Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Fairfax, SC
Nestled in the heart of South Carolina, Fairfax is a gateway to a variety of captivating camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. The nearby Lake Hartwell offers a stunning backdrop for families looking to enjoy RV camping with spacious campgrounds equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay while surrounded by picturesque views of water and woodland. For those seeking a more traditional experience, Sumter National Forest provides numerous tent camping sites where nature lovers can immerse themselves in the serene sounds of wildlife and explore scenic hiking trails that wind through lush forests and rolling hills. Adventure seekers can venture into the less-traveled paths of dispersed camping, where they can set up camp in remote areas of the Francis Marion National Forest, allowing for a true back-to-nature experience under a starlit sky. With its gentle climate and diverse ecosystems, Fairfax and its surroundings boast rich flora and fauna, making it an ideal locale for birdwatching and nature photography. Whether you prefer the convenience of RV camping, the simplicity of tent setups, or the rugged charm of dispersed sites, Fairfax’s camping options cater to every outdoor passion, setting the perfect stage for memorable adventures.
Watsadler Campground in Hart County is located 31 min southwest of Anderson, SC with an elevation of 679 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 2 boat sites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 42 sites have electric and water hookups. 7 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $32.00 to $64.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Twin Lakes Campground in Anderson County is located 36 min northwest of Anderson, SC with an elevation of 658 feet. There are a total of 99 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 62 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 97 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $64.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Petersburg Campground in Columbia County is located 45 min northwest of Augusta, GA with an elevation of 359 feet. There are a total of 91 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 90 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 82 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Longleaf Campground is part of Congaree National Park in South Carolina (33 min south of Columbia, SC) with an elevation of 123 feet. Longleaf Campground is rated 4.5 stars from 10 reviews. There are a total of 16 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $15.00 to $25.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Lake Russell Rec Area is located in the Chattooga River Ranger District, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests (41 min northeast of Gainesville, GA) with an elevation of 1,051 feet. There are a total of 41 campsites including 25 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 16 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 67 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $24.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Buck Hall Rec Area is located in the Wambaw/Witherbee Ranger District, Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests (33 min northeast of Mount Pleasant, SC) with an elevation of 9 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 14 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $28.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Crooked River Campground is part of Crooked River State Park in Georgia (46 min south of Brunswick, GA) with an elevation of 23 feet. There are a total of 72 campsites including 11 cabins. The campground is open all year. 61 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 130 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 28 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 33 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $36.00 to $225.00. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails.
Beach Campground is part of Edisto Beach State Park in South Carolina (1 hr 11 min east of Beaufort, SC) with an elevation of 19 feet. There are a total of 66 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 13 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $75.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, swimming, picnic table, restroom, trash dumpster, ramada, gasoline pump, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Big Hart Campground in McDuffie County is located 48 min northwest of Augusta, GA with an elevation of 394 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, sewer hookup, playground, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Wanee Lake Golf & RV Park in Turner County is located 42 min east of Albany, GA with an elevation of 412 feet. Wanee Lake Golf & RV Park is rated 5.0 stars from 1 reviews. There are a total of 59 campsites including 1 cabin. The campground is open all year. 58 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 29 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 58 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $39.00 to $159.00. Some amenities include shower, general store, laundry facility, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets, pet area. Activities include fishing, sports.
Colleton Campground is part of Colleton State Park in South Carolina (51 min west of North Charleston, SC) with an elevation of 78 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 13 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, sewer hookup, wifi, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Savage Island Campground is part of Fort McAllister State Park in Georgia (33 min south of Savannah, GA) with an elevation of 26 feet. There are a total of 76 campsites including 7 cabins. The campground is open all year. 55 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 14 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 20 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 47 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $36.00 to $230.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Bluff Hike In Campground is part of Congaree National Park in South Carolina (36 min southeast of Columbia, SC) with an elevation of 135 feet. Bluff Hike In Campground is rated 5.0 stars from 9 reviews. There are a total of 6 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Activities include hiking trails.
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