Water Activities
Boating and tubing are allowed in the forest.
Boating - Motorized
USDA Forest Service allows motorized boating on many of its lakes and rivers, with boat ramps and launching piers available at some locations, though regulations and restrictions vary by area.
Boating - Non-Motorized
The USDA Forest Service allows non-motorized boating (canoes, kayaks, etc.) on many of its lakes and rivers, with specific areas and regulations varying by forest and location.
Floating or paddling through the forests is the perfect way to view wildlife and take in the beauty of riparian vegetation. During spring flows, kayaking and canoeing opportunities are the best in many of our waterways.
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Andrew Pickens Ranger District
Site Open
The Andrew Pickens Ranger District is home to the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River, a popular angling and whitewater destination. The Ellicott Rock Wilderness offers opportunities for solitude and…
Broad River
The Broad River flows along the eastern side of the Enoree District within the Sumter National Forest. Called the Broad River since 1745, the river once was a boundary between the Cherokee and…
Buck Hall Recreation Area
Site Open
This premier recreation area is situated on the site of the old Buck Hall plantation just six miles southeast of McClellanville. Its location on the Intracoastal Waterway provides the best access to…
Chattooga Wild and Scenic River
Site Open
Forest Service finalizes regulatory updates for portions of Chattooga Wild and Scenic RiverUSDA Forest Service recently finalized an update to regulatory measures at 36 CFR 261.77 for the Chattooga…
Enoree Ranger District
The Enoree is well-known for its recreation opportunities on the Enoree, Tyger and Broad rivers, as well as a challenging Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) trail. It also offers outstanding hiking, boating,…
Francis Marion National Forest
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Francis Marion Ranger District
Site Open
The Francis Marion, located in the coastal plain of South Carolina, is bounded to the north by Santee River and to the east by the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. The forest is situated…
Fury's Ferry Boat Ramp
Site Open
Located on the Savannah River in the southern portion of the Long Cane Ranger District, Furys Ferry Boat Ramp provides secluded access to some of the finest fishing between Clark Hill Reservoir and…
Huger Recreation Area
Huger Recreation Area is a scenic, shady wayside rest along South Carolina Route 402 near Huger Creek. It is well suited for group gatherings or a quick picnic.
Lick Fork Lake
Site Open
Described as one of the lesser known “jewels of the forest,” the nine campsites and 12-acre lake surrounded by dense woods provide visitors with a quiet place to relax and easy access to a…