RV sites near Green Pond, South Carolina provide access to Lake Hartwell with numerous public boat ramps and shoreline areas. The region experiences mild winters with average temperatures around 50°F and hot summers reaching 90°F regularly. Many campgrounds in this area offer both short-term and seasonal options with varying levels of shade from the mature oak and pine trees that dominate the landscape.
What to do
Water activities on Lake Hartwell: The Point at Lake Hartwell offers direct lake access with a private boat dock adjacent to a public boat ramp. "The boat ramp/dock to access beautiful Lake Hartwell was ok! The ramp/dock area could use a little facelift but it was still decent," notes a camper who visited with their boat.
Explore downtown Greer: Located near GSP RV PARK, this charming town offers shopping and dining options. "The park is centrally located near downtown Greer (very cute with lots of shops and restaurants) and a short drive from Greenville and Travelers Rest," reports a recent visitor.
University visits: Tiger Stripes RV Campsites & Tailgate provides convenient access to Clemson University, just 4 miles away. "Great for visiting, Parents Day Weekend, and especially football game weekends! The staff and owners of the park could not be more helpful and friendly," shares one camper.
What campers like
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Campgrounds like Fireside RV Park receive praise for their upkeep. "The campsite is very well maintained. You often see the owner themselves doing a lot of the maintenance. Plus they check on people, see if everything is going good," according to a 2025 review.
Spacious sites with grassy areas: Unlike standard gravel pads, some parks offer grassy spaces between sites. "The grass is very nice instead of dirt or gravel pad next to you," notes a camper about Fireside RV Park, highlighting this less common feature.
Social atmosphere during events: The Point at Lake Hartwell offers community activities that campers enjoy. "They had Karaoke & Potluck night while we were there!" mentions one reviewer, while another notes "The 4th of July events was awesome and was a full day of contest and ended with a DJ kicking the tunes."
What you should know
Seasonal availability challenges: Many campgrounds fill quickly during Clemson football season. "During the football season on Friday nights live music can be enjoyed as well as a dinner buffet! A free shuttle will take to you and from the game, so just enjoy the ride and skip the parking hassle!" shares a Tiger Stripes camper.
Site levelness varies significantly: Some campgrounds have challenging terrain. At Thousand Trails Carolina Landing, one camper noted, "our site- A5- was super unlevel. I felt unsafe with our fifth wheel's two left tires up in the air after auto-leveling."
Noise considerations: Some parks experience noise from nearby transportation. A Springwood RV Park visitor mentioned, "I've never stayed in an RV park next to a small airport with a train track running through the middle of the park! Fell asleep to the soothing sounds of a locomotive horn punctuated by the plinks of acorns bouncing off the roof."
Tips for camping with families
Look for playgrounds and pools: Several campgrounds offer recreation areas. At GSP RV Park, visitors mention "Spacious dog park, fresh gravel in the spots, fire pit area with string lights," providing areas for family activities.
Consider holiday-specific activities: Holiday weekends often include special events. At The Point at Lake Hartwell, "They did have some 4th activities but it was all seasonal," notes one camper, while another mentioned the "4th of July events was awesome and was a full day of contest."
Check for kid-friendly spaces: Some campgrounds are more conducive to families than others. Moon Landing Campground receives mixed reviews for family activities, with one visitor simply noting it's a "Good place to relax and enjoy the water," while another points out restrictions: "No tent camping no fishing and no swimming."
Tips from RVers
Consider access roads carefully: Some campgrounds have challenging navigation. At Carolina Landing, campers advise: "When you enter the park make sure you stay to the left of the sign. We made the mistake of going straight our first time at this park and almost lost our 5th wheel at the turn around by the lake."
Check site dimensions before booking: Fitting larger RVs can be challenging. "The hill getting up to our site was steep. This place is full of big rigs, however, it is not conducive to them. Every turn is tight," notes a Carolina Landing visitor with a fifth wheel.
Verify hookup locations: Some sites have unusual utility placements. "The sewer outlet at our site was placed in the back of our site and I needed a hose about 35' long to reach it," reports a camper at Cunningham RV Park, highlighting the importance of carrying extension equipment.
