7 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Carolina Hill Mobile Home and RV Park features spacious lots and welcomes pets with few restrictions. The park offers full electric hookups and 50-amp service for larger rigs, providing a peaceful environment with zero road noise according to guest experiences. Made in the Shade RV Park and Campground in Waynesboro maintains pet-friendly sites with full hookups, fires allowed, and clean facilities. The park includes a designated dog run area where pets can exercise freely. Several other pet-friendly campgrounds exist within 30 minutes of Beech Island, including Mistletoe State Park Campground and Petersburg-J Strom Thurmond Lake, both accommodating pets with standard leash requirements.
Large, level RV sites at Heritage RV Park accommodate dogs with a well-maintained dog park on the premises. Most campgrounds in the area enforce standard pet policies requiring leashes when outside, proper waste disposal, and keeping pets attended. Diamond Lakes Regional Park Campground provides tent and RV camping with picnic tables and electric hookups for pet owners. Aiken State Park Campground offers more natural surroundings with pet-friendly trails and water access points. Karen's Escape provides a flat, wide-open lot for RVs with pets, located minutes from downtown Aiken. These dog-friendly campsites near Beech Island typically allow up to two pets per site, though specific pet amenity offerings vary considerably between locations.
"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 ❤️"
"We camped in one of the tent only walk-in sites located on a peninsula jutting into the lake. We had a ton of stuff, not realizing it was an uphill and pretty long trek, but it was totally worth it."
"Surrounded by water. Camping and boating paradise. Immaculate grounds and facilities. Water and electric and gray water dumps at each site. Washer and dryer."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $190 / night
"With lake access on virtually every spot you’ll wake up to amazing views and great days in the sun. Almost every spot has a walkable path to the water."
"Lakeside lot with incredible space. Dog friendly and they enjoyed being able to go for a swim right outside of the camper."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $18 - $50 / night
from $15 / night
"There is no bath house or laundry on premises but there is a very nice dog park."
"The park is close to I-20 and I-520 so there is easy on/off and it is a great place for an overnight if you are just traveling thru."
"Pet friendly and great staff. Nice playground and horseshoes area as well!"
"There was plenty of room to run for the dogs. Our 50 Amp site was level and spacious. Laundry machines on site and private showers! The bathhouse was very clean!"
from $30 - $50 / night
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 / night
"The campground is pet friendly and they have laundry room rooms and bathrooms on site friendly staff."
from $25 - $525 / night
"Dogs aren’t allowed on beach area but we found our own great spot within the park that allowed them to swim and cool off with us!"
"Lots of RVs and pull behinds. Sites were well spaced. We had 15 and it was great, I would stay at the same site again. Water and electric at all sites. Access to water from majority of sites."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $64 / night
GuideI spent one night here 10-18-26 as I was passing through. The area is a open field with no designated sites. Milo and I were the only ones there. Nice and quite. Beautiful place if you have water and electric. In the morning some boaters were launching as I was packing up. No issues.
I would definitely stay again if passing through.
RangerPetersburg is a campground with million dollar views that has become a forgotten asset of the federal government.
The property is mostly overgrown and landscape maintenance appears to be a forgotten concept, like bathhouse maintenance.
On a positive note it has been reported that the government is approving funds to restart the modernization of these once great recreation locations.
ScoutWhen I got here I was told that it was all private property
ScoutThe neighbors are fantastic. The management is fantastic.
We love it here.
LegendHickory Knob SP CG is tucked along the shores of Lake Thurmond in South Carolina’s rolling countryside, where the pine trees stand tall, the crickets sing backup, and life slows to a more reasonable pace. It’s the only South Carolina SP with a full resort feel – which means campers get the perks of a golf course, lodge, and restaurant nearby, without losing that back-to-nature atmosphere that makes pitching a tent or leveling out an RV worth the trouble. First impressions? Think peaceful lake views with just enough activity around to keep things lively but never hectic.
The campground itself offers a mix of RV and tent sites, with electric and water hookups for the comfort crowd and wooded, shaded spaces for the purists. Campsites are fairly roomy, with picnic tables, fire rings, and enough tree cover to keep your morning coffee shaded until you’re good and ready to face the day. Bathhouses are clean and well-kept ... nothing spa-like, but not the kind where you walk out wondering if you need a tetanus shot either. Navigation is straightforward, though larger rigs should take it slow on the curves. And here’s a bonus: campers can stroll over to the resort-style amenities like a swimming pool, tennis courts and even the on-site restaurant if they’re tired of hot dogs and s’mores.
The surrounding fun is where Hickory Knob shines. Lake Thurmond offers ample space for boating, fishing, kayaking and swimming, with more shoreline than your GPS can keep track of. The park itself has miles of hiking and biking trails that snake through pine forest and offer glimpses of deer, wild turkeys, and the occasional heron. For the golfers in the crowd, the 18-hole course is the centerpiece here – where else can you balance your day between kayaking coves in the morning and working on your short game in the afternoon? The nearby town of McCormick provides groceries, a few dining options and that small-town charm that feels refreshingly unhurried.
Insider Tips: (1) The waterfront campsites are the gems with west-facing spots for those Technicolor sunsets (but you'll want to book early if you can, because everyone has the same idea, right?); (2) Don’t feel like cooking? Head on over to the Hickory Knob Lodge restaurant, which while nothing fancy, this joint has solid Southern comfort food that tastes even better after a day outdoors; (3) Kayakers should launch near the group lodge cove where it’s calmer water with prime birdwatching opportunities; (4) If you like a side of nostalgia with your dessert, swing by Michelle’s in McCormick for classic Southern diner plates and pie that’ll make you rethink diets; (5) Want a 'higher' perspective? Sites further inland sit at slightly higher elevation, meaning more shade, although fewer lake views, but less wind off the water, so choose based on your style of camping comfort.
Happy Camping!
ScoutWhen we got there, another family was in our space. They said the one they reserved was overgrown with brush (a few were). We tried to call to have it resolved but no one to call. We ended up having to pick another site that was empty. That portion was very stressful after a long drive to get there. Experience was okay, the water is down a good bit right now.
GuideWe had a very nice long weekend on site 32. The sites are large and clean, the park is easy to maneuver. The water level was really low but we were still able to get our Pontoon boat in and out of the boat ramp and pulled ashore right at our site.
RangerLet me say that we have stayed at several of the COE campgrounds in this area.
We felt that it had a lot of potential to be an extremely beautiful park but has been neglected in a few ways.
Understanding that this campground like some others in the area suffered damage from a recent hurricane and that the necessary cleanup and recovery can be a long process, much of the needs of Ridge Road appear to be neglect.
The sites and general areas are immensely overgrown and in desperate need of maintenance, and while the bathhouses are in need of renovation, general attention to cleanliness and pest control (a lot of large, live, spiders) would serve them well.
We hope the park will get the attention it needs and look forward to returning.
TravelerThe campsites are spread out. Each features a fire ring, picnic table and power/water hookups. Most sites are on the water. All of them are shaded. Summer months are the busiest. Almost no one comes in the winter. It's very serene.
Camping opportunities around Beech Island extend across the South Carolina-Georgia border with terrain including pine forests, lakeshores, and open plains. The area's mild winters and hot summers make year-round camping possible, though spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 300-500 feet above sea level with relatively flat, accessible terrain.
Water activities at Thurmond Lake: At Petersburg - J Strom Thurmond Lake, you'll find extensive water recreation options. "Access to sites are easy. Almost all are pull through. They're also pretty well spaced out for privacy and plenty of space for each site," notes Alex C. The lake provides swimming, boating, and fishing opportunities.
Hiking trails: Mistletoe State Park Campground offers multiple hiking options of varying difficulty. "For the hikers the trails are great, and very in difficulty to keep things fun and the backwoods hiking camp sights were great," shares Chad H. The park also features backwoods tent sites for those seeking a more remote experience.
Nature observation: Many campgrounds in the region support wildlife viewing. "We saw lots of wild life, lots of stars at night (gets really dark at night)," a camper at Mistletoe State Park reports. Bird watching is particularly productive near water access points throughout spring and summer.
Spacious waterfront sites: Modoc - J Strom Thurmond Lake features sites with lake access. "Lake facing sites well spaced apart makes it feel as if you have the forest and lake to yourself," explains Candy H. Many campers appreciate the privacy between sites.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathhouses. "Bath houses are older but clean," notes one Modoc camper. Another adds, "We had our section of the campground all to ourselves. Quiet beautiful good fishing, minimal bugs, waded in the sandy edge of the lake."
Quiet atmosphere: Many campgrounds maintain peaceful environments. At Heritage RV Park, campers find a calm setting. "Simple but had everything and was clean," reports Kathy H. This park offers convenient access to Augusta while maintaining a quiet atmosphere.
Seasonal considerations: Water levels fluctuate significantly throughout the year. At Mistletoe State Park, one camper observed: "The water access at sites #2 & #4 is nice but it is not a real beach — it is all large rocks for the most part and they were very slippery even when dry so be careful. The water level was also extremely low when I was there."
Site selection matters: Research specific sites before booking. "Site 23 is spacious, and although it backs to the road, there is minimal traffic on it," shares Jay B. about Aiken State Park Campground. Different loops offer varying levels of privacy and amenities.
Limited cell coverage: Reception varies significantly between campgrounds. "We stayed in GA and SC sides of the lake and two out of three have great cell coverage on ATT and Verizon - this one is great in that regard. Guess it can vary from site to site, so check it out," advises Kevin H. about Modoc.
Kid-friendly water access: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Beech Island offer designated swimming areas. "The Park Host do a fantastic job with keeping this park clean with multiple bath houses and a large amount of community space," notes a camper at Mistletoe State Park. However, be aware that "Dogs aren't allowed on beach area but we found our own great spot within the park that allowed them to swim and cool off with us!" at Modoc.
Educational activities: Look for ranger programs during summer months. "We spent 7 nights. Our second ACE campground and liked it even more than the first. Large spread out campground so could bike and hike right in and from the park," shares one camper about Petersburg.
Playground options: Made in the Shade RV Park and Campground offers "Nice playground and horseshoes area" according to Kelley M. Several other campgrounds provide recreational facilities designed for children.
Level sites available: For RVers seeking dog-friendly campgrounds near Beech Island, site leveling is rarely an issue. "Our 50 Amp site was level and spacious. Laundry machines on site and private showers!" shares Jan W. about Made in the Shade RV Park. Most parks accommodate larger rigs with minimal effort.
Hookup variations: Research the specific utilities you need. "All sites have water, electric hookups, plenty of road side gray water dumps between sights and TWO dump stations," reports a camper at Mistletoe State Park. Not all parks offer sewer connections at individual sites.
Road conditions: Access roads vary between parks. "All the roads are wide and easy to navigate. The sites are level and we had no problem fitting our RV and tow car in a back-in site," notes Nancy W. about Heritage RV Park. Most campgrounds in the region can accommodate larger rigs, though primitive areas may have access limitations.
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