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Cabins at campgrounds near North Charleston provide shelter options at several established locations. James Island County Park offers cabin rentals with electricity and indoor plumbing, while Charleston KOA provides basic furnished cabins with air conditioning. Oak Plantation Campground includes cabin accommodations with picnic tables and fire rings. Most cabins feature beds, electricity, and basic furniture, though amenities vary by location. Foster Creek RV Park and Villas maintains cabin units on concrete pads with full hookups, though recent reviews indicate maintenance issues. "The sites are flat, full power and water, but the bathrooms may now be under construction," notes one military visitor about Foster Creek.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA offers cabin options with varying levels of amenities, all requiring reservations. Edisto Beach State Park provides cabin rentals that tend to book quickly during summer months. Most cabin sites permit pets but require them to be leashed when outside. A KOA visitor mentioned that "during the night it is much quieter. The people we met, both staff and fellow campers are all very friendly." Peak season generally runs from late spring through early fall, with some facilities operating year-round.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities typically consist of microwaves and refrigerators, though some rustic cabins may only offer outdoor cooking options. Basic supplies can be purchased at camp stores in James Island County Park, Charleston KOA, and Oak Plantation Campground. Firewood is sold on-site at most locations. Campers staying at Short Stay Navy Outdoor Recreation Area must meet military eligibility requirements for cabin rentals. Some cabins provide picnic tables and fire rings, though a visitor noted that "the wooden tables and fences were covered in little bugs" at one location, suggesting seasonal insect considerations.
"This RV Campground is basically the expanse of 2 lateral football fields with an east and west side, dissected on the east side by 3 simple short lanes and a restroom / shower / laundry facility located"
"Perfectly situated near folly beach! Awesome trails. Pet friendly ,great fishing. Clean restrooms."
from $38 - $219 / night
Check Availability"It’s in the middle of town in North Charleston so it’s near lots of store but it is loud and the spots aren’t very shaded."
"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."
"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."
"Clean bathrooms, showers. Quiet park, we had a water, electric site. Two dump stations, laundry. Family owned and ran. Nothing fancy but great location for the price."
"We stayed in the camping cabins and loved them! The bathroom was super clean, the sites were very nice and the waterway and amenities were really awesome!"
"They offer bike rental, along with kayak/paddle boat rentals. There’s a great dog park our pups loved. We paid a little extra for a deluxe site with full hookups and a lake view."
from $68 - $300 / night
Check Availability"IF you meet the qualifications to stay (military affiliated), this is REALLY close to the Navy Nuke School!"
"Sites are wooded and private. They all have picnic tables and fire rings. Some of them are beachside, others are Marshside but they are all pretty wooded and private."
"It is very private and secluded, but right around the corner from the beach."
"We spent a lovely weekend at Givhans State Park. It's definitely a small park, and its big draw is its location on the Edisto River, with lovely river-tubing to boot. "
"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'm an Army Veteran and recently stay at the FAMP CAMP Located on the Joint Base Air Force Base located in Charleston S.C. "
"All rustic sites are car friendly but you must keep car on paved area. You have great and easy car access to some nice and easy ocean and marsh trails."
"Lined with spikey palmetto trees, towering long leaf pines, and live oak dripping with Spanish moss, the biking and walking trails makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a tropical paradise."
"Pet friendly. Dogs had a blast on the trails and finding a little hidden beach!"
"Short-stay is a beautiful camp right on Lake Moultrie a short distance from Charleston, SC."
from $21 - $630 / night
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GuideWe 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
TravelerWe 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.
GuideWe 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.
GuideCheck in was easy, folks friendly. Water pressure to RV was weak, not sure we had 50 amp electric voltage, cause our battery level was down to 1/3 in am. It was very hot, ran two AC’s, and have electric fridge. Still trying to figure out why, when plugged into power, our battery level is lower then when we plugged into pole.
ScoutGreat service .Tent camp here every year .
LegendIf 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.
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GuideThis is our absolute favorite campsite of all time! It is very private and secluded, but right around the corner from the beach. It is for tents and small campers only, as we barely had enough room to get our pop up backed up in the site with the truck. The site slopes up, evens out, and then slopes right back down to the fire ring and picnic table. Our pop up is a 10-foot box and it was just enough room to get it on the level spot without sloping one way or the other. It was also just wide enough for our awning to be set out with a little room to walk around. Once situated, there is plenty of room at the picnic table and fire ring to sit around and park bikes, etc.
There is plenty of shade and you can hear the waves crashing on the beach. The site also has water and electric hookups, but we try to bring our own water since you can still taste the salt. It is so relaxing!
This is on the Beach Campground and the only problem we noticed it is that the outdoor shower for washing off sand from the beach has low visibility because it is on the road side of the bathhouse and not the beach side. The result is people clogging up the showers with sand because they don't even see the outdoor shower in some cases.
The park has some amazing nature trails to bike and hike as well as a nice educational nature center.
We always enjoy our stay here and will definitely continue to book here as long as we can.
ScoutIt's been an amazing trip. Got to see a alligator for the first time in my life. It was awesome. The staff was awesome,had a great time enjoying the beauty of nature
GuideThere are actually TWO bases here - the air base and the weapons station. We stayed at the air base but also visited the weapons station for some recreation.
Air base: close to downtown Charleston; great price for the amenities provided ($45 per night for full hookups - electric, water, and sewer); power/water pedestal was nice; shower and laundry facilities on site; all sites fairly level and mostly shady; playground, sand volleyball, golf, and indoor climbing wall within walking distance; beautiful trees, etc. All the normal base amenities, including bowling alley (check out galactic bowling if you have kids).
Staff was helpful. Camp host was… vigilant, but not super considerate with his leaf blowing pollen plumes around breakfasters.
Did not have pool. Fine.
DOES NOT HAVE FIRE RINGS. Or a grill. That was a disappointment. You can BRING a fire ring. But of course no open burning.
Also, the sites are a smidge close together. But not overly so. Ask for a perimeter site and not a middle pull through if you're looking for a little extra green space between. (Not sure if they'll honor that or not.)
The weapons station also has an RV park. (Forgot to look and see if they have fire rings.) If you are a trail runner or hiker or similar, this is the one you want to go to. There's an excellent trail system right off the RV park. The air base did not. They have plenty of sidewalks to run but no trails. However, if you're there to see Charleston, you want to stay at the air base. The weapons station is further away from downtown.
As other reviewers have said, these options are both on military bases and require an ID to access.
Cabin camping near North Charleston, South Carolina offers several options within 50 miles of the city center. Located in the coastal plain at an elevation of 20 feet above sea level, North Charleston experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and mild winters with occasional frost. Several state parks and private campgrounds maintain cabin accommodations that range from rustic structures to deluxe units with modern conveniences.
Water activities on Lake Moultrie: Short Stay Navy Outdoor Recreation Area provides access to Lake Moultrie for fishing, swimming, and boating. "Great for fishing, swimming, camping, RV, and much more. There's a swimming beach and the camp store has boat kayak rental and propane tank refill," notes one military visitor.
Biking through James Island: James Island County Park features "5+ miles of paved paths offering hiking/biking bliss" according to one reviewer. "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."
Wildlife viewing at Colleton: Colleton State Park Campground offers river access and nature trails. "Trail leading off the campgrounds through the woods is very fun, saw a corn snake and found a geocache," reports a camper who enjoyed exploring the park's natural areas.
Well-spaced sites: Oak Plantation Campground receives praise for its spacious layout. "I stayed in a paved full hookup site P2 and, even though there were a fair amount of guests, they spread everyone out so I had no immediate neighbors," explains one visitor who appreciated the privacy.
Clean facilities: Edisto Beach State Park Campground maintains well-kept restrooms and showers. "The amenities (bathrooms and showers) were very clean," notes a tent camper. Another visitor adds, "Bathrooms were great. Shelling was incredible—especially if you walk towards the inlet around low tide."
Friendly atmosphere: The camping community creates a welcoming environment at many parks. "The people we met, both staff and fellow campers are all very friendly," reports a visitor to one campground, while another notes that "Edisto Beach was very clean and the people were so welcoming and friendly."
Military eligibility requirements: Some campgrounds like Short Stay Navy Outdoor Recreation Area and Foster Creek RV Park restrict access. "This campground is for Active and retired military and other qualified DOD employees. Very quiet and secure great fishing and beautiful sunsets," explains a visitor.
Seasonal flooding concerns: River access points may experience high water levels. At Colleton State Park, "if you are going to paddle check your water levels as river typically floods." Similarly, at Givhans Ferry, visitors should be prepared for potential water level changes on the Edisto River.
Insect preparation: Givhans Ferry State Park Campground requires bug spray during warmer months. One visitor advises, "definitely need to wear your bug repellent," while another camper at a different park warns about "huge mosquitoes" during summer visits.
Playground access: Several parks offer dedicated play areas. "They have an awesome park," notes a visitor to James Island County Park, while another mentions that Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA provides "multiple playgrounds and many kid friendly activities."
Splash zones for hot days: Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA offers water recreation options. "The park offered fishing, kayak/canoe/paddle boat and paddle board rentals. They also had a free wagon ride to a nearby plantation a couple of times a week," shares a summer visitor.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Oak Plantation Campground provides nature encounters. "Lovely, large oaks with gray moss provide that quintessential Charleston/Savannah setting. There's a small pool, dog park, pasture with cows, and a play area," describes a visitor who appreciated the natural setting.
Leveling challenges: Many campsites require adjustments. "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," reports a visitor to James Island County Park.
Site selection strategies: Securing the right spot makes a difference. "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," advises a visitor with specific site recommendations.
Power options: Electrical service varies by location, with most parks offering standard connections. "The sites are flat, full power and water," notes a military visitor about one campground, while another visitor explains that Santee State Park provides "water and a variety of electrical hookup options" for campers.
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