National Forests

Sumter National Forest

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.

Plan Your Visit

Getting There & Details

Hours
Admissions: $5-7/night camping fee, depending on campsite
Address
810 Buncombe STEdgefield,SC 29824
Phone
(803) 637-5396
Website
www.fs.fed.us/r8/fms/forest/recreation
Map
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While You're in Edgefield

More Things to Do

Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Edgefield County Hospital

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Edgefield Heritage Jubilee Festival

Historic Edgefield's Heritage Jubilee features a barbeque cook-off, carnival rides, motorcycle show, arts and crafts…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Heritage Jubilee

Our Heritage Jubilee offers a wildlife cook-off, pig-pickin', classic car show, motorcycle show, entertainment, food…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Edgefield Inn

Convenient to Historic Edgefield Town Square/Archives. Two story brick, white columns. 46 rooms.

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