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South Cove County Park

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ALL WEDDINGS MUST BE BOOKED IN PERSON AT THE PARKS, NO EXCEPTIONS.

County Ordinance 2002-15 prohibits consumption and/or possession of alcoholic beverages in all Oconee County Parks.

South Cove County Park, near Seneca, South Carolina, is a fantastic spot for families and friends looking to enjoy some quality time outdoors. With a beautiful lake as its backdrop, this campground offers a range of accommodations, from RV sites to tent camping, making it easy to find the perfect fit for your group.

The park is known for its clean facilities and friendly staff, which many visitors have praised. You’ll find picnic tables and fire rings at your site, perfect for evening gatherings. As one camper noted, “The campground itself was well maintained,” which speaks to the care taken in keeping the area inviting and enjoyable.

For those who love water activities, the lake is a highlight. It’s great for swimming, and you can even rent paddle boards and kayaks right on-site. Families will appreciate the playgrounds and spacious areas for kids to run around. Plus, the park ranger is known to be super helpful, ensuring everyone has a great experience.

While the campground has a few quirks, like a gate that locks at 10 PM, the overall vibe is relaxed and welcoming. Whether you’re fishing, swimming, or just soaking in the views, South Cove County Park is a solid choice for your next camping adventure.

Description

OCONEE COUNTY, SC

South Cove County Park

South Cove park is located on the clear waters of 18,500 acre Lake Keowee. Camping is located on a 15 acre peninsula offering 86 campsites with water and electricity on each site with 41 sites waterfront. Two bath houses serve the campground area and a dump station is located near the entrance of the park.

South Cove Park offers a wide variety of day use facilities as well as lakeside camping. Fishing, boating, sailing and water skiing are readily available via three access ramps. Day use facilities include four tennis courts, basketball, playground areas, picnic areas, a handicapped accessible fishing pier and a waterfront sand beach for sunbathing. South Cove has two shelters that are available by reservation only.

Arriving campers must have camping equipment and be prepared to set up. Only registered campers will be allowed in the park after park hours. The park gate is locked nightly at 10pm and opens at 7am.

  • One Rv per site or two tents or one RV and one tent per site
  • Six (6) persons per site max
  • Golf carts are allowed (see Golf Cart Rules)

Pets welcome (leash rules apply)

  • Alcohol is not allowed, including the campground area
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Location

South Cove County Park is located in South Carolina

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Seneca: Hwy 123 to Hwy 28 toward Walhalla. Turn right onto Hwy 188. Turn right onto South Cove road which leads into the park. From Interstate 85 South: Take exit 1 (Hwy 11) approximately 13 miles to Hwy 123 towards Seneca. Take Hwy 28 towards Walhalla. Turn right onto Hwy 188. Turn right onto South Cove road which leads into park. From Interstate 85 North: Take exit 19B (Hwy 76) towards Clemson University/Seneca. Turn left onto Hwy 123 towards Seneca. Take Hwy 28 towards Walhalla. Turn right onto Hwy 188. Turn right onto South Cove road which leads into park.

Address

1099 South Cove Road
Seneca, SC 29672

Coordinates

34.711597 N
82.966673 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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12 Reviews

Reviewed Jan. 18, 2024

Beautiful Lake Campground with a few inconveniences!

Me and a friend came camping here this second weekend in January. The campground itself was well maintained and the hook ups, dump station and bathhouses were easy to find and use. We had only 2 complaints, the gate to get in closes at 10pm, unfortunately I85 was shut down on our way up so our 3 hr drive became 6hrs. We did not make it before the gate closed and had to stay at Walmart. No code no exceptions. Secondly, there are no trashcans anywhere, on the grounds or in the bathhouses. The trash dump is in a completely different part of the park. It was inconvenient with picking up after my dog. Besides those two things, beautiful lake camping with affordable campsite prices!

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Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Peaches E., January 18, 2024
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Peaches E., January 18, 2024
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Peaches E., January 18, 2024
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Reviewed Aug. 21, 2022

Beautiful Family friendly park

Beautiful playgrounds for kids. They have a beach area at the day use area. The park ranger was super friendly and helpful. Our fifth wheel was a lil bigger than site but they were very accommodating.

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Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Mar. 29, 2021

Family friendly, well maintained

My family stayed at South Cove on a Friday night. We were impressed with the large number of pull through sites and the cleanliness of the campground. We arrived late in the day and the camp hosts were friendly and quick to assist with checking in. There are several large play areas in walking distance. There appeared to be beautiful lake views from almost every site. We very much enjoyed our stay and plan to return for a longer visit.

SiteA21
Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Kelli P., March 29, 2021
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Kelli P., March 29, 2021
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Reviewed Feb. 17, 2020

Gem of a Campground

Great campground with great hosts and great fishing. Beautiful lake with crystal clear water. Easy access. Very relaxing atmosphere.

  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Mike K., February 17, 2020
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Mike K., February 17, 2020
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Reviewed Sep. 16, 2019

Great family camping

If you have a boat or jetski there is a ramp. Has showers and restrooms. Mostly for RVs however there are a few tent sites that have tree cover. The RV sites don't really offer any trees for shade. The lake is great for swimming. The campground also offers paddle board and kayak rentals. The campground has a gate that gets locked at 10 pm. You can leave but you can't come back into the campground after the gate gets locked.

Reviewed Sep. 8, 2018

Family favorite

Campground on Keowee lake that my family has been routinely going to since before I was born. Very clean grounds and facilities plus the lake is fairly clean.

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Reviewed Jul. 18, 2018

Too many geese!

We loved this campground! Perfect for kids, right on the lake. Loved the playground 😊

warning! Don’t feed the geese! The campers next to us fed them and the next day we woke up with goose poop on everything! Including the picnic table!

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Month of VisitJune
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  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Roxy M., July 18, 2018
Reviewed Jul. 8, 2018

Lakeside camping gem

Don't let the term "County Park" lead you to believe this campground is not up to par with larger campgrounds. All sites have 50 amp electric and water hook-up. It sits out on a peninsula on Lake Keowee in Seneca, SC. Almost every site is on the water, and those that aren't, have a water view. Most sites on the water are without shade, so be prepared in hotter months. You can go into the lake right from your site. If you don't have access from your site, there is a really nice sandy beach area for swimming. There is a nice store at the campground office where you can by camp wood at a very reasonable price.

  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Cheryl W., July 8, 2018
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Cheryl W., July 8, 2018
  • Review photo of South Cove County Park by Cheryl W., July 8, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at South Cove County Park?

Camping at South Cove County Park can cost between $25.00 and $60.00 depending on the site.

Does South Cove County Park have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, South Cove County Park has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at South Cove County Park?

South Cove County Park allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

Are fires allowed at South Cove County Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at South Cove County Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does South Cove County Park have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, South Cove County Park does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at South Cove County Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.

How hard is it to get a campsite at South Cove County Park?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at South Cove County Park. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at South Cove County Park, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at South Cove County Park?

There are 67 campsites at South Cove County Park and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts