7 Amazing Campgrounds In South Carolina Where You Can Spend The Night For 25 Bucks And Under
By Robin Jarvis|Updated on April 24, 2023(Originally published April 19, 2023)
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Robin Jarvis began writing for OnlyInYourState.com in 2015 and quickly advanced to a Senior Editor role. She's currently the Brand Manager and has a Bachelor's degree from West Virginia University in Journalism with a minor in Marketing. Her career history includes long running appearances on radio and television. She also has served as publisher of Shades of Green Magazine and Design Lead on several print publications. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She's lived in the Carolinas for more than three decades and currently resides in Charleston, SC. When she's not working, she loves playing guitar, painting, traveling, and spending time with family.
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South Carolina has no shortage of awesome places to camp. You can head to the beach and spend a week in an oceanfront camping resort, or make your way to a rustic cabin at many of our state parks… but, camping doesn’t have to empty your wallet every time you go. We rounded up some of the best campgrounds on federal lands in the Palmetto State – and they’re all available for $25 or LESS per night. This is definitely cheap camping in South Carolina at its best! Read on to check them out!
1. Buck Hall Recreation Area & Boat Landing - McClellanville ($20)
Positioned right on the intracoastal network of marshes and tidal waters, Buck Hall can accommodate campers, RVs, and tent camping. Use this spot as your base camp for exploring the Francis Marion National Forest — or to head north or south for more urban exploration. Charleston is a mere 30 miles to the southwest and Georgetown is only minutes away to the north. Buck Hall is open year-round and unless you need to rent a large group site, camping here will only cost you $20/night for a standard site. The nightly rate for RVs are only a bit higher than that, still making a camping stay here very reasonable. Learn more on the campsite website.
Head to Lake Strom Thurmond just above where the Savannah River is dammed at Clarks Hill for a getaway right on the water at this campground. Modoc is a little-known gem that occupies two peninsulas along the lake. Boaters will love being able to launch a vessel from the convenient ramp, and canoe/kayak lovers will appreciate the easy entry on Lake Strom Thurmond from the campground. Fees vary depending on if you choose a standard electric site or a non-electric site. Learn more on the campground website.
Head here for a spot near the wild Chattooga River. Rafting, fishing, and more await! The campground is generally open seasonally from the beginning of April through the end of October. It has running water, toilets, and hot showers. A night here will set you back $15. Learn more on the campground website.
Open generally from the first of April through the beginning of October, Springfield is a popular destination for South Carolinians in the nearby region. The park offers a boat ramp, dock, swimming area, and three playgrounds — not to mention the forever views of Lake Hartwell. The nightly fee for this campground is a little more than our headline, but we felt it was worth including it anyway. Hopefully, you agree! Learn more on the campground website.
Address: 1915 Providence Church Road, Anderson, SC, 29626
You can't go wrong with the two beaches at the Twin Lakes Campground which sits on a beautiful lakefront area. And for only $24-$26 per night this campground stays very busy. Be sure to book your stay well in advance! Learn more on the campground website.
South Carolina's only National Park, Congaree National Park, offers two primitive campgrounds; one of them (Bluff Campground) is a walk-in deal where you'll carry all of your belongings to the site. The Bluff costs a mere $10/night. The other campground (pictured here) is Longleaf Campground. It's also primitive (vaulted toilets and no showers). An overnight stay at Longleaf will set you back $15. Group sites are available for $25/night. Learn more on the campground website.
Address: 100 National Park Road, Hopkins, SC, 29061
Generally open from the beginning of May through the end of September, this campground sits along the shore of beautiful Lake Hartwell! With 106 campsites, 2 boat launches, 4 playgrounds, and more, Coneross Campground is a hidden gem awaiting discovery. Rates here start at only $18 for a non-electric site; electric sites vary from $26 and up per night. Learn more here.
Address: 699 Coneross Park Road, Townville, SC, 29689
South Carolina’s campgrounds are widely varied in terms of amenities and overnight rates. When was the last time you went camping? Which campgrounds are your favorites – and why? Continue the conversation with us in the comments section below!
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Where can we find other campgrounds in South Carolina?
The Apache Family Campground & Pier located Myrtle Beach is a great place for beach camping plus access to all of the typical tourist pier-type activities.
The Anderson/Lake Hartwell KOA located in Anderson features rustic one-room cabins plus activities including mini-golf and a game room.
The campground at the Myrtle Beach State Park located in Myrtle Beach is the oldest campground in the state and offers a wide array of traditional, primitive, and RV campsites.
Where can we find historic sites in South Carolina?
Philips Church in Charleston was originally built in 1680 and is recognized as the oldest congregation in South Carolina.
The Beaufort National Cemetery in Beaufort began as a cemetery for Union soldiers from the Civil War and now also has interments from every major war since that time.
The "Rainbow Row" in Charleston encompasses a handful of residences painted in bright colors that draw tourists from all over the state and further afield.
