16 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several state parks and private campgrounds near Clemson, South Carolina provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Oconee State Park offers rustic cabins with air conditioning, two bedrooms, full kitchens, bathrooms, and fireplaces. Each cabin includes a fire ring and screened porch with rocking chairs, positioned with good spacing between units for privacy. Mile Creek County Park features newer cabins built in 2018 that come equipped with air conditioning, kitchen facilities with stove and refrigerator, and screened porches. Lake Hartwell State Park provides more basic "camper cabins" with window air conditioning units but limited amenities. According to one visitor at Oconee State Park, "The cabin itself was very well kept. There was air conditioning, 2 bedrooms, 1 full kitchen, 1 full bathroom, and a fireplace."
Cabin sizes range from small units accommodating 4 people to larger options housing up to 8 guests, with prices starting around $100 per night. Most state park cabins remain open year-round, though advance reservations are essential during summer months and holiday weekends. Pet policies vary significantly by location - Mile Creek County Park cabins prohibit pets, while many state park cabins are pet-friendly. Anderson-Lake Hartwell KOA offers camping cabins specifically designed for visitors to Clemson University. Tugaloo State Park, just across the Georgia border, features cabins with varying accessibility levels, with units 1-10 noted for having fewer stairs for those with mobility concerns.
Most cabin rentals provide basic furniture and appliances but require guests to bring their own linens, towels, and personal items. Kitchen equipment varies widely between locations - some cabins include full cooking setups with pots, pans and utensils, while others offer only minimal provisions. One reviewer of Solitude Pointe Cabins noted, "Everything to cook and clean in the cabins is all provided!" Grocery shopping options exist in nearby towns, with many visitors stopping at stores before arrival to stock up on food and supplies. Fire rings and outdoor grills are standard at most cabin sites, allowing for outdoor cooking. Firewood is typically available for purchase at park offices or camp stores, with some South Carolina state parks prohibiting outside firewood to prevent pest introduction.
"This campground sets on a peninsula into Lake Keowee and offers gorgeous views of the lake and mountains in the distance. While possible for big rigs, it can be a challenge in some areas. "
"Mike creek is one of several parks located on Lake Keowee. We were really disappointed that they had closed off the primitive campsites to build new cabins, but the new cabins are very nice!"
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from $15 - $116 / night
"They are a short walk from the tent-camper parking area, a short walk from the two water spigots in the parking area, and a short walk from the restrooms."
"The walk-in tent sites were excellent. All sites had table, fire ring, lantern hook, and a gravel tent pad in addition to paved site. Most of the sites were shaded."
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"Tugaloo state Park: This Georgia State Park offers a multitude of activities from hiking, paddling, boating, fishing, swimming, putt putt, tennis/pickleball court and biking the park roads to name a few"
"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."
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from $27 - $265 / night
"We spent 2 nights in one of the cabins in this beautiful state park during a road trip through South Carolina. And let me say, 2 nights was not enough! The cabin itself was very well kept."
"What a lovely, relaxing park. There is an area for day-use people, with boat rentals, a small swimming area, and playgrounds (including mini golf!). "
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"Table Rock State Park is a large park with at least three“campgrounds.” One is a primitive campground, and one is a traditional campground."
"The alternatives #5 and #6 were close to the entrance and therefore exposed to the road, and #49 was next to the restrooms, but similar to #60, so stayed with #60."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when available"I stayed here many times as a student at Clemson. Only a 45 minute drive. The cabins are amazing. Very clean as well."
"There are 3 trailside primitive campsites that are on a peninsula overlooking Lake Keowee."
"Happening upon Lake Hartwell State Park, was a find! We were traveling light, heading to the Hendersonville, NC area for bagging waterfalls and cascades and some ridge hikes."
"Lake Hartwell State Park was a welcome relief after staying at an overcrowded RV resort. There was more privacy and definitely more shade."
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"There was trash in our fire ring and the picnic table at our site should probably be put out of its misery."
"The only thing that sucked is that we had a very tight spot and did not have much is any room for a porch. The ground is not very level at all although some sites have a wood deck, ours didn't."
"So as we were driving up the road leading to the campground this weekend my husband was like "this area looks familiar & I know you haven't booked us @ that raggedy campground we looked @ a year ago"
"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"
from $47 - $97 / night
"Great KOA to stay at near Clemson University. It's not on Lake Hartwell, but it is near it. Be sure to check out the camping cabins."
"It is a beautiful cozy campsite , where you can relax and the kids have plenty to do"
GuideSites are not level. Thousand trails is currently not investing. Any money in improving the sites. Half of the sites in the park are going back to nature. The roads are falling apart and the inclines are not big rig friendly.
ScoutWhatever person or group of persons designed the campground were clueless as to how to develop a campground. Sites are packed in the most preposterous configuration to have tents, trailers motorhomes all jammed together nearly touching each other with zero privacy. Come for the hikes and views of the gorge but come with the lowest expectations for the campground and you’ll be fine
ScoutWalk to trail sites, clean bathrooms, sites close together…water and electric at site. Sites are sloped gravel.
TravelerStayed 1 week in site 12. Great small campground, clean and quiet. Jojo was a great host and 5pm happy hour gathering was fun. Will DEFINITELY return. Its a great spot for launching adventures.
GuideThis is our first time coming here. We booked online, which was simple The campground is very well kept. The sites aren’t any closer together than your average campground. It seems to me that the owners are conscientious about keeping everyone spaced out so you don’t have anyone right on top of you. (The campground was not full during our visit) The only con to this place is you don’t get to pick your site. It’s assigned to you. I will said that I asked specifically for a shady spot & they obliged me. (Very nice owners) Not all of the sites are level but hey, that’s was risers are for 🤷🏻♀️ We didn’t have any issues after a couple of well placed risers. Even though the highway is close you don’t notice the traffic noise. It’s very quiet at night. When you arrive & get checked in, someone escorts you to your site & helps get you backed in. They will pick up, fill & return your propane tanks. You just have to leave your tank @ the edge of your camp site. If you leave your trash at the edge of your site they pick it up for you. They will also deliver firewood as well as a fire pit if you don’t have one.
TravelerWe camped next to the fishing pier, the site was a bit uneven and I had to do some creative engineering to get my 26' rig level. It has been very quiet during the week. By the way, we have great T-Mobile service.
ScoutThis was a really lovely campground. We were greeted by Jojo and escorted to our spot by Daegan who helped us get our camper situated. The campground was clean and tidy, and had firewood and ice available for purchase. The happy hour at 5 is a great way to meet your fellow campers. Nearby there are restaurants and a few shops. The location is very close to several waterfall hikes.
RangerWe stayed on site #25 in early August but due to the elevation the weather was mild.
There were plenty of activities to keep us busy at the park and the staff was friendly and helpful.
One thing that surprised us and worth mentioning is that even though the park is massive, the campground appears to have been an afterthought as it, and the sites are generally very small. It would be nice to see them expand it and make the changes to increase the size of sites.
Also, as we have seen at other parks kids on e-bikes is becoming a real problem and safety concern. Young children, many not wearing helmets, continually racing around the campground with no regard for speed limits or traffic signs. It is a recipe for an injury or an unfortunate fatality.
Hopefully parks will begin addressing this issue.
GuideWe have been to this location several times and never had a bad experience. The staff are wonderful. The grounds are well maintained. The environment is beautiful. Kids are safe and there is a lot for everyone to do.
Lake Hartwell and Lake Keowee form the primary water features for cabin camping near Clemson, South Carolina, with elevations ranging from 660 to 800 feet above sea level. Most cabin rentals in this region experience moderate humidity during summer months, with temperatures often reaching 90°F between June and August. Winter cabin stays typically see mild 40-50°F days with occasional freezing nights.
Hiking to waterfalls: Several trails near Keowee-Toxaway State Park offer waterfall views within a short distance of cabin accommodations. "There is a short path from the camp sites down to the lake. If you want to go swimming there are only a couple of locations that you can hang out for the day and swim," notes Brandon D. from Keowee-Toxaway.
Boating experiences: Lake access from many cabin sites allows for various water activities. At Lake Hartwell State Park, "We really loved the privacy and the access to the lake from our spot! The only thing would be sewer hook up but the restroom and showers were a short walk from our spot!" reports Jacilyn B.
Family swimming: Designated swim areas provide safer alternatives to open lake swimming. "This is a wonderful spot to access the absolutely gorgeous Lake Jocassee. There are some fantastic places to swim connected to the campground," shares Danielle L. about Devils Fork State Park.
Lake views from cabins: Many sites position cabins with direct water views. At Tugaloo State Park, "We stayed at site 7 which is a pull through. We had camper and extra car with boat and kayak and fit with a little extra room. Able to kayak right from campsite," explains Liz H.
Fishing opportunities: Lake Hartwell and surrounding waters offer multiple fishing spots accessible from cabin locations. "Getting to the campsites is pretty tight but once you are parked, it is just beautiful overlooking the lake. Lots of fun for families who enjoy the water. Also you can see fishing boats zoom to their fishing location at night," reports Benita P. about Tugaloo State Park.
Clean facilities: Despite rustic settings, many cabins and associated facilities maintain good cleanliness standards. At Mile Creek County Park, "Bathhouses are nice and have hot water and are heated. Everyone we have met has been very nice. Lots of family's and lots of people with fur babies," according to Jennifer K.
Seasonal popularity: Summer reservations for cabins require advanced planning. "Great spot on Lake Keowee. Bring what you need as not much in the way of groceries nearby," advises John R. about Mile Creek County Park.
Limited grocery access: Many cabin locations have minimal nearby shopping. "When we got to our site late at night, we discovered there was someone parked in our spot. There is supposed to be one car per spot. The signs designating the spots are off the road and very hard to see," cautions Jay B. about Keowee-Toxaway.
Cabin size variations: From simple camper cabins to fully furnished units, options vary significantly. At Table Rock State Park, "Variety of campsites available to suit any camping style. Great for families, as there are drive up camp sites with fire pits and plenty of space, and spread out so it still feels like you have privacy," explains Clair M.
Beach access considerations: Not all cabin sites have direct swimming areas. "Each campsite has wonderful views of the water. There is a playground by the entrance and near the farthest campsites as well," explains Jake S. from Mile Creek County Park.
Playground proximity: For families with younger children, select cabins near play areas. At Devils Fork State Park, "So much for family's to do here. We stopped by to check it out on our way to another site and wished they had a spot available. We will be booking this for another time. Water is so clear. Site is so clean," shares Marlene V.
Multi-generation activities: Plan for varying mobility levels and interests. "We booked our trip in February so we got all the spots we wanted. We had 5 spots in a culdesac surrounded by the lake on all sides. The only regret we had was that we didn't stay longer!" reports Kirsten J. about Mile Creek County Park.
Cabin alternatives: Some RV parks offer rental units for non-RV travelers. "Hands down, the best Thousand Trails campgrounds I've been to. I have visited several since we got the membership and I had been hugely disappointed...until now," says Katie D. about Thousand Trails Carolina Landing.
Level site selection: When requesting cabin assignments, inquire about terrain. "We tent camped here the first weekend in June. Bathrooms were always clean and seem to have been recently redone. Sites were small but not overly so," notes Jay B. from Oconee State Park.
Off-season advantages: Winter cabin stays offer lower rates and fewer crowds. "We stayed here over New Year's and did a ranger-led First Day Hike," mentions CJ C. about Table Rock State Park.
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