waterways - York County

WATERWAYS
of York County
FORT MILL • ROCK HILL • TEGA CAY • YORK
Catawba River
The Catawba River is a 220-mile long tributary
of the Wateree River. Originating in the
Appalachian Mountains, the Catawba drains
into the Piedmont and is impounded through
a series of reservoirs for flood control and
hydroelectricity. As the river flows south
through the Lake Wylie reservoir, it forms an
approximately 10 mile border between North
and South Carolina.
The river is named after the Catawba tribe
of Native Americans. They were known in
their own language as the Kawahcatawbas,
“the people of the river.”
Today, the waterway is a natural resource
for both recreational and sporting uses and
provides a scenic backdrop for fishing, hiking,
paddling and camping.
LAKE WYLIE is the second oldest of the of
eleven lakes on the Catawba River Chain.
The lake has a surface area of approximately
13,443 acres with 325 miles of shoreline, and
stretches from the Mountain Island Dam
in North Carolina to the Wylie Dam on the
southern end of the lake. The average depth
of the lake is just over 20 feet.
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 Rentals & Tours  Fishing  Campgrounds
mbered locations listed on following pages
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Access Areas
From “canoe or kayak only” access to full-service
marinas, York County has a variety of ways to launch
your next adventure on the water!
CATAWBA RIVER LAUNCHES
 RIVER PARK
1782 Quality Circle, Rock Hill
(803) 329-5620
This 70-acre park along the
Catawba River includes a picnic
area, kayak/canoe launch,
outdoor classroom, and several
miles of scenic trails.
Hours Daily 8am–6pm Oct-Feb, 8am–8pm Mar–Sep
Admission FREE with use of park
 FORT MILL*
Gray Rock Road, below the Lake
Wylie Dam
No public restrooms.
Hours Daylight
Admission FREE
*Shallow water may limit launching large watercraft
LAKE WYLIE LAUNCHES
 ALLISON CREEK
Allison Creek Road, Lake Wylie
Public access.
No public restrooms.
Hours Daylight
Admission FREE
 BUSTER BOYD
Located in the middle of the
town of Lake Wylie, this access
is within walking distance to
several stores, marinas and
restaurants.
Admission FREE
 EBENEZER PARK
4490 Boatshore Road,
Rock Hill, SC
(803) 366-6620
Access to boating, fishing and
camping.
Hours Apr 1–Oct 31: 6am-dark,
Nov 1–Mar 31: 6am-6pm. After-hours pass available
for purchase, SC fishing license required.
Admission (Memorial Day–Labor Day) $3 per vehicle
for York Co. residents, $6 per non-resident vehicle, $1
for senior citizens, $7 for vehicles with 12+ passengers
 LAKE CLUB MARINA
4500 Harbor Inn Road, Rock Hill, SC
(803) 324-2232
Marina store, 118 in-water boat
slips (water, lights and electrical
for slips standard), gasoline
dock, wave runner slips with lifts.
 LAKE WYLIE MARINA
310 Blucher Circle, Lake Wylie,
SC 29710
(803) 831-2101
In-water marina with cover slips,
indoor dry stack boat storage
facility.
Hours 9am-6pm (Mon-Sat), 12pm-6pm (Sun)
 NIVENS CREEK
Dam Road, Fort Mill, SC
No public restrooms
Hours daylight
Admission FREE
 TEGA CAY MARINA
1 Marina Drive, Tega Cay, SC
(888) 820-9329
Store with snacks, boating
supplies, skiing accessories,
restrooms, full-time on site
management, gasoline dock,
free pump-out station, pontoon rentals and fishing
licenses available. Full-service marine repair.
Rentals & Tours
Enjoying the waterways
of York County is
always an exciting
option for solo or group
adventures. For those
who don't have the gear,
our area outfitters are
on hand to lend you the
equipment and expertise
to make your next trip
safe and satisfying
— call today for your
reservations.
EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
 Catawba River Expeditions
(803) 327-9335
Offering self-guided trips with
shuttle service along the Catawba
River Canoe and Kayak Trail in
York/Chester/Lancaster counties.
Kayak and canoe rentals are
also available for those that wish to arrange their own
itinerary. Reservations are required.
 Camp Canaan
3111 Sand Island Road,
Rock Hill, SC / (803) 327-6932
Providing guided canoe and
kayak tours with shuttle service
back to camp. Camp Canaan is
a private camp and hours are
restricted, call in advance for info and reservations.
 Lake Haigler
Anne Springs Close Greenway
250 Dairy Barn Lane,
Fort Mill, SC
(803) 548-7252
Beautiful Lake Haigler is nestled
within the Anne Springs Close
Greenway and spans 28 acres and is surrounded
by pines and hardwoods. Kayaks and canoes are
available for rent (during winter months they must be
reserved). Paddles and life jackets are provided.
 CITY OF ROCK HILL PARKS,
RECREATION & TOURISM
(803) 329-5632
Rock Hill PRT offers guided
kayak trips and classes on the
Catawba River and Lake Wylie.
Advanced registration required.
Visit www.rockhillrocks.com for more information or
call the number above to plan your next adventure
on the waterways of York County!
Newby? Book a guided tour and learn from the experts.
Fishing
The waters of both the
Catawba River and
Lake Wylie are filled
with bass, brim, catfish
and crappie making
it an ideal location
for local and national
fishing tournaments.
Buster Boyd Access
Area and Ebenezer Park
are both common sites
for fishing tournaments.
Neither site can be reserved to exclude the general
public. Event Organizers must receive approval from
York County to use Ebenezer Park.
Managed by Duke Energy, Buster Boyd Access Area
requires a special permit granted by Duke Energy and
the SC Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) for
approved used of the venue. Ebenezer Park is managed
and operated by York County and requires a special
permit granted by the SC Department of Natural
Resources (SCDNR) for approved use of the venue.
BAIT & TACKLE SHOPS
 Nichols Store
1980 Mount Holly Road, Rock Hill, SC
(803) 327-0500
Tue-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-6pm
 Sportsman, Inc
247 Hands Mill Highway, Rock Hill, SC
(803) 366-3466
Mon-Fri 8am-7:30pm, Sat 8am-6pm
 Catawba Tackle & Marine Co., Inc.
2317 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC
(803) 366-7998
 Ted’s Hunting and Fishing
203 North Main Street, Clover, SC
(803) 222-4647
 Pendleton’s Sporting Goods
5 Points, Bethel, SC
(803) 631-5410
FISHING License &
BOAT
REGISTRATION Information
There are no reciproc
al agreements betw
een
North and South Ca
rolina so individuals
are
advised to obtain the
appropriate licenses
and
registrations. Conta
ct the SC Departmen
t of
Natural Resources at
dnr.sc.gov and the No
rth
Carolina Wildlife Re
source Commission
at
ncwildlife.org.
Fish the same waters that the pros compete on...
Campgrounds
From rustic campgrounds
to fully air-conditioned
cabins, York County’s
lodging options are as
diverse as our waterways.
See visityorkcounty.com or
call us at the York County
CVB at (888) 702-1320 for
more information.
CAMPING FACILITIES
 CHARLOTTE-FORT MILL KOA
940 Gold Hill Road, Fort Mill, SC / (803) 548-1148
Full-service campground features 215 sites, a
pool, 2 bath houses, recreation director, minigolf, laundromat, LP gas, store, heated pavilion,
playground and game room for kids.
Hours Open year round
 CAROWINDS CAMP WILDERNESS RESORT
14523 Carowinds Blvd, Fort Mill, SC / (803) 548-5300
The 25-acre campground features nearly 200
sites and 15 rental cabins. Features include airconditioned cabins with kitchens and bathrooms,
pull-through sites with full hookups, 50 amp for
RV’s, spacious tenting sites, bathroom facility
with hot showers, laundry facilities, campground
store, swimming pool and play areas.
 EBENEZER PARK / ACCESS AREA
4490 Boatshore Road, Rock Hill, SC / (803) 366-6620
Pack a picnic and watch the sunset from lakeside
picnic shelters, or take to Lake Wylie for fishing and
recreational boating. Stay overnight at one of the
park’s 71 campsites which include water, electric and
sewer hook-ups. Operated by York County.
Hours Open daily from 6am to dark.
Fees Entrance fee Memorial Day–Labor Day. Season
parking passes available. $13/night for York Co.
residents, $15/night for non-residents, $10 for senior
citizens 60+ and disabled individuals.
 KINGS MOUNTAIN NATIONAL MILITARY PARK
2625 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC / (864) 936-7921
Enjoy primitive backcountry camping at one of
the Military Park’s 116 sites. Kings Mountain State
Park, adjacent to the military park, offers camping,
picnicking, hiking and horse trails, swimming, boat
rental and a living-history farm with 19th century
buildings. Several sites accommodate RVs up to
40 feet, 15 equestrian campsites and two handicap
accessible sites.
Hours Open year round
SAFETY ON THE WATER
For information on waterway laws and restrictions
please contact the following organizations:
SC Department of Natural
Resources
(803) 734-4002 Main office
(843) 661-4766 Regional office
dnr.sc.gov
York County Sheriff’s Office
(803) 628-3059
yorkcountysheriff.com
Call (888) 702-1320 for area information or visit a
SC Welcome Center for traveler assistance.
Funded by York County Hospitality Tax
visityorkcounty.com