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Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner offers multiple camping options for pets, including tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and cabins along Lake Moultrie. Dogs enjoy trails where they can explore and find hidden beaches throughout the property. Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Pinopolis feature boat access to Lakes Marion and Moultrie, with most sites providing water and electric hookups for campers traveling with animals. The campground is described as laid back and peaceful with clean and secure grounds, though pet owners should be aware of the geese that leave messes in common areas. Angels Landing Campground, Johnston Landing, and Hill's Landing & RV Park also welcome pets with waterfront accommodations.
Clean bath houses and shower facilities serve most campgrounds in the region, though Angels Landing receives mixed reviews about bathroom conditions. Lake access provides excellent opportunities for dogs to cool off during South Carolina's hot months. Cedar Cross RV Campground offers 15 spacious sites on 8 acres with plenty of room for pets to roam. When camping with dogs in this area, owners should pack extra mosquito repellent as the waterfront locations can attract insects, especially during summer months. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash policies, and the fishing-focused atmosphere means multiple opportunities for walking dogs along shorelines and canal paths while enjoying water activities.
"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
Check Availability"Nice dog park. Had a 30lb propane tank filled at what I would consider a decent price. There were other amenities, but we didn't use them. A little bit of a noisy area, but we've been in worse."
"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."
"Super friendly staff, great location, waterfront camping and I can bring my boat. We had a great time. The problem is all the annual residents don’t follow their own rules."
"Several businesses nearby usually have workers who lunch there regularly. There is a boat launch, and bait and tackle shop adjacent to the restaurant."
"When making reservations at James Island County Park we had modest expectations, but we were going to tour Charleston most of the time, so we decided anything close to the city would be good enough."
"The park does allow pets and has a dog park with a beach; it seems like the pups were having a marvelous time playing chase on the beach.This is a County Park with trails for walking or leisure biking."
from $38 - $219 / night
Check Availability"Out in the country located on a canal! Peaceful and quiet park. Restaurant has amazing food! Highly recommend for fishing!"
from $60 / night
Check Availability"Very nice lake and swimming area. Nice pool, pet friendly."
"No need to drive around and find your spot. Not only that but they bring you the best route to park your RV in your site. They deliver firewood and pizza. The pizza was excellent."
"They even have a dog park that has access to the lake, so your water dogs can take a swim without the worry of alligators!!!"
"Close to mount p shopping. There’s an on site dog park that dogs can swing in the lake as well. There’s also frisbee golf on site."
from $68 - $300 / night
Check Availability"Situated on 8 acres, there is plenty of room for everyone here. Take your boat, go fishing, go hiking, there is SO much to do and explore. Check them out and leave them a review here!"
from $440 / night
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TravelerSuch a gem & so much fun! Farm animals galore! As you pull in, you are greeted by some friendly feathered friends (chickens galore) & and an adorable barn with all the other farm friends. Camp host is the sweetest; she is the icing on the cake!
ScoutVery quiet campground. The campers and staff are all very nice. Will definitely come back!
GuideClose to I95 & I26. Great stopover when passing through. Family owned farm and campground combined. Easy check in. Clean and private bathhouse.
ScoutNo camping signs all over the place and the old sites are now fenced off
GuideMost campers are here to go out shrimping. It’s a beautiful, small campground with level sites, some shade, electric and water hookups and tent sites right along the water. The bathroom could use an update but it was very clean and the shower was roomy and hot enough. A dump station is available. I understand the park will close after shrimp season (mid November..?) for updates. I lucked out on a first come, first serve site for the night. I’d definitely stay here again.
LegendYou’ll find this hidden campground VERY far off the beaten trail (and trust me, this trail is as beaten up a road as you’ll find just about anywhere in South Carolina, so you'll want to drive down the lane here SLOW) on the easternmost side of Lake Marion off Ferguson Landing in southeastern part of the great Palmetto State. Given its direct access to Lake Marion, the place gets high marks for its location, but lower marks for overall upkeep and the basic downtrodden nature of the place. You’ll be impressed by the shallow water access and boat launch here, where you’ll have to maneuver around scores of submerged Cypress trees, which makes for quite the enchanting entry to Lake Marion, which if you weren’t aware, offers up 315 miles of shoreline, spans 110,000 square acres or 174 square miles and is the largest lake in South Carolina.
That said, IMHO Taylor’s Landing could use a serious bit of refurbishment and grooming, including the grounds themselves, which were quite overgrown when we stopped by. There is a general store of sorts on-site that sells sundries, ice and most camping needs as well as providing propane tanks for sale. Overall, this place is built more for the RV’ing crowd, although they do offer a few places for tent campers, but don’t offer much in terms of amenities. There was a communal dog area that was pretty worn down right near the area designated for tent camping, which given that most of the dog owners didn’t take their dogs for a walk, the smell emanating from this area was enough for us to decide not to camp here for the night. The entire CG is wide open without any benefit of shade or privacy between sites, although the perimeter has a nice treeline.
Insider’s tip? Here’s a few: (1) If you are a history buff, then you’ll be lured nearby to discover the Sunken Ghost Town of Ferguson, which was once a Congaree Indian Village, which we could access with our kayaks to explore; (2) There is a sandy beachhead that you’ll discover on one of the few trails you’ll come across here at Taylor’s Landing; (3) From an entertainment standpoint, this CG does offer up some interesting creative options during different times of the year – when we were there during the latter part of October, they offered up a ‘Trail of Terror’ for Halloween; (4) If you want to get your hike on, right nearby is Santee Cooper Nature Trail, which makes for some relative easy-to-modest hiking; (5) There’s nothing out in these parts, so if you want to grab a bite to eat, you’ll need to head back to Eutawville where there’s a few mom & pop joints like Tricia’s Café, Sweatman’s BBQ and Casters at Bells; (6) The fishing dock here is solid and offers great opportunity to reel in largemouth bass, catfish, striped bass, crappie and panfish like bluegill; and (7) The best asset here at Taylor's Landing is the fairly EZ to access boat launch that will have you in Lake Marion in no time flat, whether you have a motorized boat or a simple kayak or canoe.
Overall, Taylor's Landing could be a nice place, just in dire need of some upgrades and overall maintenance.
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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.
RangerMike was proactive wirg communication and extremely easy to work with. Clear instructions and a unique assortment of goodies in the farm store. We enjoyed exploring the land too!
GuideBeautiful site at boat ramp but singns everywhere no camping no overnight
Pinopolis, South Carolina sits at the edge of Lake Moultrie, offering waterfront campsites with varied terrain at elevations ranging from 50 to 100 feet above sea level. The region's mild climate with hot summers and moderate winters makes year-round camping possible, with particularly active fishing seasons during spring and fall. Most campgrounds in the area provide boat access to either Lake Moultrie or Lake Marion via the Diversion Canal that connects them.
Outdoor adventure activities: The campground at James Island County Park features a 50-foot climbing wall, obstacle challenge course, and 1K square foot bouldering wall. "They have a wonderful events planner and almost always something special is happening, whether Halloween parties, golf cart decorating parades, pool party/cookouts, BBQ & covered dish dinners," notes Janet J. about activities at nearby Angels Landing Campground.
Fishing opportunities: The Santee Cooper lakes are known for record-sized catches. "The Santee Cooper area is famous for record sized catfish and other species," writes Myron C. Many sites offer direct lake access and boat launches, making morning fishing trips convenient without long drives.
Water recreation: Beyond fishing, the lakes provide swimming and boating options. "Great for fishing, swimming, camping, RV, and much more. There is a swimming beach and the camp store has boat kayak rental and propane tank refill," explains Thom C. about Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner. Most waterfront campsites have docks or easy shoreline access.
Hiking trails: The Palmetto Trail passes within 5 miles of Johnston Landing Campground. Stuart K. notes this trail is "definitely worth the hike as here you'll be able to witness first hand the sunken giant Cypress trees, amazing bird watching (Ospreys and Herons in particular)." These trails offer easy terrain suitable for all skill levels.
Military connections: Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner provides special accommodations for service members. "This campground is for Active and retired military and other qualified DOD employees. Very quiet and secure great fishing and beautiful sunsets," explains Alan M. Military members should note policies before planning extended stays.
Varied accommodation options: From tent sites to cabins, campgrounds offer multiple lodging types. "I have stayed at here several times over the years. I've done primitive camping as well as staying in the cabins. I really enjoyed the multitude of options when it comes to outdoor activities," shares John N. about his experiences.
Waterfront access: Campers appreciate sites directly on the water. "I really enjoyed staying here. The campsites aren't huge, but you can fish and the scenery is great with the sites right against the lake," writes Matthew S. Most waterfront sites fill quickly during peak season from May through September.
Dining options: Several campgrounds feature on-site restaurants. The Sportsman's Bar & Grill near Johnston Landing Campground serves local fare, while Stuart K. notes Hill's Landing has a "full-service restaurant (great breakfast, but the lunch/dinner menu is basically glorified bar food w/ burgers and wings)."
Seasonal considerations: Summer brings mosquitoes near the water. "They have an awesome dog park with lake," notes Joel R. about James Island County Park. During rainy periods, drainage can be an issue at some sites. "We had 2 days of heavy rain and some sites flooded, but everything drained well," Joel adds.
Military restrictions: Some facilities have specific requirements. "Heads up you must be military to stay here," warns Jenny about Short Stay Navy Outdoor. Similarly, Military Park Joint Base Charleston requires proper identification. "This is a military-only campground on Charleston AFB," Erin S. confirms.
Bathroom facilities: Quality varies significantly between locations. "The bath house needs updating, but most of the campers probably use their own RV bath rooms since I didn't see any tenters," reports Myron C. about Blacks Camp and Restaurant. Check recent reviews for current conditions.
Noise levels: Military bases have distinctive sounds. "You will hear jets taking off and landing with the occasional gun fire from the firing range. Best of all taps and reveille are a mainstay everyday," writes Brian about Joint Base Charleston campground.
Child-friendly activities: Givhans Ferry State Park Campground offers play areas and river access. "Small campground not far from Charleston and very close to Bee City Zoo. This campground has several shelters one with a fireplace at both ends," reports Creighton C. The park includes several large fields where kids can play freely.
Water safety precautions: Lakes Marion and Moultrie have varying shorelines. "There is a boat launch and a marina complete with a gas pump for your fishing boat," explains Myron C. about Blacks Camp. Parents should bring life jackets as rental options may be limited.
Playgrounds and recreation areas: Many campgrounds include dedicated play spaces. "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. But it's much cheaper than staying at a hotel and the campground is run by young adults who have no idea what's what but the place was clean and very family friendly," writes Roma C. about Charleston KOA.
Pet-friendly planning: Animal lovers note that most sites welcome pets but have specific policies. "The tent camping area is awesome and has a great layout with lockable chuck boxes on each site along with power and water," Creighton C. mentions about Givhans Ferry State Park, making it suitable for families camping with dogs.
Site specifications: Cedar Cross RV Campground offers 15 sites on 8 acres. "Your host Tim is ready to welcome you when you book one of their 15 spacious sites. Situated on 8 acres, there is plenty of room for everyone here," notes Ashley F. RVers should confirm site dimensions before booking.
Hookup details: Electric service varies between campgrounds. "The sites are wide, level, paved, and well-spaced," describes Erin S. about Joint Base Charleston. RVers should check whether sites offer 30 or 50 amp service before arrival.
Leveling requirements: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain. "30 foot trailer backed in no issues with plenty of room to pull truck in beside rig. They have some full hookup sites which is what I got," explains John W. about Givhans Ferry State Park Campground. Bringing leveling blocks is recommended.
Long-term stays: Certain locations cater to extended visits. "I absolutely love Short Stay! It is so laid back and peaceful. The only complaint I have is the WIFI. I am staying in the long term camping area and I have no WIFI connection," mentions Carla W. Monthly rates may offer significant discounts for stays over 28 days.
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