41 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks dot the Lake Hartwell region near Walhalla, offering varying levels of amenities. Crooked Creek RV Park & Marina provides full hookups with electric, water, and sewer connections on sites without shade. Tiger Stripes RV Campsites features three RV sites with 50-amp service, while Carolina Landing has big-rig friendly spaces with water and electric hookups operational year-round. Hoppin Horse Farm offers a single RV site with 30-amp service and sewer hookups on a 32-acre property. "The campsites are close together and do not have shade. That's really the only downside," noted one visitor about Crooked Creek.
Navigation to mountain parks requires careful planning, particularly when approaching Black Rock Mountain State Park. "Do not follow RV Life GPS down CR84!" warned one traveler, describing the route as "an impassable washed out county road." Most parks in the region maintain clean bathhouses with showers, though Hoppin Horse Farm lacks these facilities. Cell service varies throughout the mountainous terrain, with most major carriers providing coverage at lower elevations. Dump stations are available at several locations including Thousand Trails Carolina Landing and Crooked Creek Marina. Parks commonly close their entrance gates at night, requiring guests to return before lockdown—South Cove County Park enforces a 10 PM gate closure policy.
"Great campground for RVers near downtown Franklin, NC. The campground itself is not very large but it is well maintained and provides a great option to camp with an RV."
from $25 - $50 / night
"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."
"Even lots with full hook ups! Has marina with good food, ice, supplies, etc with boat ramp & docks. Lake access from beach area. Immaculate private bathrooms with sink, toilet & showers."
"If you have a boat, it’s convenient to be able to dock your boat at the on site marina. The store is handy for snacks or last minute necessities. Our son likes to get ice cream there."
from $50 / night
"Site Quality: We chose a Super-Premium Site (the same price on the Dyrt as the other sites so why not?) but I was surprised to find out our camper pad was gravel and not paved."
"Easy to get to from Atlanta or South Carolina. Campground has 80 graveled sites that are easy to back into. There is a nice playground, basketball court and pool."
from $59 - $89 / 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!!"
from $47 - $97 / night
"We found this place when our other place to stay fell through and we Googled 'campgrounds near me . We called them and they gladly told us that there were spots available. "
"The scenery is gorgeous, the spots are huge and the peace and quiet is priceless! If you are anywhere near Taccoa, Ga you HAVE to stop here. No excuses! Oh and get site 17 if you can."
"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!"
from $40 / night
"Clean nearby lake, perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding, and boating. Plus it’s near the wonderful Toccoa waterfall."
"We had a great spot with full hookups including cable TV. River Vista does offer free WiFi but had sporatic coverage in some areas. we had a"
"Because of the courteous staff and campers, nice events offered, beautiful area, nice pool, dog park, and spa amenities, I gave this campground a 4. "
from $38 - $54 / night
"New owners and they are changing the name to Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort. Beautiful park, lots of mature landscaping and large private, level sites. Gatherings by the pavilion every night at 5."
"Under new ownership and the name is now Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort. Plenty of space between sites so it felt private, and all campers were respectful."
from $65 / night
TravelerWe were probably lucky, but we drove in on a Monday and found a nice site with the creek/stream burbling in the background. Yes, there is dirt entrance/road and traffic, but not much and way quieter than family campgrounds. This site is my perfect idea of an amazing free off grid camping spot.
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.
ScoutWe stayed for a week in late October. Quiet and secluded but right outside of Franklin. Very. Nicely decorated. Has small campstore, very nice laundryroom, and a guest event center. Rick, the campsite host, helped me get backed in and asked if I needed any more help. Some pull-throughs. Some sites are a little tight but others really nice. We will definitely come back.
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
TravelerMy son, daughter-in-law, and twin grandchildren, and I camped here to watch the full solar eclipse in 2017. We had a beautiful tent site. There was a little playground that the kids really enjoyed and abundant shade at the camping site. Bathrooms were clean, wood for campfires was available, and we had a wonderful time.
GuideA sign on the gate says that the area has been closed "due to vandalism and unauthorized activity".
ScoutWalk to trail sites, clean bathrooms, sites close together…water and electric at site. Sites are sloped gravel.
ScoutHospitality and attention to detail can't be beat. Rates were very reasonable for the quality of facility and grounds.
ScoutVery pretty site but its right on the road
The Walhalla area sits at the edge of South Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains with elevations averaging 1,000 feet. Recreational vehicle camping options near Walhalla range from state parks to private facilities across Oconee County. Summer temperatures typically reach the high 80s while winter nights can drop below freezing.
Hiking nearby mountain trails: Visitors staying at Currahee RV Park can access Currahee Mountain within a 5-minute drive. "This is a nice, clean, conveniently located, well maintained campground. It's near enough to Toccoa for the restaurants and shops and the museum but it's far enough off the track so that there's no traffic noise or other annoyances," notes Charlie B.
Water recreation on Lake Hartwell: The 56,000-acre reservoir offers swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities. A camper at The Point at Lake Hartwell shares, "We had our boat, they offer a decent area for boat parking & the boat ramp/dock to access beautiful Lake Hartwell was ok!"
Exploring waterfalls: The region contains numerous waterfalls within short driving distances. "Staying here you will be super close to some amazing hiking and also the many activities on the Cullasaja river. You can easily go out for the night in Franklin and explore the rest of the beautiful area," reports Asher K. who stayed at Riverbend RV Park.
Proximity to Clemson University: Clemson's campus is accessible from several nearby RV parks. According to Kevin H. at Tiger Stripes RV Campsites, "Great RV park. Everything you need is right here. The executive lot is the best. Peaceful, clean, great pool and pavilion's. Very golf cart friendly. Close to downtown Pendleton and Clemson University."
Creek-side campsites: Several campgrounds offer sites with stream access. "We found this place when our other place to stay fell through and we Googled 'campgrounds near me'. We were lucky enough to get a spot overlooking a creek on the property. We had a little deck that was perfect to back our toy hauler up to and open the back," shares Addie about Currahee RV Park.
Pool access during hot months: Swimming pools provide relief during summer heat. Maria S. notes about River Vista RV Park, "Grounds are very well maintained, the office staff is very professional, and quiet hours are respected. Great central location and wonderful for day trips."
Variable cell service: Connectivity depends on specific location and carrier. Nick E. at Thousand Trails Carolina Landing reports, "Perfect Starlink connection from our spot and pretty likely to get it pretty well from others."
Site levelness issues: Some campgrounds have challenges with uneven pads. "Our site- A5- was super unlevel. I felt unsafe with our fifth wheel's two left tires up in the air after auto-leveling. That was a first for us, and hope we never have to do that again," cautions Becky P. about Carolina Landing.
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