Baker Creek State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $3 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed6-ft leash
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- southcarolinaparks.com(864) 443-2457
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure Park NewsPARK ADVISORY THE CAMPGROUND IS NOW OPEN! With two new family-style comfort stations and 50-amp service. All trails are currently closed due to… (more)
PARK ADVISORY THE CAMPGROUND IS NOW OPEN! With two new family-style comfort stations and 50-amp service. All trails are currently closed due to logging operations and effects from Hurricane Helene. Trails will remain closed until further notice. Please pardon our progress as we continue improvements to the campground and your overall experience at Baker Creek State Park. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In McCormick County, about 4 miles west of McCormick, Baker Creek State Park covers about 1,335 acres.
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
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
| Office | Mon–Thu | 11 a.m. – noon | — |
| Fri–Sun | 11 a.m. – noon | — | |
| Fri–Sun | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Sunrise to Sunset
Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday - Sunday: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| $3 adults; | $3 · adult |
| $1.50 SC seniors; | $1.50 · senior |
| $1 children age 6-15; age 5 & younger free | $1 · child |
Official wording
$3 adults; $1.50 SC seniors; $1 children age 6-15; age 5 & younger free
South Carolina park passes
- ALL Park Passport — $99 Details
From the South Carolina state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- SC State Parks reservation system (reserve.southcarolinaparks.com)
- Phone
- 1-866-345-PARK (7275)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed · leash up to 6 feet
Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping Information: A 34-site campground is located along the shores of Strom Thurmond Lake.
The campground is convenient to restrooms with hot showers.
Standard Sites with Elec. & Water: 30 standard sites
Full Hookup Sites with Elec, Water, Sewer: 2 full hookup sites
Designated Tent Sites: 1 tent sites
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
FishingBoatingPicnickingBikingCampingHistoric sites and toursSwimming
Swimming
Swimming: Swimming is permitted in Lake Thurmond. No lifeguards are provided and park guests may swim at their own risk.
Boating and paddling
Boating and Boat Access: Two boat ramps provide private boat access to Strom Thurmond Lake.
Fishing
Fishing Information: Enjoy fishing in Strom Thurmond Lake for several species of bass, crappie, catfish, bream and striper.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 863 Baker Creek RD
McCormick, SC 29835 - Nearest town
- McCormick — about 4 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 33.8937, -82.3551 (from Wikidata)
- Phone
- (864) 443-2457
- bakercreek@scprt.com
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- South Carolina State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- South Carolina State Parks Park Finder (JSON embedded in #park-finder-component data-parks)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology