Best RV Parks & Resorts near Calhoun Falls, SC

Several RV parks near Calhoun Falls provide lakefront camping on Lake Thurmond and Lake Hartwell. Big Water Marina & RV Park offers 40 sites with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections for motorhomes and travel trailers. Most sites at Plum Branch RV Park feature 50-amp electrical service and sewer hookups across its 45 gravel sites, though "newish pad was still soft but pretty level. Sewer pipes stick out a good 6 or 8 inches," according to one camper. Thousand Trails Carolina Landing in Fair Play accommodates large RVs with big-rig friendly pull-through sites, though some reviewers note the campground feels crowded during peak season with limited privacy between neighboring sites.

Seasonal considerations affect RV camping availability throughout the region. Many lakefront parks like Hamilton Branch State Park operate year-round but fill quickly during summer and fall color seasons. Full-service dump stations are available at most established parks, though older facilities may have limited capacity during busy weekends. Cell service varies significantly—Verizon typically provides the strongest coverage with speeds up to 44 Mbps reported at Plum Branch, while T-Mobile shows weak or no signal in more remote locations. Most parks welcome pets but enforce leash requirements. Propane refill services are limited near campgrounds; RVers should plan to arrive with tanks filled or travel to larger towns for refueling options.

Best RV Sites Near Calhoun Falls, South Carolina (93)

    1. Tiger Stripes RV Campsites & Tailgate, LLC

    2 Reviews
    Pendleton, SC
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 467-3431

    $59 - $69 / night

    "There are beautiful cabanas by the pool with plenty of seating and lots of picnic tables to enjoy lunch by the new pool! Two laundry rooms on site and restrooms with showers are a great bonus."

    "Peaceful, clean, great pool and pavilion's.  Very golf cart friendly. Close to downtown Pendleton and Clemson University. Tammy has been great and always keeps us up to date and informed."

    2. Big Water Marina & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Hartwell, GA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 226-3339

    $25 - $50 / night

    "My family and I enjoyed camping on the beach here by the lake. The campground had a lot to offer. There was a restaurant/bar , playground, Marina, stage with live bands."

    "Most of the camp spots are not shaded, but right on the water. Boat rentals are available as well as paddle boards and kayaks."

    3. Thousand Trails Carolina Landing

    15 Reviews
    Fair Play, SC
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "We are under a WiFi pole and have good signal and usable internet. It was actually worth paying for. There is a boat launch but, it is hard to get to and down a large, steep incline."

    "There was trash in our fire ring and the picnic table at our site should probably be put out of its misery."

    4. Pointes West Army Resort

    6 Reviews
    J. Strom Thurmond Lake, GA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 541-1057

    $7 - $25 / night

    "Fifth wheel with ease with little assistance from a park host. The only reason why I didn't give a 5 star was because we were very close to neighbors."

    "Very clean facility, awesome cope course"

    5. Plum Branch RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Plum Branch, SC
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 484-6365

    $45 - $50 / night

    "Still being upgraded, so newish pad was still soft but pretty level. Sewer pipes stick out a good 6 or 8 inches."

    "This campground is very quiet and right near the water. I enjoyed it and would stay again."

    6. The Point at Lake Hartwell

    5 Reviews
    Townville, SC
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 287-3223

    $47 - $97 / night

    "Fantastic owners, great rates, lakefront property, private boat dock, next door to a boat ramp, lake vibe restaurant with live bands, (seasonal), mere minutes from nearly anything one could want, delivery"

    "Such a great carefree, quiet and peaceful place to stay!!"

    7. Moon Landing Campground

    2 Reviews
    Ninety Six, SC
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 998-4292

    8. Hoppin Horse Farm RV site

    4 Reviews
    Townville, SC
    39 miles
    +1 (864) 991-2574

    $40 / night

    "Enjoy your private fire-ring and take in a gorgeous sunset. Lots of outdoor activities nearby. Give them some love and leave a review here!"

    "The sites are spacious and private considering the size of the park & with all the convenient hookups readily available. Just an all around perfect family campground!"

    9. Pine Der Rosa RV Park

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    Elberton, GA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 213-1708

    10. Springwood RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Conestee, SC
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 277-9789
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RV Park Reviews near Calhoun Falls, SC

603 Reviews of 93 Calhoun Falls Campgrounds


  • Celeste C.
    Oct. 27, 2021

    Tugaloo State Park Campground

    Great Lake

    This is a great campground. Lots of spacious campsites. Lots of choices. We were lakeside on a pull through that was a bit short for us. The site was amazing we could kayak up to our site. Pet friendly, family friendly. Power, Electric, gray water dumps near each site. Washer and dryer in each bathhouse. A beautiful campground.

  • Thomas S.
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Little Creek RV & Tiny Home Resort

    Great long-term Rv Resort

    Spacious long-term Resort with bathhouse, laundry facility, dog park, hiking trail, private dock on Lake Hartwell, boat storage, and more. Also allows tiny homes!

  • W
    Feb. 12, 2021

    Springfield - Hartwell Lake

    Nice well kept Corp of Engineers campground

    This is a typical Corp of Engineers campground, well kept with a variety of pull through and back-in sites.  Sites are 50/30/20 electric with water, picnic table and fire ring.  Many sites have a tent pad, are very level packed gravel/sand and well situated with very few having very close neighbors.  Shade is at a premium on some sites due to cutting of pine trees a couple of years ago but almost all are waterfront with an excellent view.  Some sites have direct access to the water allowing boats right at the site and swimming.  The swimming beach is very nice and well maintained as are the playgrounds.  Three bath houses are convenient to all loops, well maintained and clean.  Cell service is very good as is over the air TV with numerous channels available.  The dump station is easy in/out.  Sites 10 through 40 have awesome views of Lake Hartwell.

  • Janessa M.
    Nov. 28, 2021

    Mistletoe State Park Campground

    Gorgeous and Tranquil in the Woods

    This place was so perfect and our first camping experience with our new 40 foot RV! Check-in was easy and they even let us change to a pull-through site last minute. The grounds were sooooo gorgeous! Trees everywhere. Walking trails. And of course the lake. We went during fall colors so it was really magical.

    PROS: Clean restrooms, spacious RV sites (they felt very private), many bathhouses within walking distance, friendly staff, nice gift shop 

    CONS: wet firewood and of course you had to buy from them, playground very small- made more for toddlers/preschool age, less than 5 years old, long walk to the dumpsters

  • Laura H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Thousand Trails Carolina Landing

    Lake and Woods Campground

    The campground itself is gorgeous, heavily wooded and lots of hills. It has great access to Lake Hartwell, and lots of sites. The sites are very close together throughout most of the park. The park also has lots of hills which can be a challenge for some RVs. There are also some very tight turns on these hills. Some campsites are level, some are very unlevel, there are lots of seasonal sites with built in porches making it very tight to get into the travelers spots that are mixed throughout the park.

    When you enter the park make sure you stay to the left of the sign. We made the mistake of going straight our first time at this park and almost lost our 5th wheel at the turn around by the lake. If you miss the turn you are safer backing up to the entrance.

    Cell Service: AT&T was minimal, T-Mobile was minimal.

    Not all sites have sewer and there is a pump out service for a fee. They do have a dump station but it is not easy or ideal to move throughout the park once parked.

    Each site had a picnic table, some had a fire ring. Some sites are full hook up, many do not have sewer at the site.

    As of 2019 this park needed a lot of upgrades to the majority of the sites, such as fire rings, new picnic tables. The sides of the road were washing out from water run off. These were things also needed in 2018.

    Amenities: Laundry Swimming Pool Dump Station Club House Pool Tables Lake Access (Lake Hartwell) Basketball Court Volleyball Playground Storage Lot Beach area Fishing

  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2022

    Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground

    Great little state park

    Real friendly staff. Nicely laid out, but I guess could be challenging for really big rigs. W & E with dump station and pretty good facilities

    Cell coverage a little challenging but managed to get enough download for Visible to stream Netflix. Too many trees to break out Starlink

    Trails are a fun walk.

  • J
    Nov. 2, 2021

    Petersburg - J Strom Thurmond Lake

    Beautiful campsites

    This campground has magnificent views, spacious sites, picnic tables, firepits, power (30 and 50 amp) and water hookups, dump station, bathrooms, and groomed swimming area.

    The site (21) was very easy to pull through and had a wonderful view of the lake. I had to try to see my neighbors at the next site because the foliage separated the sites well. I saw a grounds person actively maintaining the empty sites which explains how well kept this campground is. The access roads are well kept.

  • T
    Apr. 12, 2021

    Calhoun Falls State Park Campground

    Calhoun Falls, SC Site 86

    We stayed one night at Calhoun Falls, SC site 86. The site is the first one in the second grouping of campsites directly across from the camp host. Site 86 is a pull-through. There are 12 steps down to a lower level picnic table and fire pit area. There is a short path down to the water. 

    There is 30amp power available as well as household style 110. The 30amp power seemed to be a little finicky. 

    The camp host's dog barked for several hours after our arrival which was not very relaxing. During the barking, the camp host decided it was time to run a leaf blower for a while. So we decided to take a walk. 

    We liked the walking paths and the public fishing pier. 

    There is a rail line that crosses the lake. We heard the train horn a couple times that night. Dogs, leaf blowers, trains ... not the relaxing weekend we had hoped for. 

    Security seemed a bit lax. There were several cases of motorcycles and show cars, maybe lost boaters come in an out of the camp area at all hours. 

    The dump station was in bad enough shape that we did not feel it would be in our best health to use it (see picture). 

    We probably will not go back even though this is not too far from home.

  • paul Z.
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground

    Small and nice, Great place for quiet

    Large sites in a wooded area. Plenty of room with pull through and back in sites. Older campground but serene with great hiking trails and awesome scenery. We live very close to this park yet this was the first time camping here. This was the trial run for our latest rig so basically a shakedown cruise. The campsite was fairly level and with forest off the door side of the Camper. Only 30 A power here so we had to watch what we were running electrically. They did have 2 30A outlets but at this time we did not have the double 30 to 50 amp adapter. We will be staying here again whenever we want a quick weekend getaway.


Guide to Calhoun Falls

Lake Thurmond and Lake Hartwell dominate the recreational landscape around Calhoun Falls, South Carolina. The region sits at approximately 435 feet above sea level, with summer temperatures regularly reaching 90°F between June and August. Campsites throughout the area offer varying levels of shade, with those near water often featuring minimal tree cover but maximum lake access.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Big Water Marina & RV Park offers boat rentals along with paddle boards and kayaks for water enthusiasts. "We love this spot. Most of the camp spots are not shaded, but right on the water. Boat rentals are available as well as paddle boards and kayaks," notes camper Sarah P.

Lake activities: Families can enjoy swimming and beach access at several campgrounds. One camper at Big Water Marina mentioned, "My family and I enjoyed camping on the beach here by the lake. The campground had a lot to offer. There was a restaurant/bar, playground, Marina, stage with live bands."

Hiking nearby: The region features multiple trails within driving distance of rv sites near Calhoun Falls, South Carolina. "We enjoyed being on the top of the mountain by ourselves, sipping coffee and hot chocolate. The leaves and trees were beautiful, changing back to green and getting ready for the summertime. Beautiful flowers were blooming," writes a camper who explored hiking trails while staying at Thousand Trails Carolina Landing.

What campers like

Lake access: The Point at Lake Hartwell offers direct lake access with boat facilities. "They offer a decent area for boat parking & the boat ramp/dock to access beautiful Lake Hartwell was ok!" reports one camper who brought their boat.

Social events: Many parks organize activities, especially during holidays. A visitor to The Point noted, "They had Karaoke & Potluck night while we were there!" Another camper at Pointes West Army Resort mentioned enjoying the "4th of July Stay" with family and pets.

Quiet atmosphere: Despite being popular destinations, several campgrounds maintain peaceful environments. A camper at The Point described it as a "great carefree, quiet and peaceful place to stay!!" while another at Pointes West Army Resort appreciated that "two of those times we had the place to ourselves. Sites L, M, and N are all on a little peninsula that sticks out into Clarks Hill Lake, and are our personal favorites!"

What you should know

Site conditions: Leveling can be challenging at some rv sites near Calhoun Falls, South Carolina. A camper at Plum Branch RV Park noted, "Newish pad was still soft but pretty level. Sewer pipes stick out a good 6 or 8 inches."

Cell service variations: Internet and phone coverage varies significantly by provider. A detailed report from Plum Branch RV Park shows: "Cricket: 7.98dn, 0.84up; ATT: 27.69, 0.3 up; Visible: 7.2dn, 1.2up; Verizon: 44.9dn, 1.88 up; T-mobile mifi: no 4G nor 5G service."

Seasonal crowds: Many campgrounds experience significantly different atmospheres depending on when you visit. One camper at Carolina Landing mentioned visiting "over the 4th of July weekend and they had all sorts of activities going on. Bingo, parade, fireworks, hotdogs and more!"

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Hoppin Horse Farm RV site offers a unique setting on a working horse farm. "This property boasts comforting and calm energy, with perfect spaces for your RV. Enjoy your private fire-ring and take in a gorgeous sunset," notes a reviewer.

Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer swimming areas or pools. A family staying at Big Water Marina wrote, "My kids had so much fun and can't wait to go camping here again."

Safety considerations: Some lake areas have steep access points or challenging boat launches. A Pointes West Army Resort camper advised, "We stayed in the primitive camping area with our adventure trailer. Right on the water, it was a great site. Ants can be a huge problem though during the summer."

Tips from RVers

Navigating tight spots: Many RVers mention challenges with site size and access. A Carolina Landing visitor cautioned, "The sites are very close together throughout most of the park. The park also has lots of hills which can be a challenge for some RVs. There are also some very tight turns on these hills."

Utilities and hookups: Water pressure and electrical service vary widely between campgrounds. An RVer at Carolina Landing reported, "We are under a WiFi pole and have good signal and usable internet. It was actually worth paying for."

Site selection strategies: Experienced RVers recommend specific areas at certain campgrounds. One visitor to Carolina Landing warned, "When you enter the park make sure you stay to the left of the sign. We made the mistake of going straight our first time at this park and almost lost our 5th wheel at the turn around by the lake."

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