Top Tent Camping near Union, SC
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Best Tent Sites Near Union, SC (14)
1. Sedalia Campground
4 Reviews•16 Photos•17 SavesSedalia Campground, Sumter National Forest, Enoree Ranger District. Sedalia is a primitive campground that has designated campsites in open areas surrounded by woods. Four single-family campsites and one group site are open year-round, fourteen day stay limit is in effect. Sedalia Campground, Seasonal Campsites; An additional camping loop is open for big game deer and turkey seasons which offers five more single family campsites and two group campsites from $5/night, $50/calendar month, $150/season for single family campsites and $10/night, $100/calendar month, and $300/big game deer season for the group campsites. Seasonal Camping Opportunities
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2. Crowders Mountain State Park
15 Reviews•23 Photos•124 SavesTent camping only - No RV spaces. All campsites at Crowders Mountain State Park are hike-in and primitive. Campground is accessed via a 1 mile trail starting from the visitor center.
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- Reservable
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4. Primitive Camping By the Creek
4 Reviews•5 Photos•61 SavesPrimitive camping by the creek currently has 4 very private camp sites. Fire pits and wood is provided at each site. Picnic tables are also available. We are currently open 7 days a week, 12 months of the year. Each site is primitive and private - no potable water, no toilet system, no electricity (generates are allowed). Each site has a max, of 6 to 8 persons. Pets are allowed but must be on a leash at all times. Campers/small RV's/Vans are allowed, sites are level and drive through. Trash bins are provide at each site. We are located less than a 1/2 mile from Interstate 85, at exit 104. There are gas stations (with showers), convenient stores and restaurants close by. We are within 15 minutes drive to horse, bike, and hiking trails. Kings Mtn State Park, Kings Mtn National Park and Crowders Mtn State Park. If you have any question contact David @ 864-761-6297.
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$30 / night
5. Poulous Loop Seasonal Camp
1 Review•2 SavesPoulous Loop offers a rustic camp setting ideal for exploring the area's hunting opportunities. The surrounding forest environment sustains abundant wildlife populations, making it one of the most desirable hunting areas in the state. During big-game and turkey seasons, the campground is open for hunters. From early January through late March groups can reserve the entire camp for events. Families, churches and clubs might like to reserve the camp for reunions, get togethers and campouts. Other recreation opportunities in the area include trail riding, birding and wildlife viewing, berry picking and photography. Nearby, try your hand at fishing the Broad River at the Woods Ferry Picnic Area. Click here for a printable guide.
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6. Poolus Loop Hunt Camp
Be the first to review!•1 Photo•2 SavesOverview
Poulous Loop Group Campground is located on the Enoree Ranger District of Sumter National Forest. It's location in the piedmont of South Carolina, Chester County, provides year round camping opportunities. t's surrounded by a mixed pine-hardwood forest with an elevation of approximately 400 to 500 feet. Long hot summers and mild winters are the norm for the Enoree Ranger District. Winter temperatures range from low 40's to upper 60's degrees and summer temperatures range from high 80's to high 90's. Popular activities include hunting, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.
Recreation
Poulous Loop offers a rustic primitive camp setting ideal for exploring the surrounding area's hunting and trail riding opportunities. The surrounding forest environment sustains abundant wildlife populations, making it one of the most desirable hunting areas in the state for big-game deer and turkey seasons. Hunting and fishing in South Carolina is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Visit www.dnr.sc.gov for more about the SCDNR. __The Woods Ferry Horse Trail is a 26 mile trail system that parallels the Broad River corridor and meanders in and around upland pine and hardwood drains of the area. The trail is open to horses, hikers and mountain bikers and can be easily accessed by following forest service gravel road 301F to access the trail junction.
Natural Features
Acres of pine-hardwood forest and gently rolling terrain surround Poulous Loop Group Campground. The Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests encompass more than 629,000 acres in four districts throughout South Carolina, from the low country Atlantic Coast to the western foothills along the Georgia border.
Nearby Attractions
Leeds Outdoor Shooting Range, Enoree Ranger District, Sumter National Forest. Leeds Range is accessibleBring your own equipment, target and target holder to target practice from designated shooting tables down range maximum distance 100 yards. Manufactured stationary targets only. There is a user fee for range use. Olde English Tourism District- oldeenglish.com. Find upcoming events, restaurants, artists, farmers markets surrounding the Woods Ferry Recreation Area. Historic Brattonsville- 28 miles
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Recent Tent Reviews In Union
344 Reviews of 14 Union Campgrounds
Davis
Scout
McDowell Nature Preserve
It was very peaceful
My husband and I stayed here for a few days at the beginning of October. It's very quiet and peaceful. What I didn't like was they had no activities like most other camp sites. They do have hiking trials and fishing until 8pm. The staff was friendly and very helpful but they leave at 4pm and you can't check in till 3pm. I guess there's good and bad like with all places.
Carol J.
Guide
Kings Mountain
Disappointing
I recently stayed for 3 nights with my popup in site#10. The site is a good size for a tent or small camper only. Overall we were surprised by the campground based on other reviews . In my opinion The sites are close together, poorly maintained, and most are very small. The Trading Post is nicely stocked, and open all day. The bathrooms near my site were the best part…it was modern, clean and the showers were hot with good pressure. But other than the bathrooms everything felt like it hadn’t been maintained at all. Won’t be coming back.
Raul G.Guide
Lucky Farms Under the Stars
Lucky Farms Under the Stars
Nice little campsite. The host is very communicative. Nice open field with great nestled area for campfires.
Don W.Scout
Primitive Camping By the Creek
Close and secluded
My daughter and I decided to camp at the last minute. This place was close to the interstate but still very secluded. Plenty of firewood and next to a creek. I highly recommend.
- Olivia W.
TravelerMcDowell Nature Preserve
Safe Gated Campground
Campground is guarded by two gates and I saw the police patrol around a few times after hours. The spots are very close to each other but that didn’t bother me. I chose spot D16 which is the only camping spot with a bit of an uphill ramp from the car to the camp spot. The rest lie flat. Didn’t help that I have a tent that attaches to my car so it made that difficult.
tina R.Scout
Springwood RV Park
Great spot
I love it!! There is some helicopters & a train that comes by, if it come while I'm asleep....I don't hear it.
- AAnn B.Guide
KOA Campground Gaffney
Beautiful and Quiet
I love this place, with nice wide sites and many with views of three ponds nestled in the woods. The place was squeaky clean and the bathhouse very well designed. There are fun and funky places to visit nearby. The spring wildflowers are starting to bloom and I remember the scent of honeysuckle everywhere. A great blue heron hangs out at the fishing ponds.
Tracie S.Traveler
Lake Wateree State Park
Our Favorite Getaway
This is one of our favorite spots! We can boat, fish, ride our golf cart, hang out by the fire and just enjoy the moment. It also has wonderful handicap accommodations. Hands down one of our favorites!
- EEmily C.Traveler
Ebenezer Park Campground
Closed for a year
Tried to camp here, but it’s closed for the next year.
- BBryan M.Traveler
Paris Mountain State Park
Beautiful Trailside Site
I did a quick overnight here, as is custom when I travel for work, and it was spectacular. I stayed at Trailside Camp Site #2, which is one of their remote, primitive sites at the North Lake and all I can say is wow. The views were spectacular, and watching the full moon come up over the mountain was something I will never forget.
The site itself was spartan, as is expected in a primitive site but it did have a fire ring and a picnic table. Site 2 is right on the lake, with plenty of dead wood to get a fire going. The hike in is about 2ish miles of moderately difficult trails, with some amazing views along the way, including a walk across the North Lake dam. The hike was well worth it though.
Rachel S.
Ranger
Alston Trailhead
Nice free spot
We enjoyed this free trailhead parking. No bathroom, and the train only woke us up once in the night. Only one other van there with us, so very quiet and peaceful. Lovely walk on the Palmetto trail in the morning. There are also “walk-in” campsites right behind the trailhead signs in the trees.
Andrea H.Scout
Foothills Family Campground
My review.
Foothills was great clean grounds friendly guest great views pleasant atmosphere and privacy when needed I defiantly will be back thanks everyone and staff.
- EElie D.Traveler
Pine Ridge Campground
Relaxing and serene atmosphere.
Excellent management. Clean park.
Logan S.Ranger
Magnolia RV Park & Campground
Very Friendly and Cozy Campground with Plenty to enjoy
The owners and host are amazing at what they do! They’ve planned so much for this campground that our kids have had 5 days of things to do each day. We’ll definitely return and mark this as a favorite campground.
Loretta A.ScoutKings Mountain
Amazing place to stay
My husband and I come out to camp at kings mountain state park often and we love it if we decide to go camping or to go out to walk some trails with our dog this is the place we always come to the park rangers are all nice respectful and the keep the place clean and help to make your stay amazing. They also answer any questions you may have about the park like things to do while you are there and to enjoy your stay.
- Kristi D.
LegendParis Mountain State Park
Scenic campground close to greenvillesce
Scenic campground, quiet, nice people. Free firewood was nice with a donation. Though $38 a night and more than the other state parks surrounding south Carolina such as NC, AL, GA, MS. Bathroom was clean and showers were nice. Level campspots!
@HomegrownRV 😎.RangerMcDowell Nature Preserve
Great visit and campground!
This was a very nice/quiet campground. The sites were spacious and private. The campground itself is very wooded with lots of trees for shade. Our site was also pretty level.
The campground is gated, and you are provided a code at check in. The park also has security and on site most of the time. The only negative is that the place to enter the gate code is on the opposite side from where you pull in, so you do have to get out of your vehicle to enter it each time.
The bathrooms and laundry were very clean during our visit. The playground was a nice addition for our toddler too!
We would definitely stay here again.
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- BBrian B.Guide
Lake Wateree State Park
Nice campground
Nice campground right on the lake. The nicest shower house I have ever seen. This is the standard we base all other campgrounds. Staff and everyone around were super nice
- TTrevor F.Scout
Paris Mountain State Park
Tent site 24
Nice relaxing camping spot. The tent pad on site 24 was kinda small but all the others looked plenty large enough. Was not expecting the campground to be sold out this time of year so I would definitely recommend reserving a spot far in advance. The price was a little expensive but there’s a lot to do in the state park.
- IIsabel B.Scout
Alston Trailhead
Amazing site, minus the train
This site is awesome. The scenery is beautiful and it is super easy to access. You can hear coyotes howling at night.
The only problem is the train. It woke us up at least 4 times last night. You can see the train from your campsite.
Everything else was perfect for us though!
Will C.TravelerAlston Trailhead
Stay at TrailHead
Beautiful place! Unfortunately no space for us to drive our bus to a camp spot but plenty of room in parking lot. Just a nice little spot to stop before hitting the road again.
T. D.TravelerWoodsmoke Family Campground
Overnight Stop
Ok for overnight stop but wouldn't be a travel destination. Most sites seem to be long term or permanent sites. Very close to neighbor site, with fire pit being extremely close. Water, Sewer, Power, WiFi
- ppaulGuide
Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA
Nice short stay
We are full timers and stayed here 2 nights. Although people complain about KOA prices, we use them because we know what to expect. As expected everything was well maintained. Restrooms were spotless. Every employee we encountered was friendly and helpful. I reserved a back in space and when we arrived were told they had upgraded us to a pull through site at no extra charge. Site was large enough for 36' fifth wheel, truck, and our car fit behind rig. We could have fit a couple more vehicles if we had them. In addition there is a fuel station out front. Had to unhook, but their diesel prices were even cheaper than I could get with my Open Roads discount card. Only problem was that it is a bit of a noisy area-ambulances obviously dispatch from right down the road. Some plane noise, but we've had worse. Thank you for providing above what we expect from KOA.
- Addison C.Traveler
Alston Trailhead
Amazing camp site
There are several camp areas, fire pits and picnic tables at the beginning of the trail with a big gravel parking lot
Damon O.Guide
Chester State Park
Favorite State Park in SC
While this is a smaller park, it has a ton to offer. Rv and primitive sites, bathrooms with hot showers, playground for the kiddos, a lake with rental kayaks and paddleboats, and the camp host was super friendly. Easily my favorite state park in SC so far.
- KKevin P.Traveler
Andrew Jackson State Park
Great little campground
Small but well maintain, friendly staffs. Site seem too closed to each others
- MMatthew J.Scout
Croft State Park
Good state park with below average camping
Park is very large and some of the wooded areas have been meticulously cleaned. Lake access from campsite is steep with views significantly affected by trees. Bathhouse is clean and well maintained. Staff is professional and courteous. Site #37 felt significantly sloped to me for our setup.
Guide to Union
Camping near Union, South Carolina, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
What to do:
- Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds, like Dreher Island State Park Campground, provide excellent fishing opportunities. One camper mentioned, "We spent 90% of our time on the lake swimming, paddle-boarding, kayaking, and enjoying one of the best lakes we’ve ever experienced."
- Hiking: Trails are abundant in the area. A visitor at Kings Mountain State Park noted, "Lovely shaded campground. Boat rentals at Lake York. National Military Battlefield nearby."
- Wildlife Watching: Campers at South Mountains State Park Campground enjoyed the natural surroundings, with one saying, "The park is very pretty and the water is nice."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathhouses. A review for Croft State Park Campground stated, "The bathhouse was conveniently located, and it was air-conditioned."
- Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of the park rangers. One camper at Kings Mountain State Park said, "The park rangers are all nice, respectful, and keep the place clean."
- Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Dreher Island State Park Campground offer stunning lake views. A camper remarked, "Absolutely gorgeous sunrise, sunset, and when I was there the moon was full."
What you should know:
- Site Size and Layout: Some campgrounds have smaller sites that can feel cramped. A visitor at Andrew Jackson State Park Campground mentioned, "Sites seem too closed to each other."
- Weather Considerations: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A camper at Dreher Island State Park Campground noted, "If you are camping here with a tent, you’ll want to stake your abode down with as many lines as you quite possibly can."
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have extensive amenities. A review for Kings Mountain State Park pointed out, "The electric and water are in odd spots on each site."
Tips for camping with families:
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and water activities. One camper at Iron City Campground said, "Fun for kids: pool with splash mushroom; playground."
- Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A family at Cane Creek Park enjoyed the convenience of nearby stores, stating, "Target is super nearby for any other last-minute needs."
- Safety First: Ensure the campground has good security. A camper at Cane Creek Park mentioned, "The campground is county-run, so the park ranger regularly patrols, making it feel safe."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Levels: Make sure to choose a level site for easier setup. A review for Croft State Park Campground noted, "Site #37 felt significantly sloped to me for our setup."
- Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups. A camper at Iron City Campground appreciated, "Level lots, nice pool, enclosed dog lot, clean bathhouse."
- Avoid Crowded Sites: Some RVers prefer more privacy. A visitor at Andrew Jackson State Park Campground said, "The campground is well cared for, but the sites are not plentiful or level."
Camping around Union, South Carolina, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!
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