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River Forks Recreation Area

Park · Anderson, South Carolina

Hot — visit earlyBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance
Editor's Notes
A park in Anderson, South Carolina. Visitors come for hiking and picnicking; restrooms, picnic tables, grills, slides, swings and a playground on site. The site is wheelchair-accessible, dog-friendly and kid-friendly.

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Weather at River Forks Recreation Area

H: 99° L: 73°
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95°
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Feels like 96°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
38%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
9
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
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78°
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76°
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9 AM
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12 PM
Partly Cloudy
89°
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99°
6 PM
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97°
9 PM
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87°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is River Forks Recreation Area?
River Forks Recreation Area is a park in Anderson, South Carolina.
Can you swim at River Forks Recreation Area?
There is no fixed answer for River Forks Recreation Area: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at River Forks Recreation Area in Anderson, South Carolina. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is River Forks Recreation Area rated?
River Forks Recreation Area in Anderson, South Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 210 reviews.

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Very warm - visit early morning or evening
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  • Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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  • Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
Best Seasons:
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Location & Contact

710 River Forks Rd, Anderson, SC 29626

Anderson, South Carolina 29626

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People Talk About

💬 swim💬 clean💬 lake💬 boat ramp💬 grills💬 picnic💬 price💬 walk💬 scenery💬 construction

Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground