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The best camping near Chester State Park

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Lucky Farms Under the Stars

16 sites ¡ RVs, Tents15 acres ¡ Edgemoor, SC
Learn more about this land: Pitch a tent in our private woods with your own fire pit or set up your camper alongside our trees. 6acres of wooded area with walking trails to forage and explore and 7acre field for playing. My husband and I both love to cook/bake so if you're up for dinner by the fire getting to know new people, we highly recommend our Saturday Dinner in the lobby. We also have private fire pits set up at most of the sites if you'd prefer to keep to yourself. -grills, charcoal or gas, are available upon request. We're more than happy to customize your experience if you have something special in mind. If you want to hang out and have a good time getting to know new people, we can make that happen. Or if you'd rather be left alone for some peace, were good with that too. Instagram: LuckyFarms.LiveHappy
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Norman Farms

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Richburg, SC
Come visit our homestead and experience the beauty of nature. Our property is home to many fruit trees, including peach, fig, persimmon, and mulberry. We also have blueberry bushes and other fruit trees such as apples and plums. Our farm is home to sheep and chickens, so you can experience the joy of interacting with these animals. We have a spot for one RV and multiple spots for dry camping, so you can stay overnight and enjoy the peacefulness of the countryside. Come pick mulberries in our orchard or learn about the variety of plants in our greenhouse. We are located in Richburg, SC, which is a beautiful rural setting that you won't want to miss. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and experience the beauty of our homestead.
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Black Walnut Farmstead

1 site ¡ RV, Tent30 acres ¡ Sharon, SC
Black Walnut Farmstead seeks to re-introduce you to Nature’s gifts. Here is a place to feel the earth beneath your feet, to sense the air & sun touching your skin, to breathe with an animal or a plant, to see the tiny & grand wonders of Creation; and to kindle your own creative spirit. Our agritourism is created as a retreat from lifestyle stressors, opportunities to expand awareness & knowledge, refreshment for body & soul! We're a personal farmstead in Bullock Creek, SC and we offer agritourism opportunities through Personalized Educational Guided Walks to tour the property; to learn about the farmstead animals, plants, & practices and some history of the area. We're also a space for various classes - farmsteading, meditation, Yoga, creativity, .... We came upon this old abandoned farm & 30 acres in 2020 and we're still in the midst of restoring the early 1800's farmhouse & property; adding new barns, gardens, sawmill, walking trails, creative spaces, camping & retreat opportunities, and our Little Country Store & Tiny herbal Tea Room. You're invited to take a guided walking tour of the farmstead ... to take a stroll in our Medicine Garden brimming with traditional herbs and beneficial natives, take a hike around the Huacaya Alpaca pasture and Nubian Goat yard, take a moment to breathe in Nature’s glorious forested areas and another moment to laugh at yardbird antics.
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Private Oasis In The Forest

3 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Irwin, SC
Quite undisturbed forest for 1/2 a century, used for duck hunting in the previous owners family for decades. I’ve started building a small cabin that’s unfinished hopefully completing in the coming years. Fishing pond and small seasonal creek flows after lots of rain. Excited to share it with others!
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Abundance Farm

1 site ¡ RV, Tent12 acres ¡ Chester, SC
Escape to Enchantment: Camp on Our 12-Acre Farm with a Magical Meadow & Forest! Calling all nature enthusiasts and adventurers! Imagine waking up to the gentle crowing of chickens, the sweet callings of baby goats, and the enchanting embrace of a magical meadow forest. Welcome to our 12-acre farm— while a rustic old farm- she’s an oasis of tranquility just a 25-minute drive from Rock Hill. 🌿 Embrace Nature: Experience the great outdoors like never before as you immerse yourself in the lush beauty of our farm. Discover the magic of our sprawling meadow forest, perfect for hiking and exploring. Let the soothing rustle of leaves and the chorus of birdsong rejuvenate your spirit. 🏕️ Camp in Comfort: Pitch your tent amidst the serenity of our farm or park your camper in one of our two parking spots. We offer spacious camping sites that provide proximity to nature. Whether you’re a solo adventurer or camping with loved ones, our magical atmosphere ensures a memorable experience. 🐔 Meet Our Feathered Friends: Greet the sunrise with the cheerful crowing of our resident chickens. 🐐 Bond with Baby Goats: Experience the heartwarming joy of meeting and bonding with our adorable baby goats. Their playful antics and gentle nature will undoubtedly leave a lasting smile on your face. We let them out to play every morning so you’ll get to say hi! 🚗 Adventure Awaits: While nestled in nature’s embrace, you’re only a short 25-minute drive away from the of Rock Hill. Explore local shops, savor delectable cuisine, and explore the richness of the area. 🌅 Create Lasting Memories: Whether you’re roasting marshmallows around the campfire, sharing stories under the stars, or simply relishing the serenity of your surroundings, our farm promises unforgettable moments that you’ll treasure forever. 📅 Book Your Enchanted Getaway: Don’t miss out on the chance to escape the ordinary and embrace the connected life of a 12 acre farm. Book your camping adventure on our 12-acre farm today and let the magic of the meadow forest and the joy of our farm animals create memories that will warm your heart. 👉 Immerse yourself in the enchantment of our farm and experience a getaway like no other. Book now and awaken your spirit to the wonders of nature!
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Acts In Motion Sacred Ranch

9 sites ¡ RVs, Tents7 acres ¡ York, SC
This is a running 7 acre Christian micro-farm/ranch in York, South Carolina, 45-60 minutes S. from Charlotte NC. We do things differently here than what you may expect at typical religious organizations. Our values are encompassed by bringing Christ into every day reality where His love shines 24/7. This is a sacred space where community converges with the beauty of creation. So, first and foremost, it is dedicated for people who are seeking refreshing, harmony, and peace with the Creator in a real, "down-to-earth" way. Come experience the culture of ranch life, times of relaxation around the camp fire, rustic meals, and having fun exploring the Carolinas! We are confident that you will not only enjoy the amazing scenery for camping, you will be encouraged by the warm smiles and hospitality of the staff here to serve you. We are looking forward to your visit soon. Blessings.Features:A rustic scenery with the classic red barn, chapel, pastures, old growth trees, rolling hills, creek, and meadow. We have chickens, sheep, dogs, cats, and wildlife.Learn more about this land:The property is picturesque with pastures, a classic red barn, a chapel, and organic garden space. You will enjoy a peaceful meandering creek, old growth trees, rolling hills, fields, meadow, and animals... serene and beautiful. This sacred space is a balance between primitive camping, and just a short walk away for modern amenities. There are restrooms, showers, laundry, coffee, and WiFi available at your request in the chapel. 
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Trail Blazer Survival Camp

10 sites ¡ Tents30 acres ¡ Union, SC
This property is adjacent to Sumter National Forest land which you are welcome to use as allowed by their policies and procedures. We have three designated, approximately 10' x 10', Tent Sites each with a private cast iron grill and picnic table. There is a shared central fire ring with benches. Hammock campers are allowed to set up throughout the main camping area or by the pond. There is a maintained single restroom and shower a short walk from the tent sites. There is a covered area with 3 additional picnic tables beside the parking area. Campers are encouraged to explore the 30 +/- acres and private 2 acre pond. You are welcome to fish the pond with many campers catching bass and blue gill.
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Rosewood Farm and Agripark

100 sites ¡ Lodging200 acres ¡ Winnsboro, SC
Rosewood Farm and Agripark is my home. I honestly had about the most amazing childhood one could have on this very land! We hunted, fished, made mud pies and played outside for hours, as long as we were in shouting distance for supper time! I am so fortunate to be the daughter of two amazing parents, who had a dream to build a working farm from nothing more than a logging trail in the woods. They built a 3 story, 10,000 square foot house by themselves- while raising a family! We have 200 acres of farmland that features rolling hills, multiple ponds, creeks, farm animals, show horses and countless wildlife viewing opportunities. Wild turkey and deer roam free all over the farm, coveys of dove fly out from the pastures and trails, and coyotes howl in the night. Listen to the frogs croaking, crickets chirping and whipporwhills calling every evening under a magical blanket of stars. Take a guided horseback ride or nature hike through the trails that meander through the woods around the park. Our newest venture is to offer primitive camping and some cabin rentals around our 60 acre Agripark! For those wanting to step it up a notch, we have erected a large concrete floor, covered event barn (for parties, family reunions, weddings, cowboy church, etc..,) and also a huge petting zoo barn with an area behind it for pony rides and 4-h/FFA functions. Also, a special historic Iron Horse miniature train and one mile of track has been purchased to go around the park! A greenhouse is being erected next, that will teach people about aquaponics and hydroponics! We have a rock wall, jumping pillow and many inflatables for the littles to enjoy too! Many things are on the immediate horizon for this special property. While we are under heavy construction at the moment in some areas of the park, many amenities are currently available. Why not unplug from the daily grind and spend time with those that matter most? My goal is to make this land as magical for your family as it has been for mine!
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Cedar Grove Farm RV Site

1 site ¡ RV2 acres ¡ Clover, SC
Cedar Grove RV Site is a peaceful single site that offers full hookups with a nice gravel pad. The site overlooks our 22 acre farm with beautiful rolling hills, cows, goats and chickens. There are some homes nearby but the site is nestled back on it own private acreage. We are within 10 minutes of York, 20 Minutes from Clover, 15 minutes from Kings Mountain, 25 minutes from Lake Wylie and ~30 minutes from both Gastonia and Rock Hill. This is a great central location to go hiking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, and shopping...... or to just sit back, relax and enjoy the country farm life. Please note that you have to be at least 24 years old to rent this site and own a valid drivers license.
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Waterfall camping close to CLT

1 site ¡ RV, Tent2 acres ¡ Bessemer City, NC
My Neighbor has started his own Campsite, "The Swimming Hole". If mine is booked up and you still want to camp, look him up. His is better suited for small groups but has much more privacy. We have a new road to the campsite; you can now drive down with two-wheel drive vehicle or RV down and park near your tent! There is plenty of soft sand to set up one tent or ten tents; large groups are welcome for an extra fee. A Porta-Potty is available at the campsite. Swimming is usually possible at the base of the falls; however, large amounts of rain can change conditions and make it unusable. I should also add, this is not a completely private campsite deep in the woods. The camp is visible from a shared driveway, and my residence is up a hill that overlooks the area. Also, I do not own the land on the other side of the stream. Occasionally, the owners of that land will spend a weekend afternoon enjoying the waterfall view also. Still much quieter and more private than a regular campground. Glamping tents and additional camping tents are available through a local company. Look in the pictures for the tent with red, white, and blue balloons. Message me for details. Close to US National Whitewater Center (mountain biking, whitewater rafting, kayaking), Kings Mountain National Military Park (Horseback riding and history), Crowders Mountain (Hiking), 3 miles off of I-85 and US-321 for people passing through.
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Total Isolation - South 40 Acre Lot

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents51 acres ¡ Lancaster, SC
Learn more about this land:Note:  Site is closed for booking Oct 4 - Jan 1 for deer hunting season, sorry for any inconvenience that might cause, but I like to hunt too.   We will open back up Jan. 2, and hopefully have some more amenities by then too!Isolated Farm Field, surrounded by tree lines and woods for private getaway. Walking trails and a cool running creek to wade in.  Wildlife all around.High Hipcamper booking rate, site goes quick.  Always a steady stream of guests here.  This is the site people go to get away from everything.
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Revolution Park Place

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents1 acre ¡ Charlotte, NC
Get a taste for Charlotte from the comfort of Revolution Park Place! With this site, you get... 🌳 A gated backyard, with lots of shade from trees 🪵 A firepit for those cooler evenings 🐶 A fence for furry friends to roam. We just ask that you clean up after your bbys. 🥏 Two disc golf baskets to perfect that putt! Revolution Park Place is right in the heart of Charlotte where you can access... 🥏 5 World-class disc golf courses within 25 min drive 🚲 You’re just 1 minute away from Revolution Park and Irwin Creek Greenway ⛳️ Walk .6 miles or take a one-minute drive to Charles L. Stafford Golf Course 🏟 9 Minutes to Bank of America Stadium - Home of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC 🍻 6 Minutes to South End with local breweries, shops and restaurants galore! 🚃 7 Minutes to the nearest Lynx station - Charlotte’s lite rail system 🛍 15 Minutes to Plaza Midwood and NoDa
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The best camping near Chester State Park guide

Overview

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What comes to mind when you think of a quality day outdoors? We’re thinking Chester State Park is going to top the list very soon. Start a pick-up game of disc golf on the 18 and nine hole golf courses. Hang by the lake to fish and bird watch, take the boat out for a spin, or romp around on the playground. If you’ve never tried geocatching, there’s no place better to start! Chester has the family-fun atmosphere you didn’t know you were looking for.

Notable campgrounds

  • Camper Cabins: Enjoy a rustic retreat with the comfort of a roof over your head in one of the park's cozy camper cabins.
  • Lakeview Hall Campsites: Set up your tent or park your RV at these scenic sites offering stunning views and easy lake access.
  • Caney Fork Creek Campsites: Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature at these campsites nestled along the park's picturesque creek.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early, especially for peak seasons, to ensure you secure your ideal campsite at Chester State Park.
  • Consider visiting during the weekdays for better availability and a quieter camping experience.
  • Keep an eye on cancellation policies and check back regularly for newly available spots.
  • Explore nearby camping options to maximize your chances of finding a great spot if the park is fully booked.

When to go

The best time to visit Chester State Park is during spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer offers warm days perfect for boating and fishing, while winter provides a peaceful atmosphere. Avoid holiday weekends if you prefer a quieter visit, as the park is a popular local destination.

Know before you go

  • Check the weather forecast and pack accordingly, as conditions can change rapidly.
  • Pets are welcome in most outdoor areas, but remember to keep them on a leash no longer than six feet.
  • There is no wifi available in the park, so plan for a digital detox during your visit.
  • Admission fees are $3 for adults, $1.50 for SC seniors, and $1 for children aged 6-15; those 5 and under enter free.
  • Remember to bring cash or checks, as some facilities may not accept credit cards.

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