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LAKE JOCASSEE

Lake Jocassee is a 9,000-acre, 385-foot deep reservoir located in northwest South Carolina. It was created by Duke Power in 1973 for the purpose of generating hydroelectric power. The lake is commonly known for the clean and cold Appalac...

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JOCASSEE GORGES

The Jocassee Gorges was recently named one of "50 of the World’s Last Great Places—Destinations of a Lifetime" in a special edition of National Geographic magazine. “National Geographic's special recognition of Jocassee Gorges is quite a...

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April 1, 2024

LOON CAMP is done for this year, I announce with sadness. Two weeks of dedicated research in March. Week one was dedicated to loon behaviors, week ...

March 25, 2024

VULTURE MIGRATION! And you thought we were nothing but loonies around here. Au Contraire! Black vultures in our region don’t migrate, nor do ...

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Bloom Time It’s the beginning of bloom time in this deeply grooved land called the Jocassee Gorges, though the early blooming Shortia is ...

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Waterfalls and Banjos Lake Jocassee Scenic Boat Tours

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 We offer scenic boat tours of Lake Jocassee covering 7500 acres and has 75 miles of shoreline. National Geographic has named it one of the 50 greatest places in the world. Come see the gem of the Carolinas. 

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Meet your tour Captains Robin and Bob. Robin is a Carolina native. Spending her entire life on the lakes of the Carolinas. She recently retired from Nursing to persue her dream of sharing the beauty of her home state and Lake Jocassee Boat Tours . Bob builds things. 

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*** Rates include up to 6 people. $50 for each additional person. Max 10 people. ***There is also a $50 up charge on weekend tour prices Fri, Sat, & Sun

Spring 3 Hour Private Tour Available March 1st - May 22nd

Includes all major waterfalls, limited swim time, History of lake, etc.  

Tour times: 1:30pm - 4:30pm

4 Hour Private Tour Available Mar - Nov

Includes all major waterfalls, some swim time, History of lake, etc. 

Add $50 to price Fri, Sat, Sun / Tour times: 9am-1pm, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

6 Hour Private Tour Available Mar-Sept

Includes all major waterfalls, extended swim time/ sites, History/info of lake, etc. Add $50 to price Fri, Sat, Sun / Tour times: 10am-4pm

Private Sunset Tour - Available May - Sep

Includes some major waterfalls and a few smaller ones, Limited swim time time/ sites, History/info of lake, etc.  Add $50 to price Fri, Sat, Sun

Tour times: 6:00pm-8:30pm May-Aug

& 5:30pm - 7:45pm in Sept

Call to book Oct & Nov 864-614-1019

Full Day 8 Hour Tour - Available May-Aug

Includes all major waterfalls, extended swim time/ sites, History/info of lake, etc.   Add $50 to price Fri, Sat, Sun / Tour times: 9am-5pm or 1:30pm - 8:30pm (includes Sunset)

Custom Lake Tour - Available Mar - Nov

we also offer custom Lake tours as well, with larger groups, or special time requests.  Call us at 864-614-1019 to get more info in booking a custom lake tour.  

** All of our tours are Private tours for just your Group, so you can relax with your friends and family! Bring whatever food & drink you would like! We Meet at Devil’s Fork State Park boat ramp. Address: 161 Holcombe Cir. Salem, SC 29676.  When you arrive you will be required to pay the park entrance fee. (not included with tour price).

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Jocassee Lake Tours in Salem, South Carolina

Join Jocassee Lake Tours to explore the wilderness wonder of America’s most beautiful lake. Visit the many waterfalls that can only be seen by boat, and if it’s summer, you can even swim in them! Enjoy fall’s color explosion, winters’ solitude and abundant waterfalls, and spring’s rebirth of nature. Come and see why National Geographic declared Lake Jocassee and the Jocassee Gorges one of the world’s 50 last great places!

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Join Jocassee Lake Tours to explore the wilderness wonder of this beautiful lake. Swim in waterfalls that are only seen by boat! Enjoy fall’s color explosion, winter’s solitude, and spring’s rebirth of nature.  National Geographic declared the Jocassee Gorges one of the World’s 50 Last Great Places!

Private Lake Tours

Let Jocassee Lake Tour’s naturalist guides introduce your family and friends to the wild wonders of America’s most beautiful lake.

• Hour Glass 6 Hours
• User 10+ Years Old

Kayak Adventure Tours

Experience the tranquility and beauty of Lake Jocassee with our guided kayak tours. Book your adventure today and discover Jocassee a whole new way in our kayak tours!

• Users Up to 4 People

Hiking the Gorges

Section-hike the Foothills Trail with experienced naturalist guides who have a passion for leading adventurers through the Jocassee Gorges. Hike leaders are first aid and CPR certified and carry global satellite communicators for your safety.  Five hike options cover distances between 5 miles and 8.6 miles!

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Kayak Rentals

Paddle along Lake Jocassee’s scenic shoreline at your own pace, solo or tandem. We highly recommend exploring the Devils Fork arm towards Howard Creek along Lake Jocassee’s western shore. Waterfalls and places to swim are along the way. Book your kayak rental today!

Jocassee Fishing Adventures w/ Capt. Zach

Whether you’re after Jocassee’s famous lunker brown and rainbow trout, its record largemouth and smallmouth bass, or want to wet your line chasing wild trout in the lower reaches of Lake Jocassee’s beautiful streams—which are only accessible by boat—Zach’s your man!

Private Club Tours

We can organize a private tour around your special day or event, including photography, hiking, bird-watching, garden clubs, and wedding parties. A private Clubs Tour allows all guests to pay their own way. Join Jocassee Lake Tours to explore the wilderness wonder of America’s most beautiful lake!

We know this place. It’s that simple. We will not only get you to where you want to go, but we will also gladly help you plan your excursion.

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Full Moon Rising Tours

The Full Moon Rising Tour is a relaxing end-of-day excursion to watch the sun go down over the mountains and the full moon rise over Jocassee Dam. The shifting colors of light on the water is a wonder to behold. Join us, and experience this for yourself!

Sunset Tours

Experience an unforgettable evening with Jocassee Lake Tours. Relax with serene waters, breathtaking sunset views, and the capable guidance of our experienced naturalist guides.

Private Sunset Tours

Join Jocassee Lake Tours to unwind at the end of the day. We don’t go very far and we don’t go very fast (though there is always a waterfall or two to see) on this most relaxing late day excursion. Watching the color change over the mountains and across the water is nothing short of magical! Join us!

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Senior Tours

The short time frame of this special offering is tailored for our Assisted Living friends.

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Jocassee (Family) Adventure Camp!

Kids (of all ages!) love to explore the wonders of nature together, especially when discovering new things! Family members (of all ages!) will bond over exploring a ‘cave,’ searching for salamanders, or getting a waterfall ‘massage.’ Book your family adventure at Jocassee Adventure Camp today!

Outdoors with Jocassee Lake Tours

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• March 20, 2022

Fresh air, the great outdoors and a glorious experience on the lake!

That’s what you can expect from one of our favorite tourism partners, Jocassee Lake Tours .

Meet Brooks and Kay Wade, owner-operators of Jocassee Lake Tours

The focus of their tours is to learn about and share the natural history of Lake Jocassee and the surrounding areas.

They have both completed the Clemson Upstate Master Naturalist program. They publish a newsletter every Sunday, to spread the word about current outdoor events surrounding the base of the Blue Wall, from approximately Oconee State Park to Jones Gap State Park.

Natural wonders abound on Lake Jocassee.

Depending on the season, jocassee lake tours delights in offering memorable adventures including:.

• Group tours
• Private tours
• Saturday evening sunset tours
• Full moon lake tours
• Kids’ adventure camps
• Full week summer kayak camp

In the winter, from November until March, one of the few colonies of loons in a freshwater habitat populate the lake. The Wades were instrumental in the creation of an ongoing scientific program to study loons on the lake. Read more about it.

Through the organization they co-founded, Friends of Jocassee, they are stewards of Lake Jocassee. The goal of Friends of Jocassee is to protect, serve, and care for the Jocassee region.  Each year in mid-March, the Wades help host BellFest at Devils Fork State Park.  The festival celebrates the rare Oconee Bellflower, which is found only in the Jocassee Gorges.

To learn more about Jocassee Lake Tours, visit jocasseelaketours.com .

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Jocassee Lake Tours

Join Jocassee Lake Tours to explore the wilderness wonder of America’s most beautiful lake. Visit the many waterfalls that can only be seen by boat. Come see why National Geographic declared Lake Jocassee and the Jocassee Gorges as one of the world’s 50 last great places! 90 miles of protected scenic shoreline and 75, 000 acres make Lake Jocassee home to many forms of wildlife, beautiful waterfalls and rivers, even a suspension bridge. JLT offers Wed, Sat and Sunday tours, Sunset tours, Adventure tours, Kayak tours, Family Adventure Camp, Full Moon Rising tours, History tours, Private tours and specialized Naturalist tours. Join them for a trip you won't forget! Group tours are welcome! Discounted Senior Group tours can booked any time.

(864) 280-5501

• Tours depart from The Main Dock, Devils Fork State Park Salem, SC 29676

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