Best Campgrounds near Ridgeville, SC

Ridgeville, South Carolina serves as a hub for diverse camping experiences within easy reach of Charleston's historic attractions. The area features established campgrounds like Givhans Ferry State Park with riverside camping along the Edisto River, and Colleton State Park offering year-round access for tent, RV, and cabin campers. Several campgrounds in the region provide full hookup options while maintaining natural settings with Spanish moss-draped live oaks characteristic of South Carolina's Lowcountry landscape.

Camping availability remains consistent throughout the year at most locations near Ridgeville, with all-season access at major campgrounds including Charleston KOA in nearby Ladson and James Island County Park in Charleston. Summer months bring higher humidity and temperatures, making spring and fall particularly pleasant for outdoor activities. Many campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak seasons and weekends. Cell service varies throughout the region, with better coverage at established campgrounds closer to Charleston. As one camper noted about Colleton State Park, "This was one of the cutest, most well-maintained State Park Campgrounds we've been to. The groundskeeper Larry is the nicest man and was so welcoming from booking to departure."

The proximity to water features prominently in camping experiences around Ridgeville. Several visitors highlighted the appeal of waterfront access, whether along the Edisto River at Givhans Ferry or near Lake Marion at campgrounds further inland. Campers report high satisfaction with James Island County Park, which earned consistent praise for its amenities and natural setting despite being close to urban areas. A visitor described it as a "hidden gem for visiting Charleston" with "spacious, covered with trees, full hookups with 50 amp service" and "a lot of shaded picturesque walking and bike trails." The region balances accessibility to Charleston's attractions with opportunities for nature immersion, making it popular for both weekend getaways and longer stays exploring South Carolina's coastal areas.

Best Camping Sites Near Ridgeville, South Carolina (73)

    1. Givhans Ferry State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Ridgeville, SC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 873-0692

    "It's definitely a small park, and its big draw is its location on the Edisto River, with lovely river-tubing to boot.  We stayed in the tent sites, which have water and electricity at each site."

    "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. "

    2. Charleston KOA

    20 Reviews
    Goose Creek, SC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-5812

    "It is clean and close to shopping and close enough to Charleston which is full of history with lots of touristy things to do."

    "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."

    3. Colleton State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Canadys, SC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 538-8206

    $25 - $45 / night

    "The cell and WiFi worked great for full time remote work and locationally Colleton is about 1 hour between Charleston, Savannah, and Congaree National Park."

    "AC kept us cool in the heat of the summer but we were still close to our friends in tents and campers... nice tree coverage and close (quick drive) to the Edisto river/beach."

    4. Campground at James Island County Park

    61 Reviews
    Folly Beach, SC
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 795-4386

    $38 - $219 / night

    "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."

    5. Edisto River Lodge

    2 Reviews
    Round O, SC
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 557-7403

    $75 - $125 / night

    "At night there is low-level lighting around the site that makes it beautiful. Now, let’s talk about the real surprise—the hot tub. What a find."

    6. Lake Aire RV Park

    19 Reviews
    Johns Island, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 571-1271

    "Santee State Park is a beautiful forested park by the lake."

    "Plenty of trees and grass, a picnic area, a couple of hammocks, and lakes that host a large population of Muscovy ducks. These were fun to watch. They're quite tame and will come right up to you."

    7. Military Park Joint Base Charleston Outdoor Recreation Center

    9 Reviews
    North Charleston, SC
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 963-1672

    $23 / night

    "The campground is located near the golf course and outdoor recreation center, providing close access to golfing, soccer golf, disc golf, a climbing wall, and archery range."

    "The campground is well kept with under 100 slots, it has an adjacent park, tennis and basketball courts. Next to both a frisbee and a nice golf course."

    8. Oak Plantation Campground

    14 Reviews
    Johns Island, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 766-5936

    "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."

    "Close proximity to a lot of fun things to do."

    9. Jolly Acres RV Park & Storage

    2 Reviews
    Harleyville, SC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 563-8303

    10. Tiny Town RV Campground

    2 Reviews
    Round O, SC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (843) 258-9819

    $45 / night

    "Peaceful location surrounded by trees. You can hear the birds chirping and the neighbor's rooster while you sit outside enjoying the morning sun. "

    "It is about 25 minutes off highway 95. Great stop for a 1 nighter on a trip. I would recommend."

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592 Reviews of 73 Ridgeville Campgrounds


  • Casey D.
    Mar. 25, 2026

    Mill Creek Marina and Campground

    Dumphole

    My son and I have a small business and we stayed there for 2 months because we were working in a nearby town. It seemed okay at first. I got there and the coffee pot was full of old coffee and mold. There was sticky dirt and trash under the beds and around the beds and under the nightstands. If you're staying in the cabins or what they call the sweet You might want to take pictures of everything and document everything that is screwed up in there before you even stay because they will try to blame you for it. My son and I do not drink or party we were there for work. There was a outlet behind the headboard in the headboard was just hanging on the wall My son accessed the outlet in order to charge his laptop and phone and remove the headboard which just hangs and forgot to put it back They claim that we broke that and the box springs. The box spring was already broke when we got there. The heat in the back room of the suite was broke I had to bring my own heater. I paid $5,000 for 2 months and we came back for one more day and the lady, or general manager, called me absolutely hostile and irate about the headboard We explained to her that it just hangs on the wall she lied and said we broke it. My mistake was not documenting everything and taking photos in order to show them that it was all messed up when we got there. So if you do decide to stay at this dump hole I would certainly take pictures and document anything that's wrong prior to your stay and make sure that they are fully aware of all of the broken things in there which are numerous. The fridge is a mini fridge and the ice builds up on it to where you can't even use the little freezer thing in it. It's in a nice beautiful location. I thought it was going to be okay for the first two months we were okay with it. We're not the kind of people that complain or bitch or moan about things so I didn't bring any of the mini discrepancies to their attention I thought they didn't they already knew since the pricing was so cheap. I I assumed for that price they were aware of how messed up the place was. There's a restaurant on site. The food is disgusting. Fried garbage basically. They're always out of menu items. If you're waiting for a drink refill or to have your food served you're going to be waiting for a while because the waitresses are always outside smoking cigarettes goofing off. The food is stored in a dirty room underneath the restaurant and I saw mice and roaches running in and out of there. It's a great place if you're an alcoholic and like to drink I guess. It's in a great location. The camp store is only open whenever the general manager feels like it seems like there's hours on the door but they're closed about 85% of the time. I was extremely disappointed when they called me up and treated me like absolute trash. The lady was irate for no reason. We didn't break the box springs we didn't break anything we were staying there one night after we already stayed there for 2 months and we didn't have a problem and now all of a sudden we came back a week later and they're trying to say we broke stuff and told us we can't stay there anymore which really bothered me because I was very respectful and we didn't complain about all the messed up things. People are up late partying all through the weekend so if you're there to work it's not a really good place. Your parking in a mud hole too All in all I'd say avoid this place. There are much better places to stay on lake Marion Mill Creek campground is a garbage dump as far as I'm concerned

  • Paulette H.
    Mar. 23, 2026

    Outside Inn Campground

    Can’t Wait to Return

    What a fantastic campground! Welcoming, spacious level sites, clean modern bath house and the farm animals are adorable. Had a wonderful time!

  • Rhiannon G.
    Mar. 20, 2026

    Santee Lakes KOA

    Cute little camp ground right on the lake

    Super friendly staff, aside from the slant of the ground making it a little difficult no complaints. Loved having clean bathrooms and laundry facilities right on the grounds.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 20, 2026

    Johnston Landing Campground & Cabins

    Nice place

    It’s very nice and peaceful here. It is a bit rustic without a fire ring at each campsite. They do have a central fire ring and kayaks for rent along with a couple of peddle boats.

  • Greg M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 10, 2026

    Hunting Island State Park Campground

    Can’t car camp

    Lady pretty rudely told me I couldn’t camp there because I use a car camping set up instead of a tent.

  • Glen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 10, 2026

    Campground at James Island County Park

    Wow

    This campground is the perfect blend of rustic and modern amenities! Beautiful shade trees, large sites, and full hookups. Shuttles to the beach and downtown Charleston. Perfect!

  • Adam  B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 8, 2026

    Colleton State Park Campground

    Small but well taken care of

    Small campground but it’s nice clean and well taken care of. Bathrooms are very clean and showers are great. You can hear the local roadway nearby but it’s not too bad. Lots of trees and birds singing.

  • Suzanne S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 4, 2026

    FamCamp Joint Base Charleston S.C

    Joint Base Charleston S.C Fam Camp

    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.  You will need to have a Military ID (Active Duty, Retired Military or Veteran) to access the base. It is a great and inexpensive place to camp. The sites all have electric hook up and water, even the tent sites as well as sites with FULL HOOK up. there are showers and laundry facilities, Play ground, tennis courts, Golf Course and Recreation Building with everything you would need to rent incase you forgo something. Staff is friendly and very helpful and welcoming. I recommend going to their web site to see all they have to offer. https://jbcharleston.com/famcamps/.I plan on camping there again!!!

  • The Hoffman Way The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 6, 2026

    The Lakeshore Campground — Santee State Park

    Lakeshore Campground

    The sites are among trees and blown leaves to identify your area. Fairly level. The rangers drive around frequently. My water was missing a knob and a ranger installed one right away.


Guide to Ridgeville

Camping near Ridgeville, South Carolina offers access to diverse landscapes including riverside sites along the Edisto River and forested areas draped with Spanish moss. The region typically maintains mild temperatures in spring and fall, ranging from 60-80°F during these peak camping seasons. Summer brings higher humidity with temperatures often exceeding 90°F, while winter temperatures can drop to the 40s at night.

What to do

Kayaking the Edisto River: Launch from Givhans Ferry State Park where the current helps paddlers navigate downstream. "We rented kayaks and had a great time," notes Jamie W., who recommends planning for transportation back to your starting point since "the currents wIll not let you back up the river."

Geocaching adventures: Several parks in the area maintain geocaching sites for treasure hunters. "There is an easy trail and Geocaching," mentions Tracy F. about Givhans Ferry State Park, making it suitable for beginners and experienced geocachers alike.

Disc golf courses: Oak Plantation Campground offers convenient access to nearby disc golf facilities. The campground's location makes it "very close to Charleston" with "great price" according to G.H., providing an affordable base for accessing multiple disc golf courses within a 30-minute drive.

Fishing opportunities: Multiple ponds and river access points provide fishing spots throughout the area. At Jolly Acres RV Park, Jack M. notes it "does have a fishing pond and the guest are welcome to use it," though some visitors report murky water conditions depending on recent rainfall.

What campers like

Spacious, wooded sites: Colleton State Park Campground receives praise for its natural setting. "Great bathhouses. Very clean! The rangers are SUPER nice! Very helpful!" reports Cheryl H., who appreciates the park's well-maintained facilities and staff.

Riverside camping access: Direct water access ranks high among camper preferences. "Small but nice park on the river," Amy B. says about Givhans Ferry State Park, highlighting how the waterfront location enhances the camping experience.

Clean, updated facilities: James Island County Park maintains consistently clean bathhouses and common areas. "Wonderful park with plenty of amenities!" reports Nick & Allyssa S., who appreciated the bike rentals and outdoor adventure areas even during off-season visits when the water park was closed.

Family-friendly playgrounds: Multiple campgrounds feature well-maintained playground equipment. At Colleton State Park, "paved roadway makes for easy todler biking," according to Michael R., who notes the benefit for families with young children.

What you should know

Highway noise levels: Several campgrounds sit close to major roads, affecting the quiet factor. At Colleton State Park, Michael R. warns the park "is right next to the highway it is off of, which makes car noise very loud," suggesting noise-sensitive campers request sites furthest from roadways.

Cell service variability: Coverage differs significantly between locations. At Tiny Town RV Campground, Lea reports "Our Verizon phones worked fine with 4G, two bars," while at Givhans Ferry, John W. notes "The only issue is no cell service at least for us and we use att and Google fi."

Flooding concerns: Low-lying areas experience drainage issues after rainfall. "If it rains many of the sites flood but drain out fairly quick," explains Michael R. about Colleton State Park, suggesting campers check weather forecasts and select elevated sites when possible.

Ant activity: Multiple campgrounds report ant issues. "Beware of ant piles," warns Taylor D. about Oak Plantation, while Ashley S. at Charleston KOA received advice to "spray for small ants anywhere that the RV touches the ground so the ants won't crawl up and get in our RV."

Tips for camping with families

Playground proximity: Select sites near play areas but not immediately adjacent. At Charleston KOA, one camper stayed at "a deluxe site (C15) with a fire pit, swing, outdoor seating, etc right on the end of a row. This appeared ideal until we saw all the foot traffic that came by."

Water features for kids: Multiple parks offer splash zones or water access. At James Island County Park, Greg S. highlights the "awesome trails, huge playground, water park, fishing, rock climbing walls," noting the park earns "4.7 stars" for families.

Nature exploration opportunities: Look for parks with accessible trails for young explorers. "The tent camping area is awesome and has a great layout," notes Creighton C. about Givhans Ferry State Park, adding there are "several large fields to let the kids run wild."

Wildlife viewing spots: Several parks offer opportunities to observe local species. Roman C. recommends Colleton State Park where the "trail leading off the campgrounds through the woods is very fun, saw a corn snake and found a geocache."

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Lake Aire RV Park offers a mix of level and uneven sites. "Back-in spot was a little tight, but fairly level," reports Lawrence Robert T., who found the campground "better than the pictures" despite initial low expectations.

Tight entry clearance: Several campgrounds have narrow access points requiring careful navigation. At Oak Plantation, Caroline S. notes "if you are coming from US 17 eastbound, you will need to make a left-hand turn into the driveway through heavy traffic congestion."

Full hookup availability: Most campgrounds offer complete utility connections. At Tiny Town RV Campground, Lea notes "All the sites have 20, 30 and 50 amp power, and a water hook up. The plumbing at each site is housed in whiskey barrels which we thought was a clever idea."

Size limitations: Check maximum RV length before booking. At Jolly Acres RV Park, Alesha H. confirms "Our 35 ft rv fit perfect in the spot," but notes "They are dirt/sand sites," important information for RVers concerned about stabilization.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Ridgeville, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Ridgeville, SC offers a wide range of camping options, with 73 campgrounds and RV parks near Ridgeville, SC and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Ridgeville, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ridgeville, SC is Givhans Ferry State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 16 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Ridgeville, SC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Ridgeville, SC.