Devils Fork State Park

FISHING

  • Fishing Information: Jocassee is the only lake in South Carolina offering both trophy trout and a smallmouth bass, and has become a favorite fishing spot for anglers throughout the Southeast. The deep, crystal-clear water provides an excellent habitat for many species of fish, including brown trout, rainbow trout, white bass, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, bluegill and black crappie.
    A valid South Carolina fishing license is required.

BOATING

  • Boating and Boat Access: Four boat ramps provides private boat access to Lake Jocassee.

THINGS TO DO

  • Picnic Area and Shelters: Two picnic shelters are available for family or other group gatherings. Each shelter may be reserved for $30-38/day.

    To make a picnic shelter reservation, call toll-free 1-866-345-PARK or make it online by clicking on Park Reservation button located at the upper right hand corner of this page.

    Note: Admission fee is not included in shelter price. Rates listed do not include applicable tax and nonrefundable transaction fee.

  • Playground Equipment: Yes
  • Picnic Shelters: Yes
  • Park Store/Gift Shop: The park store is open year-round and includes limited grocery items, snacks, souvenirs and firewood.

  • Boating: Yes
  • Fishing: Yes
  • Birding: Yes

TRAILS

  • Hiking Trails: The Bear Cove Trail, a loop trail that begins and ends between the two picnic shelters, is located in the day-use area. This moderate hiking trail is 2 miles in length and winds through a predominately hardwood forest.
    " Bear Cove Trail information and map".

  • Nature Trails: The Oconee Bell Nature Trail is an easy 1-mile loop trail that received its name for the rare wildflower that can be found along the footpath.
    "Oconee Bell Trail information and map".

  • Hiking: Yes

Contact Information

161 Holcombe CIR
Salem,SC 29676
Phone: (864) 944-2639
Fax: (864) 944-8777
Toll Free: (866) 345-7275
Oconee CountySalem