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King Creek

King Creek is located near Columbia in the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests. The terrain consists of forested areas with creeks and trails. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer, and nearby attractions include hiking trails and scenic overlooks within the national forests.

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Location

King Creek is located in South Carolina

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

34.96700031 N
83.11500067 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
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  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Alcohol
  • 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.


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Reviewed Nov. 1, 2020

Campsite Close to Hiking, Waterfalls, and Whitewater

King Creek is accessible via a short drive along a forest road and then another short drive down a muddy road slightly overgrown with vegetation. The only sign you will see is one saying camping is allowed, and it is difficult to see unless you are looking carefully. I was surprised that it had a spacious parking area and a spacious camping area. It is NOT for RVs. First of all, the road is narrow and vegetation hangs low along the road. It is uneven and sometimes muddy. 

There is enough room to set up three or four tents, and there is a fire pit but no toilet. You only have to walk a few steps to your vehicle to get anything. You will also need to take in water or a water filter, any personal hygiene products, and your own little table if you want to cook off of the ground. 

There is a tributary of the Chatooga River within a few steps of the campsite, so you can hear the sounds of the creek all night long. The fire pit is large, but there was a lot of trash in it. There are no gravel pads, which I like, but there was a grassy area to set up my tent, which I did like. 

Unfortunately, the forest road was close enough that I could hear traffic passing by going to waterfalls and other areas. However, there is very little sound at night other than the creek. You cannot make reservations for the site(s), so it is first come, first served. 

You won’t have any problems with noisy neighbors since it is limited to very few tents. It is actually recommended for only one tent, but it is big enough for a group with more than one tent. 

Overall, it is a great place for solitude and since it is not easy to find, so not many people stay there.

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  • Review photo of King Creek by Myron C., November 1, 2020
  • Review photo of King Creek by Myron C., November 1, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of King Creek?

    King Creek is located at 2578 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at King Creek?

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

  • Is there cell phone reception at King Creek?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.