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Info for RVers... |
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...from a fulltime RVer |
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Dreher
Island State Recreation Area
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Prosperity,
S. Carolina
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S.
Carolina Pages
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Dreher Island State Recreation Area was the first park I wanted to stay at in South Carolina because it was closest to my brother and sister-in-heart's new home in Chapin and I was looking forward to seeing them again. My brother always wanted to live by the lake and he researched dozens of areas before deciding that South Carolina's Lake Murray was the place for them. Once I saw this sparkling gem, I could see why! |
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Here's
a preview in the form of a protected cove as seen from the Visitor's
Center. You could enjoy a picnic lunch here at the end of a short
boardwalk.
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A
typical view of the lake and islands in the background seen from
Area B Campground. You can primitive camp on any island on the lake
at no charge and a lot of boaters take advantage of that great deal.
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A
peaceful, quiet inlet cove at the bend of Area B Campground.
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I
met Bill Schmidt at the boat ramp for the fish tournaments. I kidded
him about his high-tech fishing rig. He caught this prize sunfish
just as I walked up and he joked that I brought him good luck. I
really laughed when I told him that apparently I am the Sunfish
Goddess, because my neighbor
at Lake Catherine caught one when I approached him for an interview.
Bill was camping in Area A and what was really funny was that I
had just met his wife when I drove through there taking pictures.
You can see their campsite in Area
A, along with their comments about Dreher Island.
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Things to Do - Fishing info: Several species of bass including largemouth and stripers, catfish, bream, crappie and yellow perch. A valid South Carolina fishing license is required, which can be obtained from the park's tackle shop. Day Use Fee: $2.00 (except registered campers). $1.25 for SC Senior Citizens (65+) and disabled. Shopping - There's a small store on State Park Road called The Station 2, less than 2 miles from the park entrance. They have basic groceries, fishing supplies, firewood, gasoline, diesel, and propane - also prepared food fare such as pizza, hot dogs, pulled pork BBQ for eat-in or take-out. I met the owner, Angela, and clerk, Vicki, who were both very friendly and helpful. Phone: 803-364-2967; Hours: Mon-Sat from 5:30 am - 8:00 pm and Sunday closes at 6:00 pm. Bigger selection of limited shopping and restaurants is in small town of Chapin (11 miles). Columbia is closest larger town (30 miles) with Wal-Mart, etc. |
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