Little Pee Dee State Park
Notice: Park News — details
- 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.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 9 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Office | Daily | 11 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
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Free admission | Free |
Official wording
Free admission
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
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | 11 | Showers | — |
| Standard Sites with Elec. & Water | 18 | Standard Sites with Elec. & WaterShowers | — |
| Full Hookup Sites with Elec, Water, Sewer | 11 | Full 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
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Pond Nature Trail | 1.5 mi | Easy | Length: 1.5 milesHiking Trail |
| Longleaf Pine Trail | 2.1 mi | Easy | Length: 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
- littlepeedee@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