State Park

Little Pee Dee State Park

Dillon County, South CarolinaAbout 827 acres

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Status
Open (per official listing)Daily 9 a.m. – sunset
Entrance fee
Free entryAnnual pass available
Day-use reservations
None mentioned
Dogs
Dogs allowed6-ft leash
Camping
40 campsitesAlso cabins
Official site
southcarolinaparks.com(843) 774-8872

Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current

Current alerts 1

Closure Park NewsThe swimming area is closed for the season.

Posted by the park. Official alert

Overview

Little Pee Dee State Park is a 827-acre park in Dillon County, about 9 miles southeast of Dillon.

Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Overnight options include 40 campsites across 3 camping areas, with RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.

Hours

Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.

FacilityDaysHoursSeason
ParkDaily9 a.m. – sunset—
OfficeDaily11 a.m. – noon—
Official wording

9 a.m. - sunset, daily

11a.m.-12 p.m., daily. Hours may be extended during the summer months.

Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).

Fees and passes

ItemAmount
Free admissionFree
Official wording

Free admission

South Carolina park passes

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)

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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

Campground or site typeSitesHookups / featuresPrice
Camping Information
11 sites are full service with water, electricity, and septic. 18 sites have water and electrical hookups, while 18 tent sites include individual water and no electricity. The campground is located convenient to restroom facilities with hot showers. 3 trailside primitive campsites are available a short hike down the Longleaf Pine trail.
11Showers—
Standard Sites with Elec. & Water18Standard Sites with Elec. & WaterShowers—
Full Hookup Sites with Elec, Water, Sewer11Full Hookup Sites with Elec, Water, SewerShowers—
Camping details from the park

Camping Information: 11 sites are full service with water, electricity, and septic. 18 sites have water and electrical hookups, while 18 tent sites include individual water and no electricity. The campground is located convenient to restroom facilities with hot showers. 3 trailside primitive campsites are available a short hike down the Longleaf Pine trail.

Standard Sites with Elec. & Water: 18 sites

Full Hookup Sites with Elec, Water, Sewer: 11 sites

Designated Tent Sites: 18 designated tent sites with central water

Trailside Camping: 3 trailside primitive sites

Primitive Group Area: The primitive group camping area is ideal for organized groups. (An organized group is defined as a group that holds regular meetings and has a lead officer or elected/appointed officials.) The area includes one privy toilet. Reservations are accepted. To make a primitive group camping reservation, contact the park directly.

Minimum rate is $15 which allows up to ten campers. The rate increases by $5-6.50 increments for each additional five campers.

From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.

Things to do

FishingBoatingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingBikingWildlife viewing and birdingHikingHistoric sites and toursCampingSwimming

Trails

TrailLengthDifficultyNotes
Beaver Pond Nature Trail1.5 miEasyLength: 1.5 milesHiking Trail
Longleaf Pine Trail2.1 miEasyLength: 2.1 milesHiking Trail
Trail descriptions from the park

Beaver Pond Nature Trail

Length: 1.5 miles

Type: Hiking Trail

Difficulty: Easy

Description: An easy 1.5 walking trail can be accessed across from the park office, the gravel parking lot approximately ½ mile from the park entrance, or the campground near site 39. This is an out-and-back trail with a loop at one end that travels near the end of a bottomland of hardwood pine trees. The name comes from a wetland area that was once home to beavers who lived in and around the area. Visitors may encounter a plethora of wildlife such as foxes, squirrels, wild turkeys, deer, and several species of birds.

Longleaf Pine Trail

Length: 2.1 miles

Type: Hiking Trail

Difficulty: Easy

Description: The longleaf pine trail can be accessed from the section of the Beaver Pond trail across from the park office or along the main park road. This easy 2.1 out-and-back trail meanders through a forest of longleaf pine. Throughout the trail, visitors will see a variety of flora and fauna including the yellow jessamine, prickly pear, Spanish moss, and beautiful dogwoods that bloom in the spring.

Swimming

Swimming: Swimming is available seasonally at the designated swimming area in Lake Norton. No lifeguards are on duty and you must swim at your own risk.

Boating and paddling

Boating and Boat Access: A boat ramp provides private boat access to the park lake. Private boats are restricted to an electric trolling motor and other non-motorized boats. Gas powered motors are not allowed.

Canoe/Kayak Rentals: Canoes and kayaks with life jackets and paddles are available for rental.

Pedal Boat Rentals: Pedal Boats with life jackets are available for rental.

Fishing

Fishing Information: Fishing may be enjoyed in the park’s 54-acre lake or in the black waters of the Little Pee Dee River.

Fishing Pier: A 75-foot dock/pier is available at the park for fishing on the park lake.

Fishing Boat Rentals: Jon boats with life jackets and paddles are available for rental.

A state fishing license is usually required.

Amenities

Facilities

  • Picnic shelters
  • Playground
  • Wi-Fi
  • EV charging
  • Group facilities

Water

  • Boat ramp

Camping

  • RV dump station
  • Tent camping
  • RV camping
  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Sewer hookups

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
1298 State Park RD
Dillon, SC 29536
Nearest town
Dillon — about 9 mi southeast (straight line)
Coordinates
34.3256, -79.2746 (from Wikidata)
Phone
(843) 774-8872
Email
littlepeedee@scprt.com

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