Expedition South Carolina

Activity: Camping

Every trail, paddle, campground and scenic drive in the Palmetto State, with accessibility information on every single one.

LVL 2 — Easy Going

Colleton State Park Edisto River Camping

River paddle varies, short park trails
Overnight or multi-day
Bankside camping on the Edisto River under a canopy of trees. The river sounds all night. The Edisto Canoe Trail runs through the park. One of the best river camping experiences in SC.
  • Dog-Friendly (Leashed)
  • Parking at Campground
LVL 2 — Easy Going

Little Pee Dee State Park Paddle & Camp

Short nature trails, river paddle varies
Overnight or multi-day
A quiet state park on the Little Pee Dee River in the Pee Dee region. Blackwater river camping, paddling, and fishing in one of the least-visited corners of South Carolina.
  • Dog-Friendly (Leashed)
  • Parking at Campground
LVL 2 — Easy Going

Dreher Island State Park Camping

Various trails on 3 islands
Overnight to multi-night
Three islands connected by causeways on Lake Murray. Camping, fishing, and paddling on one of South Carolina’s most beautiful lakes.
  • Wheelchair Accessible (fishing pier)
  • Dog-Friendly
  • Camping Available
  • Fishing
LVL 2 — Easy Going

Santee State Park Camping & Kayaking

Varies
Overnight to multi-night
Pier cabins on Lake Marion. Camping on Santee Cooper, one of the best freshwater fishing lakes in the Southeast. The pier cabins extend over the lake and are among the most unique lodging in the state park system.
  • Wheelchair Accessible (fishing pier)
  • Dog-Friendly
  • Camping Available
  • Fishing
LVL 1 — First Steps

Sadlers Creek State Park on Lake Hartwell

Short nature trails
Half day to overnight
A quiet lakeside state park on a peninsula jutting into Lake Hartwell. No name recognition. No crowds. Lakeside camping, a boat ramp, fishing, and a swimming area without fighting for a reservation.
  • Dog-Friendly (Leashed)
  • Stroller-Friendly (Paved areas)
  • Parking at Trailhead