The best camping near Lake Greenwood State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Lake Greenwood State Park adventure.

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Serenity on the Saluda

4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Honea Path, SC

This property has two river campsites and two campsites in the woods. The river sites are separated by a small patch of woods, so if you are looking for complete privacy, Hill Top or Hill Side is the place to go.

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Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC

12 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Saluda, SC

Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC is a private lodging establishment offering short term sites to campers, transient guest and outdoor enthusiast who desire rest, relaxation and recreation. The fringe land is old farm land now being repurposed for outdoor activities. The RV Park is the developed part of an old Farm planted in pines bordering Big Creek/Lake Murray.

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Primitive riverside camping

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Ware Place, SC

Learn more about this land:One can expect a wonderful wilderness experience at Earthganic Farm’s riverside camping. The path down to the sites is drivable in a truck, SUV, or van. There’s always the option to park up at the house and walk down (it’s a ten minute walk from the house to the river) and if you let us know ahead of time, we can bring your camping stuff down for you. We have two single kayaks that we rent for $15/day and you can put them in right on property and kayak up and down the river. There are walking/dirt biking trails through pine forest and nice hardwoods down by the river. The brave can take dips in the river. Just down the street there is a boat access ramp for canoes, kayaks, and flat bottom boats.

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3 Creeks Camp and Nature Preserve

14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Anderson, SC

This Property was purchased by Grandfather in the 70s and then was passed to my Mother. In 2013 I decided to live life differently and start from the ground up building with natural materials and found materials. At that time I was fortunate enough to have the land passed to me and I started building a home for myself and to be close to my mothers home nearby. After achieving the basics I decided that the best use of this beautiful land was to create a place for people to relax and enjoy, a park like environment dedicated to preserving natural beauty and amplifying it through a permaculture lifestyle. 8 years later I am blown away at how far the dream has become a reality and love sharing my space with people from all over the country.

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Prices Bridge Inn & Campgrounds

7 sites · Lodging, Tents20 acres · Leesville, SC

We have an absolutely gorgeous 12 acres of mostly wooded and/or lakefront land on the West end of Lake Murray (Saluda River). Me, my wife, and three kids live and work on a 20 acre forest nestled in the backwaters of Lake Murray. Behind Prices Bridge, we have what nature lovers refer to "OH MY GAWD"... Our land forms a peninsula, which is very private, secluded, and SAFE. If you want to refresh, recharge or spend quality time with family or friends, we'd love to host you. *Prices Bridge being a low bridge also means if you bring a large boat you may need to use the marina or any of the free boat launches within a mile of our site... kayaks, canoes, john boats all fit under. :-)

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Camp Clatworthy

7 sites · RVs, Tents1000 acres · Honea Path, SC

Free use of kayaks and a canoe on an undeveloped 18 acre lake is included when you camp here. Several miles of trails, dirt roads and streams wind through hundreds of acres which you are free to explore. The property has been owned by members of our family for 75 years or more with areas of it family-owned since the 1800's. A large portion of the property is dedicated to sustainable loblolly pine forests dating back to the 1980's. A significant area of the property is dedicated to native hardwood forest and has some of the oldest and largest white oak, poplar, elm and shortleaf pines in the upstate. The remainder of the property is pasture; home to Black Angus cattle. We look forward to sharing this unique property with you!

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Deckle Edge Farm

2 sites · Tents22 acres · Blythewood, SC

We are a small family farm on 22 acres with hardwood forest, blackberries, chickens, and goats. We are only 30 minutes from downtown Columbia, SC, and 20 minutes from the boat launch at Lake Monticello. Enjoy forest bathing in our woods, laughing at chickens, or helping out around the farm. We have primitive camp spots and lots of firewood!

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Pheonix meadows

3 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Greenwood, SC

Learn more about this land: Come join us on our little slice of heaven on earth! Activities include stargazing, wildlife viewing, hiking, or just chill and grill by the creek! Rv’s and campers may set up in the field. Tent and car campers are welcome to set up alongside the creek! The field sites offer wonderful sunset views and starlit night skies! The creek side site offers a picnic table, grill, and the peaceful serenity and sounds of an old growth forest.

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We are a brewery located on a farm.

4 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Pelzer, SC

Learn more about this land:We have 20 taps at the brewery and a full kitchen. We smoke wings and BBQ as well as do pizza, salad, and Mac n cheese. We have an 18 hole disc golf course, fishing pond, outdoor stage, and garden.

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Utopia Farm Camping

2 sites · RVs, Tents55 acres · Leesville, SC

My husband Ray and I purchased this property in 1982 when we made this our home. We raised two wonderful children who have moved on to pursue their own careers. Now we are retired and enjoy farming and ranching. We are a couple of miles away from Lake Murray, built in 1920's, and displaced thousands of families, farms, towns, churches, and schools. There are still homes, graveyards, Wise Ferry Bridge still underwater. A B-25 Mitchell plane crashed into the Lake during WWII. Our traffic circle was accidentally bombed one Oct. night in 1944. Learn more about this land: We are a working farm of grass-fed beef, free-range laying hens and ducks, seasonal vegetables; fruits, honey hives, goats, donkeys and horses. We are surrounded by families who have lived on their land for many generations. No subdivisions. Great place to star gaze without street lights. We have 2 sites with water and electricity for camping. Our large barn has a full kitchen, full bath and den area for campers to share. Yet, we are just a few miles from 2 boat ramps on Lake Murray which offers fishing and boating. Also, we are just 30 miles from metropolitan Columbia, historic Newberry, and 15 miles from the town of Lexington, SC. The Capital City of Columbia, just 30 miles east, offers Riverbanks Zoo, Richland County’s Congaree National Park, Saluda Shoals Park, EdVenture Children’s Museum. The Newberry Opera House is 36 miles away and The Big Mo Drive-in Theatre is in Monetta, 13 miles. Indian Trail Public Golf Course is 15 miles in Leesville. Or just hang out at the farm, view the animals, or fish in our pond. We have stalls available for equestrian travelers and a trail around the property to walk or ride your horse. Pets must be on lease or voice control and poop scooping is not an option. No WiFi yet.

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Kaleidoscope Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents33 acres · Columbia, SC

Our land is family land that has been untouched for years but we are restoring back to a farm and horse rescue. There is an old cemetery here, creeks, hills and valleys. It's beautiful. Wildlife can be seen in the woods. The highway used to run through the woods many years ago but got moved. Learn more about this land: We have 38 acres with hills and valleys. There is an old dirt and gravel road lined with trees, a natural spring that usually has water, large rocks, a very old cemetery, wildlife, and beautiful wildflowers and blackberries depending on the time of the year. Our house and land have been in my family over 100 years. Lots of history! Come out and visit and enjoy nature! Deer and turkey are active now too! We have grills for you to use, a picnic table, swings and fire pits.

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Beautiful 400 Acre Horse Farm

1 site · RV, Tent400 acres · Wagener, SC

Learn more about this land:Enjoy tranquility in this peaceful, serene setting, site is 2 minute walk from main house for your privacy, some light barn activity throughout the day.

The best camping near Lake Greenwood State Park guide

Overview

About

The 11,400-acre reservoir is the main draw of Lake Greenwood State Park, a placid waterfront retreat in the heart of South Carolina’s Piedmont region. Embark on thrilling boating adventures (two boat ramps provide access) to Lake Greenwood’s sparkling waters filled with largemouth bass, bream, black crappie, stripers, perch, channel catfish, and more. Or spend your days exploring the lovely trails, have lunch at one of the picnic shelters next to the lake, and then go camping under the starry skies. Many of the campsites (for both tents and RVs) actually sit right on the shore.

Notable campgrounds

Best for privacy: Diana’s Loop offers one RV site in a private, wooded area.
Best for paddlers: Big Creek RV Park has several sites with waterfront access.
Best for boaters: Eagles Landing has a private beach and boat ramp.

Tips for snagging a campsite

You can reserve the park's 125 campsites in advance via the South Carolina State Parks website. Reservations are available all year round.
Most campsite reservations require at least a 2-night stay, and some locations and dates may require longer stays.
Reservations open 13 months in advance. Reservations requested less than one day before check-in must be made directly through the park.
Campsites can book up as fast, especially on summer and holiday weekends. So book your campsite as early as possible to ensure availability.

When to go

Roaring River State Park welcomes visitors year-round. However, the optimal times to visit the region are during the warm spring weather and longer days (or September to October) or early fall due to mild temperatures and the stunning foliage (March to October). Fishing is enjoyable during all four seasons at Lake Greenwood State Park. Still, summer draws the most visitors as the swimming pool is open and colorful wildflowers adorn the riverbanks.

Know before you go

Lake Greenwood State Park has an admission fee for day-use visitors, while camping fees apply separately.
Park amenities include picnic shelters, playgrounds, and a swimming area for additional recreational opportunities.
Check-in time for camping is 2pm, and check out is at noon.
Between April 1 and August 31, campers can stay a maximum of 14 nights at Lake Greenwood. After the 14th night, they must vacate the park for seven consecutive nights before returning.