State Parks Near Greenwood, South Carolina
11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Greenwood, including 3 parks across the line in Georgia. The closest is Lake Greenwood State Park, about 11 mi east of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Lake Greenwood State Park11 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 11 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 105 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 81 with free entry
State parks near Greenwood, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Greenwood; driving distance is usually longer.
Lake Greenwood State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. Water access includes a boat ramp. Camping is available: 125 campsites, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Greenwood State Park →Baker Creek State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. Water access includes a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Baker Creek State Park →Hickory Knob State Resort Park
Popular activities here are golf, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: 43 campsites, including RV sites, tent sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Hickory Knob State Resort Park →Calhoun Falls State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and wildlife watching. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: 86 campsites, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Calhoun Falls State Park →Elijah Clark State Park
Visitors come for golf, archery, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Elijah Clark State Park →Hamilton Branch State Park
The park supports historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp. Camping is available: 184 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Hamilton Branch State Park →Richard B. Russell State Park
Visitors come for golf, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 6 miles of trails. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Richard B. Russell State Park →Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site →Mistletoe State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, biking, and wildlife watching. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Mistletoe 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 →Dreher Island State Park
Things to do include historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and wildlife watching. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 112 campsites across 2 camping areas (RV sites and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Dreher Island State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Greenwood
- Lake Greenwood State Park 11 mi east · 125 campsites
- Baker Creek State Park 24 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Hickory Knob State Resort Park 26 mi southwest · 43 campsites
- Calhoun Falls State Park 27 mi west · 86 campsites
- Elijah Clark State Park 28 mi southwest · 183 campsites
+ 5 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Greenwood
- Hickory Knob State Resort Park 26 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Elijah Clark State Park 28 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Richard B. Russell State Park 34 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Mistletoe State Park 40 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Dreher Island State Park 44 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Greenwood
- Lake Greenwood State Park 11 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Baker Creek State Park 24 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Hickory Knob State Resort Park 26 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Calhoun Falls State Park 27 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Hamilton Branch State Park 31 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 3 more in the list above
Swimming near Greenwood
- Lake Greenwood State Park 11 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Baker Creek State Park 24 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Hickory Knob State Resort Park 26 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Calhoun Falls State Park 27 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Elijah Clark State Park 28 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 5 more in the list above
Hiking near Greenwood
- Lake Greenwood State Park 11 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Hickory Knob State Resort Park 26 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Calhoun Falls State Park 27 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Elijah Clark State Park 28 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Hamilton Branch State Park 31 mi south · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Greenwood
- Lake Greenwood State Park 11 mi east · Fishing listed
- Baker Creek State Park 24 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Hickory Knob State Resort Park 26 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Calhoun Falls State Park 27 mi west · Fishing listed
- Elijah Clark State Park 28 mi southwest · Fishing listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Free state parks near Greenwood
- Hickory Knob State Resort Park 26 mi southwest · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near Greenwood
What is the closest state park to Greenwood?
Lake Greenwood State Park is the closest, about 11 miles east of Greenwood in a straight line. Next are Baker Creek State Park and Hickory Knob State Resort Park.
How many state parks are near Greenwood?
11 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 Greenwood have camping?
10 parks list camping, the nearest being Lake Greenwood State Park, Baker Creek State Park and Hickory Knob State Resort Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Greenwood?
Yes, at 8 parks, including Lake Greenwood State Park, Baker Creek State Park and Hickory Knob State Resort Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Greenwood?
1 park list no entrance fee: Hickory Knob State Resort Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
State parks near other cities
- Near Anderson, SC36 mi northwest
- Near Greenville, SC46 mi north
- Near Clemson, SC50 mi northwest
- Near Spartanburg, SC53 mi north
- Near Lexington, SC55 mi east
- Near Augusta-Richmond County, GA58 mi south
- Near Athens-Clarke County, GA72 mi west
- Near Columbia, SC72 mi east
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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.