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This is a restricted use Army Travel Camp managed through MWR. It is open only to those holding military ID cards.
Cabin Camping near Irmo, SC
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Cabin rentals in Irmo, South Carolina range from basic to fully furnished accommodations at several established campgrounds. Woodsmoke Family Campground and Weston Lake Recreation Area both offer cabin options with electricity and basic amenities. Newberry/I-26/Sumter NF KOA provides more upscale cabin experiences with modern hookups and comfort features. "The owners and host are amazing at what they do! They've planned so much for this campground that our kids have had 5 days of things to do each day," notes one visitor about the KOA property. Most cabins include climate control systems and provide shelter from the elements while maintaining a rustic camping experience.
Depending on the campground, cabin accommodations vary from rustic single-room structures to more spacious layouts with multiple sleeping areas. Military Park Shaw AFB Wateree Recreation Area offers cabins described as "cute" in user reviews, while Rosewood Farm and Agripark features a "super cute cabin nestled beside a small pond at the bottom of a hill and surrounded by trees." Reservations are typically required for all cabin sites, particularly during summer months and weekends. Most properties welcome pets in their cabins, though specific policies and additional fees may apply. Prices range from budget-friendly basic cabins to premium accommodations with added amenities.
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and personal items. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties—some offer only basic outdoor cooking facilities while others include refrigerators, microwaves, and cooking surfaces. Cedar Pond Campground provides cabin rentals in a setting described as "rustic with everything you need and nothing you don't." On-site camp stores at properties like the Newberry KOA offer essential supplies, though most visitors should plan to bring groceries and cooking necessities. Firewood is available for purchase at many locations including Woodsmoke Family Campground, Prices Bridge Glampsite, and Poinsett State Park Campground for cabin guests who enjoy outdoor cooking and campfires.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Irmo (11)
1. Dreher Island State Park Campground
"My bf and I rented a camper cabin-electricity, heat, air, bunkbeds + full bed…secluded from the rest of the park, located on its own loop, separate showers(2) + 3 stalls + changing room in the public restrooms"
"I loved how Dreher Island State Park in South Carolina gave our family the best of both safety and fun, with shaded, roomy sites that included picnic tables, fire rings and well-kept bathhouses that made"
8 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
2. Woodsmoke Family Campground
3. Weston Lake Recreation Area
"I was stationed at Jackson from’07-‘09 and the only thing that has really changed is the dam is being worked on so you can only observe the lake, no swimming, boating, anything on the lake until repairs"
"Very nice concrete pads; large sites with fire pit, grill, and picnic table. Gravel roads have washed out areas but not terrible. Very open and quiet. Several long-term residents."
Check Availabilityfrom $33 - $35 / night
4. Prices Bridge Glampsite
"This is a unique experience for those looking to camp a little higher off the ground and enjoy the huge deck looking out into the forest. "
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $250 / night
6. Poinsett State Park Campground
"You can go all out camping with no extras or enjoy nature in a luxurious cabin. The big one had two bedroom which could sleep two in one & 3 or 4 in the other."
"The park was probably 80% full, but didn’t seem crowded. All the spaces were spread out and the sites were level."
14 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
7. Cedar Pond Campground
"Rustic with everything you need and nothing you don’t. Owners super friendly and even helped us park"
from $35 / night
8. Rosewood Farm and Agripark
"This super cute cabin is nestled beside a small pond at the bottom of a hill and surrounded by trees. Book your stay and leave them some love."
Check Availabilityfrom $80 / night
9. Newberry / I-26 / Sumter NF KOA
"Great hosts, great wifi, pool, playground basketball, games and scavenger hunts. Big covered picnic area with Blackstone and fire ring. Decorated for Halloween. Clean shower houses."
"We called this KOA to see if they’d have a spot available if we could get our 5th wheel here. We are a family of two adults and a 7 month old + 2 cats and we really needed a place to stay."
10. Military Park Shaw AFB Wateree Recreation Area and FamCamp
"Had tons of fun and the park was really clean. Bath houses were nice and had hot water. T mobile service doesn’t work at all, but they have Wi-Fi hotspots for rent for $5 per day."
"The lakeside tent area provided beautiful scenery with access to restrooms and showers. It wasn’t too crowded as it was military members only and you can’t beat the price for a lakeside spot."
Drive Time
- 18 min from Columbia, SC
- 57 min from Sumter, SC
- 1 hr 9 min from Spartanburg, SC
- 1 hr 11 min from Augusta, GA
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Cabin Reviews near Irmo, SC
125 Reviews of 11 Irmo Campgrounds
- IIrene M.
GuideNewberry / I-26 / Sumter NF KOA
Great campground.
I had avoided KOA in the past as I heard not great things about it, but I have to rethink my position after this visit. The staff really seemed to care about the facilities and take great care of them.!
- SSherri B.Guide
Poinsett State Park Campground
Lovely but loud
This is a lovely park but construction in progress at campground during our stay so heavy equipment running during weekdays
- CCarl N.Scout
Prices Bridge Glampsite
Camping adventure
My son and I had an amazing experience. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. There are lots of fishing and kayaking opportinities. We highly recommend it as a place to visit any time of the year.
- Courtney B.
RangerDreher Island State Park Campground
Tent Site 15 for hammock camping!
A lot of the sites are situated for RVs. If you want to hammock camp, absolutely grab site T-15. It's spacious, private, and has a lot of water frontage. It's a terrible tent site but a perfect hammock site.
Lauren M.GuidePoinsett State Park Campground
Very nice
Cute little park we really enjoyed it!
Kristen R.ScoutNewberry / I-26 / Sumter NF KOA
A Pleasant Stay at Sumter NF KOA
I had a very good stay at the Sumter NF KOA. The campground was clean and well maintained, and the staff members were kind and welcoming from the moment I arrived. My site was easy to access, the hookups worked without any issues, and the area felt quiet and peaceful. The campground is in a convenient location for exploring the national forest and spending time outdoors. I appreciated the level of care that went into keeping the facilities tidy and comfortable. I would stay here again and recommend it to others who want a calm place to camp near the forest. I had a very good stay at the Sumter NF KOA. The campground was clean and well maintained, and the staff members were kind and welcoming from the moment I arrived. My site was easy to access, the hookups worked without any issues, and the area felt quiet and peaceful. The campground is in a convenient location for exploring the national forest and spending time outdoors. I appreciated the level of care that went into keeping the facilities tidy and comfortable. I would stay here again and recommend it to others who want a calm place to camp near the forest. We came back to stay another night. This place makes it so easy to stay here!
Maria Mercedes M.
LegendDreher Island State Park Campground
Family Adventures on Lake Murray
I loved how Dreher Island State Park in South Carolina gave our family the best of both safety and fun, with shaded, roomy sites that included picnic tables, fire rings and well-kept bathhouses that made camping easy with kids. The campground sits right on Lake Murray, so the kids spent hours swimming, skipping rocks and spotting herons, while short hiking trails gave them just enough adventure without wearing them out. With boat ramps, fishing spots and wide-open lake views, it felt like a true escape, yet I had peace of mind knowing everything was family-friendly and close by when we needed it. Evenings ended around the campfire with tired, happy kids and a beautiful lakeside sunset. I would highly recommend this place!
Kevan R.GuideDreher Island State Park Campground
Needs Maintenance!
SC state parks must have shortage of $$ or employees. I know they upgraded to full hook up RV sites in the Fishermen camp recently, but maybe, a little thought could have gone into grading and leveling. SMH Also, it’s a Sunday and the grounds look like they haven’t been mowed in weeks. Camper across from us brought a lawn mower 🤷🏼♂️. See attached pics. Fire ring is 5’ from the camper. Positive - the lake view.
2nd SC park this year - SC DNR, do better.
Guide to Irmo
Cabin rentals and rustic accommodations dot the landscape around Irmo, South Carolina, where the Midlands region's mix of pine forests and lake access creates varied camping opportunities. Cabin camping options near Irmo range from military recreation areas to state parks and private campgrounds, with most situated within a 30-45 minute drive of town. Winter temperatures typically remain mild enough for year-round cabin camping, though summer humidity makes climate-controlled options more desirable.
What to do
Disc golf on championship courses: Chester State Park Campground offers a championship disc golf course with lakeside views. "Very nice trail along the lake perimeter and Championship Disc golf course," notes a visitor who found the park's "sites are close to each other" but appreciated the "clean and updated" facilities.
Water recreation at Fort Jackson: Weston Lake Recreation Area provides boating opportunities when the dam isn't under repair. A visitor explains, "I was stationed at Jackson from '07-'09 and the only thing that has really changed is the dam is being worked on so you can only observe the lake, no swimming, boating, anything on the lake until repairs are completed."
Hiking through diverse terrain: Poinsett State Park Campground features multiple trail systems for various difficulty levels. "Poinsett State Park has some of the best hiking and biking trails in the Palmetto State. You could spend multiple days camping here and have a chance to hike different trails every day," shares one camper who recommends caution on the narrow park roads.
What campers like
Elevated camping experiences: Prices Bridge Glampsite offers a unique treehouse-style experience. One visitor notes it's "a unique experience for those looking to camp a little higher off the ground and enjoy the huge deck looking out into the forest."
Military-focused amenities: Wateree Military Recreation Area provides affordable lakeside camping for service members. "This was my family's first time tent camping in the cold weather and it wasn't that bad. The lakeside tent area provided beautiful scenery with access to restrooms and showers. It wasn't too crowded as it was military members only and you can't beat the price for a lakeside spot."
Basic cabin simplicity: Cedar Pond Campground receives praise for its straightforward approach to cabin accommodations. A camper described it as "Beautiful cedar trees and pond. Rustic with everything you need and nothing you don't. Owners super friendly and even helped us park."
What you should know
Accessibility challenges: Many parks have limited access for larger vehicles. At Poinsett, "It's not easy to get in here with anything bigger than a full size pickup. The park road is very narrow and uneven with lots of large pot holes."
Seasonal insect considerations: Summer brings significant bug activity at several campgrounds. One Poinsett visitor warned, "First, in the parks defense, it was probably not the best idea to stay here during the summer time. July? Hottest month of the year? South Carolina? The bugs were massive."
Military base protocols: Weston Lake Recreation Area operates on Fort Jackson with specific military procedures. "There will be various bugle calls throughout, morning, day and night. You may hear firing range training going on in the distance. You should expect this and it should not be seen as negative, you're on a military campground."
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