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Best Tent Camping near Pomaria, SC

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Tent camping options near Pomaria, South Carolina include established sites at Congaree National Park, approximately 40 miles southeast of Pomaria, offering both Longleaf Campground and Bluff Campground with tent-specific sites. Sedalia Campground in Sumter National Forest provides more primitive tent camping approximately 25 miles northwest of Pomaria, while Rocky Branch Hunt Camp offers seasonal camping opportunities closer to town.

Most tent sites in the Pomaria region require minimal to moderate hiking from parking areas. Longleaf Campground in Congaree features ten walk-in tent sites with varying distances from the parking lot. Sites 1-3 are closest to parking, while others require longer walks. "Site 1 is the closest to the parking lot - like 20m away," noted one camper. Vault toilets are available at parking areas, but potable water is generally accessible only at visitor centers. Tent campers should pack accordingly, especially during summer months when temperatures can be high. Primitive tent sites at Sedalia Campground offer access to running water but no picnic tables, with campers noting the campground is "quiet the times that we've been there."

The tent camping experience near Pomaria features shaded sites among pine forests and swampland, particularly at Congaree National Park where old-growth forest provides ample coverage. "Sites are pretty large and about 10-20 yards away from each other," one camper shared about Longleaf Campground. Walk-in tent sites provide greater privacy and separation from neighboring campers, though terrain can be challenging with numerous tree roots that may affect tent placement. Seasonal considerations include wildlife activity, particularly mosquitoes and other insects during warmer months. Spring visitors may encounter fireflies, especially in Congaree, where synchronous fireflies create a unique nighttime experience. Tent campers frequently use these areas as bases for day hikes on the park's boardwalk trails or the Palmetto Trail that runs through Sedalia Campground.

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233 Reviews of 8 Pomaria Campgrounds

  • D
    Nov. 19, 2021

    Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    Campsite 41 was poorly planned and maintained

    Pros The pond was beautiful, nice walking trail for beginners, would never consider this a hiking park. Location was close to Colombia and all it offers. Bathhouse was acceptable but nothing to brag about. Toilets were three flushers is you cared about the next guy.

    Cons Guessing I may have had the worst site (41) but walking through there were others similar. Site 41 is a pull through lot which declines quickly upon entry and is marred by deep ra9n crevices. You then incline to the area you should probably land as there is an obvious flat spot. Unfortunately in you stop there, your camper door will open on the neighboring fire ring which is the only fire ring on the back side of the neighboring spot in in the fore ground of yours. Asinine. I had to manipulate my camper for an hour to a spot level enough yet not in my neighbor's fire and dealt with a large tree and had to tie back branches to extend my awning. Uggg

    Effing covid. The state of South Carolina, the City of Columbia don't have mask mandates. But this state park requires a mask to pee in the urinal. The boss says the county still mandates it.

  • SwitchbackKids
    Jun. 29, 2017

    Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    Bluff Campground the way to go for quiet, peaceful park oasis

    Having been on the road for about three months before coming to Congaree, we were happy to arrive to such a quiet and tucked-away campground. For $5 per night, Bluff Campground was the perfect spot to hole up for a few days and relax surrounded by the old growth forest of Congaree National Park.

    Our time at Congaree was different from the other national parks we visited, because South Carolina had just undergone major flooding and much of Congaree -- especially its trails -- were under water.

    With no crowds and not much to explore, our three days in the park was very relaxing. We chose Bluff Campground -- a one-mile walk-in campground near the visitor center -- because we knew it would be less popular than Longleaf Campground, and we knew we’d be spending a lot of time there. The one mile hike seemed further than we thought because of our heavy loads, but once we arrived at our camp, set up our tent, chairs, hammocks, and slack line, we were able to just make the easy walk in and out each day.

    The campground itself has no facilities; its only amenities are the fire ring and picnic table at each site. We encountered only one other camper in our two nights here. We did encounter many mosquitoes, though, so don’t forget bug spray!

    At Congaree, there are several hiking trails and kayaking trails that we would have liked to do, but with our plans foiled by rain, we spent time at the visitor center, around the short boardwalk trail adjacent to the visitor center, and kayaking through the flooded plains, straight off the boardwalk.

    You can read much more about our three days in the park on our blog: Switchback Kids (Congaree)

  • Thomas H.
    Mar. 21, 2022

    Weston Lake Recreation Area

    Peaceful

    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. The receptionist said they’ve been working on it for maybe 4 years. Hopefully it’ll be completed sooner than later. The grounds could be kept up a little better as could the restrooms/bath houses but I imagine they lost some revenue due to the lake being closed for dam repairs.

    There isn’t any concerns getting back here, the biggest rigs will not have any problems. All sites are large concrete pads, FHU. Most sites are spaced very well, some better than others but you won’t be on top of anyone whichever site you’re at. They have a large concrete patio area, nearly the size of the pad itself with a picnic table and fire pit/grill and stand alone grill.

    Verizon cell coverage is adequate. I had 2 bars and LTE, sometimes 5G. Not like being in the city but sufficient. No wifi.

    There are cabins and tent sites as well. This isn’t a large campground but there were still a few open spaces.

    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.

    Current RV site price a night is $35, if you have a National park pass it’s $32.50. Despite the lake being off limits right now I will still come back. Once it’s opened back up I’m sure it will be more busy, right now it’s very peaceful.

  • R
    Sep. 3, 2019

    Lake Wateree State Park Campground

    Busy campground

    I can see why this is a busy campground. Bathhouses were clean. Many lakefront sites have posts to tie up your boat to if you have one. Beach area by the store. No WiFi and rarely did we have cell service but that’s not a bad thing! Large sites with some pull through. We had site 39 and there was nothing but woods behind us which was perfect for us. Only negative was I that I was bitten up by mosquitoes and I used bug spray ( obviously I need a better kind) and citronella buckets. Even with a packed campground for the holiday weekend it was relatively quiet especially by 11. This campground tends to be booked solid on weekends so important to make reservations. Also not much for stores close by so pack well. Oh and no alcohol sales on Sunday’s in the county.

  • Michael W.
    Jan. 8, 2021

    Brick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests

    Better than Thought

    Easy access from I26. Spent a week here and really enjoying it. Has 21 spots. All have legal gravel pads, fire rings with grill bars. Vault toilets clean and trash containers serviced. Within good driving distance to larger towns. Access for bigger rigs too. Ranger Bob was here and talked to him. Real nice and informative. 5.00 to me is great for the peace and quiet. Arrived after hunting season, informed was busy then. 4 or 5 come and go.

  • M
    Jun. 23, 2018

    Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    Congaree National Park Longleaf Campground

    If you like seclusion this campground is for you. The campground is primitive. There are 10 single sites that you have to walk into from the parking lot. Not a very long walk but just enough to feel secluded from traffic and other people. It has no showers, vault toilets and no running water. There is potable water at the visitor center and also flush toilets. The trails are very nice and well kept. Depending on when you go you may be the only ones on the trail. The wildlife is very neat it makes you feel like you are in a mini rainforest. There are snakes, skinks, lots of birds, insects and fox squirrels.

  • S
    Jun. 10, 2018

    Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    Nice campsites, and great experience, prepare to walk in and bring water

    We stayed in Longleaf campground at Congaree National Park for a stop-over on our way back north from a family trip in Florida. The campsites at Longleaf each had a fire ring and picnic table, and were pretty good sized. The key thing to know about Longleaf is that you need to be prepared in several ways:

    1. You have to make a reservation online. The ranger at the visitor's center told us to make sure we had some kind of documentation of our reservation. Reception can be spotty, so printing your reservation ahead of time might be a good idea.
    2. There is one parking lot, and you'll be walking with your stuff into your campsite. It isn't far, but be prepared to carry things. (Note: The walk into Bluff campground is further than Longleaf)
    3. There is no potable water at either campground. Bring your own. (Relatedly, there are only vault toilets at the campground)

    We stayed in campsite 6 at Longleaf, which was great. Campsites 1-3 are closer to the lot, but also closer to the walk that everyone takes from their cars to their sites. For a little more space/privacy, opt for campsites 4 and above.

    Although the campground is barebones, it had everything we needed and made for a great stop for us. Most of the park trails were underwater when we were there after a recent flood. It seemed like paddling would have been an optimal way to see the park and surrounding areas, but even so, we had a great time. There were lots of people out on the boardwalk trails, including lots of kids and dogs. Before you hit the trails, stop in the Visitor's Center and pick up the interpretive brochures on the types of trees/wildlife - they have kid versions and grown-up versions. Both were helpful in understanding the unique environment of the floodplain.

  • H
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    gorgeous location

    It’s a great location and very quiet. Walk in campsites and pretty secluded. You can see you neighbor, but a decent amount of space in between and not many campers overall. No electricity, but there’s LTE connection. Also only one pit toilet for each gender and no running water at the site.

Guide to Pomaria

Tent camping near Pomaria, South Carolina, offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a variety of amenities and activities. With several well-reviewed options, campers can find the perfect spot to set up their tents and unwind.

Tent campers should check out Sedalia Campground

  • Sedalia Campground provides a peaceful escape with access to running water and a communal fire pit, making it ideal for a relaxing camping experience.
  • This campground is known for its spacious grassy areas, perfect for group activities or simply enjoying the outdoors.
  • Located near Spartanburg, it’s a convenient choice for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle while still being close to home.

Nearby attractions for outdoor enthusiasts

  • The Longleaf Campground in Congaree National Park offers a unique opportunity to explore beautiful trails and experience the park's stunning biodiversity.
  • Bluff Hike In Campground is perfect for those who enjoy hiking, as it requires a short trek to reach the campsites, providing a true back-to-nature experience.
  • For a more secluded adventure, the Willow Oak Hunt Camp allows campers to enjoy the tranquility of the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • At the Rocky Branch Hunt Camp, visitors can enjoy hunting and fishing in the surrounding areas, making it a great spot for outdoor sports enthusiasts.
  • Herbert Seasonal Camp is available from September to January, offering a seasonal retreat for those looking to enjoy the fall and winter months in nature.
  • The Poulous Loop Seasonal Camp allows for both tent and horse camping, catering to those who want to explore the trails on horseback.

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