Shaded sites arranged in a single tight loop around a central bathhouse, Andrew Jackson State Park Campground is a compact, 25-site facility in Lancaster, South Carolina, where the layout itself sets expectations before campers even unhitch. The roads are narrow, the turns are tight, and the tree canopy hangs low enough that larger rigs have been seen struggling through. The park's namesake history adds an unusual layer to the camping experience: the grounds mark the boyhood home of Andrew Jackson, and a small museum and schoolhouse sit within walking distance of the campsites.
Water access defines the campground's appeal. A small lake sits at the edge of the loop, and several sites back up directly to the water, making them the first to fill on weekends. The lake is open for fishing and paddling, with crappie and bass reported by anglers, though one reviewer notes that fishing tends to improve in cooler weather. No swimming is permitted. Nate G. flags that the nature trails "get swampy after rain" and that the park has "abundant wildlife including copperheads," worth keeping in mind for campers with dogs or children.
Site leveling is a recurring concern across reviews. Paved pads vary considerably in grade, and some lakeside sites slope enough front-to-back to require leveling blocks. Campers planning to bring a rig longer than about 30 feet should review the park website's site-specific descriptions carefully before booking. The campground's stated maximum is 36 feet, but reviewers in the 35-foot range describe the navigation as tight at best. Laura A. found that "bathrooms and showers are clean and staff are friendly and helpful," which holds up across multiple reviews spanning several years.
All sites include electric and water hookups, with three full hook-up sites adding sewer. A dump station is on-site. The campground runs year-round, and December visits have been reported with mild temperatures. Weekdays run noticeably quieter than weekends, when the loop fills and road noise from nearby traffic becomes more audible at some sites. Reservations are available and recommended for weekend stays. Campers exploring campsites near Lancaster will find this one of the more historically grounded options in the region.
This campground works best for smaller rigs, tent campers, and paddlers who want a low-key base close to the Charlotte metro area without paying resort-style prices.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsAndrew Jackson State Park Campground is located in South Carolina near Lancaster
Directions
From I-77 Southbound:Exit onto Hwy. 5 E. Follow Hwy. 5 until it intersects with Hwy. 521 N. The park is located ½ mi. on the right, 9 mi. N. of Lancaster. From I-77 Northbound:Exit onto Hwy. 9 E toward Richburg. Take Hwy. 9 until it intersects with Hwy. 521 Go N. on Hwy 521 through Lancaster. Park is 9 mi. N. of Lancaster.
Address
196 Andrew Jackson Park Rd
Lancaster, SC 29720
Coordinates
34.7685917 N
80.82384836 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 40 min from Charlotte, NC
- 1 hr 2 min from Columbia, SC
- 1 hr 22 min from Sumter, SC
- 1 hr 33 min from Spartanburg, SC
