Natural swimming hole
Calhoun Falls State Park - Lake Russell
Lake · South Carolina
About this swimming hole
Calhoun Falls State Park sits on pine-covered points extending into Lake Russell (Richard B. Russell Lake) on the Savannah River. The official park FAQ confirms lake swimming in a designated swimming area, and day-use visitors get a natural swimming beach. Park information describes a large swimming area with a sandy beach, showers, restrooms and changing facilities.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | Designated swimming area at the park's natural sandy beach; no depth published by the park |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | $3 adults; $1 children age 6-15; free for children 5 and under |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 6 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, extended to 9 p.m. during daylight saving time; office 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Parking | Day-use beach parking on Maintenance Shop Road inside the park |
| Amenities | restrooms, campground, picnic tables |
| County | Abbeville County |
| Nearest town | Calhoun Falls |
| Safety notes | No lifeguards on duty; swim at your own risk and only in the designated swimming area |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Calhoun Falls State Park - Lake Russell?
Yes — Calhoun Falls State Park - Lake Russell is listed as a natural swimming spot in South Carolina. Heads-up: No lifeguards on duty; swim at your own risk and only in the designated swimming area. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Calhoun Falls State Park - Lake Russell require reservations?
No reservations are required at Calhoun Falls State Park - Lake Russell based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Calhoun Falls State Park - Lake Russell?
Reported fee info: $3 adults; $1 children age 6-15; free for children 5 and under. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Calhoun Falls State Park - Lake Russell?
The best season is typically May-September.