The best forest camping near Columbia

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Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate camping resource! With over 699 options near Columbia, South Carolina that offer a forest terrain, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Rosewood Farm and Agripark (123 reviews), Southeast Outdoor Adventure Ctr (117 reviews), and Private Oasis In The Forest (105 reviews). With popular amenities like trash disposal, toilets, and campfire pits, and activities such as swimming, boating, and whitewater paddling, your camping experience will be nothing short of amazing. Plus, with an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $10, camping has never been more affordable. So go ahead, embrace the great outdoors and start planning your camping trip today!

96% (948) 113 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Columbia

Christina's Paradise

1. Christina's Paradise

96%
(92)
5.8mi from Columbia · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land: Enjoy your stay at my cozy paradise. Take a swim in the pool or a morning walk around our circular driveway. 10 laps equal 2 miles, Or just enjoy your quiet time at the adult swing section. Park in any available spot that is open.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$80
 / night
KALEIDOSCOPE FARM - Nature!

2. KALEIDOSCOPE FARM - Nature!

96%
(56)
14mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents
Our land is family land that has been untouched for years. We are working on the land to make trails and clear more of the woods. There is an old cemetery here, creeks, hills and valleys. It's beautiful. Wildlife such as deer, rabbits, turkeys and more can be seen in the woods. Learn more about this land: We have 33 acres with hills and valleys. There is an old dirt and gravel road lined with trees, a natural spring that usually has water, large rocks, a very old cemetery, wildlife, and beautiful wildflowers and blackberries depending on the time of the year. Our house and land have been in my family over 200 years. Lots of history! Come out and visit and enjoy nature! Deer and turkey are active now too! We have grills for you to use, a picnic table, swings and fire pits.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$25
 / night
Too Many Oaks Plantation

3. Too Many Oaks Plantation

98%
(101)
21mi from Columbia · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
We have 21 acres in the sand hills of Calhoun county just outside Columbia S C. Apply named Too Many Oaks Plantation, a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy time in your hammock reading by day and a roaring bonfire by night, We are planting a small mixed fruit orchard and building a chicken coop and garden to enjoy fresh eggs and whatever is in season. Close to Columbia ( 30 minutes ) for a nice trip to the zoo or a float down the Saluda River with Adventure Carolina. A perfect mix of nice and quite but still close to town. Also just in Synchronous fireflies, which are fireflies that gather and flash their lights at the same time as part of a mating ritual, are expected to light up the Congaree National Park in May. Check with park for details
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$25
 / night
Sesquicentennial State Park

4. Sesquicentennial State Park

88%
(4)
74 sites · Dentsville, South Carolina
Discover the natural charm of Sesquicentennial State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Congaree National Park

5. Congaree National Park

91%
(11)
20 sites · Gadsden, South Carolina
See the swamplands of South Carolina at Congaree National Park.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Rosewood Farm and Agripark

6. Rosewood Farm and Agripark

99%
(187)
32mi from Columbia · 100 sites · Lodging
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 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 greenhouse is being erected next, that will teach people about aquaponics and hydroponics! 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!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$80
 / night
Prices Bridge Inn & Campgrounds

7. Prices Bridge Inn & Campgrounds

97%
(59)
35mi from Columbia · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging
We have an absolutely gorgeous 12 acres of mostly wooded and/or lakefront land on the West end of Lake Murray (Saluda River). Me, my wife, and three kids live and work on a 20 acre forest nestled in the backwaters of Lake Murray. Behind Prices Bridge, we have what nature lovers refer to "OH MY GAWD"... Our land forms a peninsula, which is very private, secluded, and SAFE. If you want to refresh, recharge or spend quality time with family or friends, we'd love to host you. *Prices Bridge being a low bridge also means if you bring a large boat you may need to use the marina or any of the free boat launches within a mile of our site... kayaks, canoes, john boats all fit under. :-)
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
Double J Acres

8. Double J Acres

100%
(19)
39mi from Columbia · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
1 full acre with open space and tall pines, located 10 miles from town, 10 minutes from the Santee state park and lake Marion, less than 1 mile from 2 boat landings, Stumphole landing and popular creek landing, both with small wonderful resturants to serve you, 15 minutes from I-95, 1 hour from Charleston, Columbia and Florence, we have primitive tent spaces and 1 RV camper hook up with water, power and sewage available, plenty of room for boats and other vehicle parking
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
$32
 / night
Wolff Woods

9. Wolff Woods

95%
(66)
42mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Wolff Woods is 18 acres of pine forest, grassy fields, and other trees and shrubs. There are multiple areas of the property to set up camp whether you want to be covered by trees or want to play in the grass and gaze at the stars, Wolff Woods is the place to be. The property is surrounded by fields and is very private. There are also multiple entrances to the property, perfect for RVs or smaller vehicles. We also have a backyard swimming pool that campers are welcome to use upon request. We are pet friendly and just kindly ask that you give us a heads up before arrival so we can put our own dog away. We hope to see you soon. :)
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$19
 / night
Poinsett State Park

10. Poinsett State Park

100%
(4)
55 sites · Wedgefield, South Carolina
Discover the natural splendor of Poinsett State Park's diverse landscapes.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Sumter National Forest

11. Sumter National Forest

88%
(13)
259 sites · Joanna, South Carolina
Explore the vast South Carolina wilderness on foot, by bike, or by boat
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Lake Wateree State Park

12. Lake Wateree State Park

80%
(6)
69 sites · Great Falls, South Carolina
Enjoy on plenty of water-based activities with a name like Wateree.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Dreher Island State Park

13. Dreher Island State Park

96%
(12)
110 sites · Chapin, South Carolina
Discover Dreher Island State Park's scenic beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Private Oasis In The Forest

14. Private Oasis In The Forest

96%
(224)
42mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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! Note: Daylight arrival at least an hour before sunset recommended! FYI out of firewood at this time
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$19
 / night
Camp at The Farm - Outside Inn

15. Camp at The Farm - Outside Inn

99%
(41)
44mi from Columbia · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
We are a family campground with a focus on keeping things natural. Enjoy an afternoon with the farm animals, a stroll through the woods, star gazing at night and fellowship with friends. Our campground hosts outdoor movies under the stars (see events for dates & times) as well as farm tours and snuggles sessions with the animals.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$51
 / night
Rustic Natural Campsite

16. Rustic Natural Campsite

99%
(75)
43mi from Columbia · 1 site · Tent, RV
We are located on 11 acres. Wooded areas, hiking trails on-site. Perfect place to watch for deer and other animals including our 8 on-leash dogs! It is a train lover's dream because we are close to the tracks and enjoy watching the train come and go so much so that the conductor toots and waves to us!! The Santee State Park has many water activities, picnic areas, and hiking trails. There are several golf courses nearby, and a local restaurant/bar within walking distance which often offers trivia, karaoke, pool tables, and live music. Just be careful as you will be walking on the side of a main road as well as over train tracks.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$20
 / night
Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC

17. Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC

97%
(182)
44mi from Columbia · 12 sites · Tents, RVs
Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC is a private lodging establishment offering short term sites to campers, transient guest and outdoor enthusiast who desire rest, relaxation and recreation. The fringe land is old farm land now being repurposed for outdoor activities. The RV Park is the developed part of an old Farm planted in pines bordering Big Creek/Lake Murray.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$25
 / night
Norman Farms

18. Norman Farms

98%
(46)
47mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
$15
 / night
The Goodson Forest Estate

19. The Goodson Forest Estate

81%
(35)
4.4mi from Columbia · 105 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Experience the Garden of Eden. This forest is in a safe environment with all it's beauty and Glory. Get lost without getting lost. Civilization on every side. Paradise within. Come see and feel the love. Positive Energy. 
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$65
 / night
Lakefront Grove

20. Lakefront Grove

100%
(1)
11mi from Columbia · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to our peaceful forest retreat nestled among towering pine trees with direct lakefront access. Enjoy a private boat dock and ramp, a kayak ready for exploring (we have another, just ask), and short gravel walking trails winding through buzzing wildlife and fresh woodland air. The property offers a generous tent setup area, 2 fire pits, hammock hooks, and a picnic table for cozy outdoor gatherings. Located in a quiet wooded neighborhood, it’s a true off-grid experience—please note there is no bathroom on-site and fishing is not permitted. Swimming is optional, but please be aware we have a few local crocodiles living in this lake! Perfect for campers seeking solitude, nature, and simple lakeside living. Please: •Use the driveway near the address sign •Bring your own bathroom •Dispose of your trash •Fully put out fires & rake around pits before and after use •Do not drive onto open camp site area where tents are set up •Keep volume to a respectful level out of courtesy to the neighbors
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$35
 / night

Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate camping resource! With over 699 options near Columbia, South Carolina that offer a forest terrain, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out Rosewood Farm and Agripark (123 reviews), Southeast Outdoor Adventure Ctr (117 reviews), and Private Oasis In The Forest (105 reviews). With popular amenities like trash disposal, toilets, and campfire pits, and activities such as swimming, boating, and whitewater paddling, your camping experience will be nothing short of amazing. Plus, with an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $10, camping has never been more affordable. So go ahead, embrace the great outdoors and start planning your camping trip today!

96% (948) 113 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Columbia

Christina's Paradise

1. Christina's Paradise

96%
(92)
5.8mi from Columbia · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land: Enjoy your stay at my cozy paradise. Take a swim in the pool or a morning walk around our circular driveway. 10 laps equal 2 miles, Or just enjoy your quiet time at the adult swing section. Park in any available spot that is open.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$80
 / night
KALEIDOSCOPE FARM - Nature!

2. KALEIDOSCOPE FARM - Nature!

96%
(56)
14mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents
Our land is family land that has been untouched for years. We are working on the land to make trails and clear more of the woods. There is an old cemetery here, creeks, hills and valleys. It's beautiful. Wildlife such as deer, rabbits, turkeys and more can be seen in the woods. Learn more about this land: We have 33 acres with hills and valleys. There is an old dirt and gravel road lined with trees, a natural spring that usually has water, large rocks, a very old cemetery, wildlife, and beautiful wildflowers and blackberries depending on the time of the year. Our house and land have been in my family over 200 years. Lots of history! Come out and visit and enjoy nature! Deer and turkey are active now too! We have grills for you to use, a picnic table, swings and fire pits.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$25
 / night
Too Many Oaks Plantation

3. Too Many Oaks Plantation

98%
(101)
21mi from Columbia · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
We have 21 acres in the sand hills of Calhoun county just outside Columbia S C. Apply named Too Many Oaks Plantation, a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy time in your hammock reading by day and a roaring bonfire by night, We are planting a small mixed fruit orchard and building a chicken coop and garden to enjoy fresh eggs and whatever is in season. Close to Columbia ( 30 minutes ) for a nice trip to the zoo or a float down the Saluda River with Adventure Carolina. A perfect mix of nice and quite but still close to town. Also just in Synchronous fireflies, which are fireflies that gather and flash their lights at the same time as part of a mating ritual, are expected to light up the Congaree National Park in May. Check with park for details
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$25
 / night
Sesquicentennial State Park

4. Sesquicentennial State Park

88%
(4)
74 sites · Dentsville, South Carolina
Discover the natural charm of Sesquicentennial State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Congaree National Park

5. Congaree National Park

91%
(11)
20 sites · Gadsden, South Carolina
See the swamplands of South Carolina at Congaree National Park.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Rosewood Farm and Agripark

6. Rosewood Farm and Agripark

99%
(187)
32mi from Columbia · 100 sites · Lodging
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 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 greenhouse is being erected next, that will teach people about aquaponics and hydroponics! 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!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$80
 / night
Prices Bridge Inn & Campgrounds

7. Prices Bridge Inn & Campgrounds

97%
(59)
35mi from Columbia · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging
We have an absolutely gorgeous 12 acres of mostly wooded and/or lakefront land on the West end of Lake Murray (Saluda River). Me, my wife, and three kids live and work on a 20 acre forest nestled in the backwaters of Lake Murray. Behind Prices Bridge, we have what nature lovers refer to "OH MY GAWD"... Our land forms a peninsula, which is very private, secluded, and SAFE. If you want to refresh, recharge or spend quality time with family or friends, we'd love to host you. *Prices Bridge being a low bridge also means if you bring a large boat you may need to use the marina or any of the free boat launches within a mile of our site... kayaks, canoes, john boats all fit under. :-)
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
Double J Acres

8. Double J Acres

100%
(19)
39mi from Columbia · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
1 full acre with open space and tall pines, located 10 miles from town, 10 minutes from the Santee state park and lake Marion, less than 1 mile from 2 boat landings, Stumphole landing and popular creek landing, both with small wonderful resturants to serve you, 15 minutes from I-95, 1 hour from Charleston, Columbia and Florence, we have primitive tent spaces and 1 RV camper hook up with water, power and sewage available, plenty of room for boats and other vehicle parking
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
$32
 / night
Wolff Woods

9. Wolff Woods

95%
(66)
42mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Wolff Woods is 18 acres of pine forest, grassy fields, and other trees and shrubs. There are multiple areas of the property to set up camp whether you want to be covered by trees or want to play in the grass and gaze at the stars, Wolff Woods is the place to be. The property is surrounded by fields and is very private. There are also multiple entrances to the property, perfect for RVs or smaller vehicles. We also have a backyard swimming pool that campers are welcome to use upon request. We are pet friendly and just kindly ask that you give us a heads up before arrival so we can put our own dog away. We hope to see you soon. :)
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$19
 / night
Poinsett State Park

10. Poinsett State Park

100%
(4)
55 sites · Wedgefield, South Carolina
Discover the natural splendor of Poinsett State Park's diverse landscapes.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Sumter National Forest

11. Sumter National Forest

88%
(13)
259 sites · Joanna, South Carolina
Explore the vast South Carolina wilderness on foot, by bike, or by boat
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Lake Wateree State Park

12. Lake Wateree State Park

80%
(6)
69 sites · Great Falls, South Carolina
Enjoy on plenty of water-based activities with a name like Wateree.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Dreher Island State Park

13. Dreher Island State Park

96%
(12)
110 sites · Chapin, South Carolina
Discover Dreher Island State Park's scenic beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Private Oasis In The Forest

14. Private Oasis In The Forest

96%
(224)
42mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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! Note: Daylight arrival at least an hour before sunset recommended! FYI out of firewood at this time
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$19
 / night
Camp at The Farm - Outside Inn

15. Camp at The Farm - Outside Inn

99%
(41)
44mi from Columbia · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
We are a family campground with a focus on keeping things natural. Enjoy an afternoon with the farm animals, a stroll through the woods, star gazing at night and fellowship with friends. Our campground hosts outdoor movies under the stars (see events for dates & times) as well as farm tours and snuggles sessions with the animals.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$51
 / night
Rustic Natural Campsite

16. Rustic Natural Campsite

99%
(75)
43mi from Columbia · 1 site · Tent, RV
We are located on 11 acres. Wooded areas, hiking trails on-site. Perfect place to watch for deer and other animals including our 8 on-leash dogs! It is a train lover's dream because we are close to the tracks and enjoy watching the train come and go so much so that the conductor toots and waves to us!! The Santee State Park has many water activities, picnic areas, and hiking trails. There are several golf courses nearby, and a local restaurant/bar within walking distance which often offers trivia, karaoke, pool tables, and live music. Just be careful as you will be walking on the side of a main road as well as over train tracks.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$20
 / night
Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC

17. Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC

97%
(182)
44mi from Columbia · 12 sites · Tents, RVs
Big Creek RV Park of Saluda SC is a private lodging establishment offering short term sites to campers, transient guest and outdoor enthusiast who desire rest, relaxation and recreation. The fringe land is old farm land now being repurposed for outdoor activities. The RV Park is the developed part of an old Farm planted in pines bordering Big Creek/Lake Murray.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$25
 / night
Norman Farms

18. Norman Farms

98%
(46)
47mi from Columbia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
$15
 / night
The Goodson Forest Estate

19. The Goodson Forest Estate

81%
(35)
4.4mi from Columbia · 105 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Experience the Garden of Eden. This forest is in a safe environment with all it's beauty and Glory. Get lost without getting lost. Civilization on every side. Paradise within. Come see and feel the love. Positive Energy. 
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$65
 / night
Lakefront Grove

20. Lakefront Grove

100%
(1)
11mi from Columbia · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to our peaceful forest retreat nestled among towering pine trees with direct lakefront access. Enjoy a private boat dock and ramp, a kayak ready for exploring (we have another, just ask), and short gravel walking trails winding through buzzing wildlife and fresh woodland air. The property offers a generous tent setup area, 2 fire pits, hammock hooks, and a picnic table for cozy outdoor gatherings. Located in a quiet wooded neighborhood, it’s a true off-grid experience—please note there is no bathroom on-site and fishing is not permitted. Swimming is optional, but please be aware we have a few local crocodiles living in this lake! Perfect for campers seeking solitude, nature, and simple lakeside living. Please: •Use the driveway near the address sign •Bring your own bathroom •Dispose of your trash •Fully put out fires & rake around pits before and after use •Do not drive onto open camp site area where tents are set up •Keep volume to a respectful level out of courtesy to the neighbors
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$35
 / night

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