Brick House Campground offers primitive camping for equestrians and outdoor enthusiasts in Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests. The campground contains 21 sites with fire rings located roughly 5 miles from Interstate 26. Visitors can access equestrian trails directly from the campground, making it convenient for those traveling with horses and requiring trailer parking.
What to do
Equestrian trails: Woods Ferry Campground provides dedicated facilities for horse camping with corrals at many campsites. According to Myron C., "Woods Ferry is a campground mainly for campers who have horses. There are corrals at many of the campsites." The area offers extensive riding opportunities through forested terrain.
Disc golf courses: Chester State Park Campground features a championship disc golf course alongside its lake. Keith K. notes, "Very nice trail along the lake perimeter and Championship Disc golf course." This provides an alternative recreation option between trail rides.
Lakeside relaxation: For water activities beyond riding, campers can enjoy time by various lakes. Christopher B. shared about Chester State Park: "Beautiful state park campsite on the water. Clean. Newly renovated community areas. Great rentals and goods to purchase from the Ranger Station."
What campers like
Budget-friendly options: Brick House Campground offers affordable camping with basic amenities. Michael W. notes, "$5.00 to me is great for the peace and quiet." This makes it accessible for extended stays when exploring multiple equestrian trails.
Spacious sites: Many equestrian-friendly campgrounds provide ample space for trailers and horses. At Bussey Point Wilderness Area, cody S. explains, "The campsites have pre-installed horse hitches and plenty of room to move a horse trailer. The sites have a picnic table and a fire pit."
Natural surroundings: Horse campers appreciate the natural settings. Big D. states about Bussey Point, "This is my favorite spot for taking it in, and getting back to nature. Bussey Point is primitive camping at its best. Btw, watch out for the horse poop!"
What you should know
Water access limitations: Many horse campgrounds require bringing your own water supply. richardhoerz mentions about Brick House, "There is no running water. The closest water is 5 or 6 miles in either direction, so pack plenty."
Restroom considerations: Facilities vary significantly between campgrounds. At Plum Branch RV Park, Kevin H. notes, "Really pleasant staff. Friendly and were helpful and obliging." Meanwhile, at more primitive sites, expect vault toilets or pit latrines.
Seasonal variations: Conditions at horse campgrounds change throughout the year. Allyse found at Brick House Campground, "Very well taken care of campground. Vault toilet was clean. There are a couple pull-through spots. We were the only campers there."
Tips for camping with families
State parks for amenities: Lake Greenwood State Park Campground offers more facilities than forest service campgrounds. Frankie E. shares, "My family loves this campground! It's clean and has a Great Lake to swim in," making it suitable for families seeking horse-friendly options with additional activities.
Trail selection: When camping with children near equestrian trails, consider shorter loop options. Lisa M. reports at Brick House Campground, "Hikes in the forest noted several downed trees, most likely due to the hurricane that occurred last year. Some of the trails were impassable."
Site selection: For family camping near horse trails, Robert D. recommends, "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."
Tips from RVers
Pull-through options: Sesquicentennial State Park Campground provides RV-friendly options when exploring horse campgrounds. Stanton L. describes, "Plenty of drive-through, front entry and back-in sites, all with power and water. Excellent shower and toilet buildings."
Road conditions: Access to some horse campgrounds requires careful driving. Lisa M. cautions about Brick House Campground: "Beware of the giant pothole when turning off the 66 onto the Brickhouse Road. We hit it and it jarred the trailer so much it broke our back window."
Seasonal popularity: Jacob L. found Brick House Campground ideal during holidays: "Spent new years at site 16 and it was a little damp due to a heavy rain but a great site. Mostly away from everyone and was right next to a 9 mile loop hiking trail."
