Oconee County Parks

May 5, 2023

Oconee County Parks

Oconee County is fortunate to have three county parks, all of which boast waterfront locations. Two parks are on Lake Keowee, and one park is on the Chauga River.

South Cove County Park (Lake Keowee)

48-acre park on a 15-acre peninsula at the southern end of Lake Keowee
86 campsites (41 waterfront)
Campsites have electrical hookup and water; 2 bathhouses and access to dump station
Day use facilities
4 tennis courts
Basketball
Playground areas
Picnic areas
Handicapped accessible fishing pier
Sandy beach
2 Shelters (reservation only)

High Falls County Park (Lake Keowee)

46-acre park located towards the middle of Lake Keowee
91 campsites (10 waterfront)
Campsites have electrical hookup, water, bathhouse and access to dump station
Playground
Picnic tables/charcoal grills
Picnic shelters (Point Shelter and Patio Deck)
Recreation building
2 Boat ramps
Fishing pier
Swimming area
Miniture golf
Softball field
Basketball court
Volleyball courts
Horseshoes

Chau Ram County Park (Chauga River)

Located at the confluence of Ramsey Creek and the Chauga River near Westminster
26 campsites with water and electricity
Over three miles of hiking trails
A mile of the Chauga River runs through the park including Pumphouse, Can-opener and V rapids
Handicap accessible 40 foot waterfall and 160 foot suspension bridge that spans the Chauga River
4 rental areas for parties
Playground area
Note: The Chau Ram campground is closed from November till March 1st.

County Park Entry Fees

$3 per car
$5 per boat/trailer

Annual Pass

If you frequently visit Oconee County parks, consider purchasing an Annual Pass that can be used for park entry. The cost is $25 for residents of Oconee County; non-residents $50.
The Annual Pass is FREE to seniors 62+ , legally disabled and veterans living in Oconee County.

Annual Passes can be purchased at the Oconee County Treasurer’s office, 415 S. Pine Street in Walhalla, SC. Open weekdays from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Or pick them up in-person at any of our county parks: Chau Ram, South Cove or High Falls.

Reservations

To better market the county parks, and to facilitate ease of planning for visitors, Oconee County uses the Reserve America reservations system.

To make camping reservations or to rent a recreational buildings at one of the county parks, go to experienceoconee.com, click “Reservations” and select your park.