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Parsons Mountain Lake Campground

Parsons Mountain Lake Campground is near Abbeville, SC, and features a landscape of forests and a lake. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby attractions like the historic Abbeville Opera House and the Sumter National Forest.

Description

US Forest Service

Sumter National Forest

Parson’s Mountain Recreation Area is located in the northern portion of the Long Cane Ranger District. It features a 28-acre man-made lake next to a 23-site campground. The area offers relaxation and solitude as well as easy access to a variety of recreation activities. Highlights include an accessible picnic area. The day use area was designed with an earthen pier, a pedestrian bridge and a boat ramp for non-motorized boats. The Parson’s Mountain Lake Trail and Parson’s Mountain Tower Trail incorporate the upstate’s rich history and diverse wildlife habitat. Click here for a printable guide and vicinity map.

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Location

Parsons Mountain Lake Campground is located in South Carolina

Directions

From Anderson, travel south on Hwy 28 to the four way stop in Abbeville. Turn right and travel 3.3 miles to the intersection of Hwy 28 and Hwy 72. Continue on Hwy 28 for 2.1 miles.Turn left onto Parson’s Mtn. Road (S 1-251) and travel for 1.5 miles. Entrance is on the right.

Coordinates

34.10900081 N
82.36200027 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Site Types

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Features

For Campers

Showers
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Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
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General Info

Drive Time

1 hr 8 min from Augusta
1 hr 12 min from Athens
1 hr 14 min from Greenville

Daniel B.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 9, 2023

Nice getaway

One thing that really stood out was the bugs or I should say the lack their of! That was definitely the nicest part about it second to it’s beauty.

Sitefirst one I came to lol

Month of VisitApril

kevin T.

Ranger

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2016

parsons

This is a really great campsite with restrooms and fire rings. There are restrooms and a playground for kids. If you really want to challenge your self, there is a trail that climbs to parson mountain and is recommended to only people who is fit enough because it is strenuous

Roy R.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 15, 2015

Nice primitive camp ground

Parsons Mountain Recreation Area sits beside a small lake called Parsons Mountain Lake. It is a great fishing spot and it has a roped off swimming area that has no life guard but is six foot deep at the most at the back of it. The brim in the lake will nibble at the hairs on your legs if you have any. The camp sites have gravel and a fire pit for most of them. Nearby to the camp sites there are restrooms and showers though expect spider webs on either as they are used infrequently except at the height of Summer. But the whole area is surrounded by pine trees and most sites are shaded by all of the trees. You will need a South Carolina Fishing licenses to fish. Camp sites are very reasonable. See this site for current fees. http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/scnfs/recarea/?recid=47187

Overall a very nice camp ground. Quiet except for the owls and crickets at night.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Parsons Mountain Lake Campground?

Parsons Mountain Lake Campground allows vehicles up to 72 feet.

Are fires allowed at Parsons Mountain Lake Campground?

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

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