Woods Bay State Natural Area

FISHING

  • Fishing Information: Enjoy fishing off the boardwalk into a Carolina Bay.

    A valid South Carolina fishing license is required.

BOATING

  • Boating and Boat Access: The one-mile canoe trail is temporarily closed due to low water levels. The one-mile canoe trail guides visitors through a portion of the bay.
    "Canoe Trail Map and information"

    Private boats are not allowed in the bay, however canoe rentals are available.

  • Canoe Rentals: Canoes are available to rent for $12/day, $7/½ day; $5/hour or $3/½ hour.

  • Paddling: Yes

THINGS TO DO

  • Picnic Area and Shelters: A picnic shelter may be reserved for $25-32/day.

    If the shelter is not reserved, guests may use it on a first-come, first-served basis at no charge.

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

    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.

  • Picnic Shelters: Yes
  • Fishing: Yes

TRAILS

  • Nature Trails: The Mill Pond Nature Trail is an easy 3/4-mile loop. Guests will also have the opportunity to experience life in a Carolina bay along the 500-foot boardwalk.
    "Mill Pond Nature Trail Map and information ".

  • Hiking: Yes

Contact Information

11020 Woods Bay RD
Olanta,SC 29114
Phone: (843) 659-4445
Florence CountyOlanta