RV sites near Cheraw, South Carolina provide convenient access to the Pee Dee region's pine forests and rolling countryside. Positioned between the Sandhills and Coastal Plain at approximately 144 feet above sea level, this area experiences mild winters and warm summers with high humidity. Camping facilities near Cheraw typically remain open year-round with peak season running April through October when temperatures range from 65-95°F.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Bass Lake Campground offers access to their fishing pond for catch-and-release opportunities. "The surrounding town is surprisingly good for food, not so much for entertainment. Unless you love fireworks. I've never seen so many firework places in my life!" notes one visitor.
Farm animal interactions: Double L Farms Campground features farm animals that campers can interact with. According to one camper, "Not everyone's idea of a great camping experience involves being completely surrounded by farm animals on an actual working ranch... our daughters thought the farm animals were the best part of our camping trip!"
Historic site exploration: Just 20 minutes from I-95 camping locations, visitors can explore regional historic sites. One reviewer at Camp Henning at Ellerbe Springs noted their "Historical property with mineral spring!" which offers "42 beautiful acres to explore."
What campers like
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Campers consistently praise the cleanliness at campgrounds in the region. A visitor to Bass Lake Campground remarked, "We were so pleasantly surprised to find this gem on our way north from Florida. Very well kept and CLEAN! The showers and bathrooms were spotless."
Friendly owners and staff: Personal connections with staff make camping experiences memorable. A camper at Double L Farms noted, "Lisa and Brian are some of the nicest people I've ever met, Lisa is the epitome of Southern charm and hospitality."
Convenient interstate access: Many campgrounds serve as ideal stopover points. As one reviewer at Midpoint RV stated, "So nice, new park with only 16 sites but adding 65 more to be open very soon," highlighting the growing camping options convenient to major highways.
What you should know
Road noise considerations: Campgrounds near I-95 provide convenience but come with highway sounds. One camper at Bass Lake Campground noted, "Being only a couple hundred yards from 95, you do here traffic noise. Quiets down during the evenings."
Weather challenges: The area can become muddy after rain. Consider sites with gravel pads or elevated locations during wet seasons.
Reservation timing: For weekend camping during summer months, book well in advance at popular campgrounds like Standing Pines RV Resort & Campground, which has 109 sites that can fill quickly. A camper noted, "The dump trucks and heavy equipment just pulled out a couple weeks ago, so the campground looks like a construction zone a little bit still."
Tips for camping with families
Animal encounters: Farm settings provide educational opportunities for children. At Double L Farms, a reviewer shared, "If you have a family with small children, they will love the horses, chickens, guinea hens, and the couple of friendly cats and dogs that they own."
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. One camper commented about their experience: "We brought three kids with me and we have had a blast! The outdoor showers are Anything But Ordinary! I've had to tell my youngest son that he's had too many showers in a day!"
Swimming options: Seek out campgrounds with swimming facilities for summer heat relief. Pine Lake RV Resort offers both a pond and pool. A visitor noted, "This campground is very clean and quiet with lots of things to do, there is a pond to go fishing and the campground has a variety of boats and kayaks that you can use on the pond."
Tips from RVers
Site access considerations: Larger rigs face challenges at some facilities. A Pine Lake RV Resort visitor cautioned, "The only down side is it can be hard to get larger trailers in and out of the park and into and out of some of the sits."
Monthly rates availability: Several RV parks near Cheraw accommodate longer stays with monthly rates. A Bass Lake camper shared, "We stayed here for about three months, and loved the people running this place. The owner was super nice, helped us a few times."
Dump station logistics: Plan your waste management carefully. Some parks like LumberJack RV Park welcome travelers needing dump services. A visitor noted, "We stumbled upon LumberJack RV on our last visit, desperately needing a place to empty the tanks and the owner made us feel very welcome."
