Top Tent Camping near Timmonsville, SC

Looking for the best options for tent camping near Timmonsville? You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. Each tent site offers quick access to one or more of Timmonsville, South Carolina's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Timmonsville, SC (1)

    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping

    1. Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge, Permitted Camping

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    Camping is restricted to youth organizations involved in outdoor skills development or learning. A Special Use Permit is required. Each group/organization will complete a service project determined by the refuge manager or provide a copy of research/species list of the organization is a class group. A fire ring is provided, however if the refuge is under fire danger/drought conditions, open fires will be prohibited. Any other recreational group or research activity not specifically mentioned above may require a Special Use Permit. Please contact the refuge manager for more information or to apply for a Special Use Permit. Email us at carolinasandhills@fws.gov. All provisions of Title 50 Code of Federal Regulations apply.

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Recent Tent Reviews In Timmonsville

123 Reviews of 1 Timmonsville Campgrounds


  • The Longs ..The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pitts Landing
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Pitts Landing

    Popular with the locals.

    We made our way here just before Hurricane Milton hit Florida and stayed a week right next to the river. Very busy during the day with local fishermen. There's a lot of garage spread out, we cleaned up our area the best we could. Close to a busy highway but it didn't bother us. The river is gorgeous and we spent a good amount of our time here kayaking.

  • Tami K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pitts Landing
    Jun. 19, 2024

    Pitts Landing

    Secluded Gem

    This was a nice spot with flat, river front dispersed sites for tents or boondocking. It was easy to discern the campsites and had an open parking lot. There were a few sites that are not safe to drive to because of very loose sand. It is safer to park and explore on foot before driving up to those sites.

  • Jamie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pee Dee State Park
    May. 29, 2024

    Little Pee Dee State Park

    Nice little park

    We really enjoy this little state park. It’s small, quiet, and clean. We use it all the time to “test” new camping gear and setups before we travel further from home on longer trips.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park
    May. 11, 2024

    Poinsett State Park

    Great camp site!

    We stayed here for our son’s first birthday, in campsite 30! It was beautiful and we felt like we had plenty of privacy. Our site had a trail attached to the back of it which was really nice for hiking and it was perfect distance from the bathroom! On the topic of the bathroom, the toilets were CLEAN! And I mean we were there for 24 hours and the bathroom was cleaned at least twice. Really nice, they might look a little scary on the outside though but don’t mind that any bit.

    For people that love hammocks, site 29 (right next to ours) has a bunch of perfect hammock trees. If we go again we will try to stay in that spot! Great place to stay.

  • Chris F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pedro's Campground at South of the Border
    Apr. 20, 2024

    Pedro's Campground at South of the Border

    Great stopping point!

    and recharge before continuing on your journey. The view from this spot is breathtaking, with rolling hills and a clear blue sky stretching out before you. Take a moment to appreciate the beauty of nature and the peacefulness of this place. Whether you are traveling alone or with loved ones, this is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. So take a deep breath, soak in the surroundings, and enjoy this moment of tranquility before hitting the road again.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Florence RV Park
    Jan. 25, 2024

    Florence RV Park

    Great for traveling

    Great for a pull through spot right off I-95 while traveling! Campground is beautiful and clean, with a pond, park, large laundry room, and easy access dump station. Staff was very friendly and got me a spot right away for a good price. There are spots for every size camper. Only downside is it gets a bit messy/ muddy if it’s raining.

  • Victoria F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Country Lane
    Oct. 23, 2023

    Country Lane

    Family friendly!

    I am the owner of this property and we adore it here! Come meet our family, sit by the fire, enjoy a nice quiet time with lots of space for your kids or furbabies to run! We are fenced in on all sides and surrounded by woods! There is a public landfill 1/2 mile away and there is a Dollar General 1/2 mile away!

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Country Lane
    Oct. 13, 2023

    Country Lane

    Local Convenient Overnight Spot

    Jake from the Dyrt here! Country Lane is a great local spot with a convenient location for an overnight stay.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • Mark B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from RV's Acres (he's the dog)
    Jun. 27, 2023

    RV's Acres (he's the dog)

    A little off the beaten path, but well worth the effort.

    Several 30amp sites with on-site water & plenty of space for more dispersed type off-grid camping.  I've been staying here for 3 or 4 years and every time it's been a very pleasant experience.  The last time I was here (4 days ago) 2 does & a fawn came lopping /walking through the property. There is a beautiful private pond on property and the owner does allow catch/release.

    In summary, I highly recommend this campground. It's well worth the short drive off the Interstate.

    RV - the owner prefers chicken jerky treats broken up very small.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bass Lake Campground
    Jun. 12, 2023

    Bass Lake Campground

    Great camping

    I stayed here for 5 weeks while renovating my motorhome. It is a very clean and well run facility. Bath hi puse is immaculate as is thee campground. There are no activities but there is a very scenic small lake with walking paths. Great location near restaurants and a small town . Very nice people here!

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lynches River County Park
    Mar. 8, 2023

    Lynches River County Park

    Relaxing stop along our route

    What a gem of a little campground. Stopped here 2 nights driving from NC to LA. I was the only person here those 2 nights. This place feels off grid with the convenience of hookups. Despite being small, it was very clean, everything worked as expected. Archery range, trails, nature center. Would come back here just to stay!

    Decent cell coverage. I stayed in site 1, there was a big clearing where I dropped the starlink - had great connection the entire visit.

  • Matt C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cheraw State Park
    Dec. 4, 2022

    Cheraw State Park

    Amazing Campground

    This may be the best campground I have visited. Very quiet and the views are amazing!

  • M J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Pee Dee State Park
    Oct. 24, 2022

    Little Pee Dee State Park

    Quiet and Peaceful

    Rangers and hosts are wonderful at this SC State Park. Serene setting on a lake, nice sized campsites. I stayed in campsite 11 which I was somewhat difficult to get get into so definitely only for smaller rigs, the other thing is you might now want to take campsite # 12 if they offer, the water, electric and sewer hookups for 11 are basically in campsite 12 front yard. I was here over two weeks and enjoyed

  • Mark C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lee State Park
    Jul. 9, 2022

    Lee State Park

    Kinda buggy

    Lots of sand and gnats and deerflys too. That’s the bad. About half the sites have full hookup some very large sites. Whole campground very wooded ( no Starlink here). About 3 bars cell with Verizon. Pretty neat campground with lots of history. The bugs are seasonal.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Lee State Park
    Jun. 5, 2022

    Lee State Park

    Nice and quite

    Was a nice experience. Quite and friendly neighbors. Sites were gravel and level. Bath house were clean and well maintained. Enjoyed my stay.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Cheraw State Park
    May. 21, 2022

    Cheraw State Park

    Peaceful and uncrowded

    We recently returned from 5 days tent camping at Cheraw. We chose site #8 that was directly on the lake and offered electricity and water. These sites are obviously designed for RV’s with little or no space for tent campers. Although there is a designated tent area, it is back in the woods and not lakefront.

    The minimal room we had was fortunately on the lake shore with wonderful shade trees.  The space was not level and contained some unfriendly exposed tree roots. Fortunately we had an inflatable air bed and the roots weren’t much of a problem. 

    Lake Juniper is quite small and swimming is allowed in a designated area on the far side of the lake. We had inflatable rafts and tied our floats to a tree in front of our site , highly aware that a spillway not too far from our site would prove quite dangerous if one went too close then pulled over.

    The small office on the opposite side of the lake offers ice and wood as well as ice cream, candy etc to satisfy any junk food craving. 10 minutes from the park is an IGA. It offers the basics and a little further out is a Walmart with groceries.

    The bathhouse is currently “ under construction” although we saw no work being done during our stay. One half of the bathhouse had been designated unisex with three locking stalls and curtained showers. There is an interior lock if you choose to have the entire bathhouse all to yourself. I grew up in a family of eight and have no problem sharing a bathroom. The bathhouse has obviously seen a great deal of traffic, is quite dated and poorly ventilated. Hopefully the bathhouse will receive its update soon.  

    The campground host was quite helpful and an all around nice guy. We chatted a bit and he has a very interesting background.

    We would return to Cheraw and confidently reserve #7 or #8 for tents. There are most likely other suitable sites there that escaped my notice.

  • ithnkthere4 I.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dillon Bass Lake
    Apr. 1, 2022

    Dillon Bass Lake

    Fun Intro To Full Time RVing

    We were in Dillon for about three months, and loved the people running this place. The owner was super nice, helped us a few times.

    We spent a lot of time chatting with multiple people that worked here about full timing, and they were a huge help.

    They're constantly working on new things and that's awesome, we got new tables/benches and some other neat things for the campground while we were there. Sadly we missed the new dog park being built!

    Only complaint is the massive road noise. However, the owner says they're working on something to block that noise out this year via shrubbery or walls.

    The surrounding town is surprisingly good for food, not so much for entertainment. Unless you love fireworks. I've never seen so many firework places in my life!

  • Hannah W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Poinsett State Park
    Mar. 11, 2022

    Poinsett State Park

    Great stay!

    Stayed here for a few nights with a friend for spring break. The staff were very friendly and answered all the questions that we had. We were tent camping and the campsite was perfect! Had a picnic table, fire ring, plenty of space to pull the car in, level ground for the tent, and trees for hammocking. The bathroom facilities were very clean, and were right by the campsites. In terms of activities, there are plenty of hiking trails and a beautiful lake right in front of the visitor center. We rented a paddleboat and got to see some wildlife on the water (cranes, turtles, and even a couple little gators). Overall, this was a perfect state park, great for a quiet getaway.

    (Side note: the bugs were practically nonexistent in March when we visited, but we were told that they can get bad in the summer months)

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Swamp Fox Campground
    Feb. 25, 2022

    Swamp Fox Campground

    Swamp is a great discription

    Stopped here last year on the way back north from Florida. It was raining and our spot was a mud bog. Drainage was terrible in the park with many spots underwater.

  • l
    Camper-submitted photo from Pedro's Campground at South of the Border
    Feb. 22, 2022

    Pedro's Campground at South of the Border

    Great

    Really nice campground. A lot of pull thru sites. With table, electric, water, sewer. Low lights, garbage cans. There's a BMX training facility camp at the back. Dog friendly 2 playground. One rusty and the other newer. 3 Bath houses with laundry and area is fenced in. Security patrols. Close to everything

  • Brandon G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cheraw State Park
    Feb. 13, 2022

    Cheraw State Park

    Worth a stay

    Cheraw state Park was an overall good camping experience. We stayed in the tent camping area, which was well kept. My only complaint is that the sites are somewhat close together, but it's not a huge deal. Park is well kept and the sights are worth seeing. Plenty of trails to walk down, with a boardwalk that covers the side of lake juniper.

  • Rino S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cheraw State Park
    Feb. 6, 2022

    Cheraw State Park

    Excellent campground

    Stopped on our way back from Florida. Lots a little uneven, but it's a small price to pay for lakefront sites with water and electric. The campground host was very helpful too. Mountain biking and fishing was a blast



Guide to Timmonsville

Camping near Timmonsville, South Carolina, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From peaceful lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful setting at Poinsett State Park Campground. One review states, "The campground is small and quiet."
  • Clean Facilities: Campers at Lake Wateree State Park Campground rave about the cleanliness, with one saying, "The nicest shower house I have ever seen."
  • Spacious Sites: Reviewers enjoy the roomy sites at Hideaway RV Park. A visitor mentioned, "Roads are wide and sites spacious and level."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park, have minimal facilities. A camper pointed out, "No electricity, but there’s LTE connection."
  • Bug Season: Be prepared for bugs, especially at Lee State Park Campground. One review mentions, "Lots of sand and gnats and deerflies too."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Popular spots like Santee Lakes KOA can get busy. A camper noted, "Very crowded and was a one night stop for many many RVs!!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Poinsett State Park Campground, which has trails and a nearby lake. One family shared, "Site has good trees for a hammock and near a path down to the lake for fishing/picnic/swimming."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games and outdoor toys. A reviewer at Cypress View Campground — Santee State Park mentioned, "Not all sites have a water view, but most appeared fairly level."
  • Check Bathroom Facilities: Make sure the campground has clean restrooms. A camper at Cheraw State Park Campground noted, "The bathrooms are very clean."

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites like Santee Lakes KOA. One RV traveler said, "We did not even have to bring out our leveling blocks."
  • Check for Hookups: Ensure your campground has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Hideaway RV Park mentioned, "Internet, cable, and cell phone service all good."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Roads: Some campgrounds may have narrow roads. A camper at Lake Wateree State Park Campground warned, "Roads were really heavy with potholes, so not the friendliest for RVs."

Camping near Timmonsville, South Carolina, has a lot to offer, whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a fun family adventure.

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