Cabins, glamping, and RV camping options surround the Union, South Carolina area within a 40-mile radius. The region sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with elevations ranging between 500-700 feet. Union County's camping season runs year-round, with summer temperatures averaging 88°F and winter lows rarely dropping below 30°F.
What to do
Hiking trails nearby: Sedalia Campground offers direct access to the Palmetto Trail for day hiking or backpacking. "If you're a road cyclist this is heaven, and some decent trail riding down to the lakes," notes one camper who appreciates the recreational opportunities around Sedalia Campground.
Water activities: Chester State Park Campground features a small lake with fishing, boat rentals, and paddling opportunities. "There is a paved walkway down to the lake to a sitting area and a dock. You can rent boats, peddle boats, canoes, and kayaks," reports a visitor to Chester State Park Campground.
Disc golf course: Chester State Park offers a championship disc golf course that winds through wooded areas. "Very nice trail along the lake perimeter and Championship Disc golf course," mentions a recent visitor who enjoyed this unique recreational option at Chester State Park.
What campers like
Clean bathhouse facilities: Campers consistently praise the well-maintained bathroom facilities at Pine Ridge Campground. "Beautiful restrooms kept clean and had a combination lock on them," shares a guest at Pine Ridge Campground, highlighting the park's commitment to cleanliness.
Seasonal celebrations: Halloween events are popular at campgrounds in the area. "We went around Halloween and they had trick-or-treating around the park as well as prizes for the best decorated," notes a camper who stayed at Ebenezer Park Campground.
Private camping experience: For those seeking seclusion, Sedalia Campground offers primitive sites away from crowds. "If you want to get away from civilization, this might be the place to camp. However, it is beside a road, but the road is not used very much since it is a national forest road," explains a visitor who appreciated the solitude.
What you should know
Primitive camping challenges: Sedalia Campground provides basic amenities only. "Nice, quiet campground. Has fire pit and access to running water. No picnic tables and has vaulted toilets. But very nice place to get away from stress of life," explains a camper at this rustic site.
Site levelness varies: Some campgrounds in the area have uneven terrain. "Our site was very steep, so took a lot to get level, but it was ok," reports a visitor to Andrew Jackson State Park Campground, noting the challenge but overall positive experience.
Yurt camping Union, South Carolina options: While traditional yurts aren't common, glamping alternatives exist within driving distance. The nearest yurt-style and glamping accommodations require a 30-40 mile drive from Union, with options including canvas tent platforms at WyldStay Greenville and cabin glamping at several parks.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Pine Ridge Campground offers activities specifically designed for children. "Our family had a great time! Lots of stuff for the kids to do! Bath house clean and laundry facility great!" shares a family who enjoyed their stay.
Educational opportunities: Andrew Jackson State Park includes historical exhibits suitable for school-aged children. "We took a walk on the nature trail and it was a nice, short hike and then we looked at the museum and schoolhouse," notes a family who incorporated learning into their camping experience.
Air-conditioned options: For families concerned about summer heat, consider the climate-controlled accommodations at Camp Wilderness Resort. "We spent time in a surprisingly comfortable cozy and AIR CONDITIONED cabin," mentions a camper who appreciated this comfort feature during hot weather.
Tips from RVers
Site selection guidance: When staying at McDowell Nature Preserve, choose sites carefully based on your RV size. "The park is lovely, with lots of trails and nature. Beautiful wooded setting. That said, there aren't many sites for RVs and some are not level - hard to get trailer level even with max leveling blocks," advises an RV owner who stayed at McDowell Nature Preserve.
Full hook-up availability: Ebenezer Park offers complete RV connections including sewer. "We stayed at site 50 and it was completely shaded. They were still under major construction redoing the beach and boat docks. But we still really enjoyed this park. Super close to town to get supplies and dinner," notes a camper who appreciated both the amenities and convenience.
Access considerations: Road conditions within campgrounds can present challenges. "The roads in the campground are dirt, rutted, and steep. I am glad we unhooked our Jeep before navigating our RV to the site," shares an RVer who stayed at Foothills Family Campground, recommending preparation for potentially difficult terrain.
