Croft

PARK ADVISORY

Due to the Palmetto Trail hosting their True to the Brew half marathon this Saturday, Oct. 4, from 7:30am - 12pm, we ask that bikers and horseback riders stay clear of the following trails during this time: Kelsey Creek Trail, Lake Johnson Loop Trail, Edwin Johnson Trail, Foster Mill Loop, and Beech Tree Trail.

Please be advised, the Park Passport does not allow free entry into the park on the day of Neewollah, Oct. 4. Special event pricing is $5 per adult (16+) and $2 per child (ages 6-15).

A small section of the Southside Loop remains closed. The trail map can be found here.

2025-2026 Winter Closure Advisory

Due to ongoing work in the park by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the following areas will be temporarily closed this winter:

Campsites 1–25: Closed December 1–22
Picnic Shelters: Closed December 22–January 22
Primitive Camping Area: Closed December 22–January 22
Equestrian Stalls and Facilities: Closed January 13–February 13
Campsites 26–50: Closed January 7–February 7

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve the park.

HOURS

Standard Time Hours : 7am- 6pm, daily; extended to 8pm on Fri; Daylight Savings Time Hours: 7am -9pm, daily

OFFICE

11am -noon & 4-5pm, daily

ADMISSION

$3 adults; $1.50 SC seniors; $1 children age 6-15; age 5 & younger free

PETS

Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife.

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Croft State Park

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Things To Do

NOTE: All boat rentals (fishing and kayaks) are available to rent while the Park Office is open. The Park Office is open most days from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.(Daylight Savings) and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.(Standard Time) depending on staffing. To rent before 9 a.m., look for park staff on duty. Staff may be able to rent before 9 a.m. when available. No boat rentals after 6 p.m. during Daylight Savings. Paddles and life jackets are provided with boat rental.
Downloadable Trail Map & Trail Info

Fishing Information: Enjoy fishing for bass, bream, catfish and crappie in the park lake. A valid South Carolina fishing license is required.
Fishing: Yes
Freshwater Fishing: Yes

Boating and Boat Access: A boat ramp provides private boat access to Lake Tom Moore Craig, a 165-acre watershed. Private boats are permitted on the lake, but are restricted to electric trolling motors.
Fishing Boat Rentals: Non-motorized, 14 ft. fishing boats rent for $15/four hours or $25/day. Renters can bring their own trolling motor and battery to attach to boat. These boats are available to reserve for the following day for full day rentals($25) and allow users an earlier start(check with park staff for details).
Canoe/Kayak Rentals: Kayaks are available for $10/hour and tandem kayaks for $15/hour.
Boating: Yes
Paddling: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes

Park Store/Gift Shop: Ice, firewood and snacks as well as camping and fishing gear are available for purchase at the park office.
Playground Equipment: Yes
Picnic Shelters: Yes
Playground: The playground is located in the day-use area near the park office.
Swimming: Swimming is not permitted in the lake.
Bird Watching: The area around Lake Craig is ideal for birdwatching. You may see different varieties of hawks, bald eagles, wood ducks and other waterfowl and birds of prey.
Geocaching: Geocaching is permitted. Several geocaches are located on the park. Please speak to a park ranger before setting a geocache. For more information visit the official geocaching website.
Skeet Shooting: There is a SCDNR shooting range located just outside of the park gate. It is open T-Sa from 9am-5pm. You must bring your own equipment. Contact the park for more information.
Biking: Yes
Birding: Yes

Equestrian Stable: Horse stalls rent for $12.50-13/night.

Please note that Coggins test is required on the park. Please bring your papers with you to the park. For further information (crossing state lines) please visit the South Carolina Equine Import Requirements. You may also read the South Carolina Animal Health Laws and Regulations.
Equestrian Show Ring: A large show ring, suitable for most any type of equestrian event, is available for use at the park. The show ring is an outdoor arena with lights.
Equestrian Trails: Croft offers many loop trails, from moderate to strenuous. Please note, we do recommend your horses be shod, but it is not required. Coggins test is required.

The 3.5-mile Rocky Ridge Trail and the 6.5-mile Foster’s Mill Loop are considered strenuous.

The 2.4-mile Lake Johnson Loop, 3.5-mile Fairforest Creek Loop, and 4.5-mile Lake Johnson/Fairforest Creek connector are considered moderate.

Horse shows are held at Croft the third Saturday of each month, excluding December and January. These shows start at 9am and last until approximately 6pm.
Show Ring: Yes

Hiking Trails: Croft State Natural Area offers two hiking trails: the one-mile Horace Craig Trail and the 1.5-mile Nature Trail.
Biking Trails: The park has over 20 miles of biking trails.
Hiking: Yes

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