Best Tent Camping near Pauline, SC

Recent Tent Reviews near Pauline, South Carolina

461 Reviews of 18 Pauline Campgrounds

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  Myron C.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 31, 2020

  Table Rock State Park Campground

  State Park with Beautiful Views

  Table Rock State Park is a large park with at least three“campgrounds.” One is a primitive campground, and one is a traditional campground. I did not get to explore the third campground, but I believe it is a traditional campground as well. The site I stayed at, site 56, was level, except for the approach; however, the pad was rough gravel. I put down two tarps under my tent to help eliminate the roughness inside the tent. The site was shaded and wasn’t too close to my camping neighbors, but the biggest problem was dealing with the ants—big black ants, small black ants, and other tiny ants. There was no lantern pole, but there was a fire pit and a picnic table. The bath house was only a short walking distance away. There is no lack of things to do, and the trail system is extraordinary. The main attraction, I would guess, is Table Rock Mountain, but there are other things to do. There is a swimming beach and a diving platform. Beside the beach are picnic tables, including a picnic shelter with a standing grill. The visitors center/store was well stocked with souvenirs and supplies, and there is a laundry next to it. Sometime during the night when I had to go to the restroom, I discovered that there was not water. The next morning, I turned on the faucet at my campsite, and it sputtered out brown water at first and then it came out clear. I said that to say this. There was a problem and they dealt with it quickly. That impressed me. The heat and humidity was almost unbearable, but nothing can be done about that during the summer. If you camp in a tent during the summer, make sure to take and extension cord and a fan. Overall, this is a great place to camp during vacation, but the cost is a little more than I expected to pay for a tent site. Costwise, I’m not sure I would want to pay that much for camping for a whole week. It rivals the national campground franchises. However, if cost doesn’t concern you, it really is a good place to camp.

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  Zack F.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 9, 2020

  Hickory Nut Falls Family Campground

  Great Family Owned Campground

  This is a great family owned camp ground everyone is very friendly but would love to see larger tent camping sites

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  peter

  Traveler

  

  May. 17, 2021

  John H. Moss Lake Campground

  Nice small campground

  Stayed 1 night at a tent site.  Had a hot shower and facilities were nice.  Each site has a ring for fire/grill/ picnic table.   

  Only has 3 tent sites.  I don' think tent campers can stay at the others.  I didn't see the tent pad that they had at my site and just pitched the tent on the ground.

  FYI you have to call up to make reservations.  I arrived late and they gave me the code to the bathrooms over the phone and the wifi password.  

  you could hear road noise at night but didn't bother me.

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  Tyler B.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 22, 2020

  Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park

  Great place, but...

  It's a very nice campground with very friendly people and nice trails around. The only issue which wasn't big for me due to tent camping, the sites looked washed out and very unlevel so depending on camper or RV might take some work getting level!

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  Robert B.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 2, 2019

  Hitching Post Campground

  Father/Son weekend

  My son and I stayed here for the weekend. He wanted to tent camp. It was late fall and it was pretty chilly. We fished, cooked over the fire, just hung out, and enjoyed each others time together. Very peaceful and guiet. We'll definitely go back.

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  Sara M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 12, 2018

  Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park

  Good sites and bad sites

  I carefully scouted online and got a great site for our tent camping (wouldn’t have been great for RVs) but there were definitely some awful sites to be had. Restrooms were clean and well stocked. Nicely stocked store. Living history farm was disappointing - not much to look at and not enough signs.

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  Cindyellen R.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 16, 2022

  Paris Mountain State Park Campground

  Excellent hiking/camping spot

  This is our fav state park. It has pull thru and back in sites, and a lot of tent sites. The ada site is NOT flat and a trip hazard. The hiking trails are beautiful. There's mountain biking trails also on the weekend.

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  Katie L.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 26, 2023

  Brick House Campground (Sc) — Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests

  Weekend trip

  Great spot for a quick weekend away without needing to travel too far. For tent camping the spaces are large and pit toilets very clean. The only negative part of this campground is how close of proximity all sites are. very popular spot and more people than we had expected after reading other reviews! Definitely will come back though!

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  Valerie H.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 21, 2021

  Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park

  Visited 10/4/2019

  Nice campground for hiking, historic buildings nearby and a great camp store. Lots of regulars it seems. Sites are close but not a negative. Lots of loud neighbors the weekend that we were there. Beautiful water areas, great places to take photographs lots of friendly people. Our site was private and not too far from the tent camping area. Bathrooms were nice and kept well.

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  Noah R.

  Scout

  

  May. 30, 2022

  Emberglow Outdoor Resort

  Best Campground

  The best campground experience I've ever had. Everything is really well kept, the bathrooms are pristine and all of the campground signage/literature/materials are well designed and professional. They made last minute accomodations for us, despite the busy holiday weekend. Excellent. We stayed at a tent camping site, which was well kept and near the facilities while still feeling like we were in the woods

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  Amanda M.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 6, 2018

  Orchard Lake Campground

  fun with kids

  We stayed 2 nights. We went kayaking and swimming daily. There is a slide in the middle of the pond that my son loved. when it rained the game room had a movie on and lots to do inside. Pet friendly. We will be returning. Tent sites had electric and water on them.

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  Jennifer W.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 22, 2018

  Jones Gap State Park Campground

  Beautiful and Private

  I would consider this park to be the most beautiful of all I have camped at. Tent camping only. Nice, private walk-in sites. Creek runs through park. Definitely no call service. Only an emergency call box if anything goes on at night. It's a pack in pack out park. No trash cans. Does have a nice bathroom that's kept clean. Would definitely return here.

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  Adam P.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 22, 2017

  Grand View Campground & RV Park

  Great Place

  We were not able to make our reservation check-in time at another campground. We called Grandview and the gentleman was very friendly and told us there was a drop box for the money for a tent site. He explained how to get to the tent area and we had no trouble finding it. To me it seemed like a fairly new campground and it felt very welcoming. Would definitely stay here again.

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  Justin S.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 10, 2019

  Paris Mountain State Park Campground

  Just A Good Campground

  This campground won’t blow you away or anything but it’s a good campground that you’ll enjoy. Nice wooded coverage, walking and hiking trails, plus a few lakes to fish. Bath houses are probably the cleanest I’ve seen in all the campgrounds I’ve been too. The only reason I wouldn’t give it 5 stars is because the sites are pretty close to each other and you can hear aircraft traffic from the airport close by. I recommend sites 22,23,25 if you are tent camping.

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  Amanda M.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 6, 2018

  Ebenezer Park Campground

  nice in the summer

  We live close so this is usually our summer go to for an over night. we like to swim and fish. Ithas a nice playground for kids. it is pet friendly. I prefer to stay on the wooded side. We tent camp and like that every site has electric and water. The camp store doesn’t really have much so we bring everything with us. there is a nice gas station less than a mile away we get coffee from there in the mornings.

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  Crystal C.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 1, 2018

  Foothills Family Campground

  Charming Campground

  Following highways signs looking for this campground I didn’t know what to expect. I was hoping for a tent site but wasn’t sure what I would find. In this area I had seen many RV parka but few tent site areas so I was pleased to pull up and see tents!

  When I went into the office I was greeted by a very pleasant woman who gave me a map and told me a bit about the camp, which included a nice restroom/laundry and pool area (seasonally open).

  They also offered WiFi and hiking trails right in the camping facility which was right up my alley!!

  I arrived just before the end of the summer season so everything was up and running and it was perfect! The camp offers a small camp store and is also relatively close to other stores in neighboring town.

  TIPS:

  • Opt for a spot a little further away from the office, it is quieter and closer to trails.

  • Drive slowly on the way out to the campsite, not just on the gravel road but on the main road, there are several patrols right before the turn off which use the hill area for a good hiding spot because the hill causes you to speed if you are a bit heavy. BE MINDFUL!

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  jessica

  Guide

  

  Jun. 26, 2023

  Black Forest Family Camping Resort

  Awesome for families

  Tent camping- This place is great for families especially with kids. The sites are pretty close together but depending on where you are the trees do a great job of separating the sites. They weren’t too terribly full when we went and because we had toddlers they put us next to the restrooms, which were immaculate by the way. Clean restroom, clean showers with hot water. It’s just a great place. Heated pool, volleyball, game room. If you’re just starting out with kids this is the place to go.

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  Sara M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 12, 2018

  Table Rock State Park Campground

  Nice mountain campground

  We tent camped in a spot too steep for campers and had a blast! Like many CCC parks the roads are narrow and large campers seemed to have issues. Roads ans bathroom paths are eroded. The swimming area at the lake is small but nice for a nonswimming child. Trails are amazing, Table Rock trail is strenuous but doable and absolutely worth it. Took one star off for the bathrooms - not dirty exactly but not that clean, and there was a weird communal bar of soap and no hand dryers.

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  Matt G.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 18, 2016

  Lake Greenwood State Park Campground

  Ranger Review: Cotopaxi 35L Travel Duffel at Lake Greenwood State Park

  Lake Greenwood State Park is a smaller state park in South Carolina. The lake is sizable, you can easily take your boat or jet skis, but at the same time the lake is suitable for canoes and kayaks as well. This weekend, we opted for the tubes as our means to relax on the lake, and we achieved that. The only issue we found was the size of the campground itself. The campsites are nearly on top of one another, but there are some beautiful spots right on the lake. Since they are so close, you can hear the neighbors at all hours, and there is hardly any privacy. One other issue was the sites themselves. Now, if you have an RV, it's no problem. But if you are into tent camping, like I am, you will have to pitch the tent on gravel or pavement. Not the easiest pitch. With that, though, it was still enjoyable and relaxing.

  Gear Review – As a Dyrt Ranger, I also get to review and test products in the field. This weekend was the perfect weekend to test the Cotopaxi 35L Travel Duffel. Right out of the mail, I knew that it would be one bag that lasts for a super long time. It is extremely well made, and very versatile. The only thing I was concerned about when I opened it for the first time was the size. I didn't quite believe I could fit everything for the weekend inside. This was not the case this weekend, though. I even had enough room for the frisbee with all of my clothes, toiletries, and extra pair of shoes. Overall, it is an excellent weeken bag, in it for the long haul. Check it out here: https://www.cotopaxi.com/collections/chumpi/products/chumpi-35l-travel-duffel

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  DrDavid P.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 4, 2016

  Table Rock State Park Campground

  An awesome place any time of the year!

  I've stayed in both the tent camping sites and cabins here, and they are both marvelous. I just returned from a few days in the area, and , it being summer, the lake was hopping. First, me and the kids would get all sweaty on a hiking trail, stop at the waterfall on Carrick's Creek for a cold plunge, and then jump in the lake for a longer swim. I've hiked every trail in the park, and the trail system there is excellent as well. Oh, don't forget the playgrounds and grilling spots. You can't wrong here.

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  Stacey

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 5, 2020

  Emberglow Outdoor Resort

  Wonderful family campground

  Just spent the weekend here and loved it! Great place for kids with jump pad, swingset, slides, climbing dome, pool, a creek to explore, hiking trails, and more! We planned to explore the area (Chimney Rock, Lake Lure) but ended up staying the entire time in the campground. Just a beautiful new place, very relaxing. We will definitely be back! Would be a wonderful place to plan a group trip due to the variety of accommodations (RV sites, treehouses, remodeled campers, pods, tent sites, etc.).

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  Dave

  Scout

  

  Aug. 22, 2023

  Outdoor Adventure Retreats - Wilderness Cove Campground

  Great tent and cottage experience

  My kid(12) and I had a great experience here: 2 nights in tents and 2 in a River Cottage. The tent camping is not quite"roughing it": there's pretty reliable WiFi and the bath house is air conditioned and kept very clean. Moving to the cottage was meant to be easier in my kid, but I didn't expect all the amenities: refrigerator, screened in porch, and very comfy beds. The drive down the mountain is a little nerve-wracking for a city boy, and my car's low clearance had me scraping my underside on some rocky bumps inside the property, but that's just a heads-up, not a complaint. Would definitely go back!

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  Matt G.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2016

  Paris Mountain State Park Campground

  Nice park, great experience

  This is a beautiful area of Greenville to visit and camp for the night. The trails within the park can be very hilly, so if you decide to take a hike, be sure to check the elevations. Dogs are allowed in most outdoor places, but not in cabins. There are plenty of tent sites, though, along with lots of RV sites. There are bathrooms available with showers, which is just what you need after one of those long hikes. Be sure to check out the dam as well!

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  John B.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 22, 2022

  Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park

  Nice!

  In full disclosure. We bought a camper and decided on this campground as our maiden voyage. It’s close to the dealer we bought the camper from, and had available sites on short notice.

  We’ve tent camped here before and enjoyed our stay and will this time as well.

  I’ve never towed a camper before and I’m still learning. Any sites that have a moderate slope can be a challenge. Especially to a newbie.

  I’m this case we made it work using leveling chocks on one side of the camper. No complaints. We wish we made a better site selection that’s more level. Lol.

  A nice quiet place that’s well maintained, but with minimal amenities. We like the quiet and hiking trails and enjoy our stays here.

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  Jodi B.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 19, 2016

  Black Forest Family Camping Resort

  Cabins without the amenities

  These cabins may not be for everyone. They are pretty bare bones. The cabins have electricity, but the water pump is outside and the bathrooms and showers are communal (but clean). There is a full size bed and two bunk beds in each one. Outside, there is a a picnic table and a fire ring for each cabin. I think the mattresses are hard, so I usually bring a sleeping bag to pad it. So it can be seen as a step up from tent camping for people who don't like that kind of roughing it.

  There is a heated swimming pool and they do lots of things for kids like ice cream socials. They have a little shop in case you forget some necessities.

  This campground is close to Dupont Forest, with lots of mountain biking, hiking, and waterfalls. For $50 a night, it's a pretty good deal.

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  Ann H.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 26, 2022

  Emberglow Outdoor Resort

  Multiple Family Camping at Emberglow

     We camped at Emberglow campground for a long weekend the third week of April 2022. The campground is amazing. We all had a wonderful time. There was a combination of Camping trailers, and one family rented a Tiny House. The house was beautiful. The bath house and bathroom facilities at the campground were pristine. They were completely tiled and very clean. There were multiple activities for children including a bounce pad, playground and ball pit. The swimming pool was lovely and scheduled to open the next weekend. There are also tent sites available. Some of the RV sites had outdoor kitchens with sinks and propane tanks. Each site had a picnic table and fire ring. Our site had a gravel base. The close proximity to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure is an added bonus. The owners and staff were very friendly and helpful, but unobtrusive. I highly recommend Emberglow Campground.

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  Joanna C.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 21, 2018

  Table Rock State Park Campground

  Good time overall

  We tented camped here with 2 kids. We actually got a spot in the loop beyond the lake. It was quiet when we were there, and the newly renovated bathhouse was a nice surprise- large, clean, well lit with accessible showers. We didn't hike to the top because of the kids, so instead we hiked Carrick's Creek trail. There is a small waterfall with a wading and swimming area that the kids absolutely loved. The swimming at the lake just so-so - I wasn't overly impressed, but the kids were happy. Overall would recommend.