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Sesquicentennial State Park
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Sesquicentennial State Park © May Killebrew Vokaty
Sesquicentennial State Park Autumn Colors © Robert Immordino
11/12/2010
Sesquicentennial State Park Bald Eagles © Robert Immordino
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Sesquicentennial State Park Babe in the Woods © Robert Immordino
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Sesquicentennial State Park Babe in the Woods © Robert Immordino
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Sesquicentennial State Park Bald Eagles © Robert Immordino
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Sesquicentennial State Park Bald Eagle © Robert Immordino
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Sesquicentennial State Park Sparkling Water © Robert Immordino
1/3/2011
Sesquicentennial State Park © May Killebrew Vokaty
Sesquicentennial State Park Mallards © Robert Immordino
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Sesquicentennial State Park © Matthew C Seufer
Sesquicentennial State Park © Matthew C Seufer
Sesquicentennial State Park © Matthew C Seufer
Sesquicentennial State Park © Matthew C Seufer
Sesquicentennial State Park © May Killebrew Vokaty
Sesquicentennial State Park Beautiful Day © Robert Immordino
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Sesquicentennial State Park Babe in the Woods © Robert Immordino
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SESQUICENTENNIAL STATE PARK
SESQUICENTENNIAL STATE PARK
9564 Two Notch Road
Columbia, South Carolina   29223

Phone: 803-788-2706
Reservations: 803-788-2706
Email: park email button icon
This 1,419-acre park, situated in the middle of the sandhills region, features a beautiful 30-acre lake surrounded by trails and picnic areas.

The park's proximity to downtown Columbia and three major interstate highways attracts both local residents and travelers.

Sesqui is often the site of family reunions and group campouts. Interpretive nature programs is a major attraction to the park.

The park also contains a two-story log house, dating back to the mid 1700's, which was relocated to the park in 1969. This house is believed to be the oldest building still standing in Richland County.

The park was originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's. Evidence of their craftsmanship is still present today.
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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
Meeting Rooms
A retreat center is available for group meetings up to 50 persons.

The center is used for both day meetings and for conferences that require overnight accommodations.

The center, features a fully equipped kitchen with cooking and eating utensils.

Rental rate/day is $140-175

The center also includes dormitory-style rooms for up to 30 overnight guests,

Attendees at overnight functions are responsible for furnishing their own bed and bath linens.

Rate/night is $216-270/night.

To reserve the retreat center, contact the park directly.
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Fishing
General Directions: On US 1, 13 miles northeast of Columbia and 3 miles from I-20 and 1.5 mi from I-77.

Driving Directions: From I-20: take exit 74, turn left onto Hwy 1 (Two Notch Road ), travel 3 mi, park will be on the right. From I-77: take the Hwy 1 (Two Notch Road ) exit, go N on Hwy 1 for 1.5 mi. Park will be on the right.


Location
Sesquicentennial State Park is located near Blythewood, Camden and Cayce

Picnicking
1. Sesquicentennial State Park offers numerous picnic shelters for rent.
2. There are also individual tables available on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. The park provides grills at each shelter and table area.
4. Picnickers can enjoy scenic views of the lake or forest while eating outdoors.
5. Some areas offer nearby playgrounds for children to play post-picnic.

Birding
The park offers a 6-mile loop trail ideal for bird watching, with over 140 species spotted. Bird checklists are available at the park office to help identify different types. The two nature trails and boardwalk around the lake provide excellent vantage points for spotting birds.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
May 30 Awesome week by teelay
park review stars; one to five Just spent a whole week camping. Awesome camping, trails, n people. Caught some fish n saw some deer. Thanks Sesqui
July 5 Beautiful park by Kyle C
park review stars; one to five It has a hiking trail and a couple of bike trails. The lake is perfect for canoeing and their are several picnic areas too
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Columbia Camden RV Park
1354 Fort Jackson Road
Lugoff, SC
803-438-8774
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