Want to go camping with kids in Greenville, SC? When it comes to hitting the Great Outdoors, there are lots of great options for unforgettable camping adventures! From primitive camping to RV sites, our area abounds with family-friendly campgrounds. Travel a bit further to camp in the wilderness or near sandy beaches. Read on to learn more about some of our readers’ favorite spots!
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Campgrounds Near Greenville, SC
Looking for a trial-run with the little ones? Want the comforts of being close to home? Or maybe you had a last-minute whim to pitch a tent? These great spots are less than an hour away and offer picnic tables, fire rings, showers, and bathroom facilities unless otherwise noted.
We also have a full list of places to camp near Spartanburg, SC.
Paris Mountain State Park
Just ten minutes from downtown, but a wilderness away, Paris Mountain State Park boasts a swimming hole, hiking, camping, mountain biking, a playground, and more. Camping is for tents and RVs, offering water and electric hook-ups. There are also primitive sites available along certain hiking trails.
Jones Gap State Park
Just 45 minutes from downtown, Jones Gap State Park is a serene primitive camping mecca. Sites 1-9 are easily accessible via a short hike, and most sites border the beautiful Middle Saluda River. Camping here isn’t for the faint of heart, as campers forgo bathrooms, tables, electricity, and water hook-ups for starry skies and the sounds of nature. Again, this is not drive-up camping; it is walk-in only.
Saluda Outdoor Center
The Saluda Outdoor Center is perfect if you’re looking for ‘glamping’. You can camp in a tiny home or one of their River Pods. And your kids will love tubing down the Saluda River!
Table Rock State Park
A 45-minute ride will get you basically Paris Mountain “on steroids.” Offering many of the same amenities (swimming, camping, hiking, etc.) but with more breathtaking sights and waterfalls, Table Rock State Park is fantastic! A short walk on a paved trail will take you to a waterfall cascading into a cool lagoon perfect for little feet. Tents and RVs are welcome and include water and electric. Primitive camping is also available.
Travelers Rest/North Greenville KOA Holiday
If you’ve driven down Highway 25 just outside of Greenville, you’ve likely seen the KOA sign. KOA Holiday in Travelers Rest is a great camping location for family and friends. There are plenty of things to do and plenty of amenities, including Wi-Fi, 50 max amps, a pool open late May-early September, a pavilion, cable TV, a dog park, and more. You’ll find RV sites and deluxe cabins with full bathrooms. You can even stay in a covered wagon!
Shores of Asbury
Camp right next to Lake Hartwell at the Shores of Asbury. There are several tent sites, and campers enjoy the first hour of Aqua Zone, the awesome inflatable obstacle course on water, for free! They’ve got a playground, sandy beach, cow train rides, and events for bigger holidays.
Camping in Upstate, SC and Western North Carolina
Traveling a little further changes the scenery and things-to-do substantially. Check out these other awesome reader picks (arranged according to driving distance).
Lake Hartwell State Park
Lake Hartwell State Park is about 45 minutes away from Greenville. The camping area has easy access to Lake Hartwell, and all campsites are conveniently located near showers and bathrooms. Many of the sites can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
South Cove County Park
South Cove County Park is about an hour away in Seneca. There are plenty of campsites, and almost half of them are waterfront. All sites have electrical hookups and water. There are also two bathhouses, playgrounds, a picnic area, a swim area, and a dump station.
High Falls County Park
Offering camping on gorgeous Lake Keowee, High Falls County Park is about an hour away. There’s water and electric hook-ups, plus all the incredible area has to offer.
Oconee State Park
Oconee State Park is in Mountain Rest, SC and has 139 standard campsites with water and electricity. Some sites even have sewer hookups. Every campsite is conveniently located near restrooms with hot showers.
Burrells Ford Campground
You won’t need reservations to tent camp at Burrells Ford Campground. But don’t forget your hiking boots, because this campground is located nearby some of South Carolina’s most picturesque waterfall hikes, like King Creek Falls.
Devil’s Fork State Park
About an hour from Greenville, Devils Fork State Park is located on the shores of Lake Jocassee. This campground offers sites from primitive to RV with basic amenities and a pristine lake to enjoy.
Emberglow Outdoor Resort
More of a glamper than a camper? Kidding Around readers recommend Emberglow Outdoor Resort near Lake Lure. From vintage campers to tree houses to safari tents and camping pods, this is a unique location for you to spend time outdoors with your family.
Calhoun Falls State Park
Several of our readers love Calhoun Falls State Park. It’s just over an hour away from Greenville. With several campsites, picnic shelters, tennis courts, basketball courts, a walking trail, and access to Lake Russell, this sounds like a camper’s dream.
Hester’s Bottoms
Hester’s Bottoms is a privately owned Savannah River campground with waterfront sites for tents and RVs and a super family-friendly vibe. Their sites are spacious, they have a private dock, boat ramp, swimming area, and holiday events.
Davidson River Campground
Located near Brevard, NC, Davidson River Campground offers camping with basic amenities along the Davidson River.
Mt. Pisgah Campground
Just an hour and a half from Greenville, Mt. Pisgah Campground is located along the Blue Ridge Parkway near Canton, NC. This campground offers nearby panoramic views of majestic rolling hill and includes basic amenities.
Hamilton Branch State Park
Hamilton Branch State Park is another reader favorite. The park, located in Plum Branch, SC, is about two hours from Greenville and sits on Lake Strom Thurmond. There’s a little beach you can enjoy and many campsites, several of which are waterfront.
Happy Holiday RV Village
Happy Holiday RV Village is located in Cherokee, NC, which is about two hours away. This campground can accommodate anything from tents to big rigs and boasts Cherokee culture, plus tons of great amenities.
Springmaid Mountain Campground
Near Spruce Pine, NC, Springmaid Mountain Campground is a little over two hours from Greenville and offers plenty of amenities (including horseback riding) in a mountain river setting.
Tallulah Gorge State Park
Camping at the Tallulah Gorge State Park in North Georgia is a lot of fun since they have fantastic hiking trails. If you’re lucky and adventurous, you can score a permit to hike the bottom of the gorge. There’s a beach, hiking, bathhouses, and a playground. The sites are pretty close together but it’s in a great location and only 1.45 hours from Greenville.
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resorts
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park offer three campgrounds within driving distance from Greenville. They’re in Cherokee, NC; Bostic, NC; and Tabor City, SC. These campgrounds offer full amenities and tons of planned activities for the kids.
Givhans Ferry State Park
Givhans Ferry State Park is just under three hours away and has several campsites. 25 of the sites are full service with water, sewer, and power, and many sites can accommodate 40′ RVs. Restrooms and hot showers are available.
Huntington Beach State Park
Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, SC is just over four hours away and offers an all-in-one camping experience with a beach, abundant wildlife, a castle, a nature center, and several opportunities for learning and adventure. There are two campsites that accommodate RVs, tents, and primitive tent sites. There are also bathrooms and fire pits.
Myrtle Beach State Park
Myrtle Beach State Park is just over four hours from Greenville and offers camping only 300 yards from the beach. Tents and RVs welcome. Basic amenities are included along with the lure of the Atlantic.
Pirate Land Family Camping Resort
Another Myrtle Beach area campground, Pirate Land Family Camping Resort, offers beach-front sites and full hookups.
These are just a few of the great campgrounds readers have suggested. There are TONS more to explore, so get camping and discover your family’s favorite spot!
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