Natural swimming hole
Poinsett State Park - Old Levi Mill Lake
Lake · South Carolina
About this swimming hole
Poinsett State Park, nicknamed the Mountains of the Midlands, has a designated swimming area on its 10-acre Old Levi Mill Lake. The official park page lists swimming from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, swim at your own risk. The swimming area is currently closed for the season (park advisory) - verify reopening for the Memorial Day season before visiting.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | Designated swimming area on the 10-acre lake; no depth published by the park |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | $3 adults; $1 children age 6 and older (2026 reporting) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours; swimming area open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend only - currently closed for the season, verify reopening |
| Parking | Park lots on Poinsett Park Road near the park office and lake |
| Amenities | campground, picnic tables |
| County | Sumter County |
| Nearest town | Wedgefield |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard on duty; swim at your own risk; swimming area currently closed for the season per park advisory - verify reopening before visiting |
Map
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 Poinsett State Park - Old Levi Mill Lake?
Yes — Poinsett State Park - Old Levi Mill Lake is listed as a natural swimming spot in South Carolina. Heads-up: No lifeguard on duty; swim at your own risk; swimming area currently closed for the season per park advisory - verify reopening before visiting. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Poinsett State Park - Old Levi Mill Lake require reservations?
No reservations are required at Poinsett State Park - Old Levi Mill Lake based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Poinsett State Park - Old Levi Mill Lake?
Reported fee info: $3 adults; $1 children age 6 and older (2026 reporting). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Poinsett State Park - Old Levi Mill Lake?
The best season is typically May-September.