Best Tent Camping near Bishopville, SC

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Best Tent Sites Near Bishopville, SC (4)

    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    1. Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    28 Reviews
    100 Photos
    2 Saves
    Gadsden, South Carolina

    Overview

    This campground is located just off the park entrance road, approximately __ mile before the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, in a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest. This campground is located at a higher elevation than the floodplain and is not subject to the flooding events that occur regularly in other parts of the park.__

    Recreation

    Campers with reservations at the Longleaf Campground have easy access to the park___s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center by car or by hiking on the Longleaf Trail. At the visitor center you can access the Boardwalk and find information on other trails to plan your trip into the old-growth forest of Congaree National Park. Those who would like to explore and experience Congaree via canoe or kayak can launch from one of the park's two landings, located between 5-10 minutes by car from the campground.__

    Facilities

    Campers with reservations at the Longleaf Campground have easy access to the park___s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center by car or by hiking on the Longleaf Trail. At the visitor center you can access the Boardwalk and find information on other trails to plan your trip into the old-growth forest of Congaree National Park. Those who would like to explore and experience Congaree via canoe or kayak can launch from one of the park's two landings, located between 5-10 minutes by car from the campground.__

    Natural Features

    Located in a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest, campsites are surrounded by pines and other trees. Campsites are generally in shade for large parts of the day. An open field in the middle of the campground is available for use by campers throughout the day, and this location offers campers excellent opportunities for observing wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and the occasional southern fox squirrel.__

    Nearby Attractions

    Congaree National Park is located near many attractions including state parks, forests and parks. The city of Columbia is a short drive from the park and offers access to many attractions including museums, city parks and shopping.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping

    2. Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping

    2 Reviews
    17 Photos
    7 Saves
    Patrick, South Carolina

    Camping is restricted to youth organizations involved in outdoor skills development or learning. A Special Use Permit is required. Each group/organization will complete a service project determined by the refuge manager or provide a copy of research/species list of the organization is a class group. A fire ring is provided, however if the refuge is under fire danger/drought conditions, open fires will be prohibited.

    Any other recreational group or research activity not specifically mentioned above may require a Special Use Permit. Please contact the refuge manager for more information or to apply for a Special Use Permit. Email us at carolinasandhills@fws.gov. All provisions of Title 50 Code of Federal Regulations apply.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Blythewood Acres
    Camper-submitted photo from Blythewood Acres
    Camper-submitted photo from Blythewood Acres
    Camper-submitted photo from Blythewood Acres
    Camper-submitted photo from Blythewood Acres
    Camper-submitted photo from Blythewood Acres

    3. Blythewood Acres

    1 Review
    8 Photos
    4 Saves
    Blythewood, South Carolina

    5 min from downtown Blythewood and exit 27 on I-77

    Water/Sewer/Power (20/30/50 pedestals) provided.

    Daily/Weekly/Monthly rates available

    Rural land in Blythewood down long driveway with locked gate. Circle drive, water connection from on-site well & septic dump station are available.

    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $45 - $55 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Bluff Hike In Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bluff Hike In Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bluff Hike In Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bluff Hike In Campground — Congaree National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bluff Hike In Campground — Congaree National Park

    4. Bluff Hike In Campground — Congaree National Park

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    5 Photos
    2 Saves
    Gadsden, South Carolina

    Overview

    This is a hike-in campground that is located at the intersection of the Bluff and Firefly Trails, approximately 1 mile from both the Harry Hampton Visitor Center and the Longleaf Campground. It is surrounded by a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest. This campground is located at a higher elevation than the floodplain and is not subject to the flooding events that occur regularly in other parts of the park.

    Recreation

    Campers with reservations at the Bluff Campground have easy access to the park___s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, boardwalk, and other hiking trails via either the Firefly or Bluff Trails. At the visitor center you find information on other trails to plan your trip into the old-growth forest of Congaree National Park. Those who would like to explore and experience Congaree via canoe or kayak can launch from one of the park's two landings, located between 5-10 minutes by car from the visitor center.

    Facilities

    Campers with reservations at the Bluff Campground have easy access to the park___s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, boardwalk, and other hiking trails via either the Firefly or Bluff Trails. At the visitor center you find information on other trails to plan your trip into the old-growth forest of Congaree National Park. Those who would like to explore and experience Congaree via canoe or kayak can launch from one of the park's two landings, located between 5-10 minutes by car from the visitor center.

    Natural Features

    Campsites are located on the edges of an open, grassy clearing in the mixed pine/hardwood forest, and is adjacent to an area currently undergoing restoration to a longleaf pine grassland/savanna. Depending on the time of day, sites may be the sun during the morning or afternoon/evening hours. This location offers opportunities to observe wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and other wildlife.

    contact_info

    For facility specific information, please call (803) 647-3970.

    Nearby Attractions

    Congaree National Park is located near many attractions including state parks, forests and parks. The city of Columbia is a short drive from the park and offers access to many attractions including museums, city parks and shopping.

    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $10 / night


Recent Tent Reviews in Bishopville

277 Reviews of 4 Bishopville Campgrounds


  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park
    Nov. 17, 2024

    Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    Small campground, walk in only

    Ten site campground, all walk in. Sites 1 and 2 fairly short distance to walk. Campsites are spacious and clean. Pit toilets and solar powered device charger available in parking lot. Easy distance to access visitor center and main trails.

  • Katrin M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
    Nov. 3, 2024

    Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

    Big campground on the lake

    We camped here over the weekend with the pups. The state park has 2 different campgrounds. We decided for the Lakeshore one. It's pretty big with over 100 campsites. They have the usual amenities like fire pit, and picnic table with bench. Our was private, but the sites in the middle are not. The bathhouse was very clean with nice hot showers. The park has several trails, a visitor center, cabins on the water, at least 2 boat ramps with a bait shop. There are no trash cans near the campsites, there is one big dumpster at the entrance of the campground. It's about 1.30h to Folly Beach. We would definitely camp here again.

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cane Creek Park
    Oct. 22, 2024

    Cane Creek Park

    Great spot for families

    Awesome spot for families and multiple night stays. Family environment comes with more noise but as long as you are expecting it you won’t be disappointed.

  • Tracie S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wateree State Park Campground
    May. 12, 2024

    Lake Wateree State Park Campground

    Our Favorite Getaway

    This is one of our favorite spots! We can boat, fish, ride our golf cart, hang out by the fire and just enjoy the moment. It also has wonderful handicap accommodations. Hands down one of our favorites!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park Campground
    May. 11, 2024

    Poinsett State Park Campground

    Great camp site!

    We stayed here for our son’s first birthday, in campsite 30! It was beautiful and we felt like we had plenty of privacy. Our site had a trail attached to the back of it which was really nice for hiking and it was perfect distance from the bathroom! On the topic of the bathroom, the toilets were CLEAN! And I mean we were there for 24 hours and the bathroom was cleaned at least twice. Really nice, they might look a little scary on the outside though but don’t mind that any bit.

    For people that love hammocks, site 29 (right next to ours) has a bunch of perfect hammock trees. If we go again we will try to stay in that spot! Great place to stay.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
    Mar. 13, 2024

    Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

    Small and peaceful under the pines

    We stopped heading south and north along I-95 to and from Florida.  Very easy off and on I-95.  Plenty of available spaces in off-season.  The campground is small and quiet.  Camp Host was very helpful. Sites were spaced reasonably far apart but there is no privacy between.  Not all sites have a water view, but most appeared fairly level. Not all sites have sewer access.  Our only complaint was lots of smoke from campfires and grills. Would stay again.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Florence RV Park
    Jan. 25, 2024

    Florence RV Park

    Great for traveling

    Great for a pull through spot right off I-95 while traveling! Campground is beautiful and clean, with a pond, park, large laundry room, and easy access dump station. Staff was very friendly and got me a spot right away for a good price. There are spots for every size camper. Only downside is it gets a bit messy/ muddy if it’s raining.

  • Kristen S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
    Dec. 7, 2023

    Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

    Peaceful, good trails

    We were at site 46, which is near the entrance and the camp host. Short walk to the bathhouse directly behind. Site has good trees for a hammock and near a path down to the lake for fishing/picnic/swimming. Beware there is a sharp drop off across from the site, so make sure whoever is backing in has a spotter out front.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wateree State Park Campground
    Nov. 1, 2023

    Lake Wateree State Park Campground

    Nice campground

    Nice campground right on the lake. The nicest shower house I have ever seen. This is the standard we base all other campgrounds. Staff and everyone around were super nice

  • Victoria F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Country Lane
    Oct. 23, 2023

    Country Lane

    Family friendly!

    I am the owner of this property and we adore it here! Come meet our family, sit by the fire, enjoy a nice quiet time with lots of space for your kids or furbabies to run! We are fenced in on all sides and surrounded by woods! There is a public landfill 1/2 mile away and there is a Dollar General 1/2 mile away!

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Country Lane
    Oct. 13, 2023

    Country Lane

    Local Convenient Overnight Spot

    Jake from the Dyrt here! Country Lane is a great local spot with a convenient location for an overnight stay.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Santee Lakes KOA
    Jul. 2, 2023

    Santee Lakes KOA

    Nice, no frills, stop over campsite

    We stopped here for a night on our way back to Florida. We were on C5 which was a very large pull through and relatively level. We did not even have to bring out our leveling blocks, the auto leveler was able to handle it well. Power was stable and water pressure was good. Only things we did not like is that every site was just dirt and there was not much shade at our site.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Florence RV Park
    Jul. 1, 2023

    Florence RV Park

    Drive-By RV Parking Lot Community

    This spot is so close to I95 (look for exit 169) that you’ll both feel and hear the swoosh of passing by traffic 24/7. So, while you’ll incur ease and convenience, that will come at a cost (privacy and quietude being what you will sacrifice most).  Located in the NE pocket of the Palmetto State, Florence RV Park, while not a destination per se, could be a nice (and incredibly easy) layover on your trip destination to anywhere else up or down this major east coast highway artery.

    Despite the location, this spot has a lot to offer: an intimate little public pool behind the management office, WiFi hotspots, dog park, scattered picnic tables (in pretty good condition), kid’s playground, 20 / 30 / 50 amp hook-ups, dump station, dog walk area, catch & release fishing pond, propane refueling station, vending machines, small pond for fishing, basketball court, volleyball, badminton and horseshoe rings. There’s even 4-5 log cabins for rent at the front of the property (with full access to all the highway noise) and of course, good old fashioned on-site laundry facilities along with a mini-store that has most of the basics covered as well as fairly spartan shower / bathing facilities. 

    Insider’s tip? Here's a few: (1) The further east you are on the property, all the better as you’ll be positioned as far away from I95 traffic and noise; (2) If tent camping, I highly recommend spots #A7 – A13 and if you are RV’ing I recommend #L9 – L18 as well as any of the locations on J, K and F11 – F16; (3) There’s a lot to explore near here, from the Grand Strand of South Carolina, of course, Myrtle Beach and even Darlington Raceway, so if you don’t mind the overpopulated location with its westerly view of non-stop traffic, then this could be a good place to stop for the night or from which to launch your exploration of the area; (4) If you’ve looked at this RV campground’s website, don’t be fooled by the pictures – I don’t think any of them were actually taken of the place, save for the pond, and that was a close-up; and (5) If you are looking for a nearby spot to sample the local fare, I recommend checking out The Drive-In Restaurant with its 50s era nostalgia, big juicy burgers, fried everything, homemade onion rings and thick, creamy chocolate shakes.

    Happy Camping!

  • Mark B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from RV's Acres (he's the dog)
    Jun. 27, 2023

    RV's Acres (he's the dog)

    A little off the beaten path, but well worth the effort.

    Several 30amp sites with on-site water & plenty of space for more dispersed type off-grid camping.  I've been staying here for 3 or 4 years and every time it's been a very pleasant experience.  The last time I was here (4 days ago) 2 does & a fawn came lopping /walking through the property. There is a beautiful private pond on property and the owner does allow catch/release.

    In summary, I highly recommend this campground. It's well worth the short drive off the Interstate.

    RV - the owner prefers chicken jerky treats broken up very small.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kaleidoscope Farm
    Jun. 15, 2023

    Kaleidoscope Farm

    Nice quiet site close to town

    Site and hosts were nice. It was easily accessible(made it in a lowered mustang). The site was pretty clean and had firewood cut and ready to go for is.

    Not far from the roadway so not quiet and isolated if that’s what you were looking for. We weren’t and the quick in and out was perfect.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Sesquicentennial State Park Campground
    May. 21, 2023

    Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    Cute park convenient to Columbia

    We stayed in loop 2 at site 48 for 2 nights at the end of April. Chose this campground because we had an event in Columbia that we had to attend on our way back from a trip to Florida so we needed a place to stay for a few nights. The site was level with a gravel drive and parking area. Lots of pines all around but the site was clear enough for easy parking. No sewer hookups. There was water but we had some trouble getting the pressure just right. Really good tv signal since the campground is right outside of the city. Only a 20-30 minute drive down the highway. The part of town you go through to get there is a bit rundown (not bad by any means but you wouldn’t know there was a park nearby). The park itself it quite lovely. There’s a small lake that rents paddle boats and kayaks. A nice camp store. Cute park and splash pad. I actually wish we could have stayed longer. We have family nearby and will probably stay here next time we visit. I would recommend visiting if you want a quiet low key getaway.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lynches River County Park
    Mar. 8, 2023

    Lynches River County Park

    Relaxing stop along our route

    What a gem of a little campground. Stopped here 2 nights driving from NC to LA. I was the only person here those 2 nights. This place feels off grid with the convenience of hookups. Despite being small, it was very clean, everything worked as expected. Archery range, trails, nature center. Would come back here just to stay!

    Decent cell coverage. I stayed in site 1, there was a big clearing where I dropped the starlink - had great connection the entire visit.

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park
    Feb. 24, 2023

    Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    Great day adventure

    Me and my wife had a great time on the trail. Close to 4 miles long, and pretty easy. Great for a day adventure, or excercise. There is also a nature facility located at the trail head that provides knowledge of the area, and the wildlife.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blythewood Acres
    Jan. 19, 2023

    Blythewood Acres

    Level Sites

    Ashley here with The Dyrt, welcoming your host Mark! Water, sewer, power and dump station on site! These sites are level and waiting for your RV. Book them today and leave them some love.



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