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    Oconee State Park swimming area

    Oconee State Park, Walhalla, South CarolinaLake on Oconee State Park lakeSeasonal swimming

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    Oconee State Park has a designated swimming area in its 20-acre lake.

    Water
    Lake, Oconee State Park lake
    Entry
    Free with admission to the park.
    Swim hours
    The swimming area opens at 11:00 a.m.; it usually operates Tuesday to Sunday and is closed on Mondays except major holidays.
    Facilities
    Bathhouse, restrooms, changing rooms, playground
    Lifeguard
    No lifeguard on duty.
    Managed by
    South Carolina State Parks

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    The swimming area is at Oconee State Park, near the park lake.

    34.8645, -83.1014

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Swim at your own risk.
    • Wear life jackets when using boats.

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    Questions about Oconee State Park swimming area

    Can you swim at Oconee State Park swimming area?

    Yes. Swimming is permitted in the designated area of Oconee State Park’s lake. The swimming area is seasonal and has no lifeguard.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Oconee State Park swimming area?

    Free with admission to the park.

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