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Very quiet campground. The campers and staff are all very nice. Will definitely come back!
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Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA features a large dog park with lake access for water dogs to swim without concerns about alligators. The campground accommodates pets at tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins with full hookups available. Pets must be leashed throughout the campground except in designated off-leash areas. The KOA maintains waste bag stations throughout the grounds for convenient cleanup. Oak Plantation Campground and James Island County Park also welcome pets with similar leash policies. Campground at James Island County Park offers RV, tent, and cabin camping options with electricity and sewer hookups. Many sites provide concrete pads with shaded spots under oak trees. Staff members are attentive to pet needs and maintain clean facilities for all guests. Campsites are positioned on gravel and sand surfaces which can become messy during rainy periods.
Hiking trails encircle most pet-friendly campgrounds in the area, providing exercise opportunities for dogs and owners. The Mount Pleasant KOA features a 1.5-mile nature trail loop through wooded areas and alongside the lake where leashed pets can explore. Campers should remain vigilant in wooded areas as local wildlife, including alligators in lakes and ponds, may present hazards to pets. Free primitive camping with pets is available at Halfway Creek in Huger and Caper's Island (accessible only by boat), though these locations require permits and provide no facilities. The proximity to Charleston (15 minutes) and Isle of Palms beaches (10 minutes) offers additional pet recreation options. Campgrounds typically enforce quiet hours that include restrictions on excessive barking. Many sites are situated between cabins which may not provide ideal spacing for dogs requiring more privacy or space between neighbors.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Mount Pleasant (43)
1. Campground at James Island County Park
"When making reservations at James Island County Park we had modest expectations, but we were going to tour Charleston most of the time, so we decided anything close to the city would be good enough."
"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."
from $38 - $219 / night
Check Availability2. Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA
"They even have a dog park that has access to the lake, so your water dogs can take a swim without the worry of alligators!!!"
"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."
from $68 - $300 / night
Check Availability3. Remleys Point Public Boat Launch
"Traveling just me and my dog and the boat ramp parking lot felt private and safe. It’s in beautiful neighborhood and you can park right up by the water."
4. Oak Plantation Campground
"There’s a small pool, dog park, pasture with cows, and a play area. My favorite feature was the recycling area! Almost no RV parks provide recycling, so the fact that this park does is really nice."
"Beautiful location! Easy spots to get in and out of, not on top of each other. Great WiFi. Super pleasant and helpful staff. Clean bathrooms, Nice dog run, great food truck."
5. Military Park Joint Base Charleston Outdoor Recreation Center
"The campground is located near the golf course and outdoor recreation center, providing close access to golfing, soccer golf, disc golf, a climbing wall, and archery range."
"The campground is well kept with under 100 slots, it has an adjacent park, tennis and basketball courts. Next to both a frisbee and a nice golf course."
from $23 / night
Check Availability6. Lake Aire RV Park
"Santee State Park is a beautiful forested park by the lake."
"I called day of visit decided to stay 2 night Very helpful staff Was given lots of information about area which was great as we had our dog and they mentioned several dog friendly parks We we’re camping"
7. Charleston KOA
"Nice dog park. Had a 30lb propane tank filled at what I would consider a decent price. There were other amenities, but we didn't use them. A little bit of a noisy area, but we've been in worse."
"This KOA is located 30-45 minutes from the city, if you have to be closer to the north area for family or just cause Charleston has limited availability for RV’s , this is the place."
8. Caper's Island
"Caper's Island is a boat-in beach/camping area located on the Intracoastal Waterway just outside Charleston, SC."
9. Foster Creek RV Park and Villas
"IF you meet the qualifications to stay (military affiliated), this is REALLY close to the Navy Nuke School!"
10. Halfway Creek - Dispersed Camping
"Hiking trails are nice and groomed. Very peaceful and everyone stays to themselves."
Drive Time
- 12 min from Charleston, SC
- 1 hr 28 min from Myrtle Beach, SC
- 1 hr 44 min from Sumter, SC
- 2 hrs 3 min from Hilton Head Island, SC
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Mount Pleasant, SC
482 Reviews of 43 Mount Pleasant Campgrounds
paul Z.
GuideEdisto Beach State Park Campground
Great place to camp
We love the Live oaks campground in Edisto Beach State Park. Level sites with plenty of privacy. We are in site 120 this trip and we have stayed in sites 118 and 122 on previous trips. these sites back onto the salt marsh which gives you some incredible scenery just behind the site
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Josh J.ScoutHalfway Creek Primitive Camping - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Can’t camp in this location
No camping signs all over the place and the old sites are now fenced off
Stacey R.GuideBuck Hall Recreation Area
Great location for Shrimping
Most campers are here to go out shrimping. It’s a beautiful, small campground with level sites, some shade, electric and water hookups and tent sites right along the water. The bathroom could use an update but it was very clean and the shower was roomy and hot enough. A dump station is available. I understand the park will close after shrimp season (mid November..?) for updates. I lucked out on a first come, first serve site for the night. I’d definitely stay here again.
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!
Natalie T.
TravelerMount Pleasant-Charleston KOA
One of the best!
We were traveling with two large dogs and looking for a pet friendly site. This is a people friendly site so many game playing areas swimming pool and clean manicured lawns with a lake view on some sites.
- mmari S.Guide
Remleys Point Public Boat Launch
No overnight here
Beautiful site at boat ramp but singns everywhere no camping no overnight
- BBarbara S.Guide
Campground at James Island County Park
Busy but fun!
We stayed here while attending the Highwater Music Festival. We brought our bikes, but it’s not safe to ride out if the campground to the festival or the beach, so we drove them to a spot outside of the grounds and then ride from there.
So much to do inside this campground and park! It was very busy, but we didn’t feel it was too loud - still plenty of opportunity to enjoy nature.
- Stuart K.Legend
Harry's Fish Camp
A True South Carolina Fish Camp Experience
If you're looking for a rustic RV depot on the water's edge with limited amenities, but an absolutely pristine view of Lake Marion, Harry's Fish Camp is a great spot, as long as your expectations are managed, as this is more of an outdoor fishing paradise than it is a polished RV resort. So if your idea of the perfect camping trip starts with launching the boat before sunrise, spending the day chasing trophy catfish and striped bass on the legendary Lake Marion and returning to camp for a fresh seafood dinner overlooking the water, you'll feel right at home. Tucked away in the quiet community of Pineville, Harry's is one of those classic Santee Cooper fish camps that has earned its reputation through generations of anglers rather than flashy marketing. The atmosphere is relaxed, authentic and refreshingly unpretentious.
The campground caters to both RV campers and anglers, offering full-hookup RV sites, bathhouse facilities, showers, laundry, a dump station and pet-friendly accommodations. The real stars, however, are the waterfront amenities: two boat ramps, four fishing piers, a fish-cleaning station with running water and electricity, a well-stocked tackle shop and convenient boat storage. There's also a sandy swimming beach nearby with a designated swimming area for families looking to cool off after a day on the water. While the campground isn't luxurious, it delivers exactly what its guests come for: easy access to some of the best freshwater fishing in the Southeast.
Harry's location places you in the heart of the famed Santee Cooper lake system, encompassing more than 170,000 acres of world-class fishing and boating opportunities. Whether you're targeting largemouth bass, catfish, crappie or striped bass, you're launching directly into one of the country's premier freshwater fisheries. Birdwatchers and paddlers will also appreciate the surrounding cypress swamps and quiet backwaters. If you need supplies, Billy's General Store is just a short drive away for fuel, groceries and last-minute essentials, while Harry's own restaurant is well known locally for its fried catfish and traditional Southern cooking.
Insider's tips? Here's a handful: (1) Arrive early if you're planning to launch a boat during peak fishing weekends as this place turns into a 'traffic jam' on the water from 8am onwards; (2) If available, request one of the waterfront campsites for easy access to the marina and beautiful sunrise views; (3) Bring plenty of bug spray during the warmer months as mosquitoes can be incredibly active around the marshes; (4) Don't leave without trying the fried catfish dinner at Harry's restaurant ... trust me, it's part of the whole experience while staying here; (5) If you're bringing your own boat, take advantage of the on-site fish-cleaning station before heading home; and (6) If you're visiting for several days, consider hiring one of the area's experienced fishing guides to learn the seasonal patterns of the Santee Cooper lakes.
Happy Camping!
Guide to Mount Pleasant
Campgrounds around Mount Pleasant, South Carolina offer diverse overnight options within 30 minutes of Charleston's historic district. The area features coastal plain topography with elevations rarely exceeding 20 feet above sea level, creating unique drainage challenges during heavy rainfall. Winter camping temperatures typically range from 40-60°F, while summer brings highs of 85-95°F with significant humidity.
What to do
Water recreation access: 15 minutes to beaches. Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA provides lake activities with equipment rentals on-site. "They offer kayak and bike rentals. There's a beautiful lake that allows catch and release fishing. Some tent sites and cabin sites are right along the water and offer nice views," notes Carlyne F.
Historic site visits: Free plantation tours. The Mount Pleasant area provides unique access to local history. "They also had a free wagon ride to a nearby plantation a couple of times a week. We actually missed it but would really like to take the time to do it if we ever get back," mentions Ashley W., highlighting an often-overlooked activity.
Cycling trails: 5+ miles of paved paths. Campground at James Island County Park maintains an extensive trail network. "Wonderful park with plenty of amenities! We stayed here in October when the water park/pool was closed, but there was still plenty to do with bike rentals and the outdoor adventure area," shares Nick & Allyssa S.
What campers like
Concrete pads and level sites: No setup struggles. Lake Aire RV Park provides reliable parking surfaces. "Back-in spot was a little tight, but fairly level. We were very close to bathrooms that could have been cleaner but were handy," reports Lawrence Robert T., highlighting practical site features.
Proximity to Charleston: 15-25 minute drive. Oak Plantation Campground offers convenient access to urban amenities without city prices. "Very nice campground. Clean. Great price. Very close to Charleston," shares G H., emphasizing value and location benefits.
Uncrowded beach access: 10 minutes to Isle of Palms. Proximity to beaches is a major draw for many campers. "Camped at site 32 in mid-November and site and grounds were both beautiful and very well kept. Staff was extremely friendly and attentive. There was a nice walking/biking path around the campground and downtown Charleston and Isle of Palms beaches were both close by," Crystal C. explains.
What you should know
Seasonal crowds: Winter advantages. Holiday events impact traffic patterns at certain campgrounds. "We stayed during November and December. County and state parks are usually relatively and expensive although this one is more on the higher end. And coupled with the fact that they have a light show through the park. The traffic was incredible at night," Tim notes about James Island County Park.
Wildlife awareness: Regular alligator sightings. Water features attract local wildlife. "We actually caught one," mentions Ashley W. about alligators in the lake at Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA, reinforcing the need for awareness near water.
Budget-friendly dispersed camping: Requires preparation. Halfway Creek - Dispersed Camping offers free primitive sites but demands self-sufficiency. "Great little spot for primitive camping. Hiking trails are nice and groomed. Very peaceful and everyone stays to themselves," explains Nick C., though others note varying cleanliness conditions.
Tips for camping with families
Adventure activities: Climbing walls for all ages. James Island County Park features extensive recreation options. "Pretty fantastic place for families. Awesome trails, huge playground, water park, fishing, rock climbing walls, and very close to folly Beach, which is gorgeous," Greg S. recommends.
Kid-friendly camping setup: Optimal site selection. Sites vary significantly in suitability for families. "Great place for families. Not very secluded. It is pretty much one big open green space with tent sites circling in a loop around the green space. You cannot park your car right at the site. There is a parking lot so you have to hike in just a little bit," explains Chrissy R.
Educational opportunities: Marine wildlife viewing. Caper's Island offers unique nature experiences. "After we set up our campsite, we went on a long walk down the boneyard beach for firewood and sea shell hunting (tons of conch shells and sand dollars). We all had an awesome time," shares Michelle C. about this boat-access only location.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Perimeter sites preferred. Experienced RVers recommend specific site numbers for maximum comfort. "IMHO the best slots in this RV exclusive campground are those on the perimeter with the best sites being the ones without anything behind them, specifically on the NW periphery with sites #46 - 55; along the westernmost side with sites #20, #21, #23, #24 and #26," advises Stuart K.
Utility connections: Full hookups widely available. Most campgrounds provide complete services. "Sites are spacious and clean. The sites aren't huge but are clean and convenient to camp store and trails. Our site was a pull through with some nice palmettos but not a lot of privacy," notes Greg S.
Traffic navigation: Avoid left turns onto Highway 17. Oak Plantation Campground requires strategic arrivals and departures. "The road in front of campground is extremely busy (Hwy 17) and I wouldn't attempt ever turning left to get out. Just take a right and another right behind campground to get you out. It may take longer but worth your sanity," advises Joan.
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