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Best Campgrounds near Murrells Inlet, SC

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Huntington Beach State Park Campground serves as the primary developed camping option near Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, situated directly on the Atlantic coastline. The area features several established campgrounds accommodating various camping styles including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and in some locations, glamping options. Myrtle Beach State Park Campground, located approximately 15 miles northeast, provides additional developed camping with both tent and RV sites. Ocean Lakes Family Campground and Pirateland Family Camping Resort in nearby Myrtle Beach offer family-oriented camping experiences with a range of accommodation types from basic tent sites to cabin rentals.

Campground access remains open year-round at most locations, with peak season running from late spring through early fall. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for waterfront sites and during summer months. As one visitor noted, "During off season it was great! Loved being so close to the beach and to the hustle and bustle of the town!" Many campgrounds in the area feature full hookup options for RVs, though these typically come at premium rates. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Hurricane season (June through November) may affect camping plans, particularly along the coast. Sites near water features often attract wildlife, including alligators, which are commonly spotted in the Huntington Beach State Park area.

Beachfront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors, with Huntington Beach State Park earning particular praise for its natural setting and wildlife viewing opportunities. A camper mentioned, "By far, Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, SC is one of the best beach campgrounds the east coast has to offer." The park includes hiking trails, a nature center, and the historic Atalaya Castle. While some campgrounds offer a more developed resort-style experience with amenities like markets and swimming pools, others maintain a more natural setting. Most developed campgrounds near Murrells Inlet provide standard amenities including showers, restrooms, and picnic tables. Sites with beach access tend to be more expensive and book quickly, especially those with full hookups. Mixed-use campgrounds catering to both tent and RV campers are common throughout the region.

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Best Camping Sites Near Murrells Inlet, South Carolina (48)

    1. Huntington Beach State Park Campground

    76 Reviews
    Murrells Inlet, SC
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 237-4440

    $95 / night

    "By far, Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, SC is one of thee best beach campgrounds the east coast has to offer. Be sure to reserve a site on the South end, it just opened in April 2018."

    "A nice short walk from the beach!

    The park is less than 10 minutes drive to Murrells Inlet and Marsh Walk. Can’t wait to stay here again!"

    2. Myrtle Beach State Park Campground

    95 Reviews
    Myrtle Beach, SC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5325

    $35 - $75 / night

    "This State Park is in one of the best locations we’ve seen. Nestled in a huge wooded setting, set back from the beach."

    "We'd never been to South Carolina before and had no idea what to expect. We were thoroughly smitten with the coast and the city of Myrtle Beach, but we really loved camping in the state park."

    3. Ocean Lakes Family Campground

    53 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5636

    "Playgrounds, summer concerts, dining etc is close by too. It buts up against Myrtle Beach Resort so our friends stayed there while we camped sometimes."

    "We just finished our stay at Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, SC. We enjoyed it and will return."

    4. Pirateland Family Camping Resort

    54 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5155

    "It is situated right next to the beach. There is an indoor pool and a big splash park on the grounds. There is a big shower house, laundry facility, and an arcade club house."

    "It Is All About Close Proximity To The Beach (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer with a desire for a campsite that has at least some visual privacy - after the trailer is in the spot"

    5. Lakewood Camping Resort

    34 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 238-5161

    $50 - $65 / night

    "Nice location to beach. We were 3 spots away from beach access. Lots to do. There is a Walmart neighborhood market across the street."

    "The closest grocery is conveniently located just across the highway via a stop light. The campground offers ocean front sites and shaded sites."

    6. Myrtle Beach KOA

    28 Reviews
    Myrtle Beach, SC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 448-3421

    "Great weekend getaway spot close to everything you need. Lovely park, bouncy blob, splash park and open pool."

    "As we got closer to the KOA our expectations began to drop since we were driving through residential and commercial areas."

    7. Hideaway RV Park

    15 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 444-2119

    $43 - $159 / night

    "Great location with lots to do close by. Screaming WiFi suitable for streaming and very friendly folks. Having said that there are a couple things you need to know."

    "Smaller, private campground but location is good."

    8. Myrtle Beach Travel Park

    24 Reviews
    North Myrtle Beach, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 449-3714

    "The spot we ended up in was 210 which is about as close to the beach as you can get. It was about a 10 second walk from our van and over the dune to the beach."

    "They offer ocean front camping as well as Lakeside and wooded areas for RVs or tent campers."

    9. Sun Outdoors Myrtle Beach

    25 Reviews
    North Myrtle Beach, SC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 303-7096

    $60 - $225 / night

    "Eeasy to get to...lots of things to do...great tiny houses to stay in...wonderful dog park with a dog wash...great pools...great water park and golf...OUTSIDE eating excellent....bathrooms well maintained"

    "The only not positive thing was that we made reservations for a New Years Eve Buffet. For 3 adults and 2 kids it was $225.00 dollars. The food was good but I don’t think it was worth that."

    10. Bucksport RV Resort and Marina

    2 Reviews
    Jamestown, SC
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 397-5556

    $20 - $67 / night

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  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Buck Hall Recreation Area

    Tidy campground near the river

    We spent three nights here as a base for our trips into Charleston. With our America the beautiful senior pass. I think it was only like $50 for three nights. Park did have a boat ramp. There were only about 20 or so spaces so the campground was not huge. All the spaces had water and electric. The showers were nice and tidy and the water pressure in the showers was great. Nice hiking through the forest as well on some trails.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Myrtle Beach State Park Campground

    Myrtle Beach SP

    300 Sandy mostly level sites, with a mix of tenting to full hookups and room for big rigs. Go for the beach, but stay for Johnny D’s breakfast just down the road. Nice camp store with lots of beach stuff. No Alcohol.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Willow Tree RV Resort

    Best campground we stayed at this year

    This place is so amazing. Everything here on site is neat clean and in good working order all the recreational facilities are fresh and new. The bathrooms are absolutely cleaned very carefully. There were many surprises here as we enjoyed all the facilities. A local food truck came by to serve hot wings one evening. There will be a pancake breakfast in the morning and that’s a nice treat on a travel day the Pickleball courts are some of the best we’ve seen as is the bocce and shuffleboard the waterfront has anything you would never need to enjoy the lake. We will most definitely come here again and again and recommend it to everyone. My five stars doesn’t come easy, but it was easy to give to this place.

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Huntington Beach State Park Campground

    Combo beach and nature is wonderful

    The beautiful beach is just at your doorstep and nature on the other site. We loved the combo. Spots are good.

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Buck Hall Recreation Area

    Good for boating and fishing

    Calm campground, with good ramp for boating and a pier for fishing. Don't forget your bug-spray, mosquitos are aggressive here.

  • J
    Sep. 1, 2025

    CarrollWoods RV Park at Grapefull Sisters Vineyard

    Lovely campground

    We stayed here on Labor Day weekend 2025. The staff I spoke with were friendly and helpful. The grounds before you enter the campground area are beautiful and well kept. The campground itself has many spacious, full hook up sites with packed gravel foundation. There’s no grass due to the mature pine trees but the community areas have lush lawn and beautiful flowers especially around the pond. The bathhouse and laundry were sufficient. They had a nice pool, playground, volley ball court and horseshoe pits. They have a large dog park. We look forward to inviting some friends to join us for group camping here sometime soon. Their nightly rates were very reasonable.

  • L
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Santee Coastal Reserve

    Pretty

    Pretty campground. Good for an RV but lots of mosquitoes. We stayed inside.

  • McKenna M.
    Jun. 29, 2025

    Myrtle Beach KOA

    Walking distance to beach

    We were able to walk safely to the beach in q5-20 minutes while the rest of our party stayed at the RV.

Guide to Murrells Inlet

Camping near Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful beaches, family-friendly activities, and great amenities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds are just a short walk from the beach. For instance, at Huntington Beach State Park Campground, visitors appreciate the "great access to the beach and grocery shopping" along with "nice walking trails and a fishing pier."
  • Nature Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Myrtle Beach State Park Campground. One camper noted, "There are nice walking trails, a great fishing pier, and a nice store in the campground."
  • Family Activities: Ocean Lakes Family Campground is known for its "awesome waterpark" and "lots of daily activities," making it a hit with families.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers often rave about the cleanliness of the campgrounds. One review for Lakewood Camping Resort mentioned, "Grounds and facilities exceptional; well-maintained ground, all staff friendly."
  • Friendly Staff: Many visitors appreciate the helpfulness of the staff. At Myrtle Beach KOA, a reviewer said, "Staff is wonderful," and they were quick to assist with site changes.
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the spaciousness at Pirateland Family Camping Resort. One guest noted, "The sites are pretty nice for the most part, with a good amount of room."

What you should know:

  • Site Privacy: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A visitor at Myrtle Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites were SUPER close together which kinda ruined the 'camping vibes.'"
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Huntington Beach State Park Campground advised, "Reservations are a must."
  • Limited WiFi: If you need reliable internet, be aware that some campgrounds, like Huntington Beach State Park, have been noted for poor WiFi connectivity.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Amenities: Look for campgrounds with pools and activities. Ocean Lakes Family Campground offers a "huge game room, recreation for all ages," which is perfect for families.
  • Plan for Activities: Many campgrounds have organized events. A family at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Daddy Joe's enjoyed "movie nights and homemade ice cream," making their stay memorable.
  • Pack for the Beach: If you're near the coast, bring beach gear. Campers at Myrtle Beach Travel Park loved the "easy beach access" and the "great pool."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Pirateland Family Camping Resort mentioned, "The roads are pretty tight, and a bigger rig could be tough to back in."
  • Full Hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. Lakewood Camping Resort offers "full hookups, sewer cap is guide high," which is helpful for RVers.
  • Avoid Busy Times: If you prefer a quieter experience, try to visit during off-peak times. A camper at Myrtle Beach KOA suggested that the area can get "very crowded" during peak season.

Camping near Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, has something for everyone, from beach lovers to families looking for fun. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there RV parks available in Murrells Inlet with full hookups?

Yes, several RV parks near Murrells Inlet offer full hookups. Lakewood Camping Resort provides full hookup sites with modern amenities for RVers. Another excellent option is Bucksport RV Resort and Marina, which offers full hookup sites in a convenient location. The south section of Huntington Beach State Park also features concrete pads with full hookups, WiFi, and easy beach access. Most RV parks in the area accommodate big rigs, though it's advisable to check specific site dimensions when booking, especially during peak season when availability becomes limited.

What beach camping options are available near Murrells Inlet?

Pirateland Family Camping Resort offers beachfront camping with plenty of amenities and activities for families, though sites can be tight. The resort keeps visitors of all ages entertained with various recreational facilities. For a more natural beach camping experience, Ocean Lakes Family Campground provides oceanfront sites with easy beach access. Both locations are a short drive from Murrells Inlet's attractions. Beach camping in this area is highly seasonal, with fall and spring offering more moderate temperatures and fewer crowds than the busy summer months.

What are the best campgrounds near Murrells Inlet, SC?

Huntington Beach State Park Campground consistently ranks as the top campground in the Murrells Inlet area. With spacious sites, clean facilities, and direct beach access, it's a favorite among campers. The park features concrete pads, full hookup options, and WiFi in the newer south section. For those looking to explore other options, Myrtle Beach State Park Campground offers a tranquil wooded setting that feels secluded despite being just 15 minutes from the attractions of Myrtle Beach. Both parks provide easy access to Murrells Inlet's popular Marsh Walk and excellent dining options.

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