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If you're exploring the best boat-in camping in South Carolina, The Dyrt is here to help. You'll be sleeping under the stars and by the water in your own private paradise when you stay at these campsites. Find the best information on boat-in camping in South Carolina, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your camping experience.

South Carolina

The Best Boat-In Camping in South Carolina

If you're out on the water and looking for a place to camp near Simmonsville, we've got you covered. These remote campgrounds offer the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a way you've never experienced. These scenic Simmonsville campsites are perfect for boat-in campers.

Simmonsville

The Best Boat-In Camping Near Simmonsville, South Carolina

Guilliard Lake, an old oxbow off the Santee River, offers ten acres of fishing for a variety of species. Click here for a printable Francis Marion fishing opportunity guide.

Guilliard Lake

## Overview

Buck Hall Recreation Area offers a premier location to enjoy the outdoors. It is situated along the Intracoastal Waterway and provides great access to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, 65,000 acres of marsh, tidal creeks and beaches; and Bulls Bay, the coast's best shrimp baiting area.

## Recreation

The area is primarily used for shrimp baiting and fishing. Anglers can expect a huge variety of fish, including bass, flounder, sea trout, snapper, mackerel, swordfish, crab, shrimp, clams, oysters and more.   
  
The campground provides access to boating and ocean sailing. Fishing boats and often very large pleasure boats can be seen as they travel the popular Intracoastal Waterway.   
  
A long portion of the Palmetto Trail, which leads from the marshes of the ocean to the mountains of South Carolina, is accessible from the recreation area. Most of the trail is unpaved and can be used for hiking, biking or horseback riding, although a few sections are restricted to foot traffic only.

## Facilities

The recreation area boasts a large picnic area and multiple campsites for tent and RV camping. Full hookups are available. Each site is equipped with a table, lantern post and campfire ring with grill.   
  
Accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. The picnic area is equipped with tables, grills, an accessible walkway and fish cleaning stations. A lighted parking area and boat ramp are on-site.

## Natural Features

The popular campground sits at sea level, alongside the Intracoastal Waterway. It is part of the Francis Marion National Forest in South Carolina. The campground itself is grassy and open, with very few trees and limited shade. 

## Nearby Attractions

Charleston, South Carolina is about 30 miles southwest of the campground.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Reservation Fees**

In addition to camping fees a **non-refundable** reservation fee of $8.00 for telephone bookings and $6.00 for website bookings applies. 

**Cancellation Fees**

Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee in addition to the non-refundable reservation fee.

**Late Cancellations**

A cancellation the day before or on the day of arrival incurs a $10.00 cancellation fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation will apply. Non-refundable reservation fees still apply.

Buck Hall Recreation Area

Status of Recreation sites after government shutdown: All sites are open with the exception of the following: Buck Hall Campground - closed while work is still underway on the water system. Reservations have been canceled through Feb. 7 in anticipation to re-open Wambaw Cycle Trail - closed until the trail can be assessed for hazards. Anticipate opening later this week. Boggy Head Rifle Range - closed. The site was used and abused heavily during the shutdown. Users ignored the site inappropriately and left trash. It is closed until the site can be thoroughly cleaned. Note: Please mark your calendar for Sat., Feb. 2 for the annual Francis Marion National Forest annual cleanup. If you would like to volunteer meet at the Huger Recreation Area at 9 a.m. For more information please contact the Francis Marion Ranger District at 843-336-2200. 2019 Recreation Fee Increases News Release Q & A's

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The Best Camping Near Columbia, South Carolina

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The Best Camping Near Charleston, South Carolina

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The Best Camping Near North Charleston, South Carolina

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The Best Camping Near Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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The Best Camping Near Orangeburg, South Carolina

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The Best Camping Near Rock Hill, South Carolina

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The Best Camping Near Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests, South Carolina

The expansive Congaree National Park in South Carolina has some of the best camping in the state. Near the state capital of Columbia, the 26,276-acre park has campsites with activities to excite everyone. Camping by the Congaree and Wateree Rivers gives campers access to rafting, kayaking, and fishing. Depending on the time of your trip, you may get to see the manatee swimming in the river. Bring a tent and stay in the backcountry near the stand of historic hardwood trees that are some of the tallest in eastern North America. RV campers can also find campgrounds accommodating their larger vehicles.

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