Recreation Area
Molly's Rock Picnic Area
South Carolina
At a glance
- Facility type
- Facility
- Reservable
- No
- Coordinates
- 34.38790, -81.54290
Molly's Rock Picnic Area is a federal recreation site in South Carolina, listed in the Recreation Information Database (RIDB). It offers public water access for fishing and boating.
About Molly's Rock Picnic Area
Molly's Rock Picnic Area is a federal recreation area listed as a facility located in South Carolina.
The Molly’s Rock Picnic Area, built on the site of an old homestead, is located near a massive granite boulder known locally as Molly’s Rock. The origin of this name is uncertain because there are several different accounts of its source. The picnic shelter was constructed by the…
This facility is not reservable. For current fees, hours, and rules, check the official Recreation.gov listing before you visit — details can change seasonally.
This is a recreation facility entry. If you're specifically looking for boat launch ramps, marinas, or fishing piers, check whether this site offers water access and confirm locally.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Molly's Rock Picnic Area?
It is a federal recreation area (listed as a facility) in South Carolina.
Can I reserve this facility?
It is not reservable.
Where can I find fees, hours, and rules?
Check the official Recreation.gov listing for current details.
How do I get there?
From Interstate 26 and Highway 121 (exit 72 off interstate) drive north 5.3 miles. Turn right onto Old Whitmire Hwy. (County Rd. 81) drive 0.4 miles to stop sign. Turn right onto Hwy. 176 and drive 1.4 miles to Molly’s Rock entrance road, FS Rd. 387. Turn left onto FS Rd. 387 and drive 0.4 miles to entrance gate at Molly’s Rock Picnic Area.From Whitmire Junction Hwy. 176 & Hwy. 72, drive south 7.3 miles on Hwy. 121/176 to where Hwy. 176 turns off of Hwy. 121. Turn left onto Hwy. 176 and drive 2.20 miles. Turn left onto FS Rd. 387 and drive 0.4 miles to entrance gate at Molly’s Rock Picnic Area.
Is this a boat launch or fishing pier?
This is a general recreation facility. Check Recreation.gov or locally to confirm what water access it offers.