We camped here March 6-10. The park is in Columbia SC, and is a great choice for families who may want to do things outside the park. The park is super close to the Riverbanks Zoo. We stayed during a rainy time, which was fine for us since we didn’t need to entertain kids that trip. The campground is pretty small, but average for an SC state park. There are a few “improved” sites with full hookups, but they are all pretty close together, and don’t have much privacy. We stayed in the 2nd loop, where the campsites were more spaced out, and had more trees. Most of the sites are sand, and not very level. A few have gravel and are level. Most sites would be really difficult for a larger trailer or motor home do the the size of the sites. The campground restrooms are the cleanest I’ve ever seen! The campground hosts were always checking and cleaning the sites and restrooms (We did go during the week, in March). The amenities are few, but would be super fun in summer. There’s a splash pad, and canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards to rent. There’s a very small lake, but no swimming is allowed. There are a couple of “hiking” trails that are more like nice walks. There’s also a bike trail that we didn’t check out.

We went for a short weekend trip because it’s close to home (30 minutes) This is a great little place to relax and unwind. We had unseasonably warm December weather in the 70°s. The park is better suited for small rigs, although we did see a couple large motor homes that struggled to navigate the narrow road, trees, and tight turns. There are several excellent sites on the lake, which is for fishing or kayaking. The sites are not all level, so pay attention to the description on the park website. We had a site that was nicely level side to side, but pretty sloped front to back. Bath house is typical state park bath house. Things to do: very short hikes (more like walks), fishing, kayaking, playground, history, statues. We love this great little park!

We called and reserved a site last minute, in October! This little park is a hidden gem if you like small and quiet. The positives: Location: very close to Grandfather Mountain entrance and BRP. There are plenty of stores, restaurants, antiques nearby too. Cabins and tent sites: There are several cute cabins and lots of tent sites available, which would make this a great place for a group of campers with different levels of camping tastes. Grandfather Vineyard: We spent a fantastic afternoon 5 minutes away at Grandfather Vineyard, wine tasting, food truck, and live music. Don’t miss trying the flights! We came home with 2 excellent bottles of wine, at a great price! Pretty views: The campground is tucked into a hillside near a creek with lovely Mountain Views all around. Hookups: many sites have full hookups. Price: only $40 per night during a very busy season in the mountains.

The negatives: The site: The site was quite un-level side to side, and we couldn’t get our trailer completely level side to side. The site was a bit tough to maneuver into (doable, though!) Full time residents: This truly Did not bother us, but some residents did have lots of “stuff” outside their units making it look well lived in. We never saw or heard the folks we were next to, though and it is a quiet place. Bath house: We read several reviews that describe the restrooms as “disgusting” but we did not have that experience. We usually camp at State parks where the bathrooms really can be disgusting- The disgusting part is the campers. People use TP as a seat cover, then leave it on the floor, throw away trash in the restroom that should go in the dumpster (which is completely accessible), and are very non-courteous, and take zero responsibility for cleaning up after themselves. In my opinion the messiness of the restrooms falls squarely on the campers. The restrooms are heated, have 3 nice showers with good water pressure, 4 stalls, and 2 sinks. Fully stocked with TP and paper towels. We’re there a couple of dead bugs in there? Yes….You’re CAMPING people. Quit being spoiled brats!

We came here to do some trailer maintenance and because it is very close to home. We were not expecting it to be a great camping experience, but we’re pleasantly surprised! The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, the campsites were clean, and the bath houses were newly updated and immaculate. The roads in the section we stayed in were a bit rough (a combination of asphalt and gravel), but perfectly fine for camping. Most of the sites have good shade, but unfortunately our site was in full sun. Our site had full hookups, and a picnic table that was pretty rickety. No fire ring. The sites are very close together, and most are back to back sharing a driveway. Personally we prefer a more secluded camping spot, but this KOA is perfect for an overnight on your way to another location, a trip to nearby Charlotte, or like us, utilizing the full hookups for some waterline maintenance.

We had an amazing time at Huntington Beach. Campsites are large (although not all are shaded). The beach is pristine and gorgeous. I loved hearing the waves as I was falling asleep. Try to get a site on the outside of the loop where there are more trees, and more privacy.The bath houses were adequate and easily accessible. The ghost tour at Atalaya is a must! Huntington Beach is close to Brookgreen Gardens, which we’ve heard is beautiful, but didn’t end up going there. It’s also close to Myrtle Beach, restaurants, shopping, etc. we will absolutely return!

We camped at Hamilton Branch for a week, Monday-Sunday. The campground was quiet and lovely during the week, however Friday snd Saturday nights were loud-Several folks partied very late into the night (2:00am) with loud music, loud voices, etc. On the positive side: The lake was great, and we had a nice little beach right at our campsite in a calm cove. We spent the week floating, paddle boarding, and canoeing. Our grandsons spent every day in the water. The campground roads are very narrow in spots, and some campsites are quite sloped, so try to look at pictures before choosing a spot. There were very few bathhouses and we had a fairly long walk to get there. The restrooms were adequate.

The only reason for 4 stars rather than 5 is the fact that the campground road is in pretty rough shape. Most of the sites have a nice view if the lake. Some do have a steep drop off, so you’ll need to walk to the launch area (dirt slope) for access. We went specifically to golf, and had a great round. You do need to reserve a tee time. We saw one of the most gorgeous sunsets we’ve ever seen during our stay. Another small negative is that you can hear the grounds crew mowing the golf course pretty much all day, so if you’re looking for total silence, this may not be the place for you. Bonus in our book is that it’s a small park.

We went for a weekend with our grandsons. Due to our work schedule we arrived after the gate was locked-not a problem, but they do lock gates fairly early. The road in is quite narrow, and if you happen to meet another RV, someone will need to back up. The campsites are packed it really tight without many trees between them. We had a small pull through that worked fine for a weekend. Bathrooms were adequate. There’s a nice playground hiking trails and a small lake for paddling (no swimming). The park was quiet with many families camping there. We will probably visit again but will go during the week to avoid some of the crowd.

We live nearby and did a shakedown here with our grandsons ages 5 and 8. The camping area has about 20 spots, and some are better than others. Try to get a spot on the outside of the loop, as the spots inside the loop are small and not very private. We were in #9, which was a bit steep at the front end, but not terrible. The bathhouse was immaculate, and the camp host was very attentive. Things to do for kids include fishing, boat rentals, and a playground. Bicycles can be ridden around the campground loop which is very small. There is no swimming at Andrew Jackson.