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ScoutSkidaway Island State Park Campground
Beautiful setting
Pull through sites very accommodating. Trees need trimming. Roads very narrow.
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Point South KOA features glamping accommodations with climate-controlled cabins resembling train cabooses, offering a unique lodging experience just minutes from Interstate 95. These distinctive units provide comfortable beds, full amenities, and private outdoor spaces with fire pits and picnic tables. "The cabins that look like train Cabooses are super nice and well taken care of," noted one visitor who appreciated the thoughtful design. The campground maintains a resort-style atmosphere with well-appointed sites tucked among mature trees, creating a secluded feel despite proximity to major travel routes. Guests enjoy reliable Wi-Fi, clean facilities, and convenient access to Savannah, Charleston, and Hilton Head Island for day trips.
The campground's on-site Mermaid Coffee Bar and Café serves as a social hub where guests gather for local wine and beer tastings in the evenings. During the day, visitors can explore the nature trail circling a small lake, challenge friends to giant chess, or relax by the swimming pool. A recent guest remarked, "We checked out the giant chess board, playground, horseshoes, and corn hole. Next time I will definitely check out the nightly wine or beer tasting." The property also features a playground, gem mining activity for children, and a designated dog park with agility equipment. Approximately 45 minutes from Savannah and one hour from Charleston, Point South KOA offers an ideal base for exploring Low Country attractions while enjoying luxury outdoor accommodations.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Garnett (10)
1. Point South KOA
"The gravel kept the camper clean; the deck with bench, table and chairs, gas fire pit was super nice; the grill with picnic table were awesome. The plot abuts the grassy area but wasn’t too buggy."
"There are a couple large pods you can walk around, nice pool and a dog run. Staff very nice. Put the bag of trash out in the morning and it is picked up for you."
2. Skidaway Island State Park Campground
"Arrived here for a four-night tent stay. Easy drive in from Tomoka State Park up I-95. Got the last spot at #62 which is very large and has a large tent pad."
"We were greeted by wonderful staff members and a park ranger. Parking is $5, they were currently out of firewood but thankfully Publix is not far."
from $45 - $165 / night
Check Availability3. River's End Campground & RV Park
"Each site comes with a fire pit and a picnic table. Location is great. Not right on the beach but a short walking distance."
"Mainly a RV park, but about a dozen tent pads (fine gravel, well kept, no trash) in grassy lots with picnic table and fire pit. Family style bathroom/ showers. Office with coffee, games, books."
4. Fort McAllister State Park Campground
"You get the history, 4 miles of hiking trails, the river, and camping! The campground is quiet and the campsites are nicely spaced. Water and electric is available as well as restrooms and showers."
"Even in winter, Fort McCallister campground was nearly full and for the most part with large, really large and really, really large RVs."
from $12 - $230 / night
Check Availability5. Magnolia Springs State Park Campground
"There is also some permanent (concrete) cornhole setup, but you’ll need your own bean bags."
"We were on site 1 (right on the corner) and had a view of the lake across the street."
from $22 - $65 / night
Check Availability6. Whispering Pines RV Park
"This campground was nice to stay at, with level grassy spots, a fun playground for the kiddos and plenty of space to run around, outstanding Verizon service, warm showers, and propane refills, and water"
7. New Green Acres RV Park
"Loud highway noise, but tolerable. Tall trees everywhere. Very pretty! No rock or concrete pad to park on so be prepared to level your RV. Bathrooms/showers are clean and large. Pleasant staff."
"Quiet even tho close to I95.
We will be back when we head up from FL. Price very reasonable. Walk to Cracker Barrel."8. Savannah South KOA
"S I T E R E V I E W ⛺️
📍 Savannah South KOA Savannah, GA
🗓 March 2021
Site 6⚡️💧
🦮 Pets Welcome (on leash at all times)
➕Clean bathrooms, friendly staff, pool, playground, dog park, large"
"Pet friendly and just over all very well groomed. Manager was there to answer questions upon arrival and later after set up. You can tell this place is maintained. I will come back."
9. Camp South RV Park
"I really enjoyed the community garden and the community gathering area complete with TVs and a large fire pit and cooker. Adorable playground and large dog park with poop bags!!"
"Campsites are widely spaced in this wooded area, with a dirt road entrance. Full hookups worked great, the internet worked fine, the bathhouse was clean and fairly modern."
from $37 / night
Check Availability10. Stoney Crest Plantation Campground
Drive Time
- 50 min from Savannah, GA
- 58 min from Hilton Head Island, SC
- 1 hr 17 min from Hinesville, GA
- 1 hr 35 min from Augusta, GA
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Glamping Reviews near Garnett, SC
315 Reviews of 10 Garnett Campgrounds
- LLuis G.Scout
Skidaway Island State Park Campground
Great Location near Savannah
The campsite has a great space. Bathroom, and laundry were nice and clean.
Stuart K.
LegendSkidaway Island State Park Campground
Stone’s Throw to Savannah for Live Oak Shaded Camping & Salt Marshes
Just a short drive SE of downtown Savannah, Skidaway Island SP Campground offers a peaceful escape immersed in marshes, maritime forests, and Spanish moss-draped live oaks. Set along Georgia’s Intracoastal Waterway, the park feels remote while still easily accessible not just to civilization, but arguably one of the greatest little cities in the entire South, making it perfect for folks who want to grab a pristine slice of nature without having to sacrifice comfort and / or quick access to shops, restaurants and more salt water taffy shops on the Savannah riverfront than you can imagine.
The campground hosts some 87 tent, trailer and RV sites, many of which include water and electric hookups (usually 30/50 amp), and about 17 premium spots with full hookups. Sites are gravel, shaded, and include a picnic table, fire ring and grill making it ideal for gathering around the campfire. On-site you’ll find incredibly well-kept and clean restrooms with flush toilets, hot showers, a laundry room, dump station and an excellent CG store near the front of the property (near the entrance) for staples like firewood, snacks, ice and souvenirs. There are 3 yurts that the SP will rent you offering enhanced comfort with A/C, heat, kitchens, bathrooms and screened porches - perfect for those seeking a bit more luxury. Pets are allowed in campsites but not in the cabins. Additional features include three pioneer group campsites, a group shelter, laundry facilities, playgrounds and even outdoor fitness equipment with Wi-Fi available at the park office.
What sets Skidaway Island apart from other SPs is, yes, its proximity to an exquisite city, but very much so, the wildlife you'll discover here with deer, fiddler crabs, raccoons and egrets being frequent sightings, which you’ll encounter while experiencing the six miles of hiking trails weaving through salt marsh and maritime forest. The boardwalk and observation tower over the Skidaway Narrows offer scenic glimpses of birdlife and nature. Engaging ranger programs, geocaching and an interpretive center deepen the experience. While close enough to Savannah, if you are not familiar with the area, you should definitely check out Tybee Island (about 30–40 minutes away) to easily combine camping with beach day-trips.
Insider Tips? Oh yeah, I’ve got quite a few for you: (1) For big rigs, book one of the premium full-hookup pull-through sites as they’re roomy and easier to access, although the low-hanging Spanish moss can be tricky to maneuver but will give you tons of shade and creates a peaceful vibe; (2) Even if you’re not staying in a yurt, stop by and check them out as they’re very well made, cozy and well-equipped; (3) Take the Big Ferry and Marsh Trail to the observation tower for sunrise or sunset wildlife viewing where you’ll be richly rewarded, but be sure to bring either that double-walled thermos of coffee for early AM sipping or that cocktail shaker set pre-loaded with your favorite elixir for proper sun-downers; (4) One of the biggest ‘pro tips’ I could give anyone coming to Skidaway is LOAD UP ON FIREWOOD *** BEFORE *** you arrive as every imaginable place that sells firewood within a 20 mile radius was completely out – and while the CG store has a firewood box in front of the store, it was either always locked or out of wood by the time we stopped by; (5) Another huge ‘pro tip’ is given the very close proximity to Publix, which is literally right outside the CG, you don’t really need to load up your coolers too much as you can simply go there whenever you need something, so let Publix keep your supplies cool and save yourself some packing!; (6) Beware of ant infestations – the little guys were literally EVERYWHERE, so I was grateful that I remembered to pack 1 can of ant spray from another bad camping experience, so we sprayed a perimeter around our tent and we were fine; (7) You will also want to be mindful that the black-eyed furry bandits (racoons) were INCREDIBLY aggressive and would actually come straight up to our picnic table and grab things WHILE WE WERE EATING and tried to run away with our bags, food and even a small pot!; and (8) When you grow weary of conjuring up that next meal from your cooler and want to try out some local fare, these are some nearby joints I'd recommend: Castaways, Sandfly BBQ where you’ll want to definitely gnosh on the smoked chicken, baked beans and cole slaw, Crystal Beer Parlor for old school cheesburger’s in a century’s old grocery store and Loc’s Chicken & Waffles, but if you want something truly transformation, venture into Savannah for fantastic dining at The Grey with its sizzlin’ smoking pig and Mrs. Wilkes Boarding House for succulent fried chicken – both of which require advance reservations and likely a better outfit than the one you might be camping in – and finish an excellent bit of dining with some of the best ice cream in the universe over at Leopold’s Ice Cream Parlor.
Happy Camping!
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GuideSkidaway Island State Park Campground
Gates close at 10, otherwise great
Expensive for a campground in general but not for the region, and I was able to find a discount code online. Staff went out of the way to accommodate arrival after the office closed. Hard refusal to allow entry after 10 to preserve quiet hours, no idea what happens in emergency. Place is big and beautiful, well landscaped with lots of mostly level sites and Spanish moss everywhere. Cell service is sufficient. Proximity to Savannah is a huge deal, it's a nice enough park on its own but this is the best option if you're visiting the city and need power at night.
- SSherri B.Guide
Fort McAllister State Park Campground
Beautiful but buggy
Beautiful location but swarming with deer flies during our visit. Lots of wildlife to observe from campsite including deer, armadillo, squirrel, possum, ...
- JJames M.
TravelerRiver's End Campground & RV Park
Week at the beach
Great camping area with dog parks close by. The campground is a little narrow if you are wide but all in all enough room to get through. All the amenities were clean and well kept. The local cat population is standoffish except ol 3 legs he was kind and loved the petting. The grounds are only a few blocks from the beach and it's beautiful! Had no problems here at all, everyone was so friendly!
- DDeborah A.Traveler
River's End Campground & RV Park
Very Nice
Well maintained, very friendly. Nice clean bathrooms. Sites are small and close together but super close to the beach and convenient to town. Also, we were able to get a last minute reservation due to cancellations.
Adam B.
RangerSkidaway Island State Park Campground
Nice place
Spent a cold week and a half here in January escaping storm Fern. Nice level spots with electrical and water hookups. Cell service (Verizon and AT&T) were decent enough to watch TV and for me to work with multiple video meetings. Trails are nice if you like to see swamps and estuaries. Some very pretty birds and you can hear the owls talking to each other at night. Bathrooms were warm and clean. Good laundry machines too. Cycling around here is not great. Very flat hardly any bike lanes and lots of straight roads.
- Adam B.Ranger
Skidaway Island State Park Campground
Pleasant place nice staff
The people here are nice. Perhaps it’s the southern hospitality or just the type of person who works in a state park. The campgrounds are well maintained. Sites are level for the most part. Showers are pretty good with hot water and the laundry machines look newer. Leave it better than you found it.
Guide to Garnett
Point South KOA offers luxury cabin camping in caboose-style accommodations located within an hour's drive of historic Savannah and Charleston. The campground provides a range of alternatives for visitors seeking glamping near Garnett, South Carolina, with cabins and RV sites situated in a wooded setting. The property sits at approximately 30 feet above sea level in the coastal plain region, experiencing mild winters and hot, humid summers typical of the Low Country. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity levels.
What to do
Explore historic sites: Fort McAllister State Park Campground, about 50 minutes away, offers Civil War history alongside camping options. "The ranger told us about the animals in the park and even let us feel grey fox and beaver pelts. We saw vultures and an armadillo," noted one visitor who participated in organized activities at Magnolia Springs State Park.
Water recreation: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing ponds, swimming areas, and paddling options. "We went on a walk with our girls around the camp site, to the doggy area, around the lake, and read the historical signs," reported a camper at Fort McAllister State Park. The park features riverside views and wildlife observation opportunities.
Take day trips: The location serves as a central base for multiple attractions. "We took day trips to Hilton Head, Savannah and Charleston, each about an hour away. We highly recommend this KOA. We can't wait to go back!" shared a guest who used the campground as a hub for regional exploration.
What campers like
Privacy and space: While many coastal campsites can feel crowded, several nearby options provide more room. "The sites are very large and spread out. Many of the campsites have gorgeous Live Oak trees covered in Spanish Moss," explained a visitor to Skidaway Island State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness ranks high among camper priorities. "Bathroom and showers were very clean and well kept. Visitor Center was really interesting and the staff were very knowledgeable and helpful," mentioned a camper reviewing their stay at a nearby state park.
Wildlife viewing: The Low Country offers abundant wildlife observation opportunities. "I love going to the spring and seeing the turtles. Or looking on the banks to see the alligator sunning," shared a frequent visitor to Magnolia Springs State Park Campground. Many parks feature boardwalks and observation platforms designed for wildlife viewing.
What you should know
Weather considerations: The region experiences frequent afternoon thunderstorms in summer months with high humidity. Temperatures regularly exceed 90°F between June and September with high humidity making it feel hotter.
Highway noise: Some campgrounds sit close to major highways. "This campground is right off 95 and very easy to access. Loud highway noise, but tolerable. Tall trees everywhere," noted a visitor to New Green Acres RV Park.
Bugs and wildlife: Mosquitoes, ticks, and fire ants are common in warm months. "There were numerous signs posted for alligators and bears. I didn't put a lot of stock into the bear signs due to the fact that none of the garbage cans or anything were 'bear-proof'," observed a camper at Magnolia Springs.
Tips for camping with families
Educational programs: Ranger-led programs provide learning opportunities. "We participated in a hike with the park manager where she told us about the animals in the park. That finished with hot chocolate and roasting marshmallows!" shared a family visiting Magnolia Springs State Park.
Kid-friendly amenities: Playgrounds, open spaces, and recreational facilities keep children entertained. "This is a great family campground, they have very well appointed RV sites, Tent sites and cabins. We had neighbors that snowbird in FL but they live in Manitoba, Canada and drive all the way over just to stay there," noted a visitor describing the appeal for families of all ages.
Water activities: Swimming pools and fishing opportunities provide cooling recreation. "They have a pool for the kids and a wine tasting in the evening for grownups," mentioned a visitor at Rivers End Campground & RV Park, highlighting amenities that appeal to multiple age groups.
Tips from RVers
Site access: Many campgrounds in the area feature pull-through sites that accommodate larger vehicles. "Campsites are widely spaced in this wooded area, with a dirt road entrance. Full hookups worked great, the internet worked fine," reported an RVer staying at Camp South RV Park.
Hookup quality: Water pressure and electrical reliability vary between campgrounds. "Our site was level and spacious. The gravel kept the camper clean; the deck with bench, table and chairs, gas fire pit was super nice; the grill with picnic table were awesome," described a guest detailing the site amenities.
Overnight convenience: Several parks cater to travelers passing through on I-95. "Checked in at dark and was guided to our site by staff. Mostly level sites with easy access. Beautiful Park with nice sites. Very helpful staff," noted a visitor who found the location convenient for an overnight stay when traveling.
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