Established in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this 276 acre park is full of large pines and old-growth hardwoods and contains miles of hiking, biking, and equestrians trails. Rocky Branch Creek flows through several sections of the park providing a tranquil experience for those who venture the trails.
LYNCH'S WOODS PARK UPDATES (9/5/25):
NOTICE: Lynch's Woods Park will be OPEN Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, and Monday, Sept. 8, 2025 from dawn to dusk to foot, bicycle, and equestrian traffic. Only authorized vehicles are allowed in the park at this time. The park will return to modified hours on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. This is to allow the contractor to return to work and finish work now that major road damage repairs have been completed. Those modified hours are listed below. Updates will be provided as they become available.
Modified Hours (beginning 9/9/25 until further notice):
OPEN Monday - Thursday 5 PM to Dusk, Friday 3 PM to Dusk, Saturday & Sunday Dawn to Dusk
The park remains closed to vehicular traffic.
There is ample parking in the main lot directly behind the Sheriff's Office.
Please use caution as you move through the park and report any issues to 803-924-8328. Stay hydrated!
Park Highlights
- 1 mile designated TRACK trail for kids and their families; TRACK your adventure on Kids in Parks website to receive a sticker.
- 7.5 miles of hiking and bicycling trails with twisting turns, short hills, and intricate creek crossings; bicycle trails are considered intermediate.
- 6.1 miles of equestrian trails that offer a peaceful experience surrounded by nature.
- 4 mile section of the Palmetto Trail – Lynch’s Woods Passage – “Gateway to the Upstate.”
- 4.25 mile gravel road that loops around the park. - CLOSED TO VEHICLES; OPEN TO HIKERS, BICYCLISTS, EQUESTRIANS
- Open year round from dawn to dusk weather and conditions permitting. Feel free to call or text before visiting: 803-924-8328.
- NO overnight camping permitted. NO fires or open flame permitted.
- Restroom available (basic pit toilet style).
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