Dispersed Camping in Pickens County, South Carolina
Showing 8 locations in Pickens County.
Cantrell Campsite
Primitive backcountry trail campsite nestled within the quiet woods of the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. Accessible strictly via hiking trails, offering a secluded overnight experience surrounded by native forest and nearby mountain peaks.
Keowee Toxaway State Park Campground
A well-maintained state park campground offering paved camping loops, tent sites, trail-side backpacking sites, and RV sites with electric hookups. Nestled in a scenic wooded area near Lake Keowee, the park provides access to local hiking trails and nearby waterfalls. Ideal for tents and small-to-medium RVs, though some pull-through spots can be tight for longer rigs.
Laurel Fork Campsite
A quiet primitive campsite situated along the scenic Foothills Trail, located near the flowing waters of Laurel Fork Falls. This remote site offers an immersive wilderness experience with close proximity to mountain landmarks.
Laurel Forks Campsite
A peaceful designated campsite located close to Laurel Fork Creek, presenting direct access to the regional hiking trail network. Surrounded by dense forest canopy.
Neighborhood Walmart Central
A smaller Neighborhood Walmart parking lot in Central, South Carolina. Offers a level, paved surface suitable for smaller rigs and transit vans.
Oconee Point Campground
A scenic developed campground situated on a peninsula of Lake Hartwell. This park covers 70 acres of pine and mixed hardwood forest, offering 70 public campsites with water and electric hookups. Facilities include restrooms with showers, a dump station, a boat ramp, a swim beach, and playgrounds.
Twin Lakes Campground
Twin Lakes Recreation Area is a scenic, well-maintained lakeside campground managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Lake Hartwell. It features 102 spacious, paved sites with utility hookups, modern bath facilities, and beautiful views of the water.
Virginia Hawkins Campsite
An established primitive wilderness campsite located off Laurel Fork Creek Road, near the scenic Virginia Hawkins Falls. Excellent spot for hike-in campers looking for natural surroundings.