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Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery

The Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery was established in 1911. The hatchery produces a variety of warm-water freshwater fish, including: striped bass (South Carolina’s state fish), redbreast sunfish, American shad, and lake sturgeon. These fish are stocked annually in reservoirs, lakes, rivers and coastal streams across the Southeast United States. Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery also produces the critically endangered Carolina heelsplitter mussel. These endangered mussels are raised at the…

  • Managed by: Fish and Wildlife Service
  • Coordinates: 33.48329926, -80.86669922

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Frequently asked questions

Is Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery reservable?

Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery?

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How do I book a campsite at Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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