Lee State Natural Area
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Nestled in a floodplain forest along the designated state scenic Lynches River, Lee State Natural Area has been serving South Carolina since it was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.
Now conveniently located just off Interstate 20, visitors can camp, fish, ride horses and hike and explore along the park’s nature trails.
Lee State Natural Area’s artesian springs, millpond and sandhills add to its diversity as a natural setting. Deer, raccoons and red foxes are among the permanent residents.
The park also features an environmental education center with exhibits about its natural setting in Lee County, a library and historical documents, including newspapers, from the days the park was built during the Great Depression.
GENERAL
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Designation: Lee State Natural Area 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.
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Counties: Lee
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Acreage: 2839
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When & How PRT Acquired: Donated in 1935 by Lee county
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Pets: Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet.
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Tour and Programs Information: Lee is a "DiscoverCarolina Site", which provides curriculum-based science education programs for South Carolina school children.
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Pay Phone on Site: Yes
HOURS
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Admissions: Free admission
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Office Hours: 11am-noon
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Days and Hours of Operation: M-Su 9am-6pm (extended to 9pm during Daylight Savings Time)
LOCATION
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Driving Directions:
From I-20: Take exit 123 (Lee State Park Rd). Go 1 mi. N. and turn left into the park entrance.
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River Location: Yes
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Miles to Nearest Hospital: 17
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Miles to Nearest Town: 7
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Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 7
MILES TO:
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Charleston, SC: 120
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Columbia, SC: 55
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Florence, SC: 29
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Greenville, SC: 160
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Charlotte, NC: 80
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Raleigh, NC: 160
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Atlanta, GA: 268
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Augusta, GA: 130
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