2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Campground at James Island County Park allows dogs in all accommodation types including tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping sites with full hookups. The park maintains pet-friendly policies across its facilities while providing showers, toilets, and trash collection for campers with animals. Military Park Joint Base Charleston similarly welcomes pets with level, paved sites that are well-spaced and maintained clean for animal comfort. The camp host cleans patios after each RV departure. Charleston KOA enforces stricter pet regulations with specific designated areas for dogs, though some campers noted issues with unkempt grounds during extended stays.
Nearby Oak Plantation Campground and Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA both feature accessible pet exercise areas with picnic tables and fire rings where leashed dogs can accompany their owners. Edisto Beach State Park Campground, though farther from Hanahan at about 45 minutes south, offers beachfront camping where dogs can enjoy water access. The majority of campgrounds require pets to remain leashed at all times, with leash restrictions typically limited to six feet. Several military-affiliated campgrounds require proper ID for access but offer superior cleanliness and security that pet owners appreciate. Weather considerations remain important as summer heat can affect pets with limited shade at certain locations like Foster Creek RV Park, which visitors noted has cement pads but minimal tree coverage for dogs to escape the sun.
"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 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."
Available next weekend
from $38 - $219 / night
"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."
"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!!!"
from $68 - $300 / night
"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."
"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."
from $23 / night
"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."
"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."
"IF you meet the qualifications to stay (military affiliated), this is REALLY close to the Navy Nuke School!"
"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."
"I'm an Army Veteran and recently stay at the FAMP CAMP Located on the Joint Base Air Force Base located in Charleston S.C. "
ScoutAbsolutely run down. The showers are very dated and need maintenance. Each rv site has a sewer site, but half smell of sewage, badly. Website advertised wifi, but once I was booked, I was given a site map that had that feature crossed out with marker. No signal at all. The fire pit ring is so rusted it looks like lace. I am going to see about getting it replaced. All in all. NOT worth $300 for 4 nights.
ScoutThis campgrounds has an abundance of camp spots that are well spaced. About 1/4 of the spots appear to be occupied by long term guests.
It has an old swing set for kids and a large/life-size chess set near the pavilion. They also have a pool that closed Oct. 1st.
Some camp spots have a concrete slab, while others are only grass. The water faucet is old but functions and the whole place is just tired…like they are doing enough to get by.
The staff were polite enough but not overly helpful. They’ll answer questions, but if you need them to actually do something…they might get around to it but don’t hold your breath.
They have strict dog rules but yet have a few cats roaming freely. One cat perched itself on our steps, repeatedly meowing and wanting in. We shooed it away, but it kept returning. We talked to a few different staff about it and each said the cats were for the mice and dismissed our concern.
This place was priced higher than the other nearby places, but we gave it a chance because of higher reviews and supposed to be closer to Charleston. But the traffic is horrible on hwy 17, the place is rundown/tired, the staff lean on the side of indifferent and we’re still a good 45 minutes from most attractions.
I wouldn’t recommend staying here…there are better options.
ScoutHunting camp with good level camping spots. Vault bathrooms and potable water. We still used filter. Dirt road and trails to hike. Ranger stops by daily which makes it safe
ScoutGreat location. Great facilities
ScoutVery quiet campground. The campers and staff are all very nice. Will definitely come back!
GuideWe love the Live oaks campground in Edisto Beach State Park. Level sites with plenty of privacy. We are in site 120 this trip and we have stayed in sites 118 and 122 on previous trips. these sites back onto the salt marsh which gives you some incredible scenery just behind the site
ScoutNo camping signs all over the place and the old sites are now fenced off
GuideMost campers are here to go out shrimping. It’s a beautiful, small campground with level sites, some shade, electric and water hookups and tent sites right along the water. The bathroom could use an update but it was very clean and the shower was roomy and hot enough. A dump station is available. I understand the park will close after shrimp season (mid November..?) for updates. I lucked out on a first come, first serve site for the night. I’d definitely stay here again.
LegendYou’ll find this hidden campground VERY far off the beaten trail (and trust me, this trail is as beaten up a road as you’ll find just about anywhere in South Carolina, so you'll want to drive down the lane here SLOW) on the easternmost side of Lake Marion off Ferguson Landing in southeastern part of the great Palmetto State. Given its direct access to Lake Marion, the place gets high marks for its location, but lower marks for overall upkeep and the basic downtrodden nature of the place. You’ll be impressed by the shallow water access and boat launch here, where you’ll have to maneuver around scores of submerged Cypress trees, which makes for quite the enchanting entry to Lake Marion, which if you weren’t aware, offers up 315 miles of shoreline, spans 110,000 square acres or 174 square miles and is the largest lake in South Carolina.
That said, IMHO Taylor’s Landing could use a serious bit of refurbishment and grooming, including the grounds themselves, which were quite overgrown when we stopped by. There is a general store of sorts on-site that sells sundries, ice and most camping needs as well as providing propane tanks for sale. Overall, this place is built more for the RV’ing crowd, although they do offer a few places for tent campers, but don’t offer much in terms of amenities. There was a communal dog area that was pretty worn down right near the area designated for tent camping, which given that most of the dog owners didn’t take their dogs for a walk, the smell emanating from this area was enough for us to decide not to camp here for the night. The entire CG is wide open without any benefit of shade or privacy between sites, although the perimeter has a nice treeline.
Insider’s tip? Here’s a few: (1) If you are a history buff, then you’ll be lured nearby to discover the Sunken Ghost Town of Ferguson, which was once a Congaree Indian Village, which we could access with our kayaks to explore; (2) There is a sandy beachhead that you’ll discover on one of the few trails you’ll come across here at Taylor’s Landing; (3) From an entertainment standpoint, this CG does offer up some interesting creative options during different times of the year – when we were there during the latter part of October, they offered up a ‘Trail of Terror’ for Halloween; (4) If you want to get your hike on, right nearby is Santee Cooper Nature Trail, which makes for some relative easy-to-modest hiking; (5) There’s nothing out in these parts, so if you want to grab a bite to eat, you’ll need to head back to Eutawville where there’s a few mom & pop joints like Tricia’s Café, Sweatman’s BBQ and Casters at Bells; (6) The fishing dock here is solid and offers great opportunity to reel in largemouth bass, catfish, striped bass, crappie and panfish like bluegill; and (7) The best asset here at Taylor's Landing is the fairly EZ to access boat launch that will have you in Lake Marion in no time flat, whether you have a motorized boat or a simple kayak or canoe.
Overall, Taylor's Landing could be a nice place, just in dire need of some upgrades and overall maintenance.
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Pet friendly camping near Hanahan, South Carolina offers diverse options within a 30-mile radius of this suburban community. Located in Berkeley County at sea level, the area experiences humid subtropical climate with summer temperatures often exceeding 90°F from June through September. Mosquitoes are prevalent during warmer months, particularly at campgrounds near standing water or marsh areas.
Kayak rentals near water access: Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA has a lake where visitors can rent kayaks. According to Carlyne F., "They offer kayak and bike rentals. There's a beautiful lake that allows catch and release fishing. Some tent sites and cabin sites are right along the water and offer nice views."
Fishing opportunities: Edisto Beach State Park Campground provides shoreline fishing access. "Shelling was incredible-especially if you walk towards the inlet around low tide," notes Katie F., highlighting the dual water activities available.
Biking trails: Givhans Ferry State Park Campground has a one-mile loop trail. A visitor mentioned, "There is an easy trail and Geocaching. Can be really hot in the summer with little breeze."
Rock climbing: James Island County Park features outdoor climbing walls. Stuart K. describes, "Situated just north of where your RV is anchored is the Outdoor Zone featuring a 50 foot climbing wall, obstacle challenge course, 1K sq ft bouldering wall and slackline that will have you and your brood enjoying these backwoods in no time."
Proximity to beaches: Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA provides good access to nearby beaches. Crystal C. shares, "downtown Charleston and Isle of Palms beaches were both close by. We are already planning a return trip."
Dog exercise areas: Oak Plantation Campground offers dedicated pet areas. Joan notes, "The campground is very large and spacious and many sites have mature trees," providing room for pets to enjoy shaded environments.
Wagon rides: For unique local experiences, Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA offers special tours. Angela M. shares her experience: "Our fave was the wagon ride to the plantation next door."
Wildlife viewing: Some campgrounds feature natural habitats with interesting wildlife. Ashley W. observed at Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA, "The lake had a little dock and we my husband and son fished off of it. There were alligators in the lake and they actually caught one."
Military ID requirements: Military Park Joint Base Charleston restricts access to those with proper credentials. Corby M. confirms, "I am a retired military office and my son is stationed at Charleston AFB, so this campground is a perfect place for my wife and I to stay at while visiting our son."
Seasonal traffic considerations: Some parks have special events that create congestion. One visitor at James Island County Park observed, "And coupled with the fact that they have a light show through the park. The traffic was incredible at night."
Ant prevention: Oak Plantation Campground visitors should prepare for insects. Joan warns, "We got a tip from a neighboring RVer to spray for small ants anywhere that the RV touches the ground so the ants won't crawl up and get in our RV as it did theirs."
Noise factors: Several campgrounds near Hanahan have specific noise patterns. At Military Park Joint Base Charleston, Erin S. cautions, "Really, my only complaint are the speakers in the rec center parking lot that blare reveille and taps. You expect this on base. But boy, it is way-beyond-reasonable loud!!!!!!"
Water play options: Lake Aire RV Park offers water features for children. Sara R. notes, "The tent sites were unlevel and muddy (since it rained before we arrived and all the water ran down hill to the tent sites)," suggesting families should select sites on higher ground.
Playground locations: When selecting a site, consider proximity to play areas. Wendolyn P. recommends James Island, saying "It's great. Also it's very kid friendly. They have an awesome park."
Resident wildlife encounters: Some parks have local animals that kids enjoy. At Lake Aire RV Park, C O. shares, "The resident ducks entertained us everyday and would follow us around."
Off-season planning: Consider timing when crowds are lower. Nick & Allyssa S. mention about James Island, "We stayed here in October when the water park/pool was closed, but there was still plenty to do with bike rentals and the outdoor adventure area."
Sun exposure considerations: Foster Creek RV Park lacks shade trees. Fletcher notes, "The site is very hot due to no trees. Currently the restrooms and showers are down, so you need to have a self contained unit."
Site spacing: RVers appreciate campgrounds with adequate room between sites. At Military Park Joint Base Charleston, Marci R. observes, "The sites are comfortably spaced and there was plenty of room for us to relax and enjoy ourselves."
Access challenges: Several campgrounds have specific entry challenges. For Oak Plantation Campground, Joan advises, "The road in front of campground is extremely busy (Hwy 17) and I wouldn't attempt ever turning left to get out. Just take a right and another right behind campground to get you out."
Leveling requirements: Check site conditions before arrival. At Oak Plantation, Caroline S. reports, "Our site had a concrete pad but the concrete pad was broken up into large pieces of concrete which makes it hard to level."
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