A Beautiful Place to Live

Whether you’re a hunter, fisherman, athletic enthusiast, boater or just a nature buff, Barnwell County may be just the place for you.

The county features prevalent rural settings brimming with deer, ducks, turkeys and many other species, each with their own hunting season.

Fishing is as close as a short walk for most residents. Fishermen have many choices of local waters from which to wet their hooks.

From the popular Lake Edgar Brown and many small creeks, to the expansive and beautiful Savannah River, those who love the water will find many options in Barnwell County.

Barnwell State Park is a favorite among locals and guests alike. Situated off Highway 3 near Blackville, the park offers nature trails, picnic areas, swimming area, fishing spots, boat rentals, a playground, and cabins and campgrounds to rent. The community building is a popular spot for parties, weddings and other events. The park is open from 9 a.m. to dark daily.

A few miles away from the park on Springs Court in Blackville is God’s Acre Healing Springs. It’s a great spot to enjoy a cold, refreshing glass of water. Native Americans who lived near this site believed the waters were sacred and had healing properties. People flock to the springs from all over the state to fill up jugs and bottles with the water.

Knowledge Is Power

Water flows from the spigots at Healing Springs at God’s Acre in Blackville. People have thought the natural springs have supernatural healing powers ever since four gravely wounded British soldiers recovered after drinking from them in 1781.

Public Parks

BARNWELL

• Collins Park

• Lemon Park

• Darnell Park

• Fuller Park

• Jack Phillips Park • Lake Edgar Brown

• Veterans Memorial Park • Kilkenny Park

To reserve a park in Barnwell, call (803) 259-3317.

BLACKVILLE

•Barnwell State Park

For reservations, call (803) 284-2212.

•Healing Springs

SNELLING

•Snelling Town Park

For reservations, call 259-1464.

WILLISTON

•Williston Town Park

For reservations, Town Hall at (803) 266-7015.

•Library Park