Lake Murray (South Carolina)
Search results
The mountain spring-fed Lake Jocassee encompassed by the Jocassee Gorges, waterfalls accessible only by boat and some of the best South Carolina trout fishing are all part of the allure of Devils Fork State Park.
Hike through the glorious spring bloom of rhododendrons. And do it in South Carolina. Devils Fork State Park provides the only public access to Lake Jocassee, a largely undeveloped 7,500-acre reservoir tucked deep into the Blue Ridge. Devils Fork is easily reached from S.C. 11, the Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Highway.
At Devils Fork you can choose from Campsite, Villa, and Day-Use parking reservations. Spend the day or many exploring the mountain spring-fed Lake Jocassee encompassed by the Jocassee Gorges. Here you'll find waterfalls accessible only by boat and some of the best trout fishing in South Carolina.
The park is popular with families, fishermen, scuba divers and boaters, who enjoy Jocassee’s uncrowded setting and spectacular scenery, such as waterfalls cascading into the lake off steep, wooded slopes. A campground and modern villas also are highlights of the park.
Lake Jocassee is one of the most serene and beautiful lakes in the Southeast USA. The emerald green waters and white sand beaches are unbelivable. Waterfalls cascade in magnificent splendor all along the 75 miles of unspoiled shoreline.
Experience the enchantment of Lake Jocassee, one of the world's last pristine hidden gems. Explore guided waterfall tours, capture stunning photographs, and dive into the cool, deep waters to discover submerged remnants of towns.
Lake Jocassee (/ dʒ ə ˈ k æ s i /, / dʒ oʊ ˈ k æ s i /) is a 7,500-acre (30 km 2), 300-foot (91 m) deep reservoir in northwest South Carolina. It was created in 1973 by the state in partnership with Duke Power. The lake is known for the clean and cold Appalachian mountain
RV and Tent Campgrounds are located near the Lake Jocassee shore, while across the lake, a unique boat-in-only campground is located at the base of Musterground Mountain. Visiting in the spring? Don't miss the opportunity to spot the rare Oconee Bell wildflower.
Mar 11, 2022 · Located in Salem, SC on the banks of Lake Jocassee, Devils Fork State Park is the only place where the public can access the lake. The park was built in cooperation with Duke Energy in 1991. Duke Energy and the Department of Natural Resources manage the 7,500-acre reservoir Lake Jocassee.
Devils Fork offers the only public access to the 7,500-acre Lake Jocassee, the only South Carolina lake to offer both trophy trout and smallmouth bass. Take it from the local anglers, Lake Jocassee is a must fish.
