Lake Waccamaw State Park
The campground is open and accepting reservations. A statewide burn ban is in effect at all NC state parks until further notice, prohibiting campfires and wood/charcoal use. Campers should bring portable gas stoves for cooking. Park gates close at posted times with no re-entry permitted.
Flood Watch issued October 11 at 2:02AM EDT until October 11 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast North Carolina, including the following areas, Coastal Brunswick, Coastal New Hanover, Coastal Pender, Columbus, Inland Brunswick, Inland New Hanover and Inland Pender and northeast South Carolina, including the following areas, Central Horry, Coastal Georgetown, Coastal Horry, Inland Georgetown and Northern Horry. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Tropical moisture continues to overspread the area this morning, with showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall at times. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected with the highest totals likely in the Cape Fear area. A few areas could receive up to 6 inches in thunderstorms, mainly tonight. This excessive rainfall could lead to flooding, especially in flood prone and low-lying areas. - weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Lake Waccamaw State Park protects one of North Carolina's most remarkable natural features: a Carolina bay lake with an unusually high pH that supports endemic species found nowhere else. The 9,000-acre lake is the largest of the Carolina bays and serves as headwaters for the 150-mile Waccamaw River. The park provides habitat for Venus flytraps, American alligators, and numerous rare aquatic species. The campground offers five primitive hike-in sites nestled beneath mature trees near the lake. Sites are group-oriented, accommodating between 6 and 35 campers depending on location. Each site has picnic tables, fire rings, and charcoal grills. Pit toilets are located nearby but there is no water or electricity at individual sites. All campers must check in at the visitor center before occupying a site and display a parking pass for overnight parking. The park features over 10 miles of hiking trails, two boat ramps, lakeside boardwalks, and a visitor center with exhibits about the lake's unique ecology. Fishing and paddling offer excellent opportunities to explore the lake's diverse aquatic life.
Directions
From Wilmington, travel west approximately 40 miles. The park is located at 1866 State Park Drive, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450 in Columbus County.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $17 - $175 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| lake.waccamaw@ncparks.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (910) 646-4748 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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