LAKES The great outdoors of Oconee County offers endless opportunities for all ages — whether you’re interested in just whiling away the time or your enthusiasm for outdoor activities is boundless. If you’ve visited or live in the area, then you no doubt are familiar with Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee and know of their reputations for pristine waters, endless mountain views, and lots of room for all forms of water activity. With over 300 miles of shoreline on Lake Keowee and 90 miles on the more secluded Lake Jocassee, even the most beautiful days allow for plenty of room to enjoy the water. At the southern end of the county is Lake Hartwell, one of the Southeast’s largest and most popular public recreation lakes, often referred to as “the Great Lake of the South.” No matter which of these incredible lakes you choose to visit, it is always a good idea to peruse the website, www. dnr.sc.gov/ regulations, at the beginning of each season. Several regulations are specific to age and you’ll want to make sure your family Visit Oconee SC
members are aware of wake zones, sunset rules, fishing regulations and the like. Lake Keowee Lake Keowee is generally more accessible, as well as more developed, with public boat ramps maintained by both the Oconee County Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism and Duke Energy. There is public access at various places on the lake. Keowee’s north end offers cooler water and a closer view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Northern access points: • Mile Creek Park • Crow Creek Access Area • Keowee Towne Landing • Fall Creek Access Southern access points: • South Cove County Park • Cane Creek Access • High Falls County Park • Stamp Creek Access Area • Keowee Marina • Warpath Access Area Visitors Guide • 33
