Chattooga Picnic Area and Fishing Pier
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, the stone and timber picnic shelter at this site provides a cool spot to hide from the summer heat. A curving boardwalk winds through the cool streamside forest, allowing one to stop and rest or fish at the fishing pier. In this forest, you will see some of the state’s largest and oldest white pine and hemlock trees.
Surrounding area: Visitors who want to stay longer may like to see the adjacent Walhalla State Fish Hatchery. Witness the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources fisheries management practices as fish swim the runs. More than 200,000 pounds of brown and rainbow trout are produced each year to stock the Chattooga River, Lake Jocassee and many streams in Oconee, Pickens and Greenville counties.
If you’re looking for a more serene environment, you can access the East Fork Trail leading into the Ellicot Rock Wilderness from the picnic area. Consult the Andrew Pickens Ranger District for information on the wilderness area and to purchase a trail guide. (more)
General Information
All year
6 am to 10 pm (year round)
A valid South Carolina fishing license is required to fish on the national forests. The U.S. Forest Service does not issue any licenses or permits for hunting or fishing. Please visit the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Web site for license and regulations information.
Always practice safe water habits. Valid SC fishing license required
No Fees are required for this site.
leashed pets are welcome
Contact Name: Andrew Pickens Ranger District
Contact Phone: 864-638-9568
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 34.98546839
Longitude: -83.07207414
Directions
North of Oconee State Park on Highway 107. Follow signs to the Walhalla State Fish Hatchery.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
