4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Poinsett State Park Campground welcomes pets throughout its wooded sites, offering both tent and RV camping with electric hookups for visitors traveling with dogs. Sesquicentennial State Park Campground includes a dedicated dog park where pets can run off-leash, though the campground itself maintains standard leash requirements for all pets. Santee Lakes KOA provides pet-friendly cabins in addition to RV and tent sites, with a clean, pet-friendly swimming area and lake access. The campground areas at Cypress View in Santee State Park feature spacious sites with room for dogs to have adequate space while on lead. Campers report that most campgrounds in the area maintain standard pet policies requiring leashes no longer than 6 feet, proper waste disposal, and restrictions against leaving pets unattended at campsites.
Hiking trails throughout the Eastover area dog-friendly campgrounds accommodate leashed pets, with Poinsett State Park offering extensive, well-marked trail systems where many visitors enjoy walking their dogs. The Palmetto Trail section near Johnston Landing Campground provides excellent dog-friendly hiking with views of sunken Cypress trees and wildlife viewing opportunities. Waterfront campgrounds like Sweetwater Lake and Santee State Park provide lake access where dogs can cool off, though swimming policies vary by location. Summer visitors should be aware of potential tick issues, as several reviewers noted needing to be vigilant about checking pets after hiking, particularly during warmer months. Most campgrounds provide basic amenities for pets including water access and waste disposal stations, though campers should bring their own waste bags, portable water bowls, and tie-outs as backup.
"There were not too many people camping during our visit, but it could be that not many people want to stand the South Carolina heat! Either way, it made the visit quiet."
"Lake Marion is a great place for boating, kayaking, and fishing. Camp sites are mostly level and have water and a variety of electrical hookup options."
Available this weekend
"Lake views. Boat rental available. Summer time swim beach. Spacious sites. No laundry at campground. Closest is about 3 miles away. Entrance road is really rough."
"I was stationed at Jackson from’07-‘09 and the only thing that has really changed is the dam is being worked on so you can only observe the lake, no swimming, boating, anything on the lake until repairs"
from $33 - $35 / night
"Very nice lake and swimming area. Nice pool, pet friendly."
"No need to drive around and find your spot. Not only that but they bring you the best route to park your RV in your site. They deliver firewood and pizza. The pizza was excellent."
"Must have access to Shaw afb to stay. 20 per night. No long term prices. No stay limit."
from $20 / night
"Sweetwater Lake Campground is a small RV campground. There is electric and water hookup and a dump station. Lots are decent size and fairly level on grass or gravel."
"They allowed me to pitch my tent close to the lake, far away from the RVs."
"This place was well thought out when it was being built, lots of space, great level sites, nice dog park. Fitness center and laundry are new and nice."
"Great location! This RV Resort has great amenities and staff along with their location! Awesome gym and club house plus beautiful pool! Staff are very friendly and welcoming! Check them out!"
"My bf and I rented a camper cabin-electricity, heat, air, bunkbeds + full bed…secluded from the rest of the park, located on its own loop, separate showers(2) + 3 stalls + changing room in the public restrooms"
"This campground is a popular spot in South Carolina. Campsites are pretty close together but it's usually peaceful - lakeside sites, good fishing, but be prepared for the mosquitos!"
Available this weekend
"This RV Resort has the largest sites around and also great amenities including pool, 4 pickle ball courts, clubhouse with large meeting room, full gym and very nice bathrooms ."
"Bsths with showers, playground, dog park and more."
"This was our second visit to Outside Inn Campground and both times we stayed in the camper they offer as a rental."
"Unbelievable place to stay—from getting to feed the animals, the walking trails, the playground, Outside Inn is family friendly and our kids always have a blast!"
from $42 - $70 / night
from $30 / night
ScoutIt was very nice! My fiance and I and our kitty stopped for the night, had burgers and went on a little hike in the morning with a gorgeous view. It’s very quiet, well kept. Has 2 porta-potty’s as well. Would definitely come back.
TravelerGreat camping ground, perfect for a last minute night with my four legged friend! Very nice welcome center, trails and facilities.
TravelerSuch a gem & so much fun! Farm animals galore! As you pull in, you are greeted by some friendly feathered friends (chickens galore) & and an adorable barn with all the other farm friends. Camp host is the sweetest; she is the icing on the cake!
ScoutVery quiet campground. The campers and staff are all very nice. Will definitely come back!
GuideClose to I95 & I26. Great stopover when passing through. Family owned farm and campground combined. Easy check in. Clean and private bathhouse.
LegendYou’ll find this hidden campground VERY far off the beaten trail (and trust me, this trail is as beaten up a road as you’ll find just about anywhere in South Carolina, so you'll want to drive down the lane here SLOW) on the easternmost side of Lake Marion off Ferguson Landing in southeastern part of the great Palmetto State. Given its direct access to Lake Marion, the place gets high marks for its location, but lower marks for overall upkeep and the basic downtrodden nature of the place. You’ll be impressed by the shallow water access and boat launch here, where you’ll have to maneuver around scores of submerged Cypress trees, which makes for quite the enchanting entry to Lake Marion, which if you weren’t aware, offers up 315 miles of shoreline, spans 110,000 square acres or 174 square miles and is the largest lake in South Carolina.
That said, IMHO Taylor’s Landing could use a serious bit of refurbishment and grooming, including the grounds themselves, which were quite overgrown when we stopped by. There is a general store of sorts on-site that sells sundries, ice and most camping needs as well as providing propane tanks for sale. Overall, this place is built more for the RV’ing crowd, although they do offer a few places for tent campers, but don’t offer much in terms of amenities. There was a communal dog area that was pretty worn down right near the area designated for tent camping, which given that most of the dog owners didn’t take their dogs for a walk, the smell emanating from this area was enough for us to decide not to camp here for the night. The entire CG is wide open without any benefit of shade or privacy between sites, although the perimeter has a nice treeline.
Insider’s tip? Here’s a few: (1) If you are a history buff, then you’ll be lured nearby to discover the Sunken Ghost Town of Ferguson, which was once a Congaree Indian Village, which we could access with our kayaks to explore; (2) There is a sandy beachhead that you’ll discover on one of the few trails you’ll come across here at Taylor’s Landing; (3) From an entertainment standpoint, this CG does offer up some interesting creative options during different times of the year – when we were there during the latter part of October, they offered up a ‘Trail of Terror’ for Halloween; (4) If you want to get your hike on, right nearby is Santee Cooper Nature Trail, which makes for some relative easy-to-modest hiking; (5) There’s nothing out in these parts, so if you want to grab a bite to eat, you’ll need to head back to Eutawville where there’s a few mom & pop joints like Tricia’s Café, Sweatman’s BBQ and Casters at Bells; (6) The fishing dock here is solid and offers great opportunity to reel in largemouth bass, catfish, striped bass, crappie and panfish like bluegill; and (7) The best asset here at Taylor's Landing is the fairly EZ to access boat launch that will have you in Lake Marion in no time flat, whether you have a motorized boat or a simple kayak or canoe.
Overall, Taylor's Landing could be a nice place, just in dire need of some upgrades and overall maintenance.
Happy Camping!
ScoutThis is a restricted use Army Travel Camp managed through MWR. It is open only to those holding military ID cards.
RangerMike was proactive wirg communication and extremely easy to work with. Clear instructions and a unique assortment of goodies in the farm store. We enjoyed exploring the land too!
ScoutThis is a great location, tucked away beautiful serene views and pretty well maintained. Bath house is clean with clean showers. It seems like most of the occupants are long term and everyone including the staff is very friendly. The waters are great for boating, fishing, and swimming. Tons of beautiful birds in this area. The site i got does not have sewage hookup but they can come by and pump out your tanks upon request.
Campsites near Eastover, South Carolina range from spacious, secluded spots to family-oriented recreational areas with full amenities. The region's sandy soil composition creates unique camping conditions where both pine forests and cypress swamps can be found within short distances. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F from June through September, making water access particularly valuable for campers during warmer months.
Lake activities: Swimming and boating at Santee Lakes KOA provide relief from summer heat. "Better than expected... They deliver firewood and pizza. The pizza was excellent. Customer service is outstanding! My dogs are loving it!" reports stefny A.
Hiking trails: Explore diverse terrain on foot at Poinsett State Park Campground. A visitor notes, "The hiking was great! The camp sites were on the smaller side but opened up to a large field area where the kids and dog could run around and play."
Mountain biking: Tackle varied trails for cyclists of different skill levels. "This is a good place to stay to mountain bike, there are two trails in Poinsett and Manchester State Forest is nearby," explains a reviewer who found the park ideal for two-wheeled adventures during cooler months.
Large gathering spaces: Many campsites include communal areas for group activities. "Site 30! It was beautiful and we felt like we had plenty of privacy. Our site had a trail attached to the back of it which was really nice for hiking and it was perfect distance from the bathroom!"
Clean facilities: Sesquicentennial State Park Campground maintains well-kept bathhouses. "Really nice shaded campground and very reasonably priced. Clean bathhouse. Staff were friendly and very welcoming."
Lakefront views: Sites facing water are highly recommended at Sweetwater Lake Campground. "All sites face the lake. Cute as it can be," writes one camper who appreciated the water views. The campground also features "a public hammock, rope swing and a few adirondack chairs" for relaxing by the water.
Road conditions: Access roads to some parks require careful navigation. "It's not easy to get in here with anything bigger than a full size pickup. The park road is very narrow and uneven with lots of large pot holes."
Site layouts and sizes: Many campgrounds have limited space between sites. At Weston Lake Recreation Area, "The campground was nice, the RV spaces had nice concrete pads and nice cabins. The roads had some serious potholes and the the campground doesn't seem to be on a regular maintenance schedule but it was clean."
Wildlife considerations: Insects can be problematic during warmer months. "First, in the parks defense, it was probably not the best idea to stay here during the summer time. July? Hottest month of the year? South Carolina? The bugs were massive."
Reservation systems vary: Some parks require advance booking while others operate on a first-come basis. "Sweetwater Lake Campground is a small RV campground... Reservations are not taken, so you pull in and pick your spot. Drop your money in a lock box."
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. At Big Rig Friendly RV Resort, visitors appreciate "great amenities including pool, 4 pickle ball courts, clubhouse with large meeting room, full gym and very nice bathrooms. Full laundry and playground, dog park and more."
Field space for activities: Look for sites adjacent to open areas. One camper at Poinsett State Park noted their campsite "opened up to a large field area where the kids and dog could run around and play. Shower and bathrooms were tidy and spacious too."
Recreation buildings: Some parks offer indoor spaces with entertainment options. "A nice recreational building available for campers to use, complete with games, books, tables, and electricity."
Swimming options: Water features provide entertainment for families. "They had a little shop and a pizza place coming soon. We'll go back," noted one visitor to Santee Lakes KOA who appreciated the amenities suitable for family visits.
Site selection for large rigs: Choose carefully based on rig dimensions. "Long RVs and trailers may have trouble with the trees and turns of the campground," reports one RVer about navigation challenges at Poinsett State Park.
Hookup locations: Some sites have utilities placed at inconvenient distances. At Weston Lake, one camper found themselves "in a spot that had the Hookups at opposite end of concrete pad and opposite side. I ended up buying an additional 20 ft. of dumping tubing ($60)."
Tree clearance: Awnings and slide-outs may be restricted at wooded sites. "There was no way to extend our awning, because the trees were too close. A slide out wouldn't have been able to open out."
Leveling requirements: Site levelness varies significantly between campgrounds and specific sites. At Cypress View Campground, "Camp sites are mostly level and have water and a variety of electrical hookup options."
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