RV parks in Hardeeville, South Carolina sit at elevations of 16-30 feet above sea level in the coastal plain's pine forests and wetlands. The area sees over 48 inches of annual rainfall with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and high humidity levels. Campgrounds between Hardeeville and nearby coastal destinations remain accessible year-round with no seasonal closures, though winter brings more competition for available sites.
What to do
Horseback riding near historic sites: At Red Gate Farms - RV Resort, just across the Georgia border from Hardeeville, visitors can enjoy equestrian activities right on property. "Trail rides are available," notes one camper, while another mentions the farm atmosphere: "We enjoyed visiting the horses and goats. The trails around the lakes were our dogs favorite thing."
Beach access within biking distance: Tybee Island offers beach camping options within a short drive from Hardeeville. At River's End Campground & RV Park, "Short walk to the savannah river beach. A little longer walk to the ocean beach," explains a recent visitor. Another adds that it's "Close to beach. Many sites with shade. Could be tight for big rigs."
Canal trail exploration: The historic Savannah Ogeechee Canal Museum sits adjacent to some area campgrounds. One visitor to Spacious Skies Savannah Oaks wrote: "The best part is that it sets next to the Savannah Ogeechee Canal Museum. What a beautiful picturesque place for a walk/hike. It really looks like a place out of the movies. Worth the $5 admission."
What campers like
Resort-style amenities: The newest RV parks near Hardeeville offer luxury amenities that rival upscale hotels. At Hilton Head National RV Resort, campers rave about the facilities: "The Bath house and private shower area were 5-star hotel quality. Great dog park very clean with separate areas for large and small pets. The pool, lazy river, Tiki Bar and restaurant area was top quality, providing plenty of lounge chairs, tables/w umbrellas, and free pool floats for the lazy river experience."
Farm setting close to urban attractions: Some campers appreciate properties that feel rural while maintaining proximity to city amenities. Red Gate Farms visitors note: "It's about 10 minutes to downtown Savannah," and "Red gate is a hidden gem. This is a beautiful farm of 200 acres situated 5 minutes from downtown Savannah. Everything you could ask for: pool, ponds, horseback riding, goats, beautiful landscaping, room to roam or play."
Outdoor shower and sauna options: Smaller, family-owned campgrounds sometimes offer unique amenities. At Heirloom Hamlet, one camper shared: "We enjoyed the use of their little sauna and outdoor shower," while another noted "Heated water and changing room with a mirror" for the outdoor shower facilities.
What you should know
Golf cart restrictions vary: Some RV parks near Hardeeville have specific policies regarding personal golf cart usage. One visitor to Savannah Lakes RV Resort cautioned: "Pool is not open and no gas golf carts allowed. I CANCELED MY RESERVATION." Meanwhile, other resorts offer golf cart rentals as an alternative.
Early check-in policies and fees: Several campgrounds implement strict arrival time policies. One visitor reported: "We arrived at 11:15 am and were told we could only enter the park after 12:00pm after paying a $10 early check in fee. There were several empty sites but we were refused entry and told to go away and come back after noon."
Payment methods restricted at some parks: Older establishments may have limited payment options. A reviewer at Green Acres RV Camping appreciated the ownership but noted payment limitations: "Owner watches out for his land and makes his guests feel very important." Other parks in the area may require cash, check or money order rather than credit cards.
Tips for camping with families
Pool and recreation features: Family-friendly options abound with water features being particularly important during hot months. One parent shared about Hilton Head National: "We took our 4 kids and they loved it. They were begging to be able to go back soon and we are going again in 2 weeks. They have a large pool with lazy river and a very nice playground."
Transportation around larger resorts: The size of some Hardeeville area campgrounds makes internal transportation useful. "We did rent a golf cart this time and it was nice since the campground is so large," notes one family at Hilton Head National, while another visitor to River's End mentions "Nearby companies will deliver street legal golf carts so you can wander around the shops and restaurants on the main drag or the beachfront."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Kids often enjoy animal sightings at campgrounds with natural settings. A visitor to River's End Campground observed kayaking opportunities with "alligators," while Red Gate Farms visitors noted "peacocks" among the farm animals available for viewing.
Tips from RVers
Concrete pad availability: RVers seeking level surfaces should research pad types. "Nice concrete pad, pull through and we are just going to leave the car connected," reports a Savannah Lakes visitor. At Hilton Head National, a reviewer notes "The sites are HUGE 70ft long 20ft wide, full hook ups with a state of the art Eaton control pedestal for your water, cable and electric connections."
Laundry facility quality varies significantly: Laundry amenities differ between older and newer establishments. While one camper reported "the laundry area was clean but the majority of the machines were broken" at an older park, Hilton Head National received praise for "a beautiful laundry facility."
Cell service and internet access: Connectivity varies by location and carrier. A Red Gate Farms visitor reported "Verizon service is great - we worked from our hotspot the whole trip," while at Heirloom Hamlet, a camper advised "Little to no service for Verizon by the way, however they did have WiFi but I would recommend using a WiFi extender once that was set up it worked great."
