Bussey Point Wilderness Area spans a peninsula of Clark Hill Lake offering primitive equestrian camping near Edgefield, South Carolina. The 12-mile horse trail system provides access to multiple waterfront campsites with direct lake access. Winter temperatures average 40-60°F while summer months regularly reach 85-95°F with high humidity.
What to do
Trail riding: The Bussey Point Wilderness Area features extensive riding trails with waterfront access. "This is my favorite spot for taking it in, and getting back to nature. Bussey Point is no frills campground. If you are looking for luxurious amenities, and a pristine restroom facility, this is not the place for you," notes camper Big D.
Water recreation: Lake Greenwood State Park Campground offers swimming areas and boat launches. "My family loves this campground! It's clean and has a Great Lake to swim in," says Frankie E. The clear water makes it ideal for summer recreation.
Geocaching: Multiple caches are hidden throughout the region's parks. "Geocaching close. Lots of golf cart riding inside the campground," shares Melanie about Lake Greenwood State Park.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Wildwood County Park offers secluded camping spots with lake views. "We stayed on site 15 across from the boat ramps. Nice swim area, one bath house, good price. Campsites on this loop have dirt road, sites are fairly level," reports Clark B.
Wildlife viewing: Deer are common throughout the region's campgrounds. One camper at Wildwood Park noted, "Site 38 was interesting because we had about 100 whitetail deer in our back yard every night. The camp host apparently was feeding them, and he set up spot lights so that they could be watched as they ate."
Clean facilities: Despite the remote nature of many campgrounds, bathroom facilities receive regular maintenance. "The out houses & vault toilets are in good shape. This park is always quiet and offers plenty of privacy," mentions Josh R. about Bussey Point.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most equestrian sites must be booked in advance. "Campground rates are $10 per night and reservations must be made now through recreation.gov. All sites are waterfront On Clark Hill Lake(Strom Thurmond Lake)," advises Linda A.
Pack-in/pack-out rules: Brick House Campground and many others require campers to remove all trash. "This is a great temporary stop. I was there for two days. It has a pit toilet. This is a federal campsite. Rangers check the campsite every day and night," explains Robert D.
Water hazards: Many waterfront sites have submerged obstacles. "We stayed at site #4. Plenty of room to spread out! It has a fallen tree and lots of underwater sticks right when you walk out on the lake so watch your toes," warns Claire M.
Tips for camping with families
Beach access: Look for campgrounds with designated swimming areas. "This campground is very quiet and right near the water. I enjoyed it and would stay again," notes a camper at Plum Branch RV Park.
Playground availability: Several parks offer play equipment for children. "Awesome beach area, great playground for kids. Kayak & paddleboard rentals. Decent pricing for campsites," shares David H.
Pack extra lighting: Forest campsites get very dark. "Be prepared - bring lanterns to navigate the dark forest. Also, be prepared to see people walking the trail next to the camp sites during the day," recommends Asia + Jalen B.
Tips from RVers
Site levelness: Bobby Brown Park Campground and other areas have varied terrain. "Bobby Brown was clean and very quiet! Just what we were looking for!" reports Ashton H.
Hookup configurations: Check power options before booking. "Still being upgraded, so newish pad was still soft but pretty level. Sewer pipes stick out a good 6 or 8 inches. Electric posts are new but have a meter right below plugs, so surge suppressor gets to hang sideways," advises Kevin H.
Cell service: Coverage varies throughout the region. "If I were staying in the area for more than a week, I would probably try a nearby COE as they are on the water," suggests Kevin H., who tested multiple carriers and found Verizon offered best speeds at 44.9 Mbps download.
