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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Elgin, SC

396 Reviews

Sesquicentennial State Park Campground offers pet-friendly accommodations for tent and RV campers near Elgin, with clean facilities and shaded sites. The park maintains multiple camping loops with varying levels of privacy, though sites in loop 2 provide more tree coverage and spacing between neighbors. Water and electric hookups are standard at most sites, though larger RVs may find some spots challenging due to uneven terrain and limited turning radius. Campers with pets particularly appreciate site 79, a pull-through option that provides more separation from neighboring campsites and convenient access to the bathhouse.

Lake Wateree State Park and Poinsett State Park campgrounds welcome pets with designated pet-friendly areas and accessible trails. Pets must remain leashed throughout the campgrounds, with several walking paths available for exercise. Military Park Shaw AFB Wateree Recreation Area offers pet-friendly cabins as an alternative to tent or RV camping, while Columbia Camden RV Park provides basic pet accommodations for travelers passing through the area. Campers report the campground bathrooms at Sesquicentennial are exceptionally clean and regularly maintained, with heated facilities during colder months providing additional comfort for visitors with pets.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Elgin, South Carolina (46)

    1. Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    State Park, SC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 788-2706

    "The site was level with a gravel drive and parking area. Lots of pines all around but the site was clear enough for easy parking. No sewer hookups."

    "The park is in Columbia SC, and is a great choice for families who may want to do things outside the park. The park is super close to the Riverbanks Zoo."

    2. Lake Wateree State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Great Falls, SC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 482-6401

    "While there are a few hiking trails, if you don’t have a boat or canoe you will be missing out on most of the appeal of this park."

    "We had site 39 and there was nothing but woods behind us which was perfect for us."

    3. Weston Lake Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Columbia, SC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 751-5253

    $33 - $35 / night

    "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"

    4. Poinsett State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Wedgefield, SC
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 494-8177

    "It looks nothing like South Carolina as you enter the gates. After half a dozen ups and downs and right turns you find yourself in a clearing and a large parking lot, a lake and a ranger station."

    "We recently visited South Carolina and after spending the weekend visiting nearby Congaree National Park, we opted to stay at Poinsett State Park for 4 nights in our Mercedes Sprinter campervan."

    5. Military Park Shaw AFB Wateree Recreation Area and FamCamp

    3 Reviews
    Camden, SC
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 928-8373

    "The lakeside tent area provided beautiful scenery with access to restrooms and showers. It wasn’t too crowded as it was military members only and you can’t beat the price for a lakeside spot."

    6. Little Cedar Creek Campground

    1 Review
    Camden, SC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 309-1973

    7. Columbia Camden RV Park

    1 Review
    Elgin, SC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 206-9954

    8. Wateree Lake RV Park & Marina

    3 Reviews
    Great Falls, SC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 779-1948

    $45 - $55 / night

    "This location has 2 RV lots. Riverside is heavily wooded which provides a ton of shade on the hot summer days."

    "This is a park on the East side of Lake Wateree. Not far off l-77. Has what you need. Full hookups picnic table and a fire pit. The owners are trying hard to improve the park."

    9. Broad River Campgound

    4 Reviews
    Chapin, SC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 749-9100

    "They have an open area in a field and then a few sites more spread out with some trees scattered around. We got one of the spread out sites and quite liked our spot."

    "Very quiet park, bathrooms were closed to overnight guests so didn't get to see them. Full hook ups(including sewer) which were easy to access."

    10. Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Cayce, SC
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 708-5122

    "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!"

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  • Julia R.
    Feb. 6, 2022

    Dreher Island State Park Campground

    Camper Cabins R Great!

    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…AND IT WAS ALL VERY CLEAN! Very helpful and friendly park rangers available, but not “in your face” 😉 We had a wonderful time! Kayaking, paddle boarding(both mine) and brought our boat to put in at their small, but efficient, Marina! Beautifully well kept grounds…but left to age untrained on ginormously stellar Lake Murray, South Carolina(Mid-state) I would HIGHLY recommend a visit/stay to this family, pet, everyone friendly State Park!!!

  • J
    Sep. 5, 2019

    Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    In the middle of Columbia SC

    Built to celebrate the Sesquicentennial of South Carolina in the 30’s . At one time on the furthest outskirts of Columbia SC. It is now firmly in the muddle of the Metro area. Plenty of trailer sites. Tent site and primitive camping. Has recreational areas. Restaurants and shopping nearby

  • B
    Jan. 20, 2025

    Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    Beautiful large sites with great amenities

    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 . Full laundry and playground, dog park and more

  • B
    Jan. 20, 2025

    Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    Extra large sites with great amenities

    Beautiful large sites, mostly pull thru with pool, pickle ball courts, full gym, large clubhouse wit meeting room. Bsths with showers, playground, dog park and more.

  • Nicole C.
    Jan. 30, 2024

    Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    Really nice place

    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.

  • Alyssa F.
    Sep. 7, 2016

    Dreher Island State Park Campground

    Peaceful, but a little busy

    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!

  • Maria Mercedes M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Dreher Island State Park Campground

    Family Adventures on Lake Murray

    I loved how Dreher Island State Park in South Carolina gave our family the best of both safety and fun, with shaded, roomy sites that included picnic tables, fire rings and well-kept bathhouses that made camping easy with kids. The campground sits right on Lake Murray, so the kids spent hours swimming, skipping rocks and spotting herons, while short hiking trails gave them just enough adventure without wearing them out. With boat ramps, fishing spots and wide-open lake views, it felt like a true escape, yet I had peace of mind knowing everything was family-friendly and close by when we needed it. Evenings ended around the campfire with tired, happy kids and a beautiful lakeside sunset.  I would highly recommend this place!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 6, 2024

    Palmetto Shores RV Resort

    Lovely park

    We both really enjoyed our stay. The dogs loved the dog park and I appreciated having bags to pick up after them. We had trash pickup and sites were easily navigable. Big park with a nice views of the water. They had a play ground, cabins, games. Just a very woodsy cozy place. Would stay again.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Eden in Lancaster SC

    4.5 STARS Peaceful area.

    This is a nice place to stay for a peaceful and quiet getaway. It’s a good place to relax. The owner is very nice and accommodating to your needs. You’re about 10 minutes away from the town of Lancaster, South Carolina.

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