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Guilliard Lake

Guilliard Lake is located near Jamestown in the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests. The area features flat terrain with dense forest surroundings. Temperatures range from 40°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Santee Coastal Reserve and the historic Hampton Plantation State Historic Site.

Description

National Forest

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests

Guilliard Lake, an old oxbow off the Santee River, offers ten acres of fishing for a variety of species. Click here for a printable Francis Marion fishing opportunity guide.

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Location

Guilliard Lake is located in South Carolina

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

33.27783836154079 N
79.61775749810153 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Mar. 17, 2023

Ok campground very tricky road in

This is not a campground for anyone with a large rig or RV. The dirt road in for several miles has VERY large potholes and you have to weave across the track to avoid them. Ok with car if very careful especially at night. Not really what I would call a lake more like a large stream. Several sites back on to the stream but at a higher level. Cell signal with Verizon 2 bars seemed ok. Definitely make sure you have all you need before getting to the site, not a road you want to keep traveling down

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Guilliard Lake by Andy K., March 17, 2023
  • Review photo of Guilliard Lake by Andy K., March 17, 2023
  • Review photo of Guilliard Lake by Andy K., March 17, 2023
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Reviewed Jun. 2, 2022

Couldn’t find anything

Following the directions I drove to the coordinates nothing and came to a junction. I would have continued on but between me and the the other road was a sinkhole. I honestly don’t think a 4X4 would have made it. Before I got there I had already turned off my ESC. My right is a 21 ft Promaster 3500 with OHV lift and was able to turn around but not without doubt.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Guilliard Lake?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Guilliard Lake, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Guilliard Lake have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Guilliard Lake does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Guilliard Lake?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.