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Wildlife and green space, hiking and biking trails, and tranquil solitude are always close at hand in this 118,529-acre woodland that borders Thurmond Lake. A number of state parks and recreational areas provide avenues for all types of outdoor recreation.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Oakley Park

Historic Oakley Park was built in 1835

Edgefield, SC Park

Magnolia Dale

Built c. 1830, Magnolia Dale was the home of South Carolina Lt. Gov. James H. Tillman. It now serves as the headquarters for the Edgefield County Historical Society. The Strom Thurmond room contains memorabilia that traces the career of this former governor, statesman and the country'

Edgefield, SC Other Attractions


Lick Fork Sumter National Forest

Camping, mountain biking, hiking, fishing (accessible pier), boating (non-motorized), swimming (bath house) and picnicking (shelter). Day use - closed December 15th - March 30th

Edgefield, SC National Forests


Things to do near Edgefield, SC

Parson's Mountain Recreation Area

Handicap accessible day use area, and fishing pier. Picnic area has tables grills, and group shelter. Bath house with flush...

Bettis Academy

Rev. Alexander Bettis, a former slave who could read but couldn't write, established Bettis Academy in 1882 to provide educat...

Parson's Mt (National Forest)

Camping, hiking , fishing and boating (non-motorized), swimming (bath house), and picnicking (shelter). Nearby OHV tra...

Edgefield County Chamber Of Commerce & Edgefield County Peach Museum

Located in historic downtown Johnston, but covering all of Edgefield County. A true picture of Southern Historical Charm.......

Dickens Holiday Weekend

Annual three-day event, second weekend in November, with Dicken's Victorian Christmas theme to kick off Chrstmas shopping sea...