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Cheraw State Park
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CHERAW STATE PARK
CHERAW STATE PARK
100 State Park RD
Cheraw, South Carolina   29520

Phone: 843-537-9656
Reservations: 843-537-9656
Email: park email button icon
Cheraw State Park uniquely combines outstanding recreational opportunities: equestrian trails, hiking and biking trails, rustic cabins with full amenities, group camps and family campsites near Lake Juniper from which you can enjoy boating, sailing and fishing.

Cheraw also provides a championship 18-hole golf course designed by Tom Jackson, with a layout so unique that no two fairways are adjacent to the other. The park also protects habitats for the threatened Red Cockaded woodpecker and migratory birds.
History of the Area
Cheraw State Park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), a New Deal Program created by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The program was designed to provide employment during the Great Depression while addressing national needs in conservation and recreation.

The CCC was instrumental in the development of many of South Carolina's state parks. A number of buildings built by the CCC in the 1930's are still in use at this park.
Passes
South Carolina offers a variety of Park Passports. You can read more about the South Carolina Park Passports and order online by visiting the SOUTH CAROLINA PARK PASSPORTS web page.
FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW
Day-UseFishingyes
 Hiking Trailyes
 Swimming Beachyes
BoatingLaunch Rampsyes
CampingPrimitiveyes
 Water/Electric Sitesyes
WinterActivitiesyes
AccommodationsGolf Courseyes
Fishing
Enjoy fishing in a 360-acre lake, home to largemouth bass, crappie and bream. Boat rentals are available on-site.


Location
Cheraw State Park is located near Bennettsville, Cheraw and Hartsville

Picnicking
Cheraw State Park offers picnic tables, grills and shelters for picnicking. It also has a playground nearby for children.
Bicycling
Biking enthusiasts can explore a 7.5-mile trail, but be warned - it's challenging with hilly terrain and sharp turns.

The park offers bike rentals for those without their own equipment; however, availability is not guaranteed.

Riders should always wear helmets as the trails are shared by both bikers and pedestrians to avoid accidents.

It's important to note that biking is only allowed during daylight hours for safety reasons.

Remember: stay on designated paths at all times in order to protect local wildlife habitats from damage or disruption.

Be aware of weather conditions before setting out as some parts of the trail may become impassable after heavy rainfalls.
Birding
Birdwatchers can enjoy a variety of species, including waterfowl and songbirds. The park's diverse habitats attract many birds. A bird checklist is available for enthusiasts to track their sightings. There are also guided birding tours offered by the park staff.

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Directions
Take Hwy. 52 S. from Cheraw for approximately 4 miles, turn right at the park entrance.

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