State Parks Near Greenville, South Carolina
15 state park units lie within 50 miles of Greenville, including 3 parks across the line in North Carolina and Georgia. The closest is Paris Mountain State Park, about 6 mi north of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Paris Mountain State Park6 mi north
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 15 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 137 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 143 with free entry
State parks near Greenville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Greenville; driving distance is usually longer.
Paris Mountain State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. For overnight stays there are 78 campsites across 2 camping areas (RV sites, tent sites, and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Paris Mountain State Park →Jones Gap State Park
Things to do include historic sites, fishing, wildlife watching, and hiking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Jones Gap State Park →Caesars Head State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, fishing, wildlife watching, and hiking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Caesars Head State Park →Table Rock State Park
Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 12 miles, according to the park. Camping is available: 94 campsites, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Table Rock State Park →Croft State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Its trail network totals roughly 16 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Croft State Park →Keowee-Toxaway State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. For overnight stays there are 20 campsites across 3 camping areas (RV sites with full hookups and tent sites). There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Keowee-Toxaway State Park →Devils Fork State Park
Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Devils Fork State Park →Gorges State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, biking, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include 2 camping areas, with RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. There are also cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Gorges State Park →Sadlers Creek State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: 65 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Sadlers Creek State Park →Oconee Station State Historic Site
The park supports historic sites, biking, wildlife watching, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Oconee Station State Historic Site →Chimney Rock State Park
Chimney Rock State Park is a park in Rutherford County, about 3 miles west of Lake Lure.
Hours, fees and rules for Chimney Rock State Park →Oconee State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. The official site lists about 200 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Oconee State Park →Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site →Lake Hartwell State Park
The park supports historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and wildlife watching. Water access includes a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Hartwell State Park →Tugaloo State Park
Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. The official site lists about 4 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Tugaloo State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Greenville
- Paris Mountain State Park 6 mi north · 78 campsites
- Jones Gap State Park 23 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Caesars Head State Park 24 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Table Rock State Park 24 mi northwest · 94 campsites
- Croft State Park 30 mi east · 25 campsites
+ 8 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Greenville
- Table Rock State Park 24 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Keowee-Toxaway State Park 30 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Devils Fork State Park 34 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Gorges State Park 38 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Oconee State Park 42 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 2 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Greenville
- Paris Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Jones Gap State Park 23 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Caesars Head State Park 24 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Table Rock State Park 24 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Croft State Park 30 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 9 more in the list above
Swimming near Greenville
- Paris Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Table Rock State Park 24 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Croft State Park 30 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Keowee-Toxaway State Park 30 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Devils Fork State Park 34 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 4 more in the list above
Hiking near Greenville
- Paris Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Jones Gap State Park 23 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Caesars Head State Park 24 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Table Rock State Park 24 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Croft State Park 30 mi east · Hiking trails listed
+ 8 more in the list above
Fishing near Greenville
- Paris Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Fishing listed
- Jones Gap State Park 23 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Caesars Head State Park 24 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Table Rock State Park 24 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Croft State Park 30 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Free state parks near Greenville
- Keowee-Toxaway State Park 30 mi west · No entrance fee listed
- Oconee Station State Historic Site 40 mi west · No entrance fee listed
- Chimney Rock State Park 42 mi north · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near Greenville
What is the closest state park to Greenville?
Paris Mountain State Park is the closest, about 6 miles north of Greenville in a straight line. Next are Jones Gap State Park and Caesars Head State Park.
How many state parks are near Greenville?
15 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Greenville have camping?
13 parks list camping, the nearest being Paris Mountain State Park, Jones Gap State Park and Caesars Head State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Greenville?
Yes, at 14 parks, including Paris Mountain State Park, Jones Gap State Park and Caesars Head State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Greenville?
3 parks list no entrance fee: Keowee-Toxaway State Park, Oconee Station State Historic Site and Chimney Rock State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
State parks near other cities
- Near Spartanburg, SC26 mi east
- Near Anderson, SC27 mi southwest
- Near Clemson, SC28 mi southwest
- Near Greenwood, SC46 mi south
- Near Asheville, NC52 mi north
- Near Shelby, NC56 mi northeast
- Near Waynesville, NC57 mi northwest
- Near Morganton, NC73 mi northeast
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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.