FOJ proudly maintains over 4 miles of roadways leading from Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park. We call it the “road to paradise” - help us keep it beautiful!

Our Annual Meeting will be held in conjunction with the Jocassee Santa event on Saturday, November 23rd. It is a time to thank our members for all your support while keeping you informed on our progress in the past year. At 2 PM, Guest Speaker Heyward Douglass will share his insights on Jocassee and the Foothills Trail. Join us as we recap our progress and explore our future endeavors. Santa will be onsite for pictures, and we will have crafts, hot cocoa, and goodies for the kids. We will have soup and dessert available, too. Bring a chair and a friend. :) See you there! RSVP HERE

Meet Jocassee Santa and take a picture with your kids or pets! Santa will be set up at the day use area with a fabulous view of the lake as a backdrop. FOJ will provide crafts and refreshments.

Part of the Southeast Paddle Sports Championship Series, Lake Jocassee Paddle Splash is a race for kayaks, surfskis, canoes, paddleboards, and other self-powered craft. Beginner paddlers are welcome! Racers are grouped by age and boat type to keep the racing fair. Awards ceremony at Jocassee Valley Brewing Co after the race.

Main Paddle Splash website and registration

V.I.P Day is our annual collaborative litter pickup at Devils Fork State Park involving divers, hikers, and boaters. Hundreds of volunteers turn out annually to to collect a significant amount of litter from Devils Fork State Park and Lake Jocassee.

Come to the Day Use/Picnic area of Devils Fork State Park on Lake Jocassee between 9:00 - 10:00 AM to sign in, get assignments, and pick up supplies. FOJ will provide snacks, water, trash bags, and rubber gloves.

FOJ proudly maintains over 4 miles of roadways leading from Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park. We call it the “road to paradise” - help us keep it beautiful!

FOJ proudly maintains over 4 miles of roadways leading from Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park. We call it the “road to paradise” - help us keep it beautiful!

Join Friends for the Fishing with Friends Trout Tournament.

Registration is from 7:00am - 8:00am

Entry fee: $40 per person. 100% payout (1st-50%, 2nd-35%, 3rd-15%)

Contact Sam Jones at 864-719-2056 (call or text) or catchemtrout@gmail.com for more info.

Tournament Rules

Tournament Flyer

BellFest celebrates the blooming of the rare Oconee Bell flower (Shortia Galacifolia) with live music, guided hikes, vendors, kids activities, guest speakers, and silent auction to benefit FOJ.

More Info

Bellfest Flyer

FOJ proudly maintains over 4 miles of roadways leading from Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park. We call it the “road to paradise” - help us keep it beautiful!

FOJ proudly maintains over 4 miles of roadways leading from Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park. We call it the “road to paradise” - help us keep it beautiful!

Part of the Southeast Paddle Sports Championship Series, Lake Jocassee Paddle Splash is a race for kayaks, surfskis, canoes, paddleboards, and other self-powered craft. Beginner paddlers are welcome! Racers are grouped by age and boat type to keep the racing fair. Awards ceremony at Jocassee Valley Brewing Co after the race.

FOJ proudly maintains over 4 miles of roadways leading from Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park. We call it the “road to paradise” - help us keep it beautiful!

FOJ proudly maintains over 4 miles of roadways leading from Hwy 11 to Devils Fork State Park. We call it the “road to paradise” - help us keep it beautiful! In partnership with KOBA Keep Oconee Beautiful Association and Palmetto Pride.

Meet at Park Office for supplies & assignments

Check this website for inclement weather decisions

Email friendsofjocassee@gmail.com