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Parsons Mountain Lake
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Parsons Mountain Lake

Sumter National Forest · Abbeville, SC

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  • Address:Abbeville, SC
We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this campground using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Jun 20, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

About

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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Amenities

Showers
Potable Water
Dump Station
Fire Rings

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on leash

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

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Trails at Sumter National Forest

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Chattooga Trail to Lick Log and Pig Pen Falls from Russell Bridge

Chattooga Trail to Lick Log and Pig Pen Falls from Russell Bridge

7.7 mi1,621 ftdifficult
East Fork, Chattooga River, Foothills Connector, and Foothills Trails Loop

East Fork, Chattooga River, Foothills Connector, and Foothills Trails Loop

8.6 mi2,146 ftdifficult
Crane Creek Falls

Crane Creek Falls

0.6 mi144 fteasy
Chattooga River, Fork Mountain, and Foothills Trail Loop

Chattooga River, Fork Mountain, and Foothills Trail Loop

17.6 mi4,318 ftexpert
Fork Mountain Trail

Fork Mountain Trail

14.9 mi4,222 ftexpert
Foothills Trail to Whitewater Falls

Foothills Trail to Whitewater Falls

9.8 mi2,910 ftdifficult

Within ~30 miles

Trails near Parsons Mountain Lake

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Parson's Mountain Lake and Lookout Tower
Trail

Parson's Mountain Lake and Lookout Tower

South Carolina

4.0 mi696 ftgain
Moderate
Parson's Mountain Lake via Long Cane Scenic Trail
Trail

Parson's Mountain Lake via Long Cane Scenic Trail

South Carolina

11.3 mi1,378 ftgain
Difficult
Long Cane Loop Trail
Trail

Long Cane Loop Trail

South Carolina

6.3 mi584 ftgain
Moderate
Clark Hill Lakeview Trail
Trail

Clark Hill Lakeview Trail

South Carolina

6.3 mi1,027 ftgain
Moderate
Main Trail 96 Loop
Trail

Main Trail 96 Loop

South Carolina

1.1 mi118 ftgain
Easy
Star Fort Trail and Ninety Six Lake
Trail

Star Fort Trail and Ninety Six Lake

South Carolina

5.6 mi636 ftgain
Moderate

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