Best Campgrounds near Cherry Grove Beach, SC

Several good camping spots near Cherry Grove Beach give South Carolina visitors a chance to sleep close to the ocean. Myrtle Beach State Park Campground has sites that put you just a short walk from the water. Ocean Lakes Family Campground is big with lots of hookups and things to do right in the campground itself. You'll want to book months ahead for summer stays since these places fill up fast, especially on weekends and holidays. Keep food locked up at night since raccoons are common around the campsites. Both campgrounds have good fishing spots, swimming areas, and trails nearby. If you don't like crowds, try coming in April-May or September-October when there are fewer people but the weather is still nice. Some campers mention hearing planes from the local airport and weekend traffic noise. You won't need to pack all your supplies - grocery stores and camping shops are just a few minutes' drive from either campground. The Cherry Grove area works well for both tent and RV camping, though the oceanfront spots cost more.

Best Camping Sites Near Cherry Grove Beach, South Carolina (48)

    1. Myrtle Beach State Park Campground

    94 Reviews
    Myrtle Beach, SC
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5325

    $35 - $75 / night

    "We'd never been to South Carolina before and had no idea what to expect. We were thoroughly smitten with the coast and the city of Myrtle Beach, but we really loved camping in the state park."

    "All of them have electric hook ups, a fire pit, picnic bench and close by water spigots. Unfortunately some of the campsites are very small and close together."

    2. Myrtle Beach Travel Park

    24 Reviews
    North Myrtle Beach, SC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 449-3714

    "The spot we ended up in was 210 which is about as close to the beach as you can get. It was about a 10 second walk from our van and over the dune to the beach."

    "They offer ocean front camping as well as Lakeside and wooded areas for RVs or tent campers."

    3. Sun Outdoors Myrtle Beach

    25 Reviews
    North Myrtle Beach, SC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 303-7096

    $60 - $225 / night

    "Eeasy to get to...lots of things to do...great tiny houses to stay in...wonderful dog park with a dog wash...great pools...great water park and golf...OUTSIDE eating excellent....bathrooms well maintained"

    "The only not positive thing was that we made reservations for a New Years Eve Buffet. For 3 adults and 2 kids it was $225.00 dollars. The food was good but I don’t think it was worth that."

    4. Pirateland Family Camping Resort

    54 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5155

    "It is situated right next to the beach. There is an indoor pool and a big splash park on the grounds. There is a big shower house, laundry facility, and an arcade club house."

    "It Is All About Close Proximity To The Beach (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer with a desire for a campsite that has at least some visual privacy - after the trailer is in the spot"

    5. North Myrtle Beach RV Resort and Dry Dock Marina

    9 Reviews
    North Myrtle Beach, SC
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 390-4386

    $104 - $144 / night

    "We didn’t have any neighbors in the surrounding spots.

    The pool area looks super nice, but it was a little to chilly for us to spend any time in the pool."

    "Resort is close to Little River which has good restaurants. Easy drive into N. Myrtle Beach. Very clean bath houses."

    6. Ocean Lakes Family Campground

    53 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5636

    "Playgrounds, summer concerts, dining etc is close by too. It buts up against Myrtle Beach Resort so our friends stayed there while we camped sometimes."

    "We just finished our stay at Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, SC. We enjoyed it and will return."

    7. Myrtle Beach KOA

    28 Reviews
    Myrtle Beach, SC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 448-3421

    "Great weekend getaway spot close to everything you need. Lovely park, bouncy blob, splash park and open pool."

    "As we got closer to the KOA our expectations began to drop since we were driving through residential and commercial areas."

    8. Barefoot RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    North Myrtle Beach, SC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 663-4000

    $50 - $85 / night

    "We were next to an airport and enjoyed watching small aircraft. I videoed planes dropping banners. Pool was clean and had nice loungers and restrooms. Palm trees at every site lit up at night."

    "Close to beach, shopping and area restaurants."

    9. Apache Family Campground

    8 Reviews
    North Myrtle Beach, SC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 553-1749

    $44 / night

    "Basically everything you need in one location. Pool & other activity areas, camp store & laundry, gift shop, pier , and restaurant."

    "But you were within a very short walk to the beautiful big clean beach and could hear the waves crashing."

    10. Lakewood Camping Resort

    34 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5161

    $50 - $99 / night

    "Nice location to beach. We were 3 spots away from beach access. Lots to do. There is a Walmart neighborhood market across the street."

    "The closest grocery is conveniently located just across the highway via a stop light. The campground offers ocean front sites and shaded sites."

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Recent Reviews near Cherry Grove Beach, SC

638 Reviews of 48 Cherry Grove Beach Campgrounds


  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Huntington Beach State Park Campground

    Combo beach and nature is wonderful

    The beautiful beach is just at your doorstep and nature on the other site. We loved the combo. Spots are good.

  • J
    Sep. 1, 2025

    CarrollWoods RV Park at Grapefull Sisters Vineyard

    Lovely campground

    We stayed here on Labor Day weekend 2025. The staff I spoke with were friendly and helpful. The grounds before you enter the campground area are beautiful and well kept. The campground itself has many spacious, full hook up sites with packed gravel foundation. There’s no grass due to the mature pine trees but the community areas have lush lawn and beautiful flowers especially around the pond. The bathhouse and laundry were sufficient. They had a nice pool, playground, volley ball court and horseshoe pits. They have a large dog park. We look forward to inviting some friends to join us for group camping here sometime soon. Their nightly rates were very reasonable.

  • Kristie B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    In The Pines RV & Cabin Village

    Great place!

    New Park with all the amenities you need, clean well kept facilities and grounds. Dog Park and nice mowed lanes for walks. Owner super nice and helpful.

  • McKenna M.
    Jun. 29, 2025

    Myrtle Beach KOA

    Walking distance to beach

    We were able to walk safely to the beach in q5-20 minutes while the rest of our party stayed at the RV.

  • J
    May. 29, 2025

    Huntington Beach State Park Campground

    Great campground

    Close to the beach without being on the beach. Sites are well maintained, with only a few having sewer hook ups. Awesome state park.

  • Greg T.
    Apr. 28, 2025

    Freeman Park

    Hit-or-miss camping expeirence

    Short takes:

    • Better to camp here during the cooler weather

    • If you don’t have a yearly beach- access pass, it’s expensive

    • Very crowded during warm weather

    • Make sure to air-down.

    • Don’t forget bug spray 

    Camping here can be very hit-or-miss, depending on the time of year. I would recommend only during the cooler months. Feb-March, Sept-Nov. That’s about the only time you can hope to avoid a chaotic, party scene. 

    I camped here in March and had a great time. Daytime beachgoers were mainly fishing, walking their dogs, shelling, etc. There were half a dozen other campers, everyone was friendly and quiet. 

    My trip in late April didn’t go as well. The first morning I awoke to the sound of a dozen children from the site next to me playing in the surf, shrieking and screaming at 5:30 am. Saturday the beach was packed with day-trippers with a line of trucks parked at the crest of the beach from one end to the other. Constant vehicle traffic up and down the beach. Lots of young kids running around, not paying attention to their surroundings, people walking on the dunes. Many vehicles got stuck in the sand because they didn’t air down. Lots of competing, loud music. 

    The next night, there was a family of 20+ people in the next site who warned us they were a loud group. At that point, we packed up and left. I wasn’t expecting that kind of scene until Memorial Day. 

    Erosion continues to eat away at the beach and it probably won’t be long before camping is prohibited due to lack of room. The beach used to be much wider.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 21, 2025

    Brunswick Beaches RV Resort

    Good, clean, quiet campground

    The campground is well located if you want to visit Ocean Isle, Sunset, or Calabash. It’s clean and reasonably well maintained.


Guide to Cherry Grove Beach

Camping near Cherry Grove Beach, South Carolina, offers a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors while being close to the beautiful coastline. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds provide easy access to the beach. For instance, at Myrtle Beach State Park Campground, visitors appreciate the warm water for swimming and the variety of activities in Myrtle Beach. One reviewer mentioned, "There was a lot to do in Myrtle which also made it really fun."
  • Nature Trails: Enjoy walking trails and wildlife viewing. Campers at Huntington Beach State Park Campground highlighted the beautiful paved trails and wildlife opportunities, saying, "The combination of paved trails and opportunity to see wildlife set this park apart from many others."
  • Family Activities: Many campgrounds have family-friendly activities. At Ocean Lakes Family Campground, families can enjoy a waterpark, mini-golf, and playgrounds. One family shared, "Love all the daily activities and amenities."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers often rave about the cleanliness of the campgrounds. For example, at Lakewood Camping Resort, one visitor noted, "Grounds and facilities exceptional. Well-maintained ground, all staff friendly."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers appreciate the helpfulness of the staff. A reviewer at Myrtle Beach KOA mentioned, "Staff is wonderful. They moved us since that’s not our jam."
  • Proximity to Attractions: Campgrounds like Myrtle Beach Travel Park are close to local attractions. One camper said, "The park is very nice and right on the beach."

What you should know:

  • Site Spacing: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A visitor at Myrtle Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites were SUPER close together which kinda ruined the 'camping vibes.'"
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A reviewer at Pirateland Family Camping Resort advised, "Make sure to check the map in my photos. Reservations are a must."
  • Limited Privacy: Some sites may lack privacy. A camper at Huntington Beach State Park Campground noted, "Many sites have little to no privacy."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Daddy Joe's, families can enjoy pools, splash pads, and movie nights. One parent said, "3 beautiful pools, a splash pad, lots of activities for kids."
  • Plan for Meals: Some campgrounds have on-site dining options. Campers at Carolina Pines RV Resort enjoyed the café, stating, "They offered a general store with a good array of items."
  • Bring Outdoor Games: Having games on hand can keep kids entertained. A family at Ocean Lakes Family Campground mentioned, "We brought our dog with us, so we could take him to the beach before 10AM and after 5PM."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookups: Ensure your site has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Myrtle Beach KOA warned, "We had one of the ancient spots with shared power pole that we had to use a converter."
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy. A visitor at Myrtle Beach Travel Park noted, "The beach sites have zero shade & crammed together."
  • Explore Nearby Attractions: Take advantage of the local area. Campers at Lakewood Camping Resort enjoyed the nearby Walmart for supplies, saying, "There is a Walmart neighborhood market across the street."

Camping near Cherry Grove Beach, South Carolina, offers a mix of fun, relaxation, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a beach getaway or a nature retreat, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Cherry Grove campground located in South Carolina?

Cherry Grove Beach is located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, along the northern section of the Grand Strand. While there's no dedicated Cherry Grove campground, nearby North Myrtle Beach RV Resort and Dry Dock Marina offers camping accommodations closest to Cherry Grove Beach. This resort is situated near Little River, providing convenient access to Cherry Grove's oceanfront attractions. Visitors can also consider Apache Family Campground, which is a short drive from Cherry Grove Beach and offers easy beach access.

How much does camping near Cherry Grove Beach typically cost?

Camping costs near Cherry Grove Beach vary by facility type and season. At Myrtle Beach State Park Campground, rates typically range from $25-45 per night for standard sites with electric hookups, with premium beachfront sites commanding higher prices. Private resorts like Willow Tree RV Resort generally charge $40-75 per night depending on amenities and season, with summer rates being significantly higher. Most campgrounds also charge additional fees for premium services, extra vehicles, or holiday periods. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak summer months when rates can increase by 20-40%.

Are there tent camping rules specific to Cherry Grove Beach?

While Cherry Grove Beach itself doesn't permit overnight camping directly on the beach, nearby campgrounds have specific tent camping regulations. At Huntington Beach State Park Campground, tent campers must set up within designated sites only, and each site allows a maximum of 2 tents and 6 people. Most facilities in the area require tent campers to register at the office before setting up. Little Pee Dee State Park Campground offers more secluded tent camping with spacious sites. Common rules include quiet hours (typically 10pm-7am), no ground fires (fire rings or grills only), and proper food storage to prevent wildlife encounters.

What amenities are available at Cherry Grove Oceanfront Park?

Cherry Grove Oceanfront Park provides essential beach amenities including public restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic areas with tables and benches, and accessible boardwalks with beach access points. The park features ample parking (fees apply during summer season), trash receptacles, and some shaded areas. While not directly at the park, nearby Carolina Beach State Park Campground and Ocean Lakes Family Campground offer additional recreational facilities. The park is surrounded by convenience stores, restaurants, and shops within walking distance, making it a convenient base for beachgoers. Note that lifeguards are typically only present during peak summer months.