Camping / Campgrounds
Sand Hills State Forest
46,838 acres operated as a demonstration, conservation area embodying the principle of multiple-use management. Many miles of sand roads for equine and other activities, 14 fish ponds, hiking trails, camping, picnicking, bird watching, hunting and more. Permit required for all activities except hiking. Permits may be purchased at forest headquarters. Encompassing Sugarloaf Mountain and H. Cooper Black Jr. Memorial Field Trial Area, this is a self-supporting state forest.
Sedalia Campground, Sumter National Forest, Enoree Ranger District
Whitmire, SC 29178
Sedalia is a primitive campground that has designated campsites in open areas surrounded by woods. There are four single-family campsites and one group site that are open year-round. Additional seasonal single-family and group sites are open during big-game deer and turkey seasons. Amenities include drinking water and restroom, no reservations. Trail enthusiasts can also hop on the Enoree Passage of the Palmetto Trail here and hike the 35 mile passage to the southernmost tip of district. Get out and enjoy your national forest!
Sugarloaf Mountain
Known locally as "The Mountain", Sugarloaf is an unusual geological phenomenon towering 100 feet above the surrounding terrain. Composed of sand, it was at one time capped with ferrous sandstone, much of which has now weathered away. Vegetation on the mountain includes mountain laurel and the diminutive pixie moss, both quite unusual for this area. Quiet, shady seclusion, rustic stone and timber picnic shelters, a fishing lake and nature trail combine with this unique geological formation to make Sugarloaf one of the most popular recreation areas in the sand hills region. Also, bird watching, nature study, primitive camping, and horseback riding. Permit (purchased at Sand Hills State Forest Headquarters) required for all activities except hiking.
Woods Ferry Recreation Area
Carlisle, SC 29031
This area lies within a beautiful wooded floodplain surrounded by upland pine woods and maturing hardwood forests. Matthew Woods acquired the land in 1817 and constructed a ferry for horse and buggy traffic. The Confederate cavalry, under Gen. Wade Hampton, used the ferry to cross the river to harass Sherman’s flank during his historic march through the South. In 1936 the US Forest Service acquired the land, and began extensive erosion control and reforestation. Amenities include campsites (fee charged) and day use facilities which include 2 picnic shelters, 50 picnic tables with grills, a boat launch, benches along Broad River, and horse trail access.
Broad River Campground
Winnsboro, SC 29180
Each camp site is nestled under a huge canopy of hardwood trees providing a shady, tranquil setting! Major amenities include free Wi-Fi, laundry, bathhouse, nature trails, full hook ups with 30 and 50 amp services on each site, and full shade! Very large sites with lots of elbow room to accommodate any size camper. Pet friendly.
Carowinds
Fort Mill, SC 29708
This amusement park is filled with so much fun and excitement it can’t be contained in one state! Features over 60 rides, shows and attractions including 14 world-class roller coasters, Camp Snoopy kids’ area, Carolina Harbor Waterpark and great dining and entertainment options for the whole family. Stay on site at the Camp Wilderness Resort (RV camping and modern cabins) or the SpringHill Suites Charlotte at Carowinds. Special ticket packages available.
Carowinds' Camp Wilderness RV Sites
Charlotte, NC 28273
Features RV, pop-up and tent sites and can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet in length. The paved RV sites feature full hookups with water, sewer and electric. Fifty of the sites have upgraded, 50-amp service. In addition, there are 56 spacious tent and pop-up sites with water hookups and 30-amp electric service. Every site also features a charcoal grill.
Charlotte/Fort Mill/KOA
Fort Mill, SC 29708
215 campsites. Full-service family campground with shaded RV and tent sites, picnic tables, Kamping Kabins, 30/50 amp, pool, mini-golf, laundromat, playground, store, LP gas, diesel, RV storage, game room, volleyball, horse shoes, a pavilion, The Attic Antiques and Collectibles shop, and the Campground Massacre Haunted House during October. Convenient to Carowinds and I-77. Year round. $10.00 fee for dumping.
Crown Cove RV Park
126 spaces, including 59 paved. WiFi, pond and more. Full hookups and pull throughs. Pets welcome. Open year-round. Fort Mill. .
Hide-Out Campground and Riding Stables
Patrick, SC 29584
Over 70 miles of trails-wooded and dirt roads. Wagons welcome. Campground includes water and electric hookups, heated bathroom and showers, horse stable and holding pens, riding ring and fire barrels for campfires. Inquire about Sandhills State Forest Trail riding permit. Tell 'em Donald and Carla sent ya and get $5 off a 1-night stay or $10 off a 2-night stay on your first visit. Located in the Sand Hills State Forest.
Lake Wateree
Winnsboro, SC 29180
Fish for crappie, bass, catfish and bream in one of the state’s oldest man-made lakes. With more than 13,000 surface acres and 242 miles of shoreline, the lake is a year-round favorite of campers, fishermen and recreational boaters. This 19-square mile reservoir touches the four counties of Chester, Kershaw, Fairfield, and Lancaster. It empties from the Catawba River and into the Wateree River. Free public access areas.
Lake Wylie
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
The oldest lake on the Catawba, it was first created by a dam near the town of Fort Mill in 1904. This dam was rebuilt in 1924 and the lake's surface expanded to 12,455 acres. The lake has 325 miles of shoreline, and since portions of this lake lie in both North and South Carolina, fishermen are advised to obtain proper licenses.
Little Cedar Creek Campground
Ridgeway, SC 29130
20 campsites, tenting, cabins, fishing and pull through sites, swimming, walking trails, wooded property, firewood, electric/sewer/water hook-up, handicap access. Close to public fishing, shopping, dining and golfing. storage facilities. Weekly and monthly rates. I-77, exit 32 (east 1.8 miles).
Ridgeway Campground
Ridgeway, SC 29130
45 campsites with water and electricity, dump station, clean restrooms and hot showers, picnic and fishing areas, nature trail and restaurant. Ice is available at 24-hour camp store. I-77, exit 34.
Sumter National Forest, Enoree Ranger District
Whitmire, SC 29178
Provides many recreation opportunities in Chester County. The Broad River offers boaters and anglers several access points to hone their paddling or fishing skills. The Woods Ferry Recreation Area offers a 29 unit campground (10 sites have horse corrals), picnic area with two picnic shelters, 25 family picnic units, four fishing platforms and a boat ramp to the Broad River. Campsites tie into the 15 mile Woods Ferry Horse Trail. Campground is open April 1st and closes October 31st. Picnic area and boat ramp is open year-round. Leeds Rifle Range is an outdoor shooting range and is open year-round, day use only. Offers six shooting tables under a protective shelter and has a paved pathway to target area.
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