Online registration for programs at South Carolina State Parks. Select a program from the list below to register.
Edisto Beach
Want to get into fishing but don’t know how? We've got you covered!
Chester
Enjoy a leisurely paddle and learn the history of Chester State Park with a Park Ranger.
Hunting Island
Discover the beauty of Hunting Island after the sun goes down with this special after-hours hike!
Lake Wateree
Embark on a 1.6-mile kayaking adventure amidst the stunning landscapes of Lake Wateree with our experienced park rangers
Rivers Bridge
A short PowerPoint presentation on how death and the dead were handled on and off the battlefield during the Civil War
Croft
Join us for an evening paddle with park staff on scenic Lake Craig. During this 90-min. paddling trip we will watch the sun slowly set, and as dusk descends, we will see the first stars of the evening.
Paris Mountain
Join Ranger Madison May 24, 9–11am for a creek hike to explore water critters—bring water shoes or borrow from the park!
The program invites the public to learn, observe, and recognize various animal tracks and habitats.
This FREE, all ages program delves into the iconic Victorian Ladies hand fan, including its secret language.
Join a guided beach walk to observe and identify coastal birds and to look for new sea turtle activity that we may have!
A FREE presentation for all ages about Women during the Civil War
May Forest
See May Forest in a whole new light. Learn how this one of a kind state park went from convent to park.
FREE, all ages, demonstrates all the clothing worn by ladies at the start of the Civil War
Aiken
Discovering Local History of Aiken State Park led by Dr. Walter Curry
Huntington Beach
Go one-on-one with the blue crab, a voracious salt marsh predator and seafood delicacy! We will use hand lines and dip nets to pursue these “beautiful swimmers” and learn about their ecology. Wear shoes that can get wet and muddy! This is a catch and release program. Bait will be provided. Meet at Oyster Landing. $5/crabbing rig. * Purchase tickets online or at the Nature Center NO LATER than 1 hour prior to program.
Learn the traditional art of gyotaku, also known as fish printing. Originally invented over a hundred years ago as a way for Japanese fishermen to make a record of their catches, it is now a unique way to make a souvenir of your visit to the beach! We'll provide authentic replicas of a variety of fish species, fabric paints, smocks, brushes, and paper. Bring a T-shirt to print for the best experience!
Myrtle Beach
Test your luck from the fishing pier as we try to catch a variety of crabs, fish and many other critters.
Sesquicentennial
Explore all things wild in this fun summer adventure for kids!
Join a ranger on a hike to Mountain Creek, searching for animals and their homes! Wade into the creek and search for dragonfly nymphs, salamanders, and other animals that call Paris Mountain home. In the park lab, see what the animals look like under a microscope (the animals will be returned home to the creek afterward).
Take a chilling tour of Atalaya as you listen to some of the strange stories of local coastal folklore.
Join Edisto Beach State Park for a one of a kind experience. As one of the few areas in South Carolina permitted by SCDNR to lead educational sea turtle night walks, you might have the chance to see a sea turtle crawl and nest on the beach. *Please note: due to the duration, time of night, and difficulty of terrain, these walks are not recommended for children younger than 11 years old. The age limit is strictly enforced.
Lee
Make your own TREE-mendous art!
Musgrove Mill
Join us every first Saturday of the month for a Ranger Guided Hike of our 1.5 mile Battlefield Trail.
Kings Mountain
Kayak Fishing Tournament at Kings Mountain State Park
Join us to explore Croft State Park's military background about bunkers, fox holes, and more! We will take a step back in history to observe WWII training and military protocols.
Cheraw
Kayaking 101
Join the Battle of Musgrove Mill State Historic Site for a unique two-hour Ranger guided hike of an undeveloped Revolutionary War battlefield. (Hike takes place at Blackstock Battlefield State Historic: Site Address: 568 Monument Road, Enoree, SC 29335)
Creek wildlife can be amazing and diverse. Take a journey to explore Fairforest Creek in search of all we have here to offer. The chance to see and learn about vertebrates like fish, reptiles and amphibians to the invertebrates that call Croft home! This interactive program will allow for getting your feet wet and enjoy field sampling!
Prescribed burn program
Oconee
Watch the sunset from the lake at Oconee State Park. All equipment is included in the program cost.
Hike with a Ranger at Lake Wateree State Park
Explore the field of geology with us at Croft State Park! This fun adventure includes learning about the rocks while getting your feet wet in the summer heat!
In this beginner level program, we'll learn to tie several simple, practical, and historic knots to level up our skills!
Save money by learning how to repair (Darn) your own socks.
Join us for the Fairforest 5K race at Croft State Park.
Camping 101 Program
Let’s go mothing!
Table Rock
Compass and Land Navigation Program
Learn how to use hand lines and dip nets to pursue the cunning and delicious blue crab during this sporting and fun catch-and-release program!
Lake Greenwood
Fishing 101 Program with SCDNR and SC State Parks
Come and join us on the 245th Anniversary of the Battle of Musgrove Mill for a special Ranger Guided Battlefield Hike!
Santee
Birding 101 Program
Hoot hoot hoot...whinny...
Poinsett
Hiking 101 Program
Hickory Knob
Join us for The Spooktacular Pumpkin Carving Party on October 25, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. in the Great Room at Hickory Knob State Resort Park.
Want to spend the night in the Atalaya castle? Well, here is your chance! Join us for a night of fun-filled adventure! Activities include s’mores & ghost stories by the campfire, a house tour, a scavenger hunt, a nighttime beach walk, morning wildlife walk and much more. Dinner and continental breakfast are included.
Come and join us on the 245thAnniversary of the Battle of Blackstocks for a special Ranger Guided Battlefield Hike!
Get into the Christmas Spirit with an exhilarating 5K run through Sesquicentennial State Park!
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