Paris Mountain State Park

Paris Mountain State Park is a local gem that is easy to access. This park is filled with beautiful views, trails, and areas to relax & catch some sun rays. There is a beautiful lake to take a dip in & plenty for kids & adults to do. The $6 fee per vehicle is definitely worth it!

RV camping.We camped in our RV here for a few days in July. Aside from the standard hot and humid weather, the campground had ample shade and even a few miles of hiking and biking trails; though be forewarned there is NO mountain biking allowed on Saturdays.There is a small swimming beach at Lake Placid as well as kayak rentals during the busy season.The RV spots are a little tight to get into and you'll likely need some leveling. The road is windy, eroded in places and narrow, so extra caution needs to be taken in that area.A huge bonus is nearby access to the Swamp Rabbit Trail and the quaint town of Greenville. The campground is definitely rustic and the roads need some serious TLC, but that's expected in most State Parks ($) and the roads are abysmal in most places in SC.If you're looking to just chill, mountain bike, hike or an easy drive to Greenville or the Swamp Rabbit Trail for a couple days you've come to the right place

Great nature trails and awesome to go for a nature hike. Greenville has such amazing weather that you can enjoy it most of the year. The trails are not too crowded which is nice. It is amazing to go during the fall. I have a lot of fun when I go

Everyone's gone here, especially if you'd like to take a nice walk hike in the woods. I do see some kids swimming in the lake there but that's not something I plan to do great place to go in the fall when the leaves turn, but you knew that all ready

It's beautiful, and in my back yard! I love this place.Do yourself a favor and get a SC state park pass. It's $6 per person, but if you have a park pass the whole car gets in for free.Park passes are $100. Only $50 for seniors.

This park is lovely, but it was quite cold when we visited in February. I'm looking forward to returning when the weather is warmer. The picnic areas, camping facilities, and playgrounds are all well maintained.

Outside the bustling city of Greenville, SC lies in contemplative silence a vast array of trails, trees, winding roads, picnic areas, lakes, and camping sites. Commissioned during the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) era of the 1930's, Paris Mountain State Park rekindles a time when to leisure in nature was both a necessity and a privilege. And it's all yours for the small price of admission!We (ok, me) made a blunder and showed up a week early for our camping reservations made online, which underscores why I need a retreat. Ouch! The park staff at once went to work to find us a suitable work-around, and shortly thereafter, we were setting up camp for the next 5 days. Paula and the camp ranger, along with camp hosts Mary and her husband Butch--you did well. Ne'er a wrinkle crossed your brow. We appreciate your kindness and understanding!Since the camping areas were laid out in 1970, much has changed in modern camping. Little could they have imagined the gargantuan rigs used for camping today. While some sites accommodate these behemoths, it is better suited for smaller rigs (30' and smaller), or tenting. All the sites have electric and water, but almost none have full hookups for sewer.The entire park is hilly and windy, and caution is needed when meeting another vehicle on curves; otherwise, it's a graceful drive throughout the park. Lots of trails with good markings and a downloadable map that is broken into easy/moderate/hard levels along with mileage. Nice.Need a break before a breakdown occurs? Got the sun just a shining on my "Give 'em a whirl" meter. Vacate here.

$6/adult is a bit steep especially if you're only coming to hike (not swimming or camping). But I will say the park is well maintained and we enjoyed the Sulphur Springs Trail.

It was beautiful and there was so much to explore!! Definitely coming here again with the kids!

Serene place. Lovely lake which is open to swimmers in the summer. Four or so trails to choose from. If you go to the top of the mountain, the number of visitors drops. There is a lake full of fish at the top which is a mile from the road I'm told. I wonder if you can spend the night up there in a tent? Not sure. Prob not. Also the original dam falls is not to be missed.