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Star Fort Pond Access

Star Fort Pond Access provides parking and visitor facilities near a 26-acre pond managed by Ninety Six National Historic Site, located off Highway 246 on Kinard Road.

The access point offers amenities including restrooms, water, and maps at the Visitors' Center, with parking available for both day-use visitors and those accessing the pond via the easy 1. 7-mile dirt trail or Fisherman's Trail.

Fishing is permitted Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from April 1 to November 1 (30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset), and boats are allowed but may only be propelled by paddle or electric trolling motors.


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