Best Cabin Camping near Pelion, SC

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Best Cabin Sites Near Pelion, SC (10)

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    1. Poinsett State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
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    85 Saves
    Wedgefield, South Carolina

    In the High Hills of Santee, where the South Carolina Sandhills of the Midlands region meet the coastal plain region, you’ll find Poinsett State Park. Called the "mountains of the midlands," this mixed ecosystem yields a high degree of biodiversity and some of the most unique natural sightings in the park system, especially along the Palmetto trail which winds through the Manchester State Forest.

    The High Hills of Santee are dotted with the hiking and biking trails that wind through the park–some of which connect to the Palmetto Trail that leads hikers through the Manchester State Forest. Poinsett’s 10-acre lake makes for a serene setting, and can be used for fishing and johnboat rentals. The park also offers campsites, a fishing pond, a coquina bathhouse built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, pre-revolutionary grist mill ruins and rustic cabins.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Weston Lake Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    26 Photos
    21 Saves
    Columbia, South Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 - $35 / night

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      6. Woodsmoke Family Campground

      3 Reviews
      21 Saves
      Chapin, South Carolina
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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      7. Prices Bridge Glampsite

      1 Review
      14 Photos
      6 Saves
      Prosperity, South Carolina

      Located on a pristine spot, this 350 square feet of porch offers:

      An elevated campsite, off the ground

      A view of Lake Murray

      98% quiet (you may hear a car drive by a few times a day...)

      Privacy - we live on the other side of the road, and you'll have around 20 acres mostly to yourself

      Port-a-potty - leave the shovel at home

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Cabins
      • Tent Cabin

      $50 - $250 / night

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        8. Rosewood Farm and Agripark

        1 Review
        2 Saves
        Winnsboro, South Carolina

        Rosewood Farm and Agripark is my home. I honestly had about the most amazing childhood one could have on this very land! We hunted, fished, made mud pies and played outside for hours, as long as we were in shouting distance for supper time! I am so fortunate to be the daughter of two amazing parents, who had a dream to build a working farm from nothing more than a logging trail in the woods. They built a 3 story, 10,000 square foot house by themselves- while raising a family! We have 200 acres of farmland that features rolling hills, multiple ponds, creeks, farm animals, show horses and countless wildlife viewing opportunities. Wild turkey and deer roam free all over the farm, coveys of dove fly out from the pastures and trails, and coyotes howl in the night. Listen to the frogs croaking, crickets chirping and whipporwhills calling every evening under a magical blanket of stars. Take a guided horseback ride or nature hike through the trails that meander through the woods around the park. Our newest venture is to offer primitive camping and some cabin rentals around our 60 acre Agripark!

        For those wanting to step it up a notch, we have erected a large concrete floor, covered event barn (for parties, family reunions, weddings, cowboy church, etc..,) and also a huge petting zoo barn with an area behind it for pony rides and 4-h/FFA functions. Also, a special historic Iron Horse miniature train and one mile of track has been purchased to go around the park! A greenhouse is being erected next, that will teach people about aquaponics and hydroponics! We have a rock wall, jumping pillow and many inflatables for the littles to enjoy too! Many things are on the immediate horizon for this special property. While we are under heavy construction at the moment in some areas of the park, many amenities are currently available. Why not unplug from the daily grind and spend time with those that matter most? My goal is to make this land as magical for your family as it has been for mine!

        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Reservable
        • Cabins
        • Trash
        • Picnic Table

        $80 / night

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          9. Little Cedar Creek Campground

          1 Review
          4 Saves
          Camden, South Carolina
          • Pets
          • Fires
          • Electric Hookups
          • Phone Service
          • Reservable
          • ADA Access
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          Recent Cabin Reviews in Pelion

          105 Reviews of 10 Pelion Campgrounds


          • Katrin M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
            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.

          • AThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park Campground
            May. 11, 2024

            Poinsett State Park Campground

            Great camp site!

            We stayed here for our son’s first birthday, in campsite 30! It was beautiful and we felt like we had plenty of privacy. Our site had a trail attached to the back of it which was really nice for hiking and it was perfect distance from the bathroom! On the topic of the bathroom, the toilets were CLEAN! And I mean we were there for 24 hours and the bathroom was cleaned at least twice. Really nice, they might look a little scary on the outside though but don’t mind that any bit.

            For people that love hammocks, site 29 (right next to ours) has a bunch of perfect hammock trees. If we go again we will try to stay in that spot! Great place to stay.

          • TThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
            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.

          • Kristen S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
            Dec. 7, 2023

            Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

            Peaceful, good trails

            We were at site 46, which is near the entrance and the camp host. Short walk to the bathhouse directly behind. Site has good trees for a hammock and near a path down to the lake for fishing/picnic/swimming. Beware there is a sharp drop off across from the site, so make sure whoever is backing in has a spotter out front.

          • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
            Camper-submitted photo from Prices Bridge Glampsite
            Oct. 13, 2023

            Prices Bridge Glampsite

            Glamping in the Trees

            Jake from the Dyrt here! This is a unique experience for those looking to camp a little higher off the ground and enjoy the huge deck looking out into the forest.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

          • T.  D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Woodsmoke Family Campground
            Sep. 19, 2023

            Woodsmoke Family Campground

            Overnight Stop

            Ok for overnight stop but wouldn't be a travel destination. Most sites seem to be long term or permanent sites. Very close to neighbor site, with fire pit being extremely close. Water, Sewer, Power, WiFi

          • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Rosewood Farm and Agripark
            Jan. 20, 2023

            Rosewood Farm and Agripark

            Rosewood Rendezvous Tiny Cabin

            Ashley here with The Dyrt. We're thankful to have this property on our platform. This super cute cabin is nestled beside a small pond at the bottom of a hill and surrounded by trees. Book your stay and leave them some love.

          • H
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            Sep. 22, 2022

            Cedar Pond Campground

            One week

            The owner was very kind and friendly. There is a very cute love swing by the pond y’all beautiful oak trees. Very quiet and peaceful. I would give 5 stars however one of the long term residents was screaming at me and my boyfriend for walking our dogs at 11 pm and called the police, when the police came he told them my boyfriend “ a black man was walking around” rude and racist.

          • Lorena M.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park Campground
            Sep. 21, 2022

            Poinsett State Park Campground

            Short stop on our drive

            Picked this park to add a stop on our drive to NC, we didn’t hit the trails so I can’t review those. Site 45 was great, right by a clearing so we got the view of the gorgeous night sky. Some tree branches from two sites down came crashing on our first night and an entire tree split on a different area/ day. I didn’t feel very comfortable staying in a site under so many trees after that. (site 28) Park was cute but a lot of mosquitos, ants, bugs etc. and an Air Force training area nearby graced us the sound of heavy artillery late at night, a little disconcerting when you’re camping out in the woods. We cut the trip short. Staff was friendly and they sell firewood and a few other things at the store but not a lot, so stock up on necessities there’s nothing nearby. Roads were really heavy with potholes, so not the friendliest for rvs.

          • Joy B.
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Lake Recreation Area
            Apr. 10, 2022

            Weston Lake Recreation Area

            Nice sites!

            Very nice concrete pads; large sites with fire pit, grill, and picnic table. Gravel roads have washed out areas but not terrible. Very open and quiet. Several long-term residents.

          • MPK M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Pond Campground
            Mar. 26, 2022

            Cedar Pond Campground

            Thumbs up

            We had a great little stay. Beautiful cedar trees and pond. Rustic with everything you need and nothing you don’t. Owners super friendly and even helped us park

          • Thomas H.
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Lake Recreation Area
            Mar. 21, 2022

            Weston Lake Recreation Area

            Peaceful

            I was stationed at Jackson from’07-‘09 and the only thing that has really changed is the dam is being worked on so you can only observe the lake, no swimming, boating, anything on the lake until repairs are completed. The receptionist said they’ve been working on it for maybe 4 years. Hopefully it’ll be completed sooner than later. The grounds could be kept up a little better as could the restrooms/bath houses but I imagine they lost some revenue due to the lake being closed for dam repairs.

            There isn’t any concerns getting back here, the biggest rigs will not have any problems. All sites are large concrete pads, FHU. Most sites are spaced very well, some better than others but you won’t be on top of anyone whichever site you’re at. They have a large concrete patio area, nearly the size of the pad itself with a picnic table and fire pit/grill and stand alone grill.

            Verizon cell coverage is adequate. I had 2 bars and LTE, sometimes 5G. Not like being in the city but sufficient. No wifi.

            There are cabins and tent sites as well. This isn’t a large campground but there were still a few open spaces.

            There will be various bugle calls throughout, morning, day and night. You may hear firing range training going on in the distance. You should expect this and it should not be seen as negative, you’re on a military campground.

            Current RV site price a night is $35, if you have a National park pass it’s $32.50. Despite the lake being off limits right now I will still come back. Once it’s opened back up I’m sure it will be more busy, right now it’s very peaceful.

          • Mark L.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
            Mar. 15, 2022

            Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

            Huge Park , nice wooded sites.

            I chose the lakeside tent sites section. I wish I knew that the Cypress side was open to tents also. It is much further from I-95. I can clearly hear roadway noise from this side. I visited the other side tonight and it is a much greater diatance from the highway and faces away from the noise. It is more popular over there so tonight, I have more isolation here. Good for tents all tbrough park.

          • Hannah W.
            Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park Campground
            Mar. 11, 2022

            Poinsett State Park Campground

            Great stay!

            Stayed here for a few nights with a friend for spring break. The staff were very friendly and answered all the questions that we had. We were tent camping and the campsite was perfect! Had a picnic table, fire ring, plenty of space to pull the car in, level ground for the tent, and trees for hammocking. The bathroom facilities were very clean, and were right by the campsites. In terms of activities, there are plenty of hiking trails and a beautiful lake right in front of the visitor center. We rented a paddleboat and got to see some wildlife on the water (cranes, turtles, and even a couple little gators). Overall, this was a perfect state park, great for a quiet getaway.

            (Side note: the bugs were practically nonexistent in March when we visited, but we were told that they can get bad in the summer months)

          • Jessica M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park Campground
            Jan. 16, 2022

            Poinsett State Park Campground

            Great for Activities, Camping is lacking...

            Large. Multiple trails. Secluded. Scenic. Rental/Activities. Waterways. Picnic areas. Kid playground. ***BUT...! if you are camping... there's no wifi or cell service in camping section!! Whether 'primitive' or tent/rv with power, it ALL seems a little primitive. Only difference is power connection sites and a bathhouse. I'm truly ok with semi-primitive, but no cell service or Wi-Fi (in camping area), as a female... this needs to be addressed for safety, at minimum. It was beautiful, but we had to leave, as safety is #1. *oh.... SITE 17.... is the worse, if you wanted a little seclusion. It's the only rv/tent site that is "in" the 'activity field' (there was a group of teens playing loud and rough football right next to us, even my daughter did NOT like it). Highly suggest day visits, not so much camping.

          • Benda N.
            Camper-submitted photo from Woodsmoke Family Campground
            Dec. 15, 2021

            Woodsmoke Family Campground

            Overnight stay

            We were just traveling to Fl and needed someplace to spend the night without unhooking. The site was perfect and the campground was wooded and lovely. Easy in and out.

          • TThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Lake Recreation Area
            Nov. 23, 2021

            Weston Lake Recreation Area

            Beautiful, but pricey…

            Weston Lakes is located at Fort Jackson, on the South Side of the Base.

            It has a large recreation area with about 20 or 30 RV spots. I was in a spot that had the Hookups at opposite end of concrete pad and opposite side. I ended up buying an additional 20 ft. of dumping tubing ($60).

            The area is very nice and somewhat quiet. But with all the other amenities there like boating, fishing, field sports, etc. they charge $35 a night. This is over 1K for a month with a three month maximum. You need to be either active or retired Military, which I was not. My Father was the Commander at Fort Jackson for 8+ years and he sponsored me so I could stay.

            Once back in Columbia, SC after Thanksgiving I am moving to a park that is only $390 a month as I will be in Columbia for a while.

            If money is no object then this would be a 4 star + rating. But not for me.

          • B
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Lake Recreation Area
            Nov. 22, 2021

            Weston Lake Recreation Area

            Military campground with spacious sites

            The campground was nice, the RV spaces had nice concrete pads and nice cabins. The roads had some serious potholes and the the campground doesn’t seem to be on a regular maintenance schedule but it was clean. There are a number of bugle calls that happen during the day on the speaker. All in all a nice campground and we would stay again.

          • K
            Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
            Nov. 14, 2021

            Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

            Tired, but beautiful and quiet.

            The grounds and facilities at Cypress View are in need of a refresh (no attempt to remove fall leaves, “tennis courts” a joke, playground covered with pine needles, fishing pier splintering, bathroom ceilings mildewed, etc.) but the location is superb. The lake is beautiful and is visible from many sites. Sites are spacious and well planned. No contact checkin was a bonus. Excellent place to roam and fish for a great price.

            Quiet all week but got pretty full and loud on Friday night. Other campers were respectful.

            Long story short: don’t expect much for amenities, but expect a great time!

          • Neith F.
            Camper-submitted photo from Barnwell State Park Campground
            Nov. 9, 2021

            Barnwell State Park Campground

            Camping

            Great trip overall, camp sites were nice and tidy, restroom and shower facility's we're well stocked and clean, camp host had firewood. Trails were nice, some of the boards on the boardwalk area were getting soft. No lake view from campsite.

          • Matt C.
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Lake Recreation Area
            Oct. 31, 2021

            Weston Lake Recreation Area

            Overnight

            Stayed in a tent at tent site 3. Site was level and clean with water and electric, fire ring, and a picnic table. for $10 per night. There are also primitive tent sites as well for $5 per night. Lots of RV spots too! Bathhouse was cleans and has 2 showers and toilets on the mens and womens side. The office was closed before we arrived, but we were able to call on the phone to make a reservation. Seems like a few full time people in their RV. T mobile service worked well. Camp host was very friendly

          • Matt C.
            Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park Campground
            Oct. 30, 2021

            Poinsett State Park Campground

            Nice state park

            We tent camped for the weekend in mid October. The park was probably 80% full, but didn’t seem crowded. All the spaces were spread out and the sites were level. We stayed at site 30, so it was a close walk to the bathhouse, with plenty of space, picnic table, and fire ring. The bathhouse was in fair condition, but the hot water was limited. The mens bathroom definitely needed to be cleaned. There were lots of trails, a pond, and a park for thing to do. T-mobile service barely worked. Check out our review https://youtu.be/pL1zgad0rN0

          • D
            Camper-submitted photo from Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
            Oct. 30, 2021

            Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park

            open with nearly complete tree canopy

            Staff very helpful and accommodating.  Very clean camp grounds, good clean bathrooms.  Sites are randomly laid out and spaced well.  The camp grounds boarder the large man made lake.

            Reasonably close to I95 and camp sites are $20/day.  If you do not want to camp, they have nice cabins for $30/day.  

            they offer two camping areas, one near the camp store and office.  The other is a few miles away and isolated, where we stayed.



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