
63 with cabins
Dog-friendly
85 with free entry

State parks near Florence, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Florence; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Woods Bay State Park

    20 miles southwest · Olanta, South Carolina · State Park

    The park supports historic sites, fishing, wildlife watching, picnicking, and hiking.

    1 alertDogs allowedHikingFishingFree entry

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  2. Lee State Park

    23 miles west · Bishopville, South Carolina · State Park

    Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, swimming, fishing, and biking. Overnight options include 19 campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.

    1 alert19 campsitesDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingFree entry

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  3. H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area

    28 miles north · Cheraw, South Carolina · Recreation Area

    Visitors come for horseback riding, fishing, and hiking. The official site lists about 20 miles of trails. For overnight stays there are 27 campsites (RV sites and tent sites).

    1 alert27 campsitesDogs allowedHikingFishing$3 per adult

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  4. Little Pee Dee State Park

    31 miles east · Dillon, South Carolina · State Park

    Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.

    1 alert40 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoatingFree entry

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  5. Cheraw State Park

    33 miles north · Cheraw, South Carolina · State Park

    Popular activities here are golf, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Camping is available: 17 campsites, including RV sites and tent sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.

    1 alert17 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoatingFree entry

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  6. Goodale State Park

    42 miles west · Camden, South Carolina · State Park

    The park supports historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and wildlife watching.

    Dogs allowedHikingFishingBoatingFree entry

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  7. Lumber River State Park

    47 miles east · Wagram, North Carolina · State Park

    The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Water access includes a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 25 campsites across 2 camping areas (tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites).

    25 campsitesDogs allowedHikingFishingBoating

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  8. Poinsett State Park

    50 miles southwest · Wedgefield, South Carolina · State Park

    Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Overnight options include 50 campsites across 2 camping areas, with RV sites and tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Florence

  1. Lee State Park 23 mi west · 19 campsites
  2. H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area 28 mi north · 27 campsites
  3. Little Pee Dee State Park 31 mi east · 40 campsites
  4. Cheraw State Park 33 mi north · 17 campsites
  5. Lumber River State Park 47 mi east · 25 campsites

+ 1 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Florence

  1. Little Pee Dee State Park 31 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Cheraw State Park 33 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Poinsett State Park 50 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays

Dog-friendly state parks near Florence

  1. Woods Bay State Park 20 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
  2. Lee State Park 23 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
  3. H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area 28 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
  4. Little Pee Dee State Park 31 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
  5. Cheraw State Park 33 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules

+ 3 more in the list above

Swimming near Florence

  1. Lee State Park 23 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Little Pee Dee State Park 31 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Cheraw State Park 33 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Poinsett State Park 50 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Florence

  1. Woods Bay State Park 20 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
  2. Lee State Park 23 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  3. H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area 28 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  4. Little Pee Dee State Park 31 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  5. Cheraw State Park 33 mi north · Hiking trails listed

+ 3 more in the list above

Fishing near Florence

  1. Woods Bay State Park 20 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  2. Lee State Park 23 mi west · Fishing listed
  3. H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area 28 mi north · Fishing listed
  4. Little Pee Dee State Park 31 mi east · Fishing listed
  5. Cheraw State Park 33 mi north · Fishing listed

+ 3 more in the list above

Free state parks near Florence

  1. Woods Bay State Park 20 mi southwest · No entrance fee listed
  2. Lee State Park 23 mi west · No entrance fee listed
  3. Little Pee Dee State Park 31 mi east · No entrance fee listed
  4. Cheraw State Park 33 mi north · No entrance fee listed
  5. Goodale State Park 42 mi west · No entrance fee listed

Questions about state parks near Florence

What is the closest state park to Florence?

Woods Bay State Park is the closest, about 20 miles southwest of Florence in a straight line. Next are Lee State Park and H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area.

How many state parks are near Florence?

8 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Florence have camping?

6 parks list camping, the nearest being Lee State Park, H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area and Little Pee Dee State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Florence?

Yes, at 8 parks, including Woods Bay State Park, Lee State Park and H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.

Are there free state parks near Florence?

5 parks list no entrance fee: Woods Bay State Park, Lee State Park and Little Pee Dee State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.