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Goat Island

Goat Island offers a dispersed camping experience near the shores of Lake Greenwood in South Carolina. The area features flat terrain with a mix of wooded and open spaces. Campers can explore Lake Greenwood State Park and enjoy fishing or boating, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer.

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Location

Goat Island is located in South Carolina

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

34.23516616 N
81.98546055 W

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Access

  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


PERMIT might be REQUIRED

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Reviewed Oct. 25, 2021

Just what I was looking for!

I was the only one on the island, and it was great.  It was a nice peaceful kayak trip out to the island where they had a fire pit and picnic table waiting.

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  • Review photo of Goat Island by paul M., October 25, 2021
  • Review photo of Goat Island by paul M., October 25, 2021
  • Review photo of Goat Island by paul M., October 25, 2021
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Reviewed Jul. 30, 2019

A unique camping experience

Goat island can only be accessed by boat but with 5 separate spots it’s a pretty neat island to camp at. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site, but no other accommodations. There are rarely any other campers there, but when there are they tend to leave trash at their sites. The light pollution is at a minimum for the lake so it’s beautiful and very secluded at night. There are small, but clear beaches by some of the sites suitable for beaching a pontoon or other boat, but no docks. There are squirrels and birds on the island but I haven’t seen any other wildlife there.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Goat Island?

    Goat Island is located at 458 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Goat Island?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Goat Island, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.