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Camping for hunting in South Carolina

20 camps in South Carolina that list hunting or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Mar–May & Sep–Nov, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In September expect highs near 85°F and lows near 63°F.

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20camps for hunting
3free or dispersed
6reservable
Mar–May & Sep–Novbest months

Best areas for hunting

  1. Around Bradley7 camps for hunting within 25 miles
  2. Around Clinton6 camps for hunting within 25 miles
  3. Around Seneca3 camps for hunting within 25 miles
  4. Around Awendaw3 camps for hunting within 25 miles

Questions

How many campgrounds in South Carolina are good for hunting?

20 camps that list hunting or mention it in their description; 3 of them are free.

When is the best time to go?

The best camping months are Mar–May & Sep–Nov, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In September expect highs near 85°F and lows near 63°F.

What else can you do there?

Of these camps, 80% also offer wildlife & birding, 75% also offer fishing, 75% also offer hiking.

See them on the map

Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.

Open hunting in South Carolina

This week's picks

A different handful each week.

  • Rocky Branch Seasonal CampgroundFederal campground · Free · Cell signal

    Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground offers a more primitive experience with ten sites for campers. The surrounding forest environment provides an opportunity for many recreational activities…

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  • ModocFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Modoc Campground is located on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, only five miles away from the Lake Thurmond Visitor Center and Dam.

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  • ParksvilleFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Parksville Recreation Area is a rural park in McCormick County, South Carolina on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. It is located along South Carolina State Highway 28/221 and features 70,000…

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  • Below Dam South CarolinaFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signal

    Below Dam South Carolina Recreation Area is a popular park just below J. Strom Thurmond Lake Dam along the Savannah River. The park is located on Power Plant Road just off South Carolina…

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  • Clarks HillFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Clarks Hill is a popular park on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, just off Georgia State Highway 221 near the dam. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating…

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  • Cassidy Bridge Hunt CampFederal campground · Free · Cell signal

    The Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp is located in a nicely wooded area along the banks of the Chauga River, one of the popular fishing streams on the district.

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  • Francis Marion National ForestFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    All sites are open with the exception of the following:

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  • Andrew Pickens Ranger DistrictFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    The Andrew Pickens Ranger District is home to the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River, a popular angling and whitewater destination. The Ellicott Rock Wilderness offers opportunities for…

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Free camps for hunting

  • Elmwood Recreation AreaFederal campground · Free · Cell signal

    Primitive campsite.

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  • Cassidy Bridge Hunt CampFederal campground · Free · Cell signal

    The Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp is located in a nicely wooded area along the banks of the Chauga River, one of the popular fishing streams on the district.

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  • Rocky Branch Seasonal CampgroundFederal campground · Free · Cell signal

    Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground offers a more primitive experience with ten sites for campers. The surrounding forest environment provides an opportunity for many recreational activities…

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