Camping near Green Pond, South Carolina provides access to both mountainous and lake environments with elevations ranging from 900 to 1,200 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically average 85-95°F with humidity levels reaching 70-80%, making water activities particularly important for visitors. Many campgrounds in this region feature sloped terrain that can present leveling challenges for RVs and trailers.
What to do
Mountain biking trails: Paris Mountain State Park Campground offers designated mountain biking trails on weekends. According to a camper, "This is a beautiful park, with lots to do, and in close proximity to the endless supply of activities that can be found in the Greenville area" while another notes that "the park has a lot of trails and scenery and is a great place for riding a bike."
Kayaking on small lakes: Several parks offer paddling opportunities despite limited water areas. One visitor at Paris Mountain State Park mentioned, "Mountain lake was a little small for kayaking, but we had fun," making it suitable for beginners or families seeking calm waters.
Highland cow interactions: WyldStay Greenville offers unique farm animal experiences not available at traditional campgrounds. A visitor shared, "We arrived and immediately met Pebbles (My wife's favorite of the Highland cows). She was the sweetest cow and allowed us to pet, take pictures with her and of course feed her."
Horseback riding facilities: Croft State Park Campground maintains extensive equestrian facilities with dedicated trails. A reviewer noted it's "Perfect for equestrian as most of the trails are horse friendly and there is a large arena free to use. The barn is clean as well and provides stall shavings for a small fee."
What campers like
Clean bathhouse facilities: Pine Ridge Campground maintains exceptionally clean facilities. One camper reported, "Cleanest bathhouse I've ever seen and a great pool make this a great place to stay," while another mentioned the "Beautiful restrooms kept clean and had a combination lock on them."
Brewery camping option: Golden Grove Farm and Brew offers a unique camping experience connected to a craft brewery. A visitor described, "Really cool spot to go camping. The brewery was awesome and they were very friendly," while another mentioned arriving "around 2 - had live music at 7 so went to get drinks & dinner. Had the MOST incredible time."
Family-oriented atmosphere: Pine Ridge Campground focuses on family activities and amenities. Reviewers consistently mentioned the family appeal with comments like "Great Family Campground!" and "Our family had a great time! Lots of stuff for the kids to do!"
Hiking trail diversity: Table Rock State Park Campground features trails ranging from easy walks to challenging climbs. A visitor explained, "If you like to hike there are two strenuous hikes in the park from 4-8 miles long and steep climbs that offer breathtaking views," while another noted it has "Variety of campsites available to suit any camping style."
What you should know
Uneven campsites: Many campgrounds in the region feature sloped sites due to the mountainous terrain. At Paris Mountain State Park, reviewers frequently mentioned challenges with "very unlevel sites" where one camper reported being "so unlevel our refrigerator wouldn't work."
Seasonal crowds: Table Rock State Park Campground experiences significant visitor traffic during peak seasons. A reviewer advised, "You must plan your adventure carefully to avoid crowds," particularly on popular hiking trails during summer and fall weekends.
Accessibility challenges: Some ADA-designated sites don't meet typical accessibility standards. One visitor at Paris Mountain noted their ADA site was "extremely dangerous" and "more mountainous than the mountains," causing falls when exiting their RV.
Transportation noise: Certain campgrounds experience noise from nearby transportation. At Springwood RV Park, a camper described, "Fell asleep to the soothing sounds of a locomotive horn punctuated by the plinks of acorns bouncing off the roof. Awakened at 5:30 AM by sirens."
Tips for camping with families
Jump pads and playgrounds: Pine Ridge Campground offers dedicated children's activity areas. A reviewer noted "This campground was recommended to me by a friend. After car camping for a few days, my son and I came here to a surprisingly comfortable cozy and AIR CONDITIONED (!) cabin for 3 nights. This place is so cute! There is an acre of catch and release pond, a playground and jump pad for kids."
Swimming access points: Several parks offer swimming options during hot summer months. At Croft State Park Campground, a visitor shared they stayed "at the upper campground (not the lakeside) close to the trail that takes you down to the creek for a swim," providing natural water play areas for children.
Holiday weekend activities: Seasonal programming enhances family camping experiences. A Pine Ridge Campground visitor mentioned, "Add on all the activities they plan for big holiday weekends and this place is a no brainer."
Cabin alternatives: For families new to camping, several parks offer cabin accommodations. One visitor to Table Rock State Park Campground mentioned it has "good to excellent facilities" with options to "swim, hike, camp, fish and kayak" while staying in cabins rather than tents.
Tips from RVers
Narrow access roads: Paris Mountain State Park Campground presents challenges for larger RVs. A reviewer warned, "The road through the park back to the campground is pretty narrow at some points - we don't know how we would have managed if we had met another RV! We have a 31' Class A and we managed fine, but I did hear some people with larger trailers having a harder time."
RV length restrictions: Due to terrain and road conditions, several campgrounds have practical limitations on RV size. A visitor to Fireside RV Park noted, "Spots are fairly close but the people all seemed friendly. There seemed to be quite a few long term campers but the place was clean. The grass is very nice instead of dirt or gravel pad next to you."
Pull-through availability: Some campgrounds offer easier access sites for larger rigs. At Springwood RV Park, a visitor mentioned, "Our pull-thru site was right next to the office and was very level. Our site had a picnic table. We had no issues with the water/electric/sewer."
Full hookup reliability: Hookup quality varies significantly between campgrounds. A reviewer at Fireside RV Park noted, "There is no office or showers or anything like that... No picnic tables and the WiFi was just useable. I had 2-3 bars of AT&T LTE Wireless signal."
