Jones Gap State Park

South Carolina State Park · Greenville County

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Parking reservations are required for guaranteed entry on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from 9am-1pm. Outside of this parking is first-come first-serve.

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We expect high rates of visitation all week long during the months of October to November and have very limited parking. Roadside parking is not allowed. We thank you for your patience in our busy season.
Trails close one hour before sunset, daily. Hikers are required to fill out a registration card at the trailhead. All trails regardless of difficulty rating are considered advanced hiking trails. Please exercise caution and have an emergency preparedness plan. Phone service is unavailable at the park.
Camping is by permit only. Campers must check in at the Ranger Station before proceeding to your campsite.

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Entrance fee$6 / adult

CountyGreenville

CampingYes

RV hookupsPrimitive only

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Jones Gap State Park entrance fee

$6 per adult — $6 adults; $3.75 SC seniors (age 65 & older); $3.50 children ages 6-15; ages 5 and under, free.

Jones Gap State Park hours

9AM to 6PM, Daily

Extended to 9AM to 8PM during Daylight Savings time.

Trails close one hour before dark, year-round.

Hours as published by SC State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Jones Gap State Park

A deep mountain cove on the Middle Saluda, South Carolina's first state-designated scenic river, with trails to Rainbow Falls and Jones Gap Falls. Eighteen backcountry campsites and a trout pond on the site of the state's oldest fish hatchery.