H. Cooper Black

Covering 7,000 rolling acres of longleaf pine forest and fields, the H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area is the setting for national-level field trial and retriever competitions.

In South Carolina, horseback riding is a popular activity, and this park is one of the most equestrian-friendly, with more than 20 miles of trails and sand roads offering top South Carolina horseback riding and an ample number of equestrian facilities including stables, kennels, corrals and arenas.   
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Camping
 H. Cooper Black camping sites, complete with water and electrical hookups.  Camping Reservations: Please contact the park from 11 a.m. to noon, daily, at 843-378-1555 for camping reservations and information.
 
Trails
  • Miles of Trails: 20 miles
  • Difficulty Level: easy
  • Terrain: unsurfaced, grassy
  • Drinking Water: Stream water is safe for animals to drink
  • Fees: fees for day use, Fees for campers.

  Directions
From Bishopville: Drive north on SC 341 to Bethune. Turn right onto US 1 and drive to Patrick. From Patrick drive 6.5 miles and turn right onto Chesterfield­/Society Hill Road (S­13­20). Drive 4 miles and turn left onto a gravel road. The trailhead is in .2 miles.

Information
H.Cooper Memorial Field Trail Area
279 Sporting Dog Trail,
Cheraw, SC 29520
(843) 378-1555