If you’re searching for the best family-friendly campgrounds in SC, you’re in the right place! The Palmetto State has tons of great places to camp for families, from the mountain region to the coast.

I’ve scoured the reviews across multiple platforms and complied the results (along with my own personal experience camping with my kids throughout the state) and put together a list of 21 best family-friendly campgrounds in SC to inspire your next outdoor getaway!

Campgrounds in SC Perfect for Families: The Coast Region

The campgrounds scattered about the SC coastal region are perfect spots for a family camping trip.

1. Pirateland Family Camping Resort- Myrtle Beach, SC

Pirateland Family Camping Resort is located on the shores of Myrtle Beach, but tucked away on the southern end. This allows visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of Myrtle Beach without going to far.

This campground is a favorite amongst my kids, as well as having outstanding reviews. If primitive camping is your thing, however, this one may not be the spot for you. It’s more resort-like than primitive, but is a crowd pleaser if you need to keep kids busy!

Pirateland offers tent and RV sites, as well as vacation rental units. And, if you visit and fall in love with the place, they offer long-term options as well.

The rental units are well maintained, cozy cabin-like trailers with multiple options such as amount of bedrooms, covered decks, outside grills, tv, etc.

The campground itself has tons of amenities and activities on site to keep the whole family busy.

The Pirates Oasis Waterpark is always a favorite in my family, with an Olympic size pool, lazy river, and splash pool. Private beach access is a huge plus! There is also mini-golf, paddle boards and kayaks, basketball courts, playground, arcade and a recreation room.

2. Ocean Lakes Family Campground- Myrtle Beach, SC

Similar to Pirateland above, Ocean Lakes Family Campground is tucked away on the shores of Myrtle Beach. The campground also offers more resort-like amenities for campers and endless activities.

Another favorite of my kids, Ocean Lakes offers tent and RV sites. All sites offer Wi-Fi, daily trash pickup, water and sewer, electric, and cable tv hookup. If you would rather not camp, vacation rental beach houses and vacation trailers are available as well.

But, the real fun is at Sandy Harbor Family Fun Center! I can’t say enough good things about this place. Between the 3 acres of incredible water features, mini golf, indoor pool, splash zone, and Game Center, there’s something for the whole family!

And, to top it off, there’s private beach access!

3. Lakewood Camping Resort- Myrtle Beach, SC

Another camping resort located in Myrtle Beach, no list of family-friendly campgrounds in SC would be complete without it!

Okay, so I know I said above that those places were favorites of my kids—and they are. But, Lakewood Camping Resort is their most favorite campground located on the beach. They ask to go back time and time again.

And speaking of beach, you’re right on the shore here! Lakewood sits on almost three-hundred aces and stretched along a half-mile of beachfront. That’s more beachfront than any other resort in the area.

Lakewood Camping Resort offers over 1000 tent and RV sites, as well as vacation rentals. Choose from ocean or lakefront sites, or enjoy a nice shaded spot. The majority of all sites here provide full-hookups, Wi-Fi, and cable access.

When you’re ready to explore the almost three-hundred acres here, check out the putt putt course, kids club, and beachfront playground. Then enjoy taking a pedal boat, kayak, or canoe out on the water or check out the massive water park!

There are bikes available to ride as well as basketball, pickle ball, and volleyball.

4. Myrtle Beach State Park Campground- Myrtle Beach, SC

Located close enough to the Grand Strand to be near restaurants and activities, yet camping at Myrtle Beach State Park feels like you a miles away from the busy of the city.

Surrounded by oceanfront maritime forests, the state park sits along a mostly undeveloped shoreline. There are plenty of camping spots here, with the park having an overflow camping area as well.

A word of advice, however—the overflow spots can be small, cramped, and they are definitely not made for RV’s. There are also a few cabins that can be rented here.

The main campground is laid out nicely, with a camp store, playground, and nature center. There is a nature trail also that my kids really enjoyed.

The state park has a massive fishing pier that tends to be a hot spot for visitors. Make sure to take a picture in the gigantic deck chair on the pier while your here!

There is a pier store with really neat souvenirs and fishing items located at the entrance to the pier and a boardwalk to lead campers to the beach. Near the pier is another playground that kids can enjoy, but this one is not limited to campers only.

5. Edisto Beach State Park Campground- Edisto Island, SC

Edisto Beach State Park, located in, is such a stunning place! Family-camping here is unique and your sure to have a blast!

The park offers 2 campgrounds with 120 tent and RV sites, with 115 of those providing electric. There are also 7 cabins located in the salt marsh area here that can be rented and the parks has 1.5 miles of beach.

If you’re a seashell lover you will be excited because the shoreline at Edisto Beach State Park is laden with seashells!

Don’t forget to check out the Environmental Learning Center with interactive exhibits, sea life, and more, to learn more about the unique ecosystem here. And be sure to enjoy the 4 miles of ADA accessible trails, with the Scotts Creek Trail being my kids favorite.

6. Hunting Island State Park Campground- St Helena Island, SC

Hailed as South Carolina’s most popular park, over a million visitors come to Hunting Island State Park yearly. With approximately 3000 acres of salt marsh, over 4 miles of beach, and a lagoon that’s home to seahorses and barracuda, Hunting Island is a must-see of family-friendly campgrounds in SC.

There are 2 campgrounds at the park, with one of them having electric and water hookups and being suitable for tents or RV’s. If you prefer primitive camping then you will like it here. There is a walk-in tent camping area with tent pads, fire pits, and picnic tables. Both campgrounds are convenient to hot showers and restrooms.

When you’re ready to explore the area there is plenty to keep the whole family happy. Be sure the check out the historic Hunting Island Lighthouse, the Marsh Boardwalk, and the Nature Center (my kids love seeing the alligators here!). Also, make time for a ferry tour to St. Phillips Island!

7. The Campground at James Island County Park- James Island, SC

Just a short drive from Charleston you will find James Island County Park. This 643-acre park offers an abundance of recreational opportunities and should definitely make the list of family-friendly campgrounds in SC.

The campsites feature electric at all sites, full hookups, a fire ring, and a picnic table. The campground has an activity center, laundry facility, full-service campground store, and modern bathhouses. And, there is free Wi-Fi, and propane, ice, and firewood are offered for sale on site.

Your family wont run out of things to do while camping here either. The park has plenty of recreational activities to keep the whole family busy enjoying nature. There are miles of paved trails to explore, and 16 acres of freshwater lakes for fishing. There is also a splash zone water park, climbing wall, and a spray play fountain.

When your done with all of that, be sure to check out the tidal creek fishing and crabbing dock, and then rent a kayak, peddle boat, stand-up paddle board, or bicycle to explore some more!

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Family-Friendly Campgrounds in SC: Midlands Region

The following places to camp in the Midlands Region of SC are perfect spots to enjoy nature with family.

8. Dreher Island State Park- Prosperity, SC

Offering 348 acres of land across three islands—with 12 miles of shoreline on Lake Murray—Dreher Island State Park is such a unique and memorable place to camp with kids.

Located 30 miles from Columbia, Dreher Island is a favorite among families and fisherman alike. The park provides some of the best striped and large-mouth bass fishing spots, and is a popular location for national fishing tournaments.

There are 2 campgrounds with 97 sites available for both RV’s and tents and 15 tent only sites. The campgrounds themselves are super neat since they are each located on their own islands. Both campgrounds are lakefront with easy access to the shores. Water and electric hookup is provided and both campgrounds have access to restrooms and hot showers.

When your family is ready for some outdoor fun the park offers 3 trails, 3 playgrounds for the kiddos, and 3 private boat launches. The bridges connecting the islands are spectacular spots to catch the sunrise or sunset, or to just take a stroll. There is a tackle shop and a marina, and you can rent fishing gear here also.

9. Hamilton Branch State Park- Plum Branch, SC

Located on a peninsula on Strom Thurmond Lake in Plum Branch, Hamilton Branch State Recreation Area is a crowd pleaser if your family enjoys fun on the water! With 731 acres and over 150 lakefront camping sites, this is definitely one of the best family-friendly campgrounds in SC.

The campground offers sites for both RV’s and tents, with electric and water hookups, as well as primitive spots. There are 8 comfort stations located throughout the campground which provide restrooms and hot showers. There are also dump stations for RV’s.

As far as activities go, getting in the water, out on the boat, or fishing is the name of the game here. Enjoy endless opportunities to swim in the lake, kayak, or paddle board, Fish from the shore or launch your boat from one of the parks 2 boat ramps.

But if your ready to take a break from the water, there is bicycle rental, a hiking trail, and playground equipment inside the park.

10. Lake Wateree State Park- Winnsboro, SC

One of the smaller campgrounds on the list, Lake Wateree State Park is still big on fun! Located on Lake Wateree in Winnsboro, SC, this campground is a favorite for families who like to fish and swim.

The park offers two campgrounds with almost 100 campsites. 23 of the sites are lakefront and all sites offer electric and water. There are pull thru sites available and both campgrounds are convenient to restrooms and hot showers.

When you’re ready to venture out, check out the swimming area and hiking trails. There is also a pretty awesome playground here for the kids as well as a park store and gift shop. Canoe and kayak rentals are offered at the park store as well.

11. River Bottom Farms Family Campground- Swansea, SC

If your searching for good, down-on-the-farm-family-fun, well River Bottom Farms Family Campground in Swansea, SC, is where it’s at! Located on 43 acres of South Carolina farmland with tons of activities and surrounded by nature, your kids will love it here!

River Bottom Farms Family Campground offers over 70 large grassy sites, 25 pull-through, 52 full hook-up, as well as tent camping with fire rings. There is a dump station, general store, laundry facility, and restrooms with hot showers.

The recreational amenities offered at River Bottom is what will have your kids wanting to come back year after year! There is a seasonal, outdoor pool, a recreation field with horseshoes and vollyball, a club room, and an arcade. If that wasn’t enough, there is also a playground, jumping pillow, nature walk, and GaGa ball and human foosball courts.

And, the fisherman in the family can enjoy fishing for bass, brim and sunfish in the five stocked ponds, the Sleepy Creek, or the North Edisto River.

12. Campground at Ebeneezer Park- Rock Hill, SC

Ebeneezer Park Campground is in York County, SC, and is located on the shores of Lake Wylie. A county owned park, Ebeneezer has a wide variety of activities for the whole family to enjoy!

The campground here offers 66 tent, RV, and primitive camping spots, with all having electric and water. The sites are clean and well-kept and there is access to restrooms and hot showers. There is also a ranger station and store located in the park close by.

The fun at Ebeneezer Park really begins with the outdoor activities! There are plenty of picnic tables, a basketball court, a volleyball court, and a playground. The swimming area is awesome here with a clean, gradually sloping beach.

Fishing is popular here and there is also an over-water boardwalk that circles the swimming area that is fantastic at sunrise and sunset!

Note: As of publication of this article, Ebeneezer Park is currently closed for renovations. We will continue to monitor their progress and update this when they have reopened.

Kid-Friendly Campgrounds in SC: The Mountains Region

The Mountains Region of SC is packed with must-visit, family-friendly campgrounds. The ones below are sure to please the whole family.

13. Devil’s Fork State Park – Salem, SC

Starting the list of family-friendly campgrounds in the SC Mountains Region is a gorgeous state park in the Blue Ridge Mountains—Devil’s Fork State Park. Located on Lake Jocassee, the state park offers the only public access in the area to the lake.

There are three campgrounds in the park, a main lakeside campground, a boat-in campground, and a primitive, walk-in campground. The main campground offers almost 60 paved sites, with electric and water hookup at each. There is a laundry facility and restrooms with hot showers as well.

Your family will enjoy swimming in the clear waters of Lake Jocassee or hiking the Oconee Bell Nature Trail. Fishing for trout and smallmouth bass is popular here, as well as scuba diving! There is also two playgrounds, Wi-Fi, and a park store and gift shop.

14. Paris Mountain State Park – Greenville, SC

Situated on 1700 acres of land in Greenville is Paris Mountain State Park. A favorite among bikers and hikers, this is 1 of 16 South Carolina State Parks that was built by the civilian conservation corps and its roots date back to the Great Depression.

The campground facilities at Paris Mountain State Park are clean and up-kept. The park offers 39 paved campsites, with each having electric and water hookups. Five of the campsites are trailside. There are restroom facilities confidently located with hot showers and a dump station as well.

When your family is ready to explore the park offers tons of recreational activities. There are canoe, kayak, and peddle boat rentals, playground equipment, and a swimming area. There is also 17 miles of hiking and biking trails, 4 park lakes, and an awesome Park Center with historical exhibits.

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15. Table Rock State Park- Pickens, SC

Located on over 3000 acres of land at the foot of Pinnacle and Table Rock Mountains is Table Rock State Park. A favorite with hikers, the park showcases the beauty of the area with awesome trails, waterfalls, and natural features.

The park offers two campgrounds with water and electric hookups and restroom facilities with hot showers. Campsites are for both RV and tent campers. There is also a laundry facility and a dump station. If primitive camping is more your families thing, Table Rock State Park has 6 primitive, hike-in campsites.

Keep in mind, however, there are no flush toilets or electricity at these sites.

16. Kings Mountain State Park- Blacksburg, SC

Almost 7000 acres of land, over 20 miles of hiking trails, and 2 park lakes make up Kings Mountain State Park in Blacksburg. If you enjoy hiking and history then this park should definitely make your list of family-friendly campgrounds in SC.

Kings Mountain State Park features 115 standard campsites for RV or tent camping and 10 sites for tents only. If your family has a horse, you’ll love this park! There are 15 equestrian campsites with 30 miles of equestrian trails!

Each standard site has water and electrical hookups and convenient access to restroom facilities with hot showers. The tent only sites do not have electric or water hookups, but do have access to a central water area.

As far as things to do, there is a playground as well as canoe and kayak rentals. The living history museum was a hit with my kids and they loved the animals and village. Fishing is big here and your family can rent a non-motorized fishing boat and enjoy the day out on one of the park lakes.

You can also head out to nearby Kings Mountain National Military Park and visit a Revolutionary War site.

17. Keowee Toxaway State Park- Sunset, SC

A smaller state park, but oh so beautiful! Keowee Toxaway State Park provides some of the most breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains that you will find in the state! Located on 1000 acres in the South Carolina Upcountry, if views, hiking, and nature is what your family is looking for, then you’ll love it here!

The campground here doesn’t have a lot of spots, so be sure to get your reservations in early. There are 10 paved sites that have water and electric and are available for both RV and tent campers. Also, there are 10 additional sites designated as tent only that have access to central water. The campground offers clean restrooms and hot showers available for all sites.

There are 5.5 miles of trails here to explore, a swimming area, a canoe, kayak lake access area, and a super neat Zipline tour. The park also has a park store and gift shop.

18. Twin Lakes Recreation Area – Pendleton, SC

Easily a family-favorite, Twin Lakes Recreation Area is located on Hartwell Lake and provides endless fun for all ages!

The campground has 102 campsites for RV and tent campers to choose from, with many having electric and water or being lakefront. There are 5 bathhouses with restrooms and hot showers, 2 dump stations, a designated swim area with a beach, and 5 playgrounds.

The amenities from campers are kept separate from the day use facilities here, so that cuts down on a bit of the crowd. But it’s no secret in the area that Twin Lakes is one of the best family-friendly campgrounds in SC, so sites book up fast.

19. Mile Creek Park Campground- Six Mile, SC

Nestled along the shores of Lake Keowee, Mile Creek Park is fun for all ages and especially popular with fisherman.

The campground here offers 69 waterfront or water view campsites, each with water and electric hookups and open to both RV and tent campers. There is also 3 heated comfort stations with restrooms and hot showers.

When you’re ready to leave your campsite the park offers fun for the whole family! There is a covered basketball court, two playgrounds, and seven miles of shoreline for fishing, swimming, kayaking, or paddle boarding. There is also 3 paved boat launch areas and 2 courtesy docks to head out on the water.

20. Pine Ridge Campground- Roebuck, SC

Conveniently located just minutes from I85, yet feels like you’re away from it all, Pine Ridge Campground is a veteran-owned park that is definitely one of the best family-friendly campgrounds in SC! It truly is beauty here.

Pine Ridge offers full hookup sites with both 30 and 50 amp service, water, and sewer. The campground offers restrooms and hot showers, as well as a laundry facility. There is a fishing pond, peddle boats, a dog run area, and a pool. Also, campers have access to a playground, jumping pad, disc golf, and horseshoes.

21. Oconee  Point Campground- Seneca, SC (ran by army corp of engineers)

Another one of the best family-friendly campgrounds in SC is also located on Hartwell Lake, similar to Twin Lakes Recreation Area. Oconee Point Campground in Seneca sits on approximately 70 acres, providing the perfect spot for family fun in the sun!

The campground offers 70 campsites with water and electric, as well as 5 comfort stations (3 with hot showers), and a dump station. There is also a boat ramp, courtesy dock, and designated swim beach at Oconee Point. And, when your kids are ready to take a break from the water, head over to one of the camps two playgrounds.