U.S. Forest Service - Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests

U.S. Forest Service - Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests The National Forest Foundation and the U.S. Forest Service present the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests page!

From the high country to the sea, the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests four ranger districts offer recreational activities as diverse as the South Carolina terrain. You might paddle and fish the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River or hike to a waterfall on the Andrew Pickens district, or perhaps mountain bike the epic Forks Area Trails System on the Long Cane. Saddle up and explore one of t

he popular horse trails maintained by each district, or unload your ATV or dirt bike and hone your skills on one of four OHV trails on the forests. The Intracoastal Waterway begs to be explored from Buck Hall boat launch on the Francis Marion, or perhaps you’d prefer to paddle, hunt or fish the three rivers on the Enoree Ranger District. Nine rifle ranges will help maintain your aim for hunting season. There are hiking trails, campgrounds and picnic areas, a human-made shell ring built 4000 years ago, fishing rodeos and waterfowl hunts for youths and disabled visitors, and an environmental education center that sponsors monthly programs for kids and adults to share the wonders of both the national forest and Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge.

Due to a forest restoration project, the following trails which are part of the Woods Ferry Horse Trail on the Enoree Ra...
06/09/2026

Due to a forest restoration project, the following trails which are part of the Woods Ferry Horse Trail on the Enoree Ranger District are temporarily closed until further notice:
- The green trail (340E)
- The orange trail (340F) is closed from its junction with the red trail (340H) (approximately milepost 1.3) to its southern terminus at the junction with the yellow trail (340B) at milepost 5.5.

06/03/2026
National Trails Day® is just around the corner on Saturday, June 6 — have you found an event near you yet?Check out loca...
06/03/2026

National Trails Day® is just around the corner on Saturday, June 6 — have you found an event near you yet?

Check out local events happening in your area, or create your own! bit.ly/trails-day

National Trails Day® is the perfect opportunity to get outdoors, connect with your community, and give back to the trails you love. Together, we can make a lasting impact!

Don’t forget to take the pledge and tag and in your trail photos and videos on Instagram on June 6 for a chance to win amazing outdoor gear prizes.

American Hiking Society's National Trails Day is a day of service for hometown trails and the people who love them - June 6, 2026

This Saturday (June 6, 2026) join us for a kids fishing derby from 9 a.m. to noon at Burrell's Ford Campground off Highw...
06/03/2026

This Saturday (June 6, 2026) join us for a kids fishing derby from 9 a.m. to noon at Burrell's Ford Campground off Highway 107. This is a free event for kids 12 and under. Kids must be accompanied by an adult and bring their own equipment. Staff will be available to help and give fishing tips. For more information call Andrew Pickens Ranger District at 864-638-9568.

Sponsored by Chattooga River Chapter Trout Unlimited, Chattooga River Fly Shop and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.

Join us for a kids fishing derby on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 9 a.m. to noon at Burrell's Ford Campground off Highway ...
05/17/2026

Join us for a kids fishing derby on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 9 a.m. to noon at Burrell's Ford Campground off Highway 107. This is a free event for kids 12 and under. Kids must be accompanied by an adult and bring their own equipment. Staff will be available to help and give fishing tips. For more information call Andrew Pickens Ranger District at 864-638-9568.

Sponsored by Chattooga River Fly Shop, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and Chattooga River Chapter Trout Unlimited.

05/15/2026

Today, the Forest Service announced $80 million in funding for 15 projects that will permanently conserve more than 34,000 acres of private and economically important forested areas across the United States. The Forest Legacy program is using Land and Water Conservation Funds to invest in forests most critical to the economic and social fabric of local communities to keep working forests working! https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/newsroom/releases/forest-service-invests-80m-forest-legacy-conservation

Join us tomorrow at Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area!
05/15/2026

Join us tomorrow at Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area!

We are thrilled to invite you to the annual Jimmy Shay Memorial Fishing Rodeo at the beautiful Lick Fork Lake on May 16, 2026! This is a rain or shine event. 🌧️ ⛅️ ☀️

🐟 FREE fishing and FREE door prizes for children aged 12 and under!
🐟 FREE lunch for all!

Don’t forget to share this with your friends and let’s spread the word!

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4931 Broad River Road
Columbia, SC
29212

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Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

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