Established Camping
Hawe Creek - J Strom Thurmond Lake
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There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
This facility is closed until further notice due to impacts from Hurricane Helene.
Hawe Creek - J Strom Thurmond Lake, near McCormick, South Carolina, is a fantastic spot for those looking to unwind by the water. This campground offers spacious sites with a good amount of privacy, making it a great choice for families or anyone wanting a little peace and quiet.
With easy access to Strom Thurmond Lake, you can enjoy swimming and fishing right from your campsite. Visitors have praised the cleanliness of the facilities, including the bathrooms, and the friendly hosts who make your stay even more enjoyable. One camper noted, “Every site has an awesome view and easy access to the water - with tons of privacy between sites!”
While there are no showers or picnic tables, the campground does provide water hookups and is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along. Just be mindful of the poison ivy nearby, as some reviewers mentioned it can be a concern.
If you're up for some exploration, the area around the campground is perfect for boating and fishing, with a launch ramp and fishing pier close by. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, Hawe Creek offers a relaxing retreat with beautiful lake views and a friendly atmosphere.
Description
Army Corps of Engineers
J. Strom Thurmond Recreation Area
Overview
Hawe Creek Campground is located on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, one mile from the Dorn Sportfishing Facility, one of the largest in the southeast. Camping at Hawe Creek is ripe with many different opportunities for relaxation, skill-building, family bonding, and nature appreciation. The 70,000+ acre lake and 1,000+ miles of shoreline are prime for activities that facilitate such opportunities such as boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, bird watching, and so much more of course! Experience the quiet and relaxing outdoors at this quaint 34 site campground nestled in South Carolina.
Recreation
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers great conditions for exciting activities such as boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, and swimming. When recreating at Thurmond Lake, we hope to give our visitors opportunities to bond, appreciate nature, relieve stress, improve skills, and improve physical fitness.
Natural Features
Water/ Land: Hawe Creek campground is on the shoreline of the J Strom Thurmond lake that is over 70,000 acres, and surrounded with a mix of pine and hardwood trees which offer shade and visual interest. Wildlife: Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, neo-tropical birds, wild turkeys, and whitetail deer. Weather/ Climate: Average temperatures during the camping season starts out at 75 degrees Fahrenheit and peaks in July at 91 degrees Fahrenheit. May receives the least amount of rainfall on average, but increased rainfall for June, July, and August.
Nearby Attractions
Savannah Lakes Village is just a few minutes away, with lodging, dining and shopping. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby courses at Hickory Knob State Park, within five miles of Hawe Creek. Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking opportunities. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas. The Augusta National Golf Club hosts the Masters Golf Tournament annually the first week of April.
Location
Hawe Creek - J Strom Thurmond Lake is located in South Carolina
Directions
1505 Chamberlains Ferry Rd, Mc Cormick, SC 29835 From the junction of HWY 221 and HWY 378 in McCormick, SC, travel southwest on US 378, then south 4 miles on Chamberlains Ferry Road. Road ends at campground.
Address
1505 CHAMBERLAINS FERRY RD
Mccormick, SC 29835
Coordinates
33.8361111 N
82.3386111 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
