Fishing, trail walking, and water slide runs keep campers occupied at Tuck in the Wood Campground on St. Helena Island, South Carolina. A pond with a boardwalk runs through the center of the property, giving anglers and walkers a focal point beyond the sites themselves. The campground sits within easy reach of Hunting Island State Park and, according to multiple reviewers, lies less than three miles from a well-preserved Revolutionary War fort and local seafood spots serving oysters and shrimp.
The atmosphere here leans more toward a residential park than a backcountry retreat. A number of long-term residents occupy sites with gardens and dog fences, which some visitors find welcoming and others find at odds with a traditional camping experience. Sites are close together but not stacked directly on top of each other, and the tent camping section tends to run quieter. Jeremiah N. describes it as "very quiet and fairly private on the tent camping side of things," though he also flags that no-see-ums can be thick in early April, so bug spray is worth packing.
The bathrooms and shower facilities draw consistent praise across reviews spanning more than five years. Sierra S. sums up a recurring observation: "Bathrooms were always super clean and the staff were friendly and helpful." The campground also features a playground, volleyball area, and a water slide that staff allow guests to use throughout the day. Full hookups accommodate RVs up to 65 feet, and firewood and ice are available on an honors system after the office closes.
Reservations are accepted and payment is collected on arrival rather than in advance, based on reviewer accounts. Pets are welcome, and the grounds include space for dog walking. Campers exploring campgrounds near Port Royal will find this property among the more affordable options in the area, with competitive nightly rates relative to nearby alternatives like MCRD Parris Island RV Park and Anchorage 1770. Those sensitive to late-night noise should note that traffic sounds and music have been reported on some nights, so a site on the tent camping side may provide more separation from the RV sections.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTuck in the Wood Campground is located in South Carolina near Port Royal
Directions
From jct Hwy 170 & US 21: Go 12 mi SE on US 21, then 2-1/4 mi W on Martin L King/Lands End Rd.
Address
22 Tuc-In-De-Woods Lane
St Helena Island, SC 29920
Coordinates
32.36516602 N
80.58477897 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/31/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/31/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 55 min from Hilton Head Island, SC
- 1 hr 6 min from Savannah, GA
- 1 hr 28 min from Charleston, SC
- 1 hr 34 min from Hinesville, GA





















