9 campgrounds with availability this weekend
RV parks near Elgin provide several full hookup options with varying amenities and site sizes. Wateree Lake RV Park & Marina offers water, sewer, and electric hookups with concrete pads suitable for large RVs. Columbia Camden RV Park in nearby Lugoff features year-round access with full hookups and trash service. Big Rig Friendly RV Resort lives up to its name with spacious pull-through sites, 50-amp service, and concrete pads designed for larger motorhomes and fifth wheels. Sesquicentennial State Park Campground, located within 20 miles of Elgin, accommodates RVs with 30-amp hookups, water, and sewer connections, though some sites present leveling challenges. "Most sites are very uneven. If you have a large camper/RV it may be tough to get your rig level. Site #21 worked well for our 40 foot fifth wheel."
Most RV sites throughout the area include picnic tables and fire rings with varying regulations on fires and generator use. While cellular service is generally reliable at parks closer to Columbia, reception may diminish at more remote locations. Dump stations are available at most parks, though Pumphouse Road RV Park and Broad River Campground provide full sewer hookups directly at sites. According to one visitor, Big Rig Friendly RV Resort offers "beautiful large sites with pool, pickle ball courts, full gym, large clubhouse with meeting room." RVers with pets should note that most parks are pet-friendly, though specific restrictions may apply. Summer months bring higher demand, especially at lakeside parks like Wateree where the combination of shade and water access appeals to travelers seeking relief from South Carolina heat. Winter remains mild enough for comfortable year-round camping at most locations.
"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."
"The wifi was great. The beach area is super nice to spend a day on the water with your family. Price is a little higher then the state park but so worth it!!"
from $45 - $55 / night
from $60 - $113 / night
"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."
"Google review I found that seems to sum up the other 10 reviews: We stayed one night at Big Rig on our way from Townsend, TN to Amelia Island, FL."
from $45 - $600 / night
"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."
"Large sites with full hook-ups. Lots of amenities on the premises, including a really good restaurant!"
from $48 - $55 / night
"Included: 50 AMP Hookups
City Water
Gray/Black Dump at each site
Cable TV
Internet
One note is there is no dumpster, but it is easy to just take your garbage to dump or a friend."
from $30 / night
"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."
"Location on map is incorrect. CG is located east of Jenkinville on SC-215. Definitely for both long term and overnight RV. We have been here for a month."
"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."
"I live 10 minutes from Sesqui and visit the dogpark daily. I stay in the campsite are in my 20ft Travel trailer 2 or 3 times a year. Staff is responsive to camper needs. "
"Clean heated restrooms in Winter is a bonus. Lots of things to do for all ages. Helpful and friendly staff."
Available this weekend
TravelerIt 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.
RangerWhen I’m traveling through the area, I do my best to stay here. It is a peaceful and well kept campground. It is an adult and a kid friendly environment. It’s one of the few places you can feel safe. I highly recommend this place.
ScoutThis is a restricted use Army Travel Camp managed through MWR. It is open only to those holding military ID cards.
ScoutWhen I moved here in October 2025 Tom and Jen were helpful. The lot however hadn’t been cleaned in quite some time. The dead leaves and pine needles were at least 2 inches thick and I was left to clean them by myself. The amenities are far below substandard and barely work. If you need to shower at the office pray the hot water is working before going. It doesn’t work more than it works. There are always campground wide water and electric issues. The mail carrier delivers all mail to the office and they distribute to mailboxes when they feel like it unless Jen has something against you then she brags to other people in the campground how she is shredding your mail. I moved out in July 2026 and had paid my rent a week early but found a place to move the day after paying and they refused to reimburse the rent. They also raised the 6 times as well as forced all residents to pay for WiFi that was very inadequate to watch tv with so you pay for their WiFi as well as a second WiFi that actually works. I am not telling you to not move or camp here just want you to be informed of what you’ll be dealing with.
GuideCheck in was easy, folks friendly. Water pressure to RV was weak, not sure we had 50 amp electric voltage, cause our battery level was down to 1/3 in am. It was very hot, ran two AC’s, and have electric fridge. Still trying to figure out why, when plugged into power, our battery level is lower then when we plugged into pole.
ScoutGreat service .Tent camp here every year .
GuideThis is a lovely park but construction in progress at campground during our stay so heavy equipment running during weekdays
RangerA lot of the sites are situated for RVs. If you want to hammock camp, absolutely grab site T-15. It's spacious, private, and has a lot of water frontage. It's a terrible tent site but a perfect hammock site.
GuideCute little park we really enjoyed it!
RV campgrounds near Elgin, South Carolina typically offer year-round access due to the region's mild climate, with winter temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. Located in the central part of the state, Elgin sits at approximately 350 feet above sea level with gently rolling terrain. Most RV parks in this area are within 30-45 minutes of downtown Columbia, providing a balance of rural setting with access to urban amenities.
Fishing at Lake Wateree: Wateree Lake RV Park & Marina provides direct lake access for anglers. "The beach area is super nice to spend a day on the water with your family," notes Jake, who appreciated the convenient water access.
Trail hiking near campsites: Explore the extensive trail systems behind Broad River Campground. One camper discovered "a bunch of trails behind the campground... it was really pretty back there and we explored and found a lot of beautiful little places back there."
Paddling and boating: Several parks offer water recreation options. "Sesquicentennial State Park Campground has a small lake for paddle boating and fishing," explains Stanton L., who visits frequently throughout the year.
Wildlife viewing: The wooded settings provide opportunities to observe local wildlife. Ruth J. enjoys "doing the trails and spotting dear [sic]" at Sesquicentennial State Park, which maintains natural habitat despite being close to urban areas.
Clean facilities: Maintenance standards are important to campers. "Bathrooms were very clean" at Wateree Lake RV Park & Marina, according to Jake, who also mentioned reliable WiFi service.
Spacious sites: Site size varies significantly between parks. "Beautiful large sites with pool, pickle ball courts, full gym, large clubhouse with meeting room" is how Bill M. describes Big Rig Friendly RV Resort, highlighting its generous spacing.
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers value the peaceful setting of parks in this region. Will J. spent two months at Broad River Campground and described it as "Mellow... The vibe is residential/family oriented... Felt reserved."
Security features: Some RV parks provide extra security measures. Charles F. noted that Wateree Lake RV Park & Marina "has a security gate to keep passers by out" which contributed to his positive experience.
Varying site conditions: Terrain can differ significantly between campgrounds and sites. "Most sites are pretty close together and some are a little on top of each other," explains Anna about one area of Sesquicentennial State Park Campground.
Distance from amenities: Some parks are relatively isolated. Kim S. notes that Broad River Campground is "pretty far from restaurants, grocery stores, etc so plan accordingly."
Monthly stay options: Several parks offer extended-stay arrangements. "Call for prices, mine is below $400 a month" shares Troy P. about his permanent spot at Magnolia Campground RV Park, which includes "50 AMP Hookups, City Water, Gray/Black Dump at each site, Cable TV, Internet."
Bathroom access limitations: Check facility availability before booking. "Bathrooms were closed to overnight guests" experienced Kim S. during her stay at Broad River Campground, though she found the full hookups easy to access.
Water play areas: Several parks offer child-friendly water features. Ruth J. mentions that Sesquicentennial State Park has "a small water play area for children. They have paddle boats also."
Playground access: Palmetto Shores RV Resort offers family-friendly amenities. Douglas T. noted "They had a play ground, cabins, games. Just a very woodsy cozy place."
Group camping potential: Some parks accommodate youth groups. CeCelia L. reports, "I took a group of 8 wild middle schoolers here and we had a blast hiking the trails, boating, and unplugging for a while!" at Sesquicentennial State Park.
Dog-friendly areas: Many campgrounds welcome pets with designated areas. "The dogs loved the dog park and I appreciated having bags to pick up after them," shares Douglas T. about Palmetto Shores RV Resort.
Leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven terrain at some sites. Erin M. notes the "Dirt roads lead up to loop 2" at Sesquicentennial State Park Campground, which can present challenges for larger rigs.
Site selection advice: Some campgrounds allow you to select specific sites. Lisa E. at Big Rig Friendly RV Resort appreciated that "We were able to reserve online and even pick our camping spot. It has full hookups and we were able to find the spot easily even in the dark."
Cellular connectivity: Signal strength varies by location and carrier. Erin M. reports "T-Mobile 3 bars 5g over 300mbps, ATT 2 bars 5G over 300mbps" at Sesquicentennial State Park, though also notes "Starlink - forget it. Too many trees."
Ownership transitions: Some parks are undergoing improvements. Charles F. observed that at Wateree Lake RV Park & Marina, "The owners are trying hard to improve the park," noting they added amenities like "a nice deck near the boat ramp and have a little bar in the office."
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