Campgrounds in South Carolina
South Carolina has 39 campgrounds in the Camphive database, from free dispersed and BLM camping to developed state park and national forest sites. The highest-rated spots are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating. Every listing links to a full page with location, fees, and details.
Camping on a budget? See the 3 free camping spots in South Carolina.
Of the 39 top-rated spots listed below, 28 are free.
Top campgrounds in South Carolina
- Hunting Island State Park — SC - Hunting Island · $25/night · Vistas 7.5
- CHERRY HILL CAMPGROUND — CHERRY HILL CAMPGROUND · Vistas 7.5
- Francis Marion Ranger District — Francis Marion Ranger District · Vistas 7.2
- Congaree NP — SC - Hopkins · Free · Vistas 7
- Andrew Pickens Ranger District — Andrew Pickens Ranger District · Vistas 6.8
- Brasstown Falls — Brasstown Falls · Vistas 6.6
- BUCK HALL RECREATION AREA — BUCK HALL RECREATION AREA · ~$8/night · Vistas 6.5
- Long Cane Ranger District — Long Cane Ranger District · Vistas 6.5
- WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP — WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP · Vistas 6.5
- Grapevine — Grapevine · Vistas 6.5
- Burrells Ford — Burrells Ford · Vistas 6.5
- Bluff Hike In Camping — Bluff Hike In Camping · Vistas 6.2
- HAWE CREEK — HAWE CREEK · Vistas 6.2
- WEST DAM — WEST DAM · Vistas 6.2
- Francis Marion National Forest — Francis Marion National Forest · Vistas 6
- MODOC — MODOC · Free · Vistas 6
- Baker Creek State Park — Baker Creek State Park · Vistas 6
- TWIN LAKES DAY USE AREA — TWIN LAKES DAY USE AREA · ~$10/night · Vistas 6
- POPLAR SPRINGS — POPLAR SPRINGS · ~$10/night · Vistas 6
- TWIN LAKES (SC) — TWIN LAKES (SC) · ~$10/night · Vistas 6
- CASSIDY BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMP — CASSIDY BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMP · Free · Vistas 6
- CONEROSS PARK — CONEROSS PARK · ~$10/night · Vistas 6
- CRESCENT — CRESCENT · ~$10/night · Vistas 6
- OCONEE POINT — OCONEE POINT · ~$10/night · Vistas 6
- Enoree Ranger District — Enoree Ranger District · Vistas 6
- Woods Ferry Campground (SC) — Woods Ferry Campground (SC) · Vistas 6
- Hickory Knob State Park — Hickory Knob State Park · Vistas 6
- Hamilton Branch State Park — Hamilton Branch State Park · Vistas 5.8
- BELOW DAM SOUTH CAROLINA — BELOW DAM SOUTH CAROLINA · Vistas 5.8
- CLARKS HILL — CLARKS HILL · Vistas 5.8
- Sadlers Creek St. Pk — Sadlers Creek St. Pk · Vistas 5.8
- PARKSVILLE — PARKSVILLE · Vistas 5.5
- Longleaf Campground — Longleaf Campground · Vistas 5.5
- SPRINGFIELD — SPRINGFIELD · ~$10/night · Vistas 5.5
- BROYLES — BROYLES · ~$10/night · Vistas 5.5
- Morrow Bridge and Midway Seasonal Camps — Morrow Bridge and Midway Seasonal Camps · Vistas 5.5
- SINGING PINES — SINGING PINES · ~$10/night · Vistas 5.5
- Calhoun Falls State Park — Calhoun Falls State Park · Vistas 5
- Long Bottom Ford — Long Bottom Ford · Vistas 4.5
Open the interactive South Carolina camping map on Camphive to browse all 39 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
South Carolina camping FAQ
Are there free campgrounds in South Carolina?
Yes, many primitive and dispersed sites in South Carolina are free; developed campgrounds typically charge a nightly fee. Check each listing for current fees.
What is the Vistas score?
Vistas is Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating for every campground, based on the surrounding landscape. Spots rated 8 or higher are exceptional; this page lists South Carolina's top-rated camping first.
Do campgrounds in South Carolina require reservations?
Developed state park and national forest campgrounds often do, especially in summer. Dispersed and most BLM sites are first-come, first-served with no fee. Each listing links to a detail page with what's known about fees and access.
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