Best Campgrounds near Barnwell, SC

Camping areas around Barnwell, South Carolina include several state parks and private campgrounds offering diverse accommodation options. Barnwell State Park Campground provides tent, RV, and cabin camping with water and electric hookups, fire rings, and picnic tables. Other nearby options include Aiken State Park Campground, approximately 25 miles northwest, and Crunchy Acres, which offers tent camping, RV sites, and glamping accommodations including yurts. The region supports both established campgrounds with full amenities and more rustic experiences on private land.

Access to campgrounds in the Barnwell area remains consistent year-round, with most state parks operating throughout all seasons. Many campgrounds feature level sites suitable for RVs, though some visitors note challenges with specific locations. At Barnwell State Park, campers should be aware of site selection as some spots present difficulties. "Site 16 was awful to get into. Two trees are only about 10 feet apart and once you clear those you have to jackknife and nearly scrape your tow vehicle on a tree just to get close enough to the utility pedestals," noted one camper about Barnwell State Park.

The mixed-use campgrounds in the region typically provide amenities such as drinking water, showers, and electric hookups, with several offering sewer connections for RVs. Campers frequently mention the quality of park maintenance and staff service as highlights of their experience. Barnwell State Park receives praise for its fishing opportunities, hiking trails around the lake, and boat rentals. "The ranger was super sweet and helpful. We enjoyed the trails, and they were nice and easy to get through and just long enough to feel like you got a bit of hiking in," according to one review. Most tent and RV sites in the area feature fire rings and picnic tables, though amenities vary between public and private campgrounds. Cell service can be spotty at some locations, with wifi available at limited spots within certain parks.

Best Camping Sites Near Barnwell, South Carolina (49)

    1. Barnyard RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Barnwell, SC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 957-1238

    $35 / night

    "Located behind the flea market Dirt sites : lots of water flowing through during rainy weather Water,electric and sewer at sites Large pull through sites Easy access to bathrooms and showers Friendly"

    "Perfect location. Far enough away from base but close enough to everything. Clean park and great staff."

    2. Barnwell State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Blackville, SC
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 284-2212

    "Two trees are only about 10 feet apart and once you clear those you have to jackknife and nearly scrape your tow vehicle on a tree just to get close enough to the utility pedestals and to have some space"

    "We enjoyed the trails, and they were nice and easy to get through and just long enough to feel like you got a bit of hiking in."

    3. Aiken State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Windsor, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 649-2857

    $28 - $32 / night

    "Great walking areas."

    "There is a canoe/kayak launch close enough to walk to and we saw many people with kayaks and canoes."

    4. Crunchy Acres

    1 Review
    Blackville, SC
    19 miles

    $65 - $95 / night

    "Rent go-carts or sit around the campfire with some s'mores. Give them some love and leave your review here!"

    5. Made in the Shade RV Park and Campground

    5 Reviews
    Jackson, GA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (762) 333-2901

    "The location was quiet and beautiful, surrounded by woods and fields."

    6. Yamassee Indian Reservation

    1 Review
    Allendale, SC
    22 miles

    "Well I have stayed in Barnwell for 2 years and I love to be off grid! I like to think I was born in the wrong generation."

    7. Magnolia Springs State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Millen, GA
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (478) 982-1660

    $22 - $65 / night

    "It was possibly the best pull thru site in my opinion due to its proximity to the playground and bathhouse for my kids. Site 16 would be the best back in site since it is right on the lake."

    "We were tent camping and choose a walk in slot. 27, 28 & 29. Our site was 29 it is about 100 yards from the main campground down a single lane sandy road that leads into a wooded area."

    8. Broxton Bridge Plantation

    1 Review
    Ehrhardt, SC
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 824-9651

    $20 - $45 / night

    "We wanted primitive camping away from everyone. They had space from the neighbors.

    Bath house was dirty from lack of use, water pressure was fantastic!

    Lots of Mosquitoes and yellow flies."

    9. River Bottom Farms Family Campground

    7 Reviews
    Pelion, SC
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 568-4182

    "The sites in the back, where we were, back up to a field with ponds and a trail. Nice sized and shady. The staff couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating. Very laid back."

    10. Karen's Escape

    1 Review
    Aiken, SC
    26 miles
    +1 (267) 629-9494

    $30 - $50 / night

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Recent Reviews near Barnwell, SC

146 Reviews of 49 Barnwell Campgrounds


  • Rocky The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    Home Away From Home

    We are newbies at this life and spent our first winter here. We are from Nova Scotia Canada and were just astonished at how everyone treated use like a long lost friend had returned home. The amenities were great and the temp was very comfortable. At the site we made a new friend the railway engineer who past by every day and whistled every time as we waved back. That was great as we only have one train for all of Canada (no joke). Our  pooch "Henry the Hound" also made friends and was a hit with everyone he met. We had thought about other resorts before we saw this one but being here once we have decided to make this our winter home from now on. Fuel, groceries, beverages, service stations hardware stores and mini malls are just a 10 min drive away and for those who want home delivery of groceries they are phone call away for a very nominal price. This is a must stay place.

    Rocky/Cathie

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Barnyard RV Park

    No animals at the Barnyard.

    This is a nice, clean, open campground and RV park. Sites are big enough for most RVs. Mostly level, Some have cement pads. 30/50 amp, full hookups. Some Shade. Showers and bathrooms were clean and very nice. Good water pressure. My wife in was disappointed there were no animals.

  • Bobbie S.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Carolina Hill Mobile Home and RV Park

    Peaceful

    Traveling for my husband's work. Kimberly Clark is six minutes away. Moved in one day ago and I already know that I absolutely LOVE it here! Zero road noise, large sites, shade trees and laundry room. Robbie in the office is as sweet as can be. Met the owner this morning, very nice man. If you walk around the park four times, you have walked a mile. Will try to remember to update this review when we leave. update Still love it here and would absolutely stay here again ❤️

  • Bobbie S.
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Pine Acres Campground and RV Park

    Not a bad stay.

    Spent three weeks here for my husband's work. Many full time renter's. My neighbors were wonderful people. The office manager, Tammy, was absolutely amazing! There was no openings at any campground in the area and she was able to work it out for us to be able to move in. They are working on adding a lower area for more sites. Sadly, there are no trees down there. The current sites are pretty close together. I would not be able to open my awning all the way if I wanted to. This is a great spot for someone here working and needs a place. Not really a family vacation spot. It is quite busy within the park, people coming and going a lot. It's off a very busy road, noise pollution is a factor. I came to the conclusion that the owner is pretty focused on adding the new sites (makes sense, that's how you afford upgrades). That being said, fixing VERY large potholes seems like something you could easily keep up with. You are able to receive mail here. They have a bathhouse/bathrooms, laundry room and dumpsters.

  • Wilma K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2025

    New Green Acres RV Park

    Nice campgrounds

    Nice, a bit rustic. Mostly drive through and all very long. FHU, all grass and gravel sites with lots of shade. Has a pool but currently being repaired. Animal friendly, nice dog park.

  • Erica
    Jun. 20, 2025

    Yamassee Indian Reservation

    Home Sweet home

    Well I have stayed in Barnwell for 2 years and I love to be off grid! I like to think I was born in the wrong generation. I love the trails, the rivers, creeks,it's so peaceful and I wasn't bothered but a single soul! This reserve was a saving grace to me it was basically home

  • G F.
    Jun. 13, 2025

    Magnolia Springs State Park Campground

    Cute, well maintained

    Campground very well kept. Friendly staff. Not as small as pictures suggest. Sites nicely spread around so while there’s no vegetation in between, there’s privacy. Historic site and the spring are cute. Big gators. Only one site has water views, 16.

  • Rosie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 27, 2025

    Outside Inn Campground

    Such a great place

    Small RV park which also has a lot of animal’s. There is a great trail walk and lots of animals bunnies, pigs, donkeys, chickens, goats and a guinea fowl! I would certainly come back. We stayed in a pull thru #16 which was level.

  • Eric Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 26, 2025

    Pine Hill Camp

    Nice quiet place

    Not a lot of level spots around but we found a spot that worked for our 37' fifth wheel with some leveling. Were also able to position for decent solar exposure. T-mobile was pretty much useless, AT&T provided a little bit of usable signal. Had it to ourselves for 3 days and the road going past was very quiet. Speaking of the road, it's a sandy dirt road with some soft spots so pay attention. Lovely quiet place to relax or work! We would come again.


Guide to Barnwell

Camping near Barnwell, South Carolina offers year-round access with mild winters rarely dropping below freezing and hot, humid summers often reaching the 90s. The region's sandy soil and flat terrain create mostly level camping sites, with the area sitting at approximately 250 feet above sea level. Several campgrounds cluster within a 30-mile radius of Barnwell.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Barnwell State Park Campground, visitors can rent John boats, paddle boats, and kayaks at reasonable rates. "We rented two paddle boats and had a blast (it was exhausting though)," notes one camper.

Historic exploration: Visit Magnolia Springs State Park Campground, a 45-minute drive from Barnwell, to explore Civil War history. "This is the site of a lesser known confederate civil war prison. There was some archeological work going on when we were there," explains one visitor. The park also features an aquarium showcasing Georgia fish species.

Wildlife viewing: Observe alligators and turtles at Magnolia Springs. "The spring is very pretty, with turtles and fish swimming under the bridges of the walkway, and there were lots of alligators along the stream," reports one camper. The park also offers birdwatching opportunities along its numerous trails.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained bathhouses at Aiken State Park Campground. "The bath house is in the middle of the loop and easily accessible. It is a little outdated, but was always clean. The showers are newer than the rest of the bathroom," mentions one reviewer.

Wildlife sounds: Tent campers often enjoy the natural soundscape. At Aiken State Park, one camper shared, "We are tent campers and slept with no rain fly, looking at the stars and listening to coyotes howl at night."

Quiet atmosphere: Made in the Shade RV Park and Campground offers a peaceful environment approximately 35 miles from Barnwell. "The location was quiet and beautiful, surrounded by woods and fields," writes one visitor. Another adds, "This campground was quiet and tranquil. Large oaks and mature trees. Camping paradise."

What you should know

Site selection considerations: Choose your campsite carefully at Aiken State Park. "It is a very small campground. Narrow winding dirt road to small campsites," notes one RVer. "Check out the site pictures on their website, they are accurate."

Seasonal pests: Be prepared for insects during warmer months. At Broxton Bridge Plantation, approximately 30 miles south of Barnwell, one visitor warned about "Lots of Mosquitoes and yellow flies."

Cell service variability: Internet access varies widely between campgrounds. At Made in the Shade RV Park, "Wifi was excellent and we could stream Netflix and Hulu. Great Verizon cell service." However, at other parks, service can be spotty or unavailable.

Gate closures: Some parks lock entrance gates after hours. As one Barnwell State Park visitor noted, "They do lock the gate at night, so if you are arriving late, call for the code to the lock on the gate."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: River Bottom Farms Family Campground offers numerous activities for children. "Always something to do with an activity list full of different things. Pool was very nice and never over crowded," shares one family. Another notes, "They have several playgrounds for kids!"

Farm animals: At Crunchy Acres, families can interact with farm animals. The 19-acre family farm allows visitors to "meet their chickens, goats, pigs, turkey, and rabbits," making it an educational experience for children.

Ranger programs: Take advantage of organized activities at state parks. One visitor at Magnolia Springs State Park described, "We participated in a hike with the park manager where she told us about the animals in the park and even let us feel grey fox and beaver pelts... That finished with hot chocolate and roasting marshmallows!"

Beginner archery: At Magnolia Springs, families can enjoy archery lessons suitable for various ages. "We took the beginner archery lesson with another ranger. She was so patient with our 6 year old who gets frustrated very easily. It was so much fun!"

Tips from RVers

Site dimensions: Check your RV length against site specifications. At Barnwell State Park, "The sites are kind of on the smaller side and close, so if you are bringing a large camper it might be a challenge. There were lots of campers, so it's definitely doable though."

Approach challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. At Made in the Shade RV Park, one camper suggested, "My only recommendation is to have it better marked so guests know exactly where it is upon arrival."

Utility connections: Sites at most area campgrounds feature water and electric, with some offering sewer. At Karen's Escape near Aiken, visitors note the "Very flat wide open lot" which provides "electric hookups" but no water or sewer connections at the site.

Level sites: Made in the Shade RV Park offers particularly level sites. "Large gravel sites most can accommodate 40 ft RV some smaller pads as well but plenty of room between your neighbors," shares one RV camper.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Barnwell, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Barnwell, SC offers a wide range of camping options, with 49 campgrounds and RV parks near Barnwell, SC and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Barnwell, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Barnwell, SC is Barnyard RV Park with a 4-star rating from 8 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Barnwell, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Barnwell, SC.