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Campgrounds around Union, South Carolina range from primitive sites to full-service facilities, primarily concentrated in the Sumter National Forest area. Sedalia Campground, located directly in Union, offers tent, RV, and glamping options with primitive amenities. Within driving distance, campers can access Croft State Park in Spartanburg, Brick House Campground in the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests, and several private RV parks. The mixed-use campgrounds typically accommodate both tent and vehicle camping, with varying levels of hookups and amenities.
Access to camping areas varies seasonally, with weather conditions affecting site usability, particularly at primitive locations. Most established campgrounds like Croft State Park remain open year-round, while primitive camping areas may have seasonal limitations. Many campsites feature gravel surfaces which can present challenges for tent campers. Facilities range from fully-equipped state parks with electric and water hookups to basic forest service campgrounds with vault toilets and limited amenities. As one visitor noted about Sedalia Campground, "Nice, quiet campground. Has fire pit and access to running water. No picnic tables and has vaulted toilets. But very nice place to get away from stress of life."
Campground experiences in the region typically include opportunities for water recreation, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Croft State Park features lake access with fishing docks and boat rentals, plus extensive trail networks for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The primitive camping areas in Sumter National Forest provide a more secluded experience, though amenities are minimal. Several visitors mentioned the affordability of forest service campgrounds, with Sedalia's sites available for "$5 single or $10 group" according to user feedback. Hunters frequently use these forest service campgrounds, particularly during deer and turkey seasons when sites can become crowded. Many campgrounds in the region feature central grassy areas for activities, with both individual and group camping options available. Water access, when available, is consistently mentioned as a highlight in camper reviews.
"37 ft pull behind and we stayed at the upper campground (not the lakeside) close to the trail that takes you down to the creek for a swim."
"Head back to the end of the camping loop away from the office and find a trail that leads down to a nice swimming creek. Great place for exploring all over the park."
"Mostly away from everyone and was right next to a 9 mile loop hiking trail. Had a great stay in our roof top tent and will be back"
"Quick last minute camping trip we didn’t want to drive hours away from home. This was fairly close and one of the few places to all booked up for the weekend."
from $5 / night
Check Availability"Has fire pit and access to running water . No picnic tables and has vaulted toilets . But very nice place to get away from stress of life . Definitely will be back"
"If you're a road cyclist this is heaven, and some decent trail riding down to the lakes. Just be aware that there are no picnic tables. Still it's cheap and close to where we live in Spartanburg."
"Was able to contact them for anything via text or walk into office when open. Beautiful restrooms kept clean and had a combination lock on them. Will definitely stay there again when in the area."
"There is an acre of catch and release pond, a playground and jump pad for kids, a pool, some trails, several things to do."
from $40 - $55 / night
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Check Availability"ICC is a nice place just over the NC border on I85 in SC. Very close to Charlotte and Greenville areas. Lots of southern pines provided shade."
"Our site was very level and tucked back in the corner of the campground. If we are ever in the area again we would definitely stay here again."
from $40 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Tucked away just outside the historic cut of Chester, SC this park has a lot to offer, hiking trails, exploring, fishing, kayaking its great. It's our favorite little get away."
"The lake from the campground has a fairly new access via a ADA compliant walkway with lighting leading to swings, benches and Adirondack chairs surrounding a rock fire pit."
from $7 - $14 / night
Check Availability"When not in the side, a short walk takes you to the Trading Post, a small store selling firewood ($7), ice, souvenirs, and sundries. Next to that is a large playground connected to a pavilion."
"There are lots of trails close to the campground with one around a lake and a stream off of it. Facilities were very well maintained."
from $13 - $31 / night
Check Availability"Supplies can be picked up roughly 15 to 30 minutes away from the campground."
"The campground is in a convenient location for exploring the national forest and spending time outdoors. I appreciated the level of care that went into keeping the facilities tidy and comfortable."
ScoutI have stayed at brickhouse multiple times, and will stay again in the future. It’s always quiet, and relaxing! No potable water, so make sure you bring plenty with you, no bath houses, only privy toilets.
TravelerI stayed for weeks in May 2026. The campground is easy to get to, with the non-seasonal sites convenient to the restroom, which is a well maintained vault toilet. The water spigot is there too. The wooded sites are pleasantly separate and equipped with only a fire ring, so bring any tables and chairs you may need. I had Verizon and had barely any connection at all. Starlink worked ok. Solar power is in short supply due to trees.
ScoutWe stayed here because of the proximity to Charlotte. Big rig friendly and FHU. Only wish they had a swimming area!
ScoutMy son and I had an amazing experience. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. There are lots of fishing and kayaking opportinities. We highly recommend it as a place to visit any time of the year.
RangerA lot of the sites are situated for RVs. If you want to hammock camp, absolutely grab site T-15. It's spacious, private, and has a lot of water frontage. It's a terrible tent site but a perfect hammock site.
ScoutThis is a nice park, it does have a few blind curves that could be fixed and many of the sites aren’t level. The dump station is down this weekend, so a second dump station may be a good idea. It looks like people are having fun at the lake, and using the shelter beside it.
GuideThe park is in a great location near Greenville and it's beautiful, but there are things to consider. It's a small campground with just a few sites. Many of which are not even close to level and they're all fairly small. In addition, the road is narrow and winding, so overall it's not the best choice for .medium to large rvs. The bathroom/ shower was clean but the stall door locks are both broken so the doors don't close. The staff is very nice and it's very peaceful. It's a great park for tent camping or small rvs like teardrops. There aren't many camping options near Greenville. I hope the state invests in upgrades for this valuable park.
GuideThis is a great spot for a quick overnight or chill spot to camp in a pinch! Easy access, road not too bumpy or rough, very flat in parking lot for posting up. We arrived after dark and it was quite easy to navigate.
Although we didn’t stay to do the Palmetto trail hike, it was gorgeous and tranquil in the morning. Despite not having amenities, there were 2 clean port a potties right in the lot.
Overall was quiet however there were about 4 trains that rolled by in the evening (quite loud) but didn’t wake us up late at night or early in the morning. There are a lot of frogs as well but not so loud that it disturbed our slumber.
Cell service was good and had no problem texting or using internet.
Would definitely stay again!
ScoutI've been volunteering here since October 2025. Beautiful lake and beautiful campground. Nice selection of full service sites as well as non sewer sites. Also has primitive camping area for groups and individuals.
Sites in the main campground are small and close together to suit me
Camping sites near Union, South Carolina range from basic primitive areas to family-oriented private campgrounds within 30-45 minutes of town. The region sits at the edge of the Piedmont plateau and features rolling terrain with elevations averaging 500-700 feet. Summer temperatures frequently exceed 90°F with high humidity, while winter camping conditions remain relatively mild with occasional freezing nights.
Hiking trail access: Chester State Park offers well-marked trails that run along the lake edge. The trails provide opportunities for wildlife viewing and nature photography. As one visitor noted, "There is a short hiking trail (less than a mile) through the woods and plenty of green space in front of some of the pull-thrus."
Disc golf courses: Chester State Park features a professional disc golf course on site. A camper mentioned, "Also there is a professional disc golf course on site." This provides an alternative recreation option when not fishing or hiking.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple parks offer fishing access, including lakes and ponds. At Croft State Park Campground, visitors can fish in the on-site lake. One camper shared, "Nice hiking around lake, fishing, and boat rental. Saw some turtles while paddling, and there were frogs and lots of fireflies near our campsite."
Equestrian facilities: Horse trails and facilities are available at Kings Mountain and several forest service campgrounds. According to one reviewer at Kings Mountain, "Perfect for equestrian as most of the trails are horse friendly and there is a large arena free to use. The barn is clean as well and provides stall shavings for a small fee."
Peaceful environment: Brick House Campground offers quiet, secluded camping in the national forest. As one camper reported, "Spent a week here and really enjoying it. Has 21 spots. All have legal gravel pads, fire rings with grill bars. 5.00 to me is great for the peace and quiet."
Clean facilities: Private campgrounds typically maintain cleaner bathrooms and showers than primitive sites. A visitor at Pine Ridge Campground noted, "Cleanest bathhouse I've ever seen and laundry facility great! We will definitely be back!"
Affordable options: National forest campgrounds provide budget-friendly alternatives. A camper at Brick House Campground stated, "This place is pretty cool it had lost of stuff to do tent sight has water and power a picnic tables and a rustic fire pit. We paid $37/night(with the KOA member discount)."
Nature encounters: Campers frequently mention wildlife viewing opportunities. A visitor to Croft State Park shared, "Saw some turtles while paddling, and there were frogs and lots of fireflies near our campsite. We enjoyed seeing the equestrian visitors too."
Site conditions vary significantly: Many campgrounds have uneven or challenging sites. A camper at Kings Mountain reported, "Many camping sites are very much in need of leveling. Sites slope from left to right, front to back, and some slope in both ways."
Hunting season impacts: Forest service campgrounds experience increased usage during hunting seasons. At Brick House Campground, a camper noted, "Camp ground used by hunters alot. Horse trail and hinking here. Valt toilets. Arrived after hunting season, informed was busy then."
Access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. One reviewer mentioned about Kings Mountain, "The road into the campground is narrow, hilly and windy. We were able to do it in our 32 foot class A, but luckily no one was coming the other direction."
Water availability: Not all campgrounds offer potable water. A visitor to Woods Ferry Campground advised, "There is running water and a pit toilet. Otherwise, you will have to take everything else in that you need."
Playground access: Iron City Campground features kid-friendly facilities. A visitor shared, "Our 12 year old son loves the pool and being able to ride his electric bike around the campground. The host does a great job lining up activities including Kona Ice for the campers on Saturday's."
Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer pools or swimming access. As one camper noted about Iron City, "Small Family owned campground. Perfect for a small family getaway for a long weekend. We loved coming here on our long breaks and just escaping from reality and swimming in the beautiful pool!"
Organized activities: Some private campgrounds schedule regular events. A visitor to Pine Ridge Campground mentioned, "Plenty of fantastic amenities, cleanest bathhouse I've ever seen and a great pool make this a great place to stay. Add on all the activities they plan for big holiday weekends and this place is a no brainer."
Safety considerations: Campgrounds vary in seclusion and accessibility. A camper at Sedalia Campground advised, "If you want to get away from civilization, this might be the place to camp. However, it is beside a road, but the road is not used very much since it is a national forest road."
Site selection: Choose sites carefully based on size and hookup placement. A camper at Kings Mountain noted, "Some sites are listed as RV sites but are half as large as they need to be to accommodate a medium size RV."
Leveling challenges: Many sites in the area require significant leveling. One visitor shared, "Lots of sites could use some attention. Tangled tree roots, water ruts. Muddy when it rains. They don't put gravel often."
Hookup configurations: RVers should be prepared for unusual utility placements. A reviewer mentioned, "The electric and water are in odd spots on each site. Luckily we were on one of the rare fairly level sites."
Road conditions: Access roads can be challenging for larger RVs. One camper advised about a national forest campground, "Beware of the giant pothole when turning off the 66 onto the Brickhouse Road. We hit it and it jarred the trailer so much it broke our back window."
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I rent an RV in Union, South Carolina?
While Union itself has limited RV rental options, you can find rentals in surrounding areas. Consider checking rental services near Dreher Island State Park Campground, as it's a popular destination for RV campers with full hookup sites and lakeside camping. Some visitors report renting camper cabins directly at the park as an alternative to bringing your own RV. Newberry / I-26 / Sumter NF KOA may also have rental information, as KOA locations often partner with or know local RV rental companies.
What are the best campgrounds near Union, South Carolina?
Several excellent campgrounds are within driving distance of Union. Croft State Park Campground offers spacious sites for RVs up to 37 feet, extensive hiking and biking trails, and creek swimming access. Chester State Park Campground is another nearby option, particularly well-suited for RVs and travel trailers with decent facilities, though tent campers should note the rocky terrain at some sites. Both parks provide a peaceful outdoor experience within a reasonable drive from Union.
What camping sites in Union offer the best amenities for families?
Paris Mountain State Park Campground is ideal for families, featuring clean bathrooms with nice showers, level campsites, and scenic surroundings. The park offers free firewood with donation and has friendly staff. For a water-focused family adventure, Lake Greenwood State Park Campground provides spacious, well-separated campsites along the lakeshore. The lake accommodates various water activities from boating and jet skiing to kayaking and tubing, making it perfect for families looking to combine camping with water recreation.
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