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River Forks Recreation Area

Park · Anderson, South Carolina

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 36 ft³/s
  • Gage height 3.90 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge EIGHTEENMILE CREEK BELOW PENDLETON, SC (11.8 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:15 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 02186702, as of Oct 20, 5:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 31 ft³/s over 14 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 5:15 AM gauge-local time

No official beach-advisory feed for South Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Cool todayBarbecue 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

46°F, Clear · H 76° / L 46° · 2% chance of rain
H: 76° L: 46°
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Feels like 44°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
58%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
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9 AM
Sunny
53°
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Overcast
76°
6 PM
Cloudy
69°
9 PM
Clear
58°

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?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
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.

Location & Contact

710 River Forks Rd, Anderson, SC 29626

Anderson, South Carolina 29626

Popular Times
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💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

People Talk About

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

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair 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
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