Best Glamping near Moncks Corner, SC

Foster Creek RV Park and Villas near Goose Creek includes upscale glamping accommodations with full electric hookups, private bathrooms, and sewer connections. James Island County Park in Charleston, just 35 minutes from Moncks Corner, offers luxury glamping options with access to modern amenities including showers, drinking water, and trash service. Both locations provide picnic tables and allow fires at designated fire rings, creating a comfortable outdoor retreat while maintaining wilderness immersion. Sites are positioned for privacy while remaining accessible via drive-in or boat-in options. A recent visitor noted, "The camp hosts are salty, but the spots are flat with full power and water."

Santee Lakes KOA and Givhans Ferry State Park Campground showcase the diversity of glamping experiences available in the region, with structures designed for year-round comfort. The parks feature private decks overlooking scenic landscapes, climate-controlled interiors, and premium bedding. Activities include kayaking on the Edisto River at Givhans Ferry, with one camper describing it as "a great place to escape back to from the crowd." Glamping sites remain open throughout the year, though visitors should note that some locations like Givhans Ferry have limited cell service—making them ideal for digital detox retreats. Most locations require reservations, especially during summer months when waterfront glamping options become particularly popular for their proximity to swimming and boating opportunities.

Best Glamping Sites Near Moncks Corner, South Carolina (14)

    1. Campground at James Island County Park

    60 Reviews
    Folly Beach, SC
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 795-4386

    $43 - $269 / night

    "The bath house was recently remodeled and now has air conditioning. I found it to be one of the nicest bath facilities we have ever used."

    "There is a camp store which is well stocked and stays open till 8pm. The predominance of this campground is RV sites. The sites are well maintained and with enough space between each site."

    2. Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA

    26 Reviews
    Mount Pleasant, SC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 849-5177

    $68 - $300 / night

    "The staff is friendly and helpful. The grounds are very well maintained. There are activities offered including a wagon ride through a plantation. There is a pool."

    "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."

    3. Foster Creek RV Park and Villas

    6 Reviews
    Hanahan, SC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 794-2120

    "IF you meet the qualifications to stay (military affiliated), this is REALLY close to the Navy Nuke School!"

    4. Givhans Ferry State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Ridgeville, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 873-0692

    "The bathroom and water source is nearby, as well as a pavilion/shelter. There are three sections, with multiple areas for camping in each one. Each has 2-3 tables and a fire ring. "

    "It's definitely a small park, and its big draw is its location on the Edisto River, with lovely river-tubing to boot.  We stayed in the tent sites, which have water and electricity at each site."

    5. Buck Hall Recreation Area

    16 Reviews
    McClellanville, SC
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 336-2200

    $20 - $45 / night

    "The boat launch is walking distance from the campground and has a nice picnic area adjacent to it. We watched a pods of pelicans and dolphins come through the area, as well as many other sea birds."

    "Nice open spots right next to a river! Water and Electric Hookups on site and a dump station off site. Pretty hard getting spots here but we many to get one!"

    6. Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

    45 Reviews
    Elloree, SC
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 854-2408

    "They have the usual amenities like fire pit, and picnic table with bench. Our was private, but the sites in the middle are not. The bathhouse was very clean with nice hot showers."

    "Our only complaint was lots of smoke from campfires and grills. Would stay again."

    7. Edisto Beach State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Edisto Island, SC
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 869-2756

    "It's South Carolina in the summer, so there are mosquitoes."

    "Some sites are full sun, and as it was around 100 degrees every day, that could be a problem for some. It’s right on the edge of the town so it’s easy to walk or bicycle around."

    8. Santee Lakes KOA

    27 Reviews
    Santee, SC
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 478-2262

    "This is a picturesque campground just across Lake Marion from Santee SC with water views and beautiful sunsets."

    "For our first time camping in our RV the staff was very friendly and helpful. The crew escorted us to our campsite, made sure we where happy. This was done with anyone who came in to camp."

    9. Rocks Pond Campground & Marina

    3 Reviews
    Eutawville, SC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 492-7711

    10. Honey Hill Campground

    1 Review
    McClellanville, SC
    26 miles

    "You drive in and there's multiple campsites for your tent, Car or RV. There's a large clean toilet cabin (not a basic privy).

    It's next to a tall tower.

    Fire area with picnic table."

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Glamping Reviews near Moncks Corner, SC

281 Reviews of 14 Moncks Corner Campgrounds


  • Lori D.
    May. 16, 2018

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Awesome Place to RV Camp

    We found this campground well maintained and quiet. The bath house was recently remodeled and now has air conditioning. I found it to be one of the nicest bath facilities we have ever used. The campsites have full RV hook-ups and come with a picnic table and fire ring. 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. A new water park is under construction and should open this summer. The camp store is well stocked and the staff was very friendly and helpful. One downside was the WIFI (one of the perks at this place) did not work the entire 5 days we were there. I need to work remotely so this was a BIG problem. I had to go to the Starbucks to work...bummer! Positives were the easy drive and parking at nearby Folly Beach during the week, and the close proximity to Historic Charleston.

  • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 26, 2018

    Buck Hall Recreation Area

    Intercoastal Camping: Watch Wildlife from the Campground

    Reservations during the main season are key if you have any hope of getting a campsite in this awesome Francis Marion National Forest campground which sits just along the gorgeous intercoastal waterway, about 40 minutes northeast of Charleston, SC! We pulled in without reservations and nearly every site was booked out. The campground host was super helpful, though, finding us an empty spot (due to a cancellation) for a couple nights, then moved us to a non-reservable site for the remainder of our time.

    The majority of the sites are designed for very large RVs, with a few very nice waterfront sites designated for tents. Each site is spacious, complete with a picnic table, firepit, 2 lantern poles, and electrical hookups, with a dump station at the back of the campground. The bathrooms are equipped with flush toilets, sinks, and a shower and kept relatively clean.

    The campground itself is dripping with live oaks and speckled with Palmetto trees, so lots of shade is available, especially in the tent areas. The boat launch is walking distance from the campground and has a nice picnic area adjacent to it. We watched a pods of pelicans and dolphins come through the area, as well as many other sea birds.

    We kayaked along the intercoastal waterway and out into marshy sea grass areas and had one of the most amazing wildlife encounters to date (and we’ve been all over the country). We saw a pod of dolphins in the distance, which appeared to be feeding. We stopped about 150 away and just enjoyed watching them dance and dive in the morning light. Then, two of the dolphins peeled away from the pack and headed straight toward us. As they approached our kayaks, the larger one gave an extra tail fin flap and dove under our boats, coming up just a bit on the other side. As naturalists, our hearts were pounding with excitement! We also hiked and mountain-biked along the gorgeous Palmetto Trail (which is a mountains-to-sea trail across South Carolina, and this campground serves as its coastal terminus).

    Also, don’t miss the famous Sewee Restaurant for some downeast coastal Carolina fare, as well as the Center for Birds of Prey just across the highway from this restaurant. This wildlife conservation and rehabilitation center is doing some amazing things for birds and in the region and doing a great job of public education. If you head up the coast, be sure to stop in Boats & Hoagies in McClellanville for a bite to eat. Cute place, great food, awesome service!

    The $20 per night fee is a great price for the amenities this campground offers, especially with full hook-ups and showers, and a boat launch. Check out our blog on The Dyrt's Online Magazine about our experience on the coast of South Carolina.

  • Melissa W.
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Givhans Ferry State Park Campground

    Nice Primitive camping area

    I like the primitive camping area. The bathroom and water source is nearby, as well as a pavilion/shelter. There are three sections, with multiple areas for camping in each one. Each has 2-3 tables and a fire ring. 

    I hammock camp, and there are plenty of trees useful for this purpose. This is primitive, so there is no electrical or water spout, although the bathroom has both. There is a 1 1/2 mile walking trail nearby, that runs along the Edisto River.

    I haven't actually frequented the other camping areas: RV drive-up and walk-in, so I can't review them.

  • Marvin D.
    May. 3, 2021

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Great campground

    Sprawling park and campground right between Charleston and Folly Beach. There is a camp store which is well stocked and stays open till 8pm. The predominance of this campground is RV sites. The sites are well maintained and with enough space between each site.

    The tent camping site and group tent sites are hike-in. The hike in is really not that far at all from where you park your cars, so no worries. The individual tent sites sit back in the woods, with a nice tree canopy, which gives it a real "primitive" feel to it. The sites are raised and contain a gravel bed.

    There are bathrooms and private showers on site in a few locations. The bathroom and showers for the tent sites lay next to the group site, which is a short walk.

    Shopping and stores are on hwy 117, just a few short minutes from the park.

  • Katrin M.
    Nov. 3, 2024

    Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

    Big campground on the lake

    We camped here over the weekend with the pups. The state park has 2 different campgrounds. We decided for the Lakeshore one. It's pretty big with over 100 campsites. They have the usual amenities like fire pit, and picnic table with bench. Our was private, but the sites in the middle are not. The bathhouse was very clean with nice hot showers. The park has several trails, a visitor center, cabins on the water, at least 2 boat ramps with a bait shop. There are no trash cans near the campsites, there is one big dumpster at the entrance of the campground. It's about 1.30h to Folly Beach. We would definitely camp here again.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 13, 2024

    Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

    Small and peaceful under the pines

    We stopped heading south and north along I-95 to and from Florida.  Very easy off and on I-95.  Plenty of available spaces in off-season.  The campground is small and quiet.  Camp Host was very helpful. Sites were spaced reasonably far apart but there is no privacy between.  Not all sites have a water view, but most appeared fairly level. Not all sites have sewer access.  Our only complaint was lots of smoke from campfires and grills. Would stay again.

  • J
    Dec. 12, 2021

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Awsome Campground and Park

    This park is one of the best that we visited so far. It was pure luck, but our dates were during their Festival of Lights. The entire park was decorated with holiday lighting scenes, all sponsored by various Charleston businesses. The displays were awesome! Even the walking/biking paths were decorated. They must have spent months on this. The campground was clean and the sites were nicely separated by trees and shrubs. Bath houses were immaculate. Apparently some folks come every year around this festival because individual sites were also decorated with lights- even in the trees. We camped at James Island County Park in a Travel Trailer.

  • Matt G.
    Jul. 9, 2016

    Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

    Good Little State Park

    There are quite a variety of things to do at this state park, and the camp sites are spacious. There is a little store where you can buy any of the little things you may have forgotten. 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. There are also plenty of geocaches around, if you're into that. There are 2 places to shower in the campground, so I imagine that once it fills up, you may have to wait to shower. It was pretty clean and the water was clear, so I guess you could just go for a swim! I wish we had brought our tubes and some rope to float out on the water!

  • J
    Jul. 12, 2016

    Edisto Beach State Park Campground

    One of South Carolina's Most Beautiful Beaches - Best Experienced Via Bicycle

    There are two sections to Edisto Beach State Park. The Ocean side campground is the best with the ocean breezes, but the marsh side campground is an easy bicycle ride from the beach.

    It's South Carolina in the summer, so there are mosquitoes. And the raccoons are pretty fierce so you want to make sure your food is stored securely, so you don't wake up to critters eating your potato chips.

    The restrooms and showers are clean.

    Edisto Island is one of the least developed islands in South Carolina. There is a Piggly Wiggly grocery store to pick up all the things you may have forgotten. There is an ice cream shop and several restaurants, but it is pretty quiet. My favorite thing about staying at Edisto Beach State Park is bicycling to the beach, bicycling along the paths in the state park that lead to a shell mound, built by Native Americans around 2,000 B.C., and bicycling for beers at one of the little bars overlooking the ocean. Another plus is the park's proximity to Botany Bay.


Guide to Moncks Corner

Camping sites near Moncks Corner, South Carolina range from shoreline locations on Lake Marion to woodland settings in the Francis Marion National Forest. The region sits at low elevations (typically under 100 feet above sea level) with a humid subtropical climate featuring mild winters around 40-60°F and hot summers reaching 90°F with high humidity. Summer thunderstorms are common in the area, while winter camping offers more comfortable temperatures and fewer insects.

What to do

Kayaking on Lake Marion: Launch from Santee Lakes KOA where water access is convenient. "If you're OK to drive a smidge further, there's a great joint called Bohemian Bull that's one part restaurant / one part outdoor tavern," notes one visitor who explored the surrounding area.

Fishing and crabbing: Multiple spots for anglers exist at Buck Hall Recreation Area on the Intracoastal Waterway. "There is really nice boat landing and fishing/crabbing pier in the campground. We had a blast kayaking around and had some awesome dolphin encounters," shares a camper who caught enough crabs for a boil.

Exploring hiking trails: Walk through maritime forest at multiple parks. "There's a one mile loop trail through the woods and along the lake. There are waste bags scattered throughout the park and a huge dog park," notes a visitor to Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA.

What campers like

Spacious waterfront sites: Sites at James Island County Park offer ample room. "This is one of the best 'all around' campgrounds we have visited. Sites are spacious and clean. It has a fantastic dog park and several miles of paved walking/biking paths," reports one camper about this park located 35 minutes from Moncks Corner.

Family-friendly amenities: Parks with activities for children remain popular. At Cypress View Campground, campers find extensive water access. "We really enjoyed this park! There was boat access, a playground, nature trails and everyone was so friendly!" shares a visitor who appreciated the family atmosphere.

Budget-friendly options: Givhans Ferry State Park Campground offers affordable camping with amenities. "Small campground not far from Charleston and very close to Bee City Zoo. This campground has several shelters one with a fireplace at both ends," notes a visitor who found the tent camping layout particularly impressive.

What you should know

Military-only facilities: Some campgrounds like Foster Creek RV Park and Villas restrict access. "Would be great but as stated you must qualify to stay," explains a camper who couldn't access the grounds due to military restrictions.

Limited cell service: Several campgrounds have spotty connectivity. "We had to wear bug repellent" and "definitely need to note that some locations have limited cell service—no cell phone signal for T-Mobile and no wifi in campground," reports a camper at Givhans Ferry State Park.

Seasonal crowds: Holiday weekends bring heavy traffic at many parks. "We stayed during November and December. And coupled with the fact that they have a light show through the park. The traffic was incredible at night," shares a visitor to James Island County Park.

Tips for camping with families

Water activities for children: Edisto Beach State Park Campground offers diverse water access for families. "We had a magical time at Edisto. The Beach campground was just steps from the ocean. Opt for sites 1-12 or 50-75. Shelling was incredible-especially if you walk towards the inlet around low tide," advises a family who found plenty for children to do.

Kid-specific fishing areas: Some parks offer dedicated zones for young anglers. At Rocks Pond Campground, "there's lots of places to go fishing, whether you are on a boat and want to venture further out, or don't want to leave land and just cast your line from one of the many points they have at this campground—there's a fishing pier, a dedicated fish pond and even a smaller pond that is just for the kiddos."

Playgrounds and recreation: Choose sites near play areas. "Pretty fantastic place for families. Awesome trails, huge playground, water park, fishing, rock climbing walls, and very close to folly Beach, which is gorgeous," shares a James Island County Park visitor.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategies: Look for level sites at Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA. "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, and even refunded the difference of cost between the new site and original site," shares an RVer who found management accommodating.

Utility hookup considerations: Confirm electrical service type before booking. "RV Campground Amenities include: FHUs with 20/30/50 amp electric, water & sewage, 24-hour staffing, activity center, super-clean, new bathhouses and restrooms, designated dump station," notes a reviewer about James Island County Park.

Weather preparedness: For yurt camping near Moncks Corner, South Carolina, consider seasonal factors. "We stayed at site 32 in mid-November and site and grounds were both beautiful and very well kept," reports a camper at Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA, highlighting that fall and winter months can be ideal for those seeking cabin or yurt accommodations in the region.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Moncks Corner, SC is Campground at James Island County Park with a 4.7-star rating from 60 reviews.

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