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Pineville, South Carolina provides access to multiple water-oriented campgrounds situated along Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie. The area features a mix of established campgrounds with full hookups like Angels Landing Campground, Bells Marina & Resort, and Santee Lakes KOA. Most camping options in this region cater to RV camping with amenities such as electric hookups, water access, and sewer connections, though several locations also accommodate tent campers and offer cabin rentals. These mixed-use campgrounds typically include boat launches, fishing docks, and water access points, making them popular destinations for anglers and boaters exploring the Santee Cooper lakes system.
The camping season runs year-round in this low-country region, with many campgrounds maintaining full operations throughout all seasons. Summer brings higher humidity and temperatures, making waterfront sites particularly desirable. "The campground was clean and peaceful. Pet friendly. Dogs had a blast on the trails and finding a little hidden beach!" noted one visitor to Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner. Campground access generally requires no special vehicles, as most sites are accessible via paved or well-maintained gravel roads. Cell service is typically available throughout the area, though signal strength may vary at more remote waterfront locations. Most established campgrounds require reservations, which become essential during summer weekends and fishing tournament dates.
Water-based recreation defines the camping experience near Pineville, with fishing being the primary activity. Campgrounds like Blacks Camp, Hills Landing, and Johnston Landing specifically cater to anglers with boat launches, fishing piers, and tackle shops. Campers frequently mention the quality of fishing for catfish, striped bass, and other species in their reviews. Several locations feature restaurants serving fresh catches and local cuisine. Sites with lake views tend to fill quickly during peak seasons. While privacy between campsites receives mixed reviews, with some campers noting closely spaced sites, the natural setting and water access compensate for this limitation. The Palmetto Trail, located approximately five miles from Johnston Landing Campground, offers hiking opportunities through cypress forests where visitors can observe local wildlife including ospreys and herons.
Best Campgrounds near Pineville (78)
1. Angels Landing Campground
"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."
2. Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner
"Short-stay is a beautiful camp right on Lake Moultrie a short distance from Charleston, SC."
"The campsites aren't huge, but you can fish and the scenery is great with the sites right against the lake."
from $21 - $630 / night
Check Availability3. Santee Lakes KOA
"This 25 acre campground is tucked in on the North side of Lake Marion in SC. Great staff friendly and helpful. I'll will be back"
"This is a picturesque campground just across Lake Marion from Santee SC with water views and beautiful sunsets."
4. Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
"There were not too many people camping during our visit, but it could be that not many people want to stand the South Carolina heat! Either way, it made the visit quiet."
"We were at site 46, which is near the entrance and the camp host. Short walk to the bathhouse directly behind."
5. Cedar Cross Campground (Monthly Only)
"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
Check Availability6. Hill's Landing & RV Park
"Out in the country located on a canal! Peaceful and quiet park. Restaurant has amazing food! Highly recommend for fishing!"
from $60 / night
Check Availability7. Bells Marina & Resort
"This lakeside campsite, perfectly nestled on the water, delivered stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere that made our getaway unforgettable."
"I am on the lake and get to kayak or fish whenever I want. Lastly, this is a historical site. It is located in Eutawville."
from $75 - $999 / night
Check Availability8. Johnston Landing Campground & Cabins
9. Taylor's Landing
"My experience with Taylor's Landing was just when the doctor ordered it was everything that I needed quiet great fishing all around I highly recommend it"
10. Harry's Fish Camp
Drive Time
- 55 min from Charleston, SC
- 59 min from Sumter, SC
- 1 hr 8 min from Florence, SC
- 1 hr 34 min from Columbia, SC
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Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner
Bells Marina & Resort
Santee Lakes KOA
Palmetto Shores RV Resort
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Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park
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Recent Reviews near Pineville, SC
513 Reviews of 78 Pineville Campgrounds
Stacey R.
TravelerBuck Hall Recreation Area
Great location for Shrimping
Most 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.
- Stuart K.
LegendTaylor's Landing
Off The Beaten Path
You’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.
Happy Camping!
Natalie T.TravelerMount Pleasant-Charleston KOA
One of the best!
We 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.
Thomas B.
RangerBlack Pearl Farms
Pleasant Farm Stay
Mike 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!
- mmari S.
GuideRemleys Point Public Boat Launch
No overnight here
Beautiful site at boat ramp but singns everywhere no camping no overnight
RennScoutTaw Caw Campground and Marina
Great getaway on the lake
This is a great location, tucked away beautiful serene views and pretty well maintained. Bath house is clean with clean showers. It seems like most of the occupants are long term and everyone including the staff is very friendly. The waters are great for boating, fishing, and swimming. Tons of beautiful birds in this area. The site i got does not have sewage hookup but they can come by and pump out your tanks upon request.
GREGG H.ScoutOutside Inn Campground
Excellent stop for overnight
Staff very friendly. Clean bathroom and showers. Farm animals around property and free eggs when available.
- BBarbara S.Guide
Campground at James Island County Park
Busy but fun!
We stayed here while attending the Highwater Music Festival. We brought our bikes, but it’s not safe to ride out if the campground to the festival or the beach, so we drove them to a spot outside of the grounds and then ride from there.
So much to do inside this campground and park! It was very busy, but we didn’t feel it was too loud - still plenty of opportunity to enjoy nature.
Guide to Pineville
Camping sites near Pineville, South Carolina cluster around Lakes Marion and Moultrie, which form part of the Santee Cooper lakes system with 450 miles of shoreline. The area sits at approximately 75 feet above sea level, with camping options concentrated primarily on the eastern shores where water levels remain consistent year-round. Winter temperatures typically range from 38-60°F, creating favorable conditions for off-season camping when fishing remains productive.
What to do
Fishing from shore or pier: The extensive shorelines at Blacks Camp and Restaurant provide multiple access points for anglers without boats. "Black's Camp is in the heart of the Santee Cooper area of South Carolina and has been around for several decades. It's not a destination for someone looking for the 'camp in the woods' type person, but it is the destination for those wishing to go fishing and hunting," notes camper Myron C.
Kayaking on protected waters: The canal connecting Lakes Marion and Moultrie offers protected paddling routes with less wind than the open lakes. Hill's Landing & RV Park sits directly on this waterway. "Beautiful, clean, friendly and helpful staff! Out in the country located on a canal! Peaceful and quiet park," writes Cathy P.
Hiking the Palmetto Trail: Located approximately 5 miles from Johnston Landing Campground, this trail section features cypress forests and wildlife viewing opportunities. "One of the best hikes in all of South Carolina—the Palmetto Trial is just about 5 miles away, but 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)," shares a visitor.
Bird watching along shorelines: The lake edges host numerous wading birds and raptors. Early mornings provide best viewing conditions, particularly at Cypress View Campground where wooded shorelines meet open water. "We were right on the lake. Easy park to walk and explore," notes Mary G.
What campers like
Water-based recreation options: Santee Lakes KOA provides direct lake access for swimming and boating. "Nice campground on the water. Worth the upgrade to the lake front sites," shares John K. Campsites closest to the water typically fill first, especially during summer weekends.
Spacious waterfront sites: Select campgrounds offer campsites with unobstructed lake views. "We had a beautiful lake front site. Right by the playground. Really nice facilities," Daniel S. reports about Santee Lakes KOA.
On-site food options: Several campgrounds feature restaurants serving local dishes. "We ordered pizza and had it delivered to the campsite! Nice touch!" writes Molly F. about Santee Lakes KOA's convenient dining option.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early mornings and evenings provide best chances to spot local wildlife. "I had a great view of the water and was able to watch wildlife every day, from white herons to bald eagles," notes Francisco W. about his stay at Bells Marina & Resort.
What you should know
Military-only restrictions: Some campgrounds have specific access requirements. "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. about Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner. Always verify eligibility requirements before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Pineville, SC?
What camping is available near Pineville, SC?
According to TheDyrt.com, Pineville, SC offers a wide range of camping options, with 78 campgrounds and RV parks near Pineville, SC and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Pineville, SC?
Which is the most popular campground near Pineville, SC?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Pineville, SC is Angels Landing Campground with a 3.6-star rating from 8 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Pineville, SC?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Pineville, SC?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Pineville, SC.
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