Devils Fork State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Late fall to mid-spring)
- Entrance fee
- $8 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions6-ft leash
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- southcarolinaparks.com(864) 944-2639
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Park NewsDue to heavy visitation on weekends and holidays, expect long lines when entering the park, especially from 11am to 4pm. We will post on this site… (more)
Due to heavy visitation on weekends and holidays, expect long lines when entering the park, especially from 11am to 4pm. We will post on this site when Devils Fork State Park is at parking capacity. We appreciate your patience in advance.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Devils Fork State Park is a 578-acre park in Oconee County, about 19 miles northwest of Central.
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. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
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 | 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Late fall to mid-spring |
| Daily | 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Late fall to mid-spring | |
| Office | Daily | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Late spring to mid-fall, 7am-9pm, daily; late fall to mid-spring 7am-6pm, daily.
9am-5pm, daily.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| $8 adults; | $8 · adult |
| $5/ SC seniors (age 65 & older); | $5 · senior |
| $4 children ages 6-15; ages 5 and under, free. | $4 · child |
| Admission to the park is | Free |
Official wording
$8 adults; $5/ SC seniors (age 65 & older); $4 children ages 6-15; ages 5 and under, free. Admission to the park is free on each Tuesday.
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, with restrictions · leash up to 6 feet
Not allowed in or on: the villas or villa area prior to january 1.
Beginning January 1, 2020, pets will be allowed in villas 1-5. These will be designated as our pet friendly villas. Pets are allowed in most other outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in the villas or villa area prior to January 1, 2020. Beginning January 1, 2020, pets will be allowed in villas 1-5. These will be designated as our pet friendly villas. Pets are allowed in most other outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in the villas or villa area prior to January 1, 2020.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Laundry Facility: Yes (closed December - February)
Camping Information: Two campgrounds are located near the shores of Lake Jocassee. Restrooms with hot showers are conveniently located in the campgrounds. Two vehicles are permitted per campsite. One vehicle per designated tent and boat in site. Additional vehicles will be charged $20.00 per vehicle per day to park in the overflow parking area. Overflow parking for campers is located at the entrance of the non-motorized access area.
Camping check in time is 2pm and check out time is 12pm. Late arrival instructions will be emailed to the email address provided when the reservation is made.
For more information on leave no trace practices, visit the official leave no trace ethics website.
Read more from the park
Standard Sites with Elec. & Water: The main lakeside campground at Devils Fork State Park features 59 paved sites with water and electrical hook-ups. Some of these sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
Each standard campsite also has one 12' by 12' tent pad. A maximum of two tents may be placed on the tent pad or paved surface per campsite. No tents may be placed on the ground. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring.
A central dump station is available along the main campground road for motor homes and RV's, as well as centrally located trash and recycling containers. Pets are allowed in the main campground area if they are on a leash at all times and must not be a nuisance to other campers.
All campers, vehicles, trailers, motorhomes, etc, must remain on paved surfaces.
Designated Tent Sites: While tent campers may use the sites with water and electrical hookups, there is also a designated rustic tent camping area.
These walk-in campsites are designated for tent camping only, and are only a short walk from a central parking area. There are 25 elevated tent pads, one per campsite, and a maximum of one tent can be pitched on each 12' x 12' tent pad. No tents may be placed on the ground.
These sites include a picnic table and a fire ring, but do not include electrical or water hook-ups. Water spigots and restrooms are located adjacent to the walk-in tent parking area.
Boat In Camping: Boat-in backcountry campsites are located on the northern shore of Lake Jocassee at the base of Musterground Mountain. The area is accessible only by boat and is open seasonally. Combination fire rings/grill pits are provided. There is a total of 25 boat-in backcountry campsites, all of which are in the same general area and require a short moderate hike.
Please remember if you pack it in, pack it out. Campers are asked to follow internationally recognized "leave no trace" camping practices.
These sites are reservable through our toll free number at 1-866-345-7275 and our website by clicking on the banner at the top of this page.
Please visit the boat-in camping page for more information.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Cabins/Villas: 20 units
Lodging Information: Twenty villas are fully-furnished and include linens, all kitchen appliances, basic cooking and eating utensils, heat, air conditioning, microwave, satellite television, high speed fiber internet, automatic coffee maker, screened porch, charcoal grill and picnic table.
Two 2-bedroom villas are user friendly for the physically impaired.
Length of Stay: Rentals are typically accepted for a two-night minimum, however, during busier periods, villas are rented by the week only. The weekly rental requirement (7-night minimum) most often applies from the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day, but is in effect during other periods at some state parks.
Two Bedroom Cabin/Villa: Fifteen 2-bedroom/1-bath villas accommodate up to 4 people each. Nine include a queen bed and two single beds. Villas 5, 8, 10, 11, 13 and 18 have two queen beds
Three Bedroom Cabin/Villa: Five 3-bedroom/2-bath villas accommodate up to six people, and includes a queen bed in two of the bedrooms and two single beds in the third bedroom.
Cabins/Villas: 20
Things to do
FishingBoatingPicnickingWildlife viewing and birdingHistoric sites and toursCanoeing and kayakingCampingSwimmingHiking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oconee Bell Nature Trail | 1.5 mi | — | Length: 1.5 mile loopHiking Trail: |
Trail descriptions from the park
Oconee Bell Nature Trail
Length: 1.5 mile loop
Type: Hiking Trail:
Description: This 1.5 mile loop within Devils Fork State Park gets its name from a rare wild flower that has gorgeous white blooms. Starting in the parking lot near the rear of the Ranger Station, this trail is plainly marked with white blazes and winds through a predominantly hardwood forest. The trail follows a creek that provides surreal sounds that add to its charm. In the early spring, endangered Oconee Bell wildflowers blossom along the creek. During your hike you will find benches that provide a perfect place to relax and enjoy the sounds of the lively forest. The trail is also endowed with a small pond that is a great place to view pond life. The Oconee Bells Nature Trail is a wonderful addition to the many activities presented in Devils Fork State Park. Click here to view the park map.
Swimming
Swimming: Swimming is permitted in Lake Jocassee. There is no roped-off swimming area and lifeguards are not provided. You may swim at your own risk.
Boating and paddling
Boating and Boat Access: Four boat ramps provide boat access to Lake Jocassee. It is not permitted to leave your boat docked for periods of time exceeding one hour. Lake levels fluctuate frequently and it is recommended to trailer boats if left unattended. Boaters are required to pay the daily park admission in order to launch their personal craft, rental boats or to go on private lake tours.
Canoe/Kayak Rentals: On-site boat rentals that include canoe/kayak, pontoon and SUP are provided by Eclectic Sun. For more information on rentals and pricing, please visit their website.
Fishing
Fishing Information: Jocassee is the only lake in South Carolina offering both trophy trout and a smallmouth bass, and has become a favorite fishing spot for anglers throughout the Southeast. The deep, crystal-clear water provides an excellent habitat for many species of fish, including brown trout, rainbow trout, white bass, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, bluegill and black crappie.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Wi-Fi
- EV charging
- Laundry
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ 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
- 161 Holcombe CIR
Salem, SC 29676 - Nearest town
- Central — about 19 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 34.9529, -82.9476 (from Wikidata)
- Phone
- (864) 944-2639
- dforksp@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