Best Camping near Winnsboro, SC

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Best Camping Sites Near Winnsboro, SC (61)

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    1. Dreher Island State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
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    296 Saves
    Chapin, South Carolina
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    2. Sesquicentennial State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    75 Photos
    120 Saves
    State Park, South Carolina

    Camping Information: Each site is packed sand and has individual water and 30 amp electrical hookups. 17 sites accommodate RV's up to 35 feet, others up to 30 feet. 14 sites are pull through. The campground is convenient to restroom facilities with hot showers. Nine sites are newly-improved. Amenities include: a large, level parking area, a campfire ring with grill and a lantern hook. Four sites are equipped with tent pads. These pads provide a sand surface and can accommodate tents up to 10 x 10 ft. Loop 1 is closed seasonally. Loop 2 is open year round. Primitive Group Area: A primitive group camping area is ideal for organized groups up to 50 people. (An organized group is defined as a group that holds regular meetings and has a lead officer or elected/appointed officials.) Central water is available. Walking distant to restrooms. Showers not available. Reservations are accepted. To make a primitive group camping reservation, contact the park directly. Minimum rate is $11-13.50 which allows up to 10 campers. The rate increases by $5-6.25 increments for each additional five campers up to a total of fifty campers.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Andrew Jackson State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    37 Photos
    52 Saves
    Lancaster, South Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $40 - $50 / night

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    6. Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    28 Reviews
    100 Photos
    2 Saves
    Gadsden, South Carolina

    Overview

    This campground is located just off the park entrance road, approximately __ mile before the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, in a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest. This campground is located at a higher elevation than the floodplain and is not subject to the flooding events that occur regularly in other parts of the park.__

    Recreation

    Campers with reservations at the Longleaf Campground have easy access to the park___s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center by car or by hiking on the Longleaf Trail. At the visitor center you can access the Boardwalk and find information on other trails to plan your trip into the old-growth forest of Congaree National Park. Those who would like to explore and experience Congaree via canoe or kayak can launch from one of the park's two landings, located between 5-10 minutes by car from the campground.__

    Facilities

    Campers with reservations at the Longleaf Campground have easy access to the park___s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center by car or by hiking on the Longleaf Trail. At the visitor center you can access the Boardwalk and find information on other trails to plan your trip into the old-growth forest of Congaree National Park. Those who would like to explore and experience Congaree via canoe or kayak can launch from one of the park's two landings, located between 5-10 minutes by car from the campground.__

    Natural Features

    Located in a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest, campsites are surrounded by pines and other trees. Campsites are generally in shade for large parts of the day. An open field in the middle of the campground is available for use by campers throughout the day, and this location offers campers excellent opportunities for observing wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and the occasional southern fox squirrel.__

    Nearby Attractions

    Congaree National Park is located near many attractions including state parks, forests and parks. The city of Columbia is a short drive from the park and offers access to many attractions including museums, city parks and shopping.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol

    $25 / night

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    7. Alston Trailhead

    5 Reviews
    11 Photos
    90 Saves
    Chapin, South Carolina

    The Alston trailhead park provides parking, picnicking, camping, and canoe access on the Broad River. 3 night maximum for camping.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
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    8. Broad River Campgound

    4 Reviews
    21 Photos
    24 Saves
    Chapin, South Carolina

    Broad River Campground and RV Park is conveniently located 20 minutes from downtown Columbia and 15 miles from Interstate 20 & 26. We are Exit #85 off Interstate 26, located next to Lake Monticello and only minutes from Lake Murray. We offer full hookups, 30 & 50 amp, for every size RV. Not to mention open spaces for that magnificent view.

    Broad River Campground and RV Park is located just 6 miles south of Plant V.C. Summer on HWY 215. Our location gives it all to you with a very short drive to and from work. We are conveniently located 6 miles from V.C. Summer and only 20 minutes from Columbia, Irmo and Chapin. If you want the best, come see us at Broad River Campground and RV Park! We are South Carolina’s favorite RV park and campground with a southern charm.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    9. Cane Creek Park

    24 Reviews
    45 Photos
    143 Saves
    Mineral Springs, North Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    10. Poinsett State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    118 Photos
    85 Saves
    Wedgefield, South Carolina

    In the High Hills of Santee, where the South Carolina Sandhills of the Midlands region meet the coastal plain region, you’ll find Poinsett State Park. Called the "mountains of the midlands," this mixed ecosystem yields a high degree of biodiversity and some of the most unique natural sightings in the park system, especially along the Palmetto trail which winds through the Manchester State Forest.

    The High Hills of Santee are dotted with the hiking and biking trails that wind through the park–some of which connect to the Palmetto Trail that leads hikers through the Manchester State Forest. Poinsett’s 10-acre lake makes for a serene setting, and can be used for fishing and johnboat rentals. The park also offers campsites, a fishing pond, a coquina bathhouse built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, pre-revolutionary grist mill ruins and rustic cabins.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Pet-friendly camping near Winnsboro

Recent Reviews in Winnsboro

349 Reviews of 61 Winnsboro Campgrounds


  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 17, 2024

    Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park

    Small campground, walk in only

    Ten site campground, all walk in. Sites 1 and 2 fairly short distance to walk. Campsites are spacious and clean. Pit toilets and solar powered device charger available in parking lot. Easy distance to access visitor center and main trails.

  • Chris C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 12, 2024

    Dreher Island State Park Campground

    Great 4 days

    Great camping fire temps. Weather was rainy towards the end but enjoyed the stay. Our site #3 was a pull through. A little to close to main road (about 6’) but that was the only issue otherwise not much to complain about. Water was cold and crystal clear.

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    Oct. 26, 2024

    Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    Beautiful and spacious

    Great location! This RV Resort has great amenities and staff along with their location! Awesome gym and club house plus beautiful pool! Staff are very friendly and welcoming! Check them out!

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Oct. 26, 2024

    Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    Great campground!

    We found this campground while traveling through Columbia SC and made a late evening reservation. We were able to reserve online and even pick our camping spot. It has full hookups and we were able to find the spot easily even in the dark. The owner called to make sure we had no questions and to explain where to pick up our packet. She was very nice and made us feel welcomed. It appears that they are a new campground and will have even more amenities soon. It was also very quiet. We will definitely be staying here on our subsequent trips through SC. I highly recommend this campground!

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Oct. 22, 2024

    Cane Creek Park

    Great spot for families

    Awesome spot for families and multiple night stays. Family environment comes with more noise but as long as you are expecting it you won’t be disappointed.

  • Cindy S.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 26, 2024

    Dreher Island State Park Campground

    Beautiful and Peaceful

    This place offers lakefront views and surrounded by tall trees. The bathrooms are air conditioned and the water is hot. The only problem I had was the cleaning schedule of the women’s bathroom seemed to take place around 7:30ish in the morning.

  • Christina G.
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    Aug. 25, 2024

    Dreher Island State Park Campground

    Beautiful Site

    Stayed for 2 nights at Tent Site 4 in early May and had wonderful weather! There was a big storm for about an hour after we set up camp, but the site drained well and it wasn't too buggy despite being right on the water. Loved the walkability, super easy walk on a slight decline from our parking space next to the stairs/path to the site. Two good spots for setting up a hammock. Loved watching the birds and occasional fish. Water and electric available and functioning on site. Quick walk to bathroom/shower.

    Overall a great experience!

  • Tracie S.
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    May. 12, 2024

    Lake Wateree State Park Campground

    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!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
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    May. 12, 2024

    6 Points @ Raven Micro Farm

    $69 Glamping, Hike to Site

    Six points @ Raven Micro Farm LLC is a fully loaded Glamping site. Equip with a Bell tent, thick Japanese cotton sleeping mat, linens, full-size propane grill, cookware, utensils, dishware, and more.

    This is a walk-in site, bring your hiking boots. The property is slightly hilly.

    Be advised that the site is private excluding when we are out doing farm chores or as the animals are rotated.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
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    May. 11, 2024

    Poinsett State Park Campground

    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.

  • Chad L.The Dyrt PRO User
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    May. 4, 2024

    Wateree Lake RV Park & Marina

    Just Right

    This location has 2 RV lots. Riverside is heavily wooded which provides a ton of shade on the hot summer days. Taylor Creek is newer with less trees providing lots of open space and great for Solar regeneration. Both sites are very clean and well maintained. Just a short walk to the lake.

  • Rachel S.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 24, 2024

    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.

  • Logan S.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Mar. 16, 2024

    Newberry / I-26 / Sumter NF KOA

    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.

  • Paul R.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Mar. 1, 2024

    Dreher Island State Park Campground

    Beautiful Lakeside

    Stayed at TENT site 13. It sits with two other tent sites on a small peninsula at the bottom of Dreher Island State Park. It’s a nice large site with a large tent pad. There quite a few good trees to hang a hammock, which I camped in. Absolutely gorgeous sunrise, sunset, and when I was there the moon was full.

  • Nicole C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Jan. 30, 2024

    Big Rig Friendly RV Resort

    Really nice place

    This place was well thought out when it was being built, lots of space, great level sites, nice dog park. Fitness center and laundry are new and nice.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 1, 2023

    Lake Wateree State Park Campground

    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

  • Christina M.
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    Oct. 20, 2023

    Christina's Paradise

    New listing!

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. We're so happy to welcome Christina to our platform. Check out her property and come back here to leave some love.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Prices Bridge Glampsite
    Oct. 13, 2023

    Prices Bridge Glampsite

    Glamping in the Trees

    Jake from the Dyrt here! This is a unique experience for those looking to camp a little higher off the ground and enjoy the huge deck looking out into the forest.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • IThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alston Trailhead
    Oct. 8, 2023

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alston Trailhead
    Sep. 29, 2023

    Alston 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.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 19, 2023

    Woodsmoke 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



Guide to Winnsboro

Camping near Winnsboro, South Carolina, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor lovers. 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 direct access to Lake Murray. One visitor noted, "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 camper at Kings Mountain State Park mentioned, "Lovely shaded campground. Boat rentals at Lake York. National Military Battlefield nearby."
  • Wildlife Watching: Campers at Poinsett State Park Campground enjoyed spotting wildlife. One reviewer shared, "We rented a paddleboat and got to see some wildlife on the water (cranes, turtles, and even a couple little gators)."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Andrew Jackson State Park Campground said, "The bathhouse is typical state park bathhouse. Things to do: very short hikes, fishing, kayaking."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful rangers. A camper at Iron City Campground, Inc. remarked, "Lisa is the best host."
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One reviewer at Longleaf Campground — Congaree National Park noted, "It’s a great location and very quiet. Walk-in campsites and pretty secluded."

What you should know:

  • Site Sizes Vary: Some campgrounds have smaller sites that may not be level. A camper at Kings Mountain State Park mentioned, "The campsites themselves are very unlevel and laid out very awkwardly."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A visitor at Croft State Park Campground said, "The bathhouse was conveniently located, and it was air-conditioned. There were hot showers, and when I say hot, I mean hot."
  • Wildlife Caution: Be aware of local wildlife. A camper at Poinsett State Park Campground mentioned, "There were lots of mosquitoes, ants, bugs, etc."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds Available: Many campgrounds have playgrounds for kids. A camper at Iron City Campground, Inc. noted, "Fun for kids: pool with splash mushroom; playground."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for all ages. A visitor at Cane Creek Park said, "There are several playgrounds for kids to play, along with an open field by the lake."
  • Safety First: Choose campgrounds with good security. A camper at Cane Creek Park mentioned, "The park ranger regularly patrols, making it feel safe."

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for easier setup. A visitor at Croft State Park Campground said, "Our site was very level and tucked back in the corner of the campground."
  • Electric Hookups: Ensure your campground has electric hookups. A camper at Dreher Island State Park Campground appreciated, "Water and electric available and functioning on site."
  • Plan Ahead: Some campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Andrew Jackson State Park Campground advised, "Need to plan ahead to get a site."

Camping near Winnsboro, South Carolina, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Enjoy the great outdoors!

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