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Below Dam South Carolina

Group Shelter with dam in background
Below Dam South Carolina
Below Dam South Carolina
Below Dam South Carolina Trail
Below Dam South Carolina

About Below Dam South Carolina

Below Dam South Carolina Recreation Area is a popular park just below J. Strom Thurmond Lake Dam along the Savannah River. The park is located on Power Plant Road just off South Carolina State Highway 221 near the Visitor Center. The Savannah River offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities.

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Currently open - Mar 31 to May 7

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{"text"=>"A great place for a walk, picnic or just to feed the sea gulls. They have Pavillions with grills and bathroom facilities. Even a playground for the kids...", "languageCode"=>"en"}

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Location Below Dam South Carolina

Address:
384 Power Plant Rd
Clarks Hill, SC, 29821-9701
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 33.6583 / -82.2092

Elevation: 107 feet

Policies & Rules

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Park hours are 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

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Caution: strong currents in river; absolutely no swimming or wading

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Pets permitted on leash

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Alcoholic beverages are prohibited allowed

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Fires are only permitted in grills

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For shelter reservations:
Please bring your confirmation letter to the park; it is required for check-in
Shelter must be occupied by 2pm
Park amenities are available for the reserving group as well as to the general public

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Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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