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Great camping ground, perfect for a last minute night with my four legged friend! Very nice welcome center, trails and facilities.
Dog-Friendly Camping near Manning, SC
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Cypress View Campground at Santee State Park and Santee Lakes KOA accommodate pets in their tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping options. Both campgrounds enforce leash requirements and provide dedicated areas for pet exercise. Poinsett State Park Campground, approximately 30 miles north of Manning, maintains designated pet-friendly campsites with water and electric hookups, though pets must remain leashed at all times within park boundaries. RV's Acres, a smaller campground with only two sites, allows pets and provides a more intimate camping experience with visiting wildlife. The Taw Caw Campground and Marina maintains clean facilities while allowing pets throughout the property, including near the fishing pier and boat docks.
Santee State Park trails offer excellent opportunities for hiking with dogs, with miles of paths that remain relatively uncrowded even during peak camping seasons. Lake Marion provides water access where dogs can swim in designated areas away from the fishing docks. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid hot surfaces that can burn pet paws. The swimming areas at Santee Lakes KOA become crowded during holiday weekends, potentially limiting comfortable space for dogs. Most campgrounds in the area require proof of current vaccinations, and the nearest emergency veterinary services are located approximately 30 minutes away in Sumter. Taw Caw Campground's proximity to the fishing dock and cleaning station creates heavy traffic with multiple golf carts sometimes invading campsites, which may disturb dogs sensitive to constant movement.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Manning (50)
1. Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
"There were not too many people camping during our visit, but it could be that not many people want to stand the South Carolina heat! Either way, it made the visit quiet."
"Lake Marion is a great place for boating, kayaking, and fishing. Camp sites are mostly level and have water and a variety of electrical hookup options."
69 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
2. Santee Lakes KOA
"Very nice lake and swimming area. Nice pool, pet friendly."
"No need to drive around and find your spot. Not only that but they bring you the best route to park your RV in your site. They deliver firewood and pizza. The pizza was excellent."
3. Taw Caw Campground and Marina
"This is a great location, tucked away beautiful serene views and pretty well maintained. Bath house is clean with clean showers."
"The only drawback is the proximity to the fishing dock and cleaning station. The traffic is heavy at times with multiple golf carts invading your site. The other drawback is the noise at night."
4. Palmetto Shores RV Resort
"The dogs loved the dog park and I appreciated having bags to pick up after them. We had trash pickup and sites were easily navigable. Big park with a nice views of the water."
"Our sites were right next to the highway, I will say though we did tune the noise out the longer we stayed (and drank)."
Check Availabilityfrom $48 - $55 / night
5. RV's Acres (he's the dog)
"The last time I was here (4 days ago) 2 does & a fawn came lopping /walking through the property. There is a beautiful private pond on property and the owner does allow catch/release."
from $10 / night
6. The Lakeshore Campground — Santee State Park
"It was a super spacious site with more than enough room for us to spread out and park our cars away from the site."
"Peaceful, quiet place remarkably close to I-95."
7. Bells Marina & Resort
"This lakeside campsite, perfectly nestled on the water, delivered stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere that made our getaway unforgettable."
"I am on the lake and get to kayak or fish whenever I want. Lastly, this is a historical site. It is located in Eutawville."
Check Availabilityfrom $75 - $999 / night
8. Taylor's Landing
"My experience with Taylor's Landing was just when the doctor ordered it was everything that I needed quiet great fishing all around I highly recommend it"
9. Angels Landing Campground
"Super friendly staff, great location, waterfront camping and I can bring my boat. We had a great time. The problem is all the annual residents don’t follow their own rules."
"Several businesses nearby usually have workers who lunch there regularly. There is a boat launch, and bait and tackle shop adjacent to the restaurant."
10. Outside Inn Campground
"This was our second visit to Outside Inn Campground and both times we stayed in the camper they offer as a rental."
"Unbelievable place to stay—from getting to feed the animals, the walking trails, the playground, Outside Inn is family friendly and our kids always have a blast!"
Check Availabilityfrom $42 - $70 / night
Drive Time
- 25 min from Sumter, SC
- 37 min from Florence, SC
- 1 hr 3 min from Columbia, SC
- 1 hr 9 min from Charleston, SC
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Manning, SC
392 Reviews of 50 Manning Campgrounds
- BBrandi M.Traveler
Outside Inn Campground
Such a gem & so much fun! Farm animals galore! As you pull in, you are greeted by some friendly feathered friends (chickens galore) & and an adorable barn with all the other farm friends. Camp host is the sweetest; she is the icing on the cake!
- MMorgan B.
ScoutJolly Acres RV Park & Storage
Very quiet campground. The campers and staff are all very nice. Will definitely come back!
- SSherri B.
GuideOutside Inn Campground
Fabulous farm
Close to I95 & I26. Great stopover when passing through. Family owned farm and campground combined. Easy check in. Clean and private bathhouse.
Stuart K.
LegendTaylor's Landing
Off The Beaten Path
You’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.
Happy Camping!
- sstephen H.Scout
Weston Lake Recreation Area
Fort Jackson, SC
This is a restricted use Army Travel Camp managed through MWR. It is open only to those holding military ID cards.
- Thomas B.
RangerBlack Pearl Farms
Pleasant Farm Stay
Mike was proactive wirg communication and extremely easy to work with. Clear instructions and a unique assortment of goodies in the farm store. We enjoyed exploring the land too!
RennScoutTaw Caw Campground and Marina
Great getaway on the lake
This is a great location, tucked away beautiful serene views and pretty well maintained. Bath house is clean with clean showers. It seems like most of the occupants are long term and everyone including the staff is very friendly. The waters are great for boating, fishing, and swimming. Tons of beautiful birds in this area. The site i got does not have sewage hookup but they can come by and pump out your tanks upon request.
GREGG H.ScoutOutside Inn Campground
Excellent stop for overnight
Staff very friendly. Clean bathroom and showers. Farm animals around property and free eggs when available.
Guide to Manning
Campsites surrounding Manning, South Carolina offer access to Lake Marion, the largest lake in South Carolina at over 110,000 acres. This centrally located town sits at an elevation of just 128 feet above sea level in the coastal plain region, where summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F between June and September. Winter camping provides more comfortable conditions with daytime temperatures typically ranging from 50-65°F and significantly fewer insects.
What to do
Fishing from dedicated piers: At Taw Caw Campground and Marina, anglers have access to fishing piers with cleaning stations. "Great Marina with Ramp, Fuel and boat slips. Outstanding opportunity to fish from the fishing pier that includes a cleaning station. The camp store offers live bait and limited tackle," notes Raymond.
Kayaking on Lake Marion: Launch directly from your campsite at several waterfront locations. "We had super easy access to the lake for putting in the SUP and paddling around! The view of sunset on the lake is absolutely breathtaking!" reports Katherine from The Lakeshore Campground.
Mountain biking trails: Poinsett State Park Campground offers excellent biking options. "I prefer to stay at Poinsett State Park in the fall, winter, or spring as it is located in the sandhills and it can be pretty hot and buggy in the summer," suggests Jodi B., adding "This is a good place to stay to mountain bike, there are two trails in Poinsett and Manchester State Forest is nearby."
What campers like
Spacious waterfront sites: The Lakeshore Campground provides ample room to spread out. "Spacious, well wooded and there was a fantastic breeze all weekend with helped with the heat and bugs! The lake access had a beach area that the kids loved to play at and there was no rocks around that area or dangerous drop offs," reports Katherine.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: RV's Acres offers a more intimate camping experience. "The last time I was here (4 days ago) 2 does & a fawn came lopping/walking through the property. There is a beautiful private pond on property and the owner does allow catch/release," shares Mark B.
Clean facilities: Despite its small size, many campers appreciate the cleanliness at Taw Caw Campground. "The restrooms are clean and well equipped," notes Raymond, while at The Lakeshore Campground, "The bathrooms were well kept, and cleaned every morning while we were there."
What you should know
Campground traffic varies by season: The Lakeshore Campground experiences significant differences between peak and off-season. "We were at campground in the off season and had no problems getting another site," reports Alfred H., but Katherine notes, "Our first night, a group of campers were very loud and rowdy until 12am. Then after the rowdiness calmed, their TVs were set on like the loudest kid show until 3am!"
Road conditions: Some parks have challenging access roads. At Poinsett State Park, Jason F. warns, "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. The road to the campground is a little better, but also very narrow."
Trash management: Litter can be an issue at some locations. "The trash was another big negative. Our campsite was littered with cigarette butts and having young kids it was a little frustrating since they pick up everything!" Katherine observed at The Lakeshore Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-friendly water access: Families appreciate gradual beach entries. "The lake access had a beach area that the kids (3 and 1) loved to play at and there was no rocks around that area or dangerous drop offs," notes Katherine at The Lakeshore Campground.
Playground availability: Santee Lakes KOA offers recreation options beyond the water. "Really nice facilities. Right by the playground," reports Daniel S., while Jessie N. adds about Cypress View Campground, "There was boat access, a playground, nature trails and everyone was so friendly!"
Food convenience options: Some campgrounds offer on-site food service, eliminating the need to cook every meal. "If you don't feel like cooking, order their awesome pizza, wings and they will deliver it to you by golf cart," advises Georgia R. about Santee Lakes KOA.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions matter: At Santee Lakes KOA, Ryan D. notes, "The first site they tried to put me in was a 'premium' site overlooking the lake. Beautiful site, but not nearly big enough for my 37' travel trailer. They moved me immediately."
Campsite spacing: Palmetto Shores RV Resort offers well-spaced sites. "Large sites with full hook-ups. Lots of amenities on the premises, including a really good restaurant!" notes Linda H.
Tree clearance challenges: Poinsett State Park presents space constraints. Trina W. advises, "We camped here for Mother's Day weekend. Our camper is 29 ft, with no slide outs and just an awning. There was no way to extend our awning, because the trees were too close. A slide out wouldn't have been able to open out."
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