About this property
Oconee State Park is a state park located in the Blue Ridge Mountain region of South Carolina. This 1165-acre (472 ha) park has several recreational opportunities to choose from. They include cabins, camping, fishing and boating in the two small lakes located on the park grounds, hiking on eight nature/hiking trails, and several picnic and meeting facilities. The southern end of the Foothills Trail and the western end of the Oconee Passage of the Palmetto Trail are in Oconee State Park.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 04000618. It was listed on June 15, 2004.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Oconee State Park Historic District listed on the National Register?
Oconee State Park Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 15, 2004.
What type of historic resource is Oconee State Park Historic District?
Oconee State Park Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Oconee State Park Historic District?
The period of significance for Oconee State Park Historic District is recorded as the pre_contact era, specifically around 1165.
Can I research the history near Oconee State Park Historic District?
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