Goodale State Park

Category: State park

Address: 650 State Rd S-28-331, Camden, SC 29020, USA

Phone: +18034322772

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–6PM

Monday: 9AM–6PM

Tuesday: 9AM–6PM

Wednesday: 9AM–6PM

Thursday: 9AM–6PM

Friday: 9AM–6PM

Saturday: 9AM–6PM

Reviews

Chuck Hill

Apr 15, 2022

Great time on the canoe trail with the family! There were parts that were a little tight for a full canoe, but definitely manageable. Just make sure to keep looking out for the trail makers, it's easy to miss some of them.

Jose Castro

Apr 3, 2022

Super relaxing park, it's perfect for peace of mind and just to unwind. Plenty of space to grill or just sit and look at the water.

Stanislav Lehaiev

Feb 22, 2022

The park has an amazing 3 mi canoe trail (out & back). It’s very calm and unwinding place without crowds of people. I rented kayak right from the park office. They also have canoes for rent. But be careful, it looks you can only rent kayaks/canoes during very short office open hours. I recommend to call the park’s office before visiting if plan to rent.

Philip Boatwright

Jan 16, 2022

Nice trail around the lake, a lot of people fishing along the banks.

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Questions & Answers

Are dogs allowed there?

Daisy Lopez | Feb 15, 2020
Audrey Ateca | Feb 16, 2020

Yes on a leash

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Do they have a boat ramp at all ? Coming from Spartanburg , SC with a two man boat and trolling motor — Thank you for any help 👍🏻

Brent robertson | Feb 12, 2022
Jim Long | Feb 13, 2022

You can drive to the spillway and launch your boat there. It will be easy for a jon boats, canoe, kayaks. Don't block the access for others though.

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is metal detecting allowed?

blue yoshi boi | Sep 17, 2021
Vicki Truett | Sep 18, 2021

Regulations at State Parks are that everything is to remain as it was prior to your arrival. "Remove nothing and leave only footprints" I would take that to mean digging would not be allowed but to be certain, ask a Senior Park Ranger about their state's regulations.

How much of the park is wheel chair accessible?

carlene medlin | Jun 19, 2021
Beth Henry | Jun 20, 2021

Not very much no concrete except into the store and restrooms.....the path to the picnic area may be smooth enough to push a wheelchair

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Can you camp with a small camper

Scott Pope | Jun 19, 2021
Hausx4Overland 93burban | Jun 20, 2021

No campground at this one

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Is it safe to eat the fish that are caught?

David Catron | Feb 14, 2021
t dub | Feb 15, 2021

People do. I haven't.

Do you need a park permit to fish? Is there a fee?

grady allen | Feb 15, 2020
Jim Long | Feb 16, 2020

There is a box for park admission and parking pass. It is on the honor system, please ... The park boats are for rent. You can launch private boats, with electric trolling motors and paddles, life jackets must be on board or fish from the bank.

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Can you fish here

Linzay Davis | Feb 15, 2020
Sunny Scott | Feb 16, 2020

Yes. Would check with the Rangers about license needed .

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Are dogs allowed?

Daisy Lopez | Feb 15, 2020
Debra Poore | Feb 16, 2020

Yes absolutely on a leash

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Is there a grill at the picnic shelters?

Meredith Carpenter | Feb 15, 2020
Archery Boyz | Feb 16, 2020

Yes its 2 of them

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Can you rent a canoe?

Angela Talbert | Feb 15, 2020
Kara Tolliver | Feb 16, 2020

The website says you can but I haven't ever really seen anywhere to rent one from all the times that I have been.

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Can you fish at the park

Antonio White | Feb 15, 2020
Southern Couple | Feb 16, 2020

Yes you can 🐟

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Can you fish

Chavorrius Wade | Feb 15, 2020
Brendan Sturgeon | Feb 16, 2020

Hi Chavorrius Yes You Can Fish But You Must Have A Valid Permit To Do So

do this place have any fees and i need this question answered ASAP

Sarah Brown | Feb 15, 2020
Rebecca Santa Cruz-Craig | Feb 16, 2020

No fees

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Is swimming still allowed?

Gregory Sumpter | Feb 15, 2020
Jason Rader | Feb 16, 2020

I don't think so, but I do know that there is 1 or more gators living there.

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Are sites full hookup?

Robert Ivey | Feb 15, 2019
Deb Garrett | Feb 16, 2019

From their website ..."The park has two picnic shelters and a community building that can be reserved and are popular with groups.  The picnic shelters accommodate up to 45 people each.  The community building accommodates up to 60 people." .... no camping.

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Can you fish there?

Alexo Martinez | Feb 15, 2019
Mitch Patrick | Feb 16, 2019

Yes fishing is allowed. You can also rent rowboats. https://southcarolinaparks.com/goodale/top-5

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Is there alligators in this pond?

Melvin Jackson | Feb 15, 2020
George Conaway | Feb 16, 2020

Yes. One of them is 12 ft. They call him Elvis.

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Can you bring your own kawak? Or do you have to rent them there?

Donita Arender | Feb 15, 2019
Bret Koelling | Feb 16, 2019

Make sure you drive around to the back part, a lot easier to put on than if you park in the parking lot.

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How are the mosquitoes here?

Dawn Pitillo | Feb 15, 2019
Terry McDonald | Feb 16, 2019

Something with high percentage of deet is best. Spray on a hat, legs and arms. Helps with ticks also.

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wanting to rent shelter for a family party would like to have the one in the open space for SUNDAY APRIL 29TH 11AM. And would like to know the coat please. this is for good all state park Camden S.C

Geri Mims | Feb 15, 2019
Katie Ratcliff | Feb 16, 2019

You'll have to reserve it and check availability through the south carolina state parks website. The open shelters are usually first come first serve, but I think they can be reserved. The building with the kitchen and bathrooms is a reservation only

Does anyone know how many tables are in the community building??

Jessica Taylor | Feb 15, 2018
Katie Ratcliff | Feb 16, 2018

I think it was around 11 when we rented. Max occupancy is 60

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