Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Folly Beach, SC

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Folly Beach, SC is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Folly Beach, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Folly Beach, South Carolina (41)

    1. Campground at James Island County Park

    60 Reviews
    Folly Beach, SC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 795-4386

    $38 - $219 / night

    "Bike rentals, dog park, fishing pond, laundry, water park, etc. Large corner lot with plenty of shade. 20 mins from Folly Beach! Will be back!"

    "Awesome dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, a water park, climbing wall, bike/walking path and much more. Close to historic Charleston and Folly Beach."

    2. Edisto Beach State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Edisto Island, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 869-2756

    "It's South Carolina in the summer, so there are mosquitoes."

    "The only negative is the amount of Ticks that your dogs will pick up if you take them on the trails. Be prepared the are tiny little devils!"

    3. Lake Aire RV Park

    19 Reviews
    Johns Island, SC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 571-1271

    "I called day of visit decided to stay 2 night Very helpful staff Was given lots of information about area which was great as we had our dog and they mentioned several dog friendly parks We we’re camping"

    "Santee State Park is a beautiful forested park by the lake."

    4. Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA

    26 Reviews
    Mount Pleasant, SC
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 849-5177

    $68 - $300 / night

    "They even have a dog park that has access to the lake, so your water dogs can take a swim without the worry of alligators!!!"

    "Close to mount p shopping. There’s an on site dog park that dogs can swing in the lake as well. There’s also frisbee golf on site."

    5. Oak Plantation Campground

    13 Reviews
    Johns Island, SC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 766-5936

    "There’s a small pool, dog park, pasture with cows, and a play area. My favorite feature was the recycling area! Almost no RV parks provide recycling, so the fact that this park does is really nice."

    "Beautiful location! Easy spots to get in and out of, not on top of each other. Great WiFi. Super pleasant and helpful staff. Clean bathrooms, Nice dog run, great food truck."

    6. Remleys Point Public Boat Launch

    4 Reviews
    Charleston, SC
    10 miles
    Website

    "Traveling just me and my dog and the boat ramp parking lot felt private and safe. It’s in beautiful neighborhood and you can park right up by the water."

    7. Military Park Joint Base Charleston Outdoor Recreation Center

    9 Reviews
    North Charleston, SC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 963-1672

    $23 / night

    "The campground is located near the golf course and outdoor recreation center, providing close access to golfing, soccer golf, disc golf, a climbing wall, and archery range."

    "The campground is well kept with under 100 slots, it has an adjacent park, tennis and basketball courts. Next to both a frisbee and a nice golf course."

    8. Hunting Island State Park Campground

    64 Reviews
    Edisto Island, SC
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 838-2011

    "First South Carolina camp."

    "Campground Review: We cycled, kayaked, hiked and watched gorgeous sunrises over the Atlantic at this beautiful campground on the coast of South Carolina."

    9. Charleston KOA

    19 Reviews
    Goose Creek, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-5812

    "Nice dog park. Had a 30lb propane tank filled at what I would consider a decent price. There were other amenities, but we didn't use them. A little bit of a noisy area, but we've been in worse."

    "This KOA is located 30-45 minutes from the city, if you have to be closer to the north area for family or just cause Charleston has limited availability for RV’s , this is the place."

    10. Foster Creek RV Park and Villas

    6 Reviews
    Hanahan, SC
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 794-2120

    "IF you meet the qualifications to stay (military affiliated), this is REALLY close to the Navy Nuke School!"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Folly Beach, SC

448 Reviews of 41 Folly Beach Campgrounds


  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Campground at James Island County Park

    We love this campground!!

    So much to do— quiet and family friendly. Bike rentals, dog park, fishing pond, laundry, water park, etc. Large corner lot with plenty of shade. 20 mins from Folly Beach! Will be back!

  • Jen B.
    Feb. 20, 2019

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Beautiful campground with lots of activities!

    Awesome dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, a water park, climbing wall, bike/walking path and much more. Close to historic Charleston and Folly Beach. Friendly and helpful staff, nice clean bath houses with laundry and kitchen facilities. Super nice campground!

  • Lori D.
    May. 16, 2018

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Awesome Place to RV Camp

    We found this campground well maintained and quiet. The bath house was recently remodeled and now has air conditioning. I found it to be one of the nicest bath facilities we have ever used. The campsites have full RV hook-ups and come with a picnic table and fire ring. The park does allow pets and has a dog park with a beach; it seems like the pups were having a marvelous time playing chase on the beach.This is a County Park with trails for walking or leisure biking. A new water park is under construction and should open this summer. The camp store is well stocked and the staff was very friendly and helpful. One downside was the WIFI (one of the perks at this place) did not work the entire 5 days we were there. I need to work remotely so this was a BIG problem. I had to go to the Starbucks to work...bummer! Positives were the easy drive and parking at nearby Folly Beach during the week, and the close proximity to Historic Charleston.

  • Ljupka S.
    Mar. 18, 2023

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Lucky to get a spot

    I was so lucky to get a spot for two nights in this campground. Lovely camp hosts, pristine clean bathrooms, laundry facility. There are paved trails around the campground, dog park and even a fishing pier. The views are stunning every turn you take. It's incredibly close to downtown Charleston and Folly Beach. I'm so glad I stopped here.

  • John P.
    May. 31, 2019

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Great for families and pets!

    Perfectly situated near folly beach! Awesome trails. Pet friendly ,great fishing. Clean restrooms.

  • Michelle B.
    May. 3, 2018

    Campground at James Island County Park

    James island park

    This county park makes an excellent base camp for visiting the Charleston area. Tent camping is done festival style, with no specific sites. Everyone is in a big open field which is a lot of fun but does not offer much privacy. Staff was very friendly and helpful. There are many activities available at the park, including a dog park and dog beach, a waterpark, and a lake. It is just a short 20 minute drive to get into Charleston or down to Folly Beach. Make reservations. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Deanna  G.
    Jan. 18, 2021

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Favorite campground we’ve ever been at!

    It will be hard to share how much we loved this spot! First off, the location to Charleston, Folly Beach, and Mt. Pleasant doesn’t get much better! We planned on staying just 3 nights but made it 4 once we realized how great of a spot it is. They have bike trails, a dog park, a water park (which is obviously closed in the winter), laundry, a camp store and very clean bathhouse! It’s a bit pricey but for the location and all the amenities it’s worth it!!!!

    Also... if you are looking for nearby things to do I highly recommend taking the hour drive south to Botany Bay Plantation to see the driftwood beach!

  • L
    May. 13, 2018

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Very nice, needed some grooming.

    The wooded areas needed to be trimmed and it had a lot of poison ivy. But the rest of the grounds was pretty awesome. Brand new remodels in the bathrooms. Tons of activities for children. Very pet friendly. Close to Charleston and Folly Beach.

  • SummertimeRVrovers J.
    Dec. 5, 2022

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Hidden gem for visiting Charleston

    When making reservations at James Island County Park we had modest expectations, but we were going to tour Charleston most of the time, so we decided anything close to the city would be good enough. The campground turned out to be very nice. We wished we had stayed there longer to enjoy not only Charleston, but the nature beauty of the park itself. The campground is located in a huge park with lots of amenities. The sites are spacious, covered with trees, full hookups with 50 amp service. There are a lot of shaded picturesque walking and bike trails in the park. The dog park was amazingly big, with a little doggy beach for water lovers. There is a big kids playground with a fun looking spray play fountain. It is located just 15 min drive from the campground to downtown Charleston. It is a great campground to stay when visiting Charleston. We have a video on our YouTube Channel- Summertime RV Rovers- about this park- Great Campgrounds in Coastal South Carolina: Charleston and Hilton Head Island. Please check for yourself. We camped at James Island County Park in a Motorhome.


Guide to Folly Beach

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Folly Beach, South Carolina, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry companions. Here are some excellent campgrounds that welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Tips for camping with dogs near Folly Beach

Pet owners appreciate the amenities

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Folly Beach

  • Enjoy the scenic trails at James Island County Park, where you can hike or bike with your dog while taking in the beautiful surroundings.
  • The Edisto Beach State Park Campground is just a short walk from the beach, allowing you to spend quality time with your pet by the ocean.
  • At the Charleston KOA, you can explore nearby attractions and enjoy family-friendly activities, ensuring your dog is included in the fun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Folly Beach, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Folly Beach, SC is Campground at James Island County Park with a 4.7-star rating from 60 reviews.

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