29 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV parks near Pendleton accommodate various rig sizes and camping preferences. Thousand Trails Carolina Landing offers full hookup sites with 30/50-amp electric service, water, and sewer connections year-round. The Point at Lake Hartwell provides electric hookups and allows RVs with boat access options. Tiger Stripes RV Campsites features just three sites but includes 30/50-amp service, water, sewer, and dump station access. Many parks have gravel sites with concrete patios, though leveling can be challenging on some of the hillier terrain. "The campground itself is gorgeous, heavily wooded and lots of hills. It has great access to Lake Hartwell, and lots of sites. The sites are very close together throughout most of the park."
Navigation into several area campgrounds requires careful planning due to steep roads and tight turns. Lake Keowee Campsite for RVs offers big rig friendly sites with 30/50-amp service, though access roads in some parks feature sharp curves with elevation changes. Cell service varies significantly between locations, with Verizon generally providing better coverage than other carriers. Most RV parks in the region remain open year-round, though amenities like swimming pools typically close during winter months. Dump stations are available at multiple locations including Big Water Marina & RV Park and Crooked Creek RV Park & Marina. Pet policies generally allow dogs with standard leash requirements, though some parks have designated pet areas while others do not.
"We are under a WiFi pole and have good signal and usable internet. It was actually worth paying for. There is a boat launch but, it is hard to get to and down a large, steep incline."
"There was trash in our fire ring and the picnic table at our site should probably be put out of its misery."
"Fantastic owners, great rates, lakefront property, private boat dock, next door to a boat ramp, lake vibe restaurant with live bands, (seasonal), mere minutes from nearly anything one could want, delivery"
"Such a great carefree, quiet and peaceful place to stay!!"
from $47 - $97 / night
"Great campground for RVers near downtown Franklin, NC. The campground itself is not very large but it is well maintained and provides a great option to camp with an RV."
from $25 - $50 / night
"Enjoy your private fire-ring and take in a gorgeous sunset. Lots of outdoor activities nearby. Give them some love and leave a review here!"
"The sites are spacious and private considering the size of the park & with all the convenient hookups readily available. Just an all around perfect family campground!"
from $40 / night
"My family and I enjoyed camping on the beach here by the lake. The campground had a lot to offer. There was a restaurant/bar , playground, Marina, stage with live bands."
"Most of the camp spots are not shaded, but right on the water. Boat rentals are available as well as paddle boards and kayaks."
from $25 - $50 / night
"Even lots with full hook ups! Has marina with good food, ice, supplies, etc with boat ramp & docks. Lake access from beach area. Immaculate private bathrooms with sink, toilet & showers."
"If you have a boat, it’s convenient to be able to dock your boat at the on site marina. The store is handy for snacks or last minute necessities. Our son likes to get ice cream there."
from $50 / night
from $50 / night
from $20 - $35 / night
"Had a great weekend at this small peaceful RV park. Clean, beautiful landscaping. Full hookups, shady spot on site 4. A short drive to local waterfalls, rafting and tubing. A short drive to Brevard."
"The Gatlin Ridge RV Park is the perfect basecamp for those looking to explore the area and return home to their RV with full hookups. Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!"
from $60 - $85 / night
GuideSites are not level. Thousand trails is currently not investing. Any money in improving the sites. Half of the sites in the park are going back to nature. The roads are falling apart and the inclines are not big rig friendly.
ScoutWe stayed for a week in late October. Quiet and secluded but right outside of Franklin. Very. Nicely decorated. Has small campstore, very nice laundryroom, and a guest event center. Rick, the campsite host, helped me get backed in and asked if I needed any more help. Some pull-throughs. Some sites are a little tight but others really nice. We will definitely come back.
ScoutWhatever person or group of persons designed the campground were clueless as to how to develop a campground. Sites are packed in the most preposterous configuration to have tents, trailers motorhomes all jammed together nearly touching each other with zero privacy. Come for the hikes and views of the gorge but come with the lowest expectations for the campground and you’ll be fine
TravelerMy son, daughter-in-law, and twin grandchildren, and I camped here to watch the full solar eclipse in 2017. We had a beautiful tent site. There was a little playground that the kids really enjoyed and abundant shade at the camping site. Bathrooms were clean, wood for campfires was available, and we had a wonderful time.
ScoutWalk to trail sites, clean bathrooms, sites close together…water and electric at site. Sites are sloped gravel.
ScoutHospitality and attention to detail can't be beat. Rates were very reasonable for the quality of facility and grounds.
TravelerStayed 1 week in site 12. Great small campground, clean and quiet. Jojo was a great host and 5pm happy hour gathering was fun. Will DEFINITELY return. Its a great spot for launching adventures.
ScoutThis park was built several years ago by Millenium Motorcoach Company, and is just an incredible place! The sites are all privately owned, and rentals are managed by the resort, for the owners and renters alike. We have travelled for many years in our motorcoach, and have enjoyed accommodations like this seldom. You just want to stay and never leave!
RangerWe stayed here because it was right between Brevard and Hendersonville. It’s a small park with full hook ups, a picnic table, and a fire ring. A new bath house on site with laundry. The bath house was clean but I went in on arrival and no TP was available at 3PM, so not sure how often they service the bathrooms. We later found out the office is only open a couple days a week, and I’m not even sure which days. I did not see a host sign either so that leaves me to wonder how often also. The majority of the people seem to live there which gives the park a different vibe. No friendly hellos and no one out grilling or around a campfire. The sites were pretty level, and a decent size. No shade to speak of, and there is not much area to actually walk a dog. They have 2 fenced areas that are dog parks that were nice but not terribly large. One day, one tenant put his dog inside the dog area and left him there for a bit to just bark. I’m sure the owner was close by but was not inside the fence area. They advertise that the Ecrusta Trailbis directly behind the park. It is… but it hasn’t been updated yet in the project of making it extremely useable. It has large rocks currently covering the trail and my Labrador was very uncomfortable walking on it. There is an Ingles across the street which was very convenient. And the location is good. If you are looking for a clean convenient stop with full hook ups this will be a great find. But I don’t think we will visit again as we are outdoorsy people
RV campgrounds near Pendleton, South Carolina offer convenient lake access, seasonal amenities, and diverse camping experiences. The area sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains at elevations between 700-900 feet, creating distinct seasonal temperature variations. Summer overnight temperatures typically remain in the 60s-70s, while winter nights regularly drop below freezing.
Fishing access: Tiger Stripes RV Campsites provides a central location for exploring local fishing spots. "Great RV park. Everything you need is right here... Close to downtown Pendleton and Clemson University," notes Kevin H.
Water sports on Lake Hartwell: Big Water Marina & RV Park offers boat rentals directly from your campsite. "Boat rentals are available as well as paddle boards and kayaks," explains Sarah P., who stayed at this lakefront location.
Live entertainment: Many campgrounds feature seasonal activities and performances. One camper at Big Water mentions, "There was a restaurant/bar, playground, Marina, stage with live bands. My kids had so much fun and can't wait to go camping here again."
Direct lake access: The Point at Lake Hartwell has waterfront sites that campers appreciate. Jackie J. reports, "We had our boat, they offer a decent area for boat parking & the boat ramp/dock to access beautiful Lake Hartwell was ok!"
Clean facilities: Many RV parks maintain clean bathhouses and amenities despite high usage. At Crooked Creek RV Park & Marina, one reviewer noted, "Immaculate private bathrooms with sink, toilet & showers. Pool and small playground. Good wifi signal & close to town."
Community activities: Seasonal events bring campers together. At The Point, a camper mentioned, "They had Karaoke & Potluck night while we were there!" These social opportunities enhance longer stays.
Site spacing challenges: Most RV parks in the area have limited space between sites. At Thousand Trails Carolina Landing, Nick E. observed, "Very tight between rigs if you're in a 30'+ rig. Water pressure and hookups have worked great."
Leveling issues: Uneven terrain affects many campsites in the region. One camper at The Point noted, "There are not any concrete pads but you can tell they have tried their best to make the sites level & better accessible by clearing up the area & removing some of the trees."
Seasonal availability: Facilities and amenities change throughout the year. Ian R. reported at Carolina Landing, "We are under a WiFi pole and have good signal and usable internet. It was actually worth paying for. There is a boat launch but, it is hard to get to and down a large, steep incline."
Pool access: Several Pendleton area RV campgrounds have swimming pools, but hours vary seasonally. At Crooked Creek RV Park, Kimberly H. shares, "The pool and playground is great. We will return during the summer months for sure. A golf cart is helpful to have, or bikes."
Playground options: Springwood RV Park and other facilities offer family-friendly amenities despite ambient noise. A camper noted this park has "full hookups, wifi, and while it did not have cable it had excellent reception from a number of local stations."
Noise considerations: Transportation noise affects some campgrounds. Joe P. observed at Springwood, "I've never stayed in an RV park next to a small airport with a train track running through the middle of the park! Fell asleep to the soothing sounds of a locomotive horn punctuated by the plinks of acorns bouncing off the roof."
Road challenges: Navigation requires planning at some Pendleton area RV parks. At Carolina Landing, one RVer cautioned, "When you enter the park make sure you stay to the left of the sign. We made the mistake of going straight our first time at this park and almost lost our 5th wheel at the turn around by the lake."
Site selection for big rigs: Choose carefully if driving a larger rig. At Carolina Landing, Becky P. warned, "If you have a big rig, park somewhere else besides the A section if at all possible," after experiencing difficulties with their fifth wheel's stability.
Mobile connectivity: Cell service varies between parks and carriers. At Crooked Creek, multiple reviews mention acceptable WiFi coverage for basic needs, with one noting it was "close to town" if stronger connections were needed.
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