5 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Cabins near Sullivan's Island provide varying levels of comfort and amenities across several campgrounds. James Island County Park offers cabin accommodations with full utilities, picnic tables, and fire rings in a wooded setting. Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA features camping cabins with electricity and nearby bathroom facilities. "We stayed in the camping cabins and loved them! The bathroom was super clean, the sites were very nice and the waterway and amenities were really awesome!" Most cabins include air conditioning, essential furniture, and access to shared shower facilities. Edisto Beach State Park Campground, though farther from Sullivan's Island, provides cabin rentals with more privacy and proximity to beach access.
Options range from rustic and deluxe cabins, depending on the location. Basic cabins typically feature beds, minimal furniture, and electricity but may lack private bathrooms. Deluxe cabins, particularly at KOA locations, often include more amenities such as swings, concrete pads, and brick fire pits. Reservations are essential, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. A visitor commented, "We paid a little extra for a deluxe site with full hookups and a lake view. The deluxe site also had a concrete pad, brick fire pit, and a swing." Most campgrounds with cabins are pet-friendly, though specific policies vary by location and cabin type.
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations - some offer only outdoor cooking options while others provide basic indoor kitchenettes. The Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA maintains a well-stocked camp store for forgotten essentials. Edisto Beach State Park campers benefit from a grocery store located at the park entrance. As described in feedback on The Dyrt, "The grocery store is right at the entrance of the park for all your necessities." Cabin guests should check specific amenity lists when booking as furnishing levels differ substantially between basic and deluxe options. Firewood is typically available for purchase at most cabin locations.
"This RV Campground is basically the expanse of 2 lateral football fields with an east and west side, dissected on the east side by 3 simple short lanes and a restroom / shower / laundry facility located"
"Perfectly situated near folly beach! Awesome trails. Pet friendly ,great fishing. Clean restrooms."
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from $43 - $269 / night
"We stayed in the camping cabins and loved them! The bathroom was super clean, the sites were very nice and the waterway and amenities were really awesome!"
"They offer bike rental, along with kayak/paddle boat rentals. There’s a great dog park our pups loved. We paid a little extra for a deluxe site with full hookups and a lake view."
from $68 - $300 / night
"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."
"Clean bathrooms, showers. Quiet park, we had a water, electric site. Two dump stations, laundry. Family owned and ran. Nothing fancy but great location for the price."
"Sites are wooded and private. They all have picnic tables and fire rings. Some of them are beachside, others are Marshside but they are all pretty wooded and private."
"It is very private and secluded, but right around the corner from the beach."
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"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."
"It is clean and close to shopping and close enough to Charleston which is full of history with lots of touristy things to do."
"IF you meet the qualifications to stay (military affiliated), this is REALLY close to the Navy Nuke School!"
"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. "
"All rustic sites are car friendly but you must keep car on paved area. You have great and easy car access to some nice and easy ocean and marsh trails."
"Lined with spikey palmetto trees, towering long leaf pines, and live oak dripping with Spanish moss, the biking and walking trails makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a tropical paradise."
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"Its right on the trail, it also allows for you to drive right up to the campground and park your car, set up camp and then head out for a hike."
"My buddies and drove our trucks off the normal road to find ultimate privacy. We didn’t stay on a set camp ground, with no cell service and no one bothering us we got to simply relax."
"We spent a lovely weekend at Givhans State Park. It's definitely a small park, and its big draw is its location on the Edisto River, with lovely river-tubing to boot. "
"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. "
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GuideWe love the Live oaks campground in Edisto Beach State Park. Level sites with plenty of privacy. We are in site 120 this trip and we have stayed in sites 118 and 122 on previous trips. these sites back onto the salt marsh which gives you some incredible scenery just behind the site
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.
GuideWe 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.
LegendIf you're looking for a rustic RV depot on the water's edge with limited amenities, but an absolutely pristine view of Lake Marion, Harry's Fish Camp is a great spot, as long as your expectations are managed, as this is more of an outdoor fishing paradise than it is a polished RV resort. So if your idea of the perfect camping trip starts with launching the boat before sunrise, spending the day chasing trophy catfish and striped bass on the legendary Lake Marion and returning to camp for a fresh seafood dinner overlooking the water, you'll feel right at home. Tucked away in the quiet community of Pineville, Harry's is one of those classic Santee Cooper fish camps that has earned its reputation through generations of anglers rather than flashy marketing. The atmosphere is relaxed, authentic and refreshingly unpretentious.
The campground caters to both RV campers and anglers, offering full-hookup RV sites, bathhouse facilities, showers, laundry, a dump station and pet-friendly accommodations. The real stars, however, are the waterfront amenities: two boat ramps, four fishing piers, a fish-cleaning station with running water and electricity, a well-stocked tackle shop and convenient boat storage. There's also a sandy swimming beach nearby with a designated swimming area for families looking to cool off after a day on the water. While the campground isn't luxurious, it delivers exactly what its guests come for: easy access to some of the best freshwater fishing in the Southeast.
Harry's location places you in the heart of the famed Santee Cooper lake system, encompassing more than 170,000 acres of world-class fishing and boating opportunities. Whether you're targeting largemouth bass, catfish, crappie or striped bass, you're launching directly into one of the country's premier freshwater fisheries. Birdwatchers and paddlers will also appreciate the surrounding cypress swamps and quiet backwaters. If you need supplies, Billy's General Store is just a short drive away for fuel, groceries and last-minute essentials, while Harry's own restaurant is well known locally for its fried catfish and traditional Southern cooking.
Insider's tips? Here's a handful: (1) Arrive early if you're planning to launch a boat during peak fishing weekends as this place turns into a 'traffic jam' on the water from 8am onwards; (2) If available, request one of the waterfront campsites for easy access to the marina and beautiful sunrise views; (3) Bring plenty of bug spray during the warmer months as mosquitoes can be incredibly active around the marshes; (4) Don't leave without trying the fried catfish dinner at Harry's restaurant ... trust me, it's part of the whole experience while staying here; (5) If you're bringing your own boat, take advantage of the on-site fish-cleaning station before heading home; and (6) If you're visiting for several days, consider hiring one of the area's experienced fishing guides to learn the seasonal patterns of the Santee Cooper lakes.
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GuideThis is our absolute favorite campsite of all time! It is very private and secluded, but right around the corner from the beach. It is for tents and small campers only, as we barely had enough room to get our pop up backed up in the site with the truck. The site slopes up, evens out, and then slopes right back down to the fire ring and picnic table. Our pop up is a 10-foot box and it was just enough room to get it on the level spot without sloping one way or the other. It was also just wide enough for our awning to be set out with a little room to walk around. Once situated, there is plenty of room at the picnic table and fire ring to sit around and park bikes, etc.
There is plenty of shade and you can hear the waves crashing on the beach. The site also has water and electric hookups, but we try to bring our own water since you can still taste the salt. It is so relaxing!
This is on the Beach Campground and the only problem we noticed it is that the outdoor shower for washing off sand from the beach has low visibility because it is on the road side of the bathhouse and not the beach side. The result is people clogging up the showers with sand because they don't even see the outdoor shower in some cases.
The park has some amazing nature trails to bike and hike as well as a nice educational nature center.
We always enjoy our stay here and will definitely continue to book here as long as we can.
GuideThere are actually TWO bases here - the air base and the weapons station. We stayed at the air base but also visited the weapons station for some recreation.
Air base: close to downtown Charleston; great price for the amenities provided ($45 per night for full hookups - electric, water, and sewer); power/water pedestal was nice; shower and laundry facilities on site; all sites fairly level and mostly shady; playground, sand volleyball, golf, and indoor climbing wall within walking distance; beautiful trees, etc. All the normal base amenities, including bowling alley (check out galactic bowling if you have kids).
Staff was helpful. Camp host was… vigilant, but not super considerate with his leaf blowing pollen plumes around breakfasters.
Did not have pool. Fine.
DOES NOT HAVE FIRE RINGS. Or a grill. That was a disappointment. You can BRING a fire ring. But of course no open burning.
Also, the sites are a smidge close together. But not overly so. Ask for a perimeter site and not a middle pull through if you're looking for a little extra green space between. (Not sure if they'll honor that or not.)
The weapons station also has an RV park. (Forgot to look and see if they have fire rings.) If you are a trail runner or hiker or similar, this is the one you want to go to. There's an excellent trail system right off the RV park. The air base did not. They have plenty of sidewalks to run but no trails. However, if you're there to see Charleston, you want to stay at the air base. The weapons station is further away from downtown.
As other reviewers have said, these options are both on military bases and require an ID to access.
TravelerWe stayed here for a week to attend a wedding. The place was well kept, nice and clean. Lots of walking areas and pet spots.
Super close to everything you could ever need, but deep enough into the woods to feel that break away from the noise of the road.
ScoutIt’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.
GuideLady pretty rudely told me I couldn’t camp there because I use a car camping set up instead of a tent.
Cabin camping near Sullivan's Island, South Carolina provides convenient access to both coastal attractions and wooded settings. The area experiences a humid subtropical climate with summer temperatures often reaching 90°F with high humidity, while winters remain mild. Seasonal considerations impact cabin availability, with hurricane season (June-November) requiring advance planning and flexible cancellation policies.
Explore waterfront activities: At Mount Pleasant-Charleston KOA, visitors can enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing on the lake. "They offer kayak and bike rentals. There's a beautiful lake that allows catch and release fishing. Some tent sites and cabin sites are right along the water and offer nice views," notes Carlyne F.
Visit local plantations: The Mount Pleasant area provides opportunities to explore historical plantations near cabin accommodations. "They also had a free wagon ride to a nearby plantation a couple of times a week. We actually missed it but would really like to take the time to do it if we ever get back," shares Ashley W.
Utilize hiking trails: Cabins at James Island County Park offer direct access to multiple walking paths. "There is a one mile loop trail through the woods and along the lake," mentions a Mount Pleasant KOA visitor, while at James Island, "5+ miles of paved paths offering hiking/biking bliss" are available according to Stuart K.
Easy beach access: Edisto Beach State Park Campground cabins provide straightforward ocean access. "We had a magical time at Edisto. The Beach campground was just steps from the ocean. Opt for sites 1-12 or 50-75. Shelling was incredible-especially if you walk towards the inlet around low tide," explains Katie F.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathroom and shower facilities across campgrounds. "Bathrooms are heated/cooled and Very clean. Ranger Larry very knowledgeable and always willing to help. Has treats for the pups," writes PattyD T. about Colleton State Park Campground.
Family activities: Cabin locations typically feature family-oriented amenities. "Very nice park with plenty of amenities! We stayed here in October when the water park/pool was closed, but there was still plenty to do with bike rentals and the outdoor adventure area," notes Nick & Allyssa S. about James Island County Park.
Seasonal reservations: Summer cabin bookings often fill months in advance, particularly at waterfront locations. "We stayed here for a week in the summer and loved it. Our site was very close to the lake and we had a great view. We were also right beside the pool and playground area so it was convenient to walk over," explains Ashley W.
Varying cabin quality: Not all cabins maintain the same standards across parks. "Now I will say I would not recommend the cabins. They are not clean or updated. Which is a shame because they could be really cool. But this review is for the location where you have your RV," advises Wendolyn P.
Grocery access: Most cabin areas provide nearby shopping options. "There is a one mile loop trail through the woods and along the lake. There are waste bags scattered throughout the park and a huge dog park. The store has everything you may have forgotten!" notes Carlyne F. about Mount Pleasant KOA.
Dog-friendly locations: Most cabin areas welcome pets with specific policies. "This campground is for Active and retired military and other qualified DOD employees. Very quiet and secure great fishing and beautiful sunsets," mentions Alan M. about Short Stay Navy Outdoor Moncks Corner, which allows pets and offers cabin accommodations.
Playground proximity: Request cabins near play areas when booking with children. "There's a nice walking/biking path around the campground and downtown Charleston and Isle of Palms beaches were both close by," notes Crystal C. about Mount Pleasant KOA, while Chrissy R. adds James Island has a "Great play area for kids during the day also with a spray play."
Activity planning: Organize daily activities based on location. "Pretty fantastic place for families. Awesome trails, huge playground, water park, fishing, rock climbing walls, and very close to folly Beach, which is gorgeous," shares Greg S., highlighting the diverse options at James Island County Park.
Leveling challenges: Some sites with cabins nearby may present leveling difficulties. "Our site had a concrete pad but the concrete pad was broken up into large pieces of concrete which makes it hard to level," warns Caroline S. about Oak Plantation Campground.
Traffic considerations: Several campgrounds near Sullivan's Island experience challenging traffic patterns. "The road in front of campground is extremely busy (Hwy 17) and I wouldn't attempt ever turning left to get out. Just take a right and another right behind campground to get you out. It may take longer but worth your sanity," advises Joan.
Utilities limitations: Electric service varies between cabin areas. "We paid a little extra for a deluxe site with full hookups and a lake view," notes a visitor to a nearby campground, highlighting the importance of confirming exact hookup capabilities when booking cabin accommodations.
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