The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Mauldin, South Carolina

In Mauldin, camping with your pets means options—over 2,100 spots welcome furry companions, from open meadows to riverside clearings. You’ll find campsites with showers, pet-friendly policies, and toilets, so comfort isn’t an afterthought. Hiking trails cut through forests, swimming holes break up summer heat, and wildlife-watching starts right from your tent flap. Prices run the spectrum, with nights starting at $15 and averaging $46. Local favorites include Pisgah Forest Mountain Meadows (371 reviews) for its mountain views, Riverside Camping on the Farm (241 reviews) with creek access, and DuPont Bike Retreat (230 reviews) where trails start at your site. Bring your dog and hit the woods—Mauldin doesn’t make you choose between adventure and your best friend.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Mauldin

In Mauldin, camping with your pets means options—over 2,100 spots welcome furry companions, from open meadows to riverside clearings. You’ll find campsites with showers, pet-friendly policies, and toilets, so comfort isn’t an afterthought. Hiking trails cut through forests, swimming holes break up summer heat, and wildlife-watching starts right from your tent flap. Prices run the spectrum, with nights starting at $15 and averaging $46. Local favorites include Pisgah Forest Mountain Meadows (371 reviews) for its mountain views, Riverside Camping on the Farm (241 reviews) with creek access, and DuPont Bike Retreat (230 reviews) where trails start at your site. Bring your dog and hit the woods—Mauldin doesn’t make you choose between adventure and your best friend.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Mauldin

1. Dream Stream

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31mi from Mauldin · 3 sites · RVs

- One acre set in a mountain valley on Pearson Falls Rd.. - Small stream running through the middle. - Town of Saluda, NC within walking distance, 3/4 mile away. - Pearson Falls is a delightful waterfall 1.5 miles down the road. - Great area for cyclists to camp. Site is on a frequently used cycling route. - Hiking available all around in general area. (Missing Forty trail is within walking distance)

2. Star Sky-Boho Rustic Tiny Home

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44mi from Mauldin · 1 site · Lodging

Star Sky - A unique 300-square-foot bohemian rustic tiny home experience with a wood-fired hot tub located 20 minutes from Downtown Asheville, NC. The space Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Tiny Home Star Sky offers you the unique boho rustic experience you've been dreaming of. Just 20 minutes from Downtown Asheville and Hendersonville you will be mesmerized by the thoughtfully curated space as soon as you drive up to your mountain escape. ▸ Wood-fired sauna (wood will be provided) ▸ Clean modern open design ▸ Fully equipped kitchen (Terra Kaffe whole bean espresso machine) ▸ High-Speed Tesla Starlink Wi-Fi ▸ Free parking ▸ Patios ▸ Outdoor fire pit area ▸ more below ◂ This stunning space was professionally and meticulously designed to provide guests with a cozy stay. The black modern exterior of Star Sky contrasting the interior cedar and oak wood finishes is the perfect compliment and makes the home pop. All of the rooms feature furniture, stoneware, and appliances from high-end companies such as West Elm, CB2, Article, Fable, Caraway, Terra Kaffe, and many more. ▸ living room + dining area ◂ A perfect place to relax after a long day of hiking, driving up the Blue Ridge Parkway or exploring The Biltmore Estate. Make yourself a warm latte or pour a local craft beer that is provided for your enjoyment. ▸ Rattan daybed from Article ▸ Hand crafted coffee table ▸ Wool natural fiber rug ▸ Mango wood bistro table and two saddle leather chairs from West Elm lit up by rattan fixure ▸ Rattan poufs ▸ Exterior wood deck with views of creek and woods ▸ kitchen ◂ Fully equipped kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, stoneware, and pans to create delicious homemade meals as well as earth-friendly cleaning supplies. The cabinetry is painted jet black to make the wood shelves pop against the dark hue ▸ Granite countertop ▸ dishwasher ▸ Blueland dishwasher tablets ▸ Blueland all-purpose cleaning spray ▸ Terra Kaffe super-automatic coffee machine w/ local whole coffee beans ▸ SMEG fridge ▸ Caraway green pans ▸ West Elm stoneware and glassware ▸ Salt, pepper, and olive oil ▸ Sink with hot and cold water ▸ Bedroom

3. Camp Serene

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46mi from Mauldin · 4 sites · RVs

LAKE LURE IS OPEN! This property has been many things through the years, an apple orchard, a water park, and is now a 3 site RV park located in a small rural neighborhood. It is conveniently located off NC State Hwy 64/74A, close to Chimney Rock State Park, Lake Lure, Tryon Equestrian Center, wineries, hiking and more.

4. The Farmstead at Mill Spring

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43mi from Mauldin · 12 sites · Lodging

The Farmstead is a special type of experience because it offers guests an opportunity to reconnect with themselves in a way that others do not. In addition to providing a beautiful and relaxing retreat, the Farmstead is run by missionaries who are committed to providing water, schooling, mentorship, and trade skills to children in Tanzania. Every stay at the Farmstead brings one day of school —and we hope that you will join us in our cause!

5. Rooster Ridge Cabin

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43mi from Mauldin · 2 sites · Lodging

Rooster Ridge cabin is 12 years old. I had it built as a vacation rental, it's my most cozy and comfortable cabin. Centrally located between Chimney Rock and Hendersonville, NC. A 4 wheel drive is not necessary.Learn more about this land: Sensational Cabin Get Away. Looking for a great and affordable getaway in North Carolina? Look no further, this is it! The cabin at 'Rooster Ridge' is a  two bedroom, two bath retreat, located mid-way between Hendersonville and Lake Lure NC. Convenient to downtown, Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and Asheville this is the best of both worlds. A private deck off the master bedroom, features a relaxing hot tub spa for your enjoyment. The rustic fireplace and comfortable living area are perfect for movie nights in front of the 42'' flat screen tv. The Cabin at 'Rooster Ridge' is cozy, clean and waiting for you.

Public campgrounds near Mauldin

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Paris Mountain Campground

11mi from Mauldin · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in Paris Mountain State Park

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Croft Campground

27mi from Mauldin · 94 sites · Tents, RVs · in Croft State Park

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Table Rock Campground

28mi from Mauldin · 113 sites · Tents, RVs · in Table Rock State Park

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Twin Lakes Campground

34mi from Mauldin · 99 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Hartwell State Park

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Oconee Point Campground

35mi from Mauldin · 70 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Hartwell State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Craig

November 2025

21 ft travel trailer

6 nights at Camp Serene

It was the perfect fall getaway. Nice and quiet, clean campsites. Leslie was warm, inviting and accommodating. Great communication!! Will be back!!

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Nataleigh

November 2025

With pets

2 nights at Star Sky-Boho Rustic Tiny Home

Absolutely fantastic stay, a much needed escape to the mountains.

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Kristyn

October 2025

23 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Dream Stream

This was our first HipCamp experience! Drew’s property is quaint and the creek is fun for kids to explore. Love that it was so close to apple picking and downtown Saluda. The property is right on a gravel road that is used sporadically but never feared for our children’s or our dog’s safety. Hookups were easy. Thanks Drew!

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Sherri

September 2025

24 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Dream Stream

Nice spot with creek and bridge. Had working water, electricity and internet. We enjoyed the privacy. Thanks again!

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Christina

August 2025

3 nights at Rooster Ridge Cabin

Very relaxing stay. Loved how private and secluded it felt

Ann

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Rooster Ridge Cabin

We had a wonderful stay at Rooster Ridge! The cabin was cozy and peaceful—perfect for a relaxing getaway. We especially loved the hot tub, which was the perfect way to unwind after a long drive. The cabin was clean and thoughtfully decorated, making us feel right at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a quiet, comfortable escape!

Alex

July 2025

With pets

3 nights at Star Sky-Boho Rustic Tiny Home

I absolutely adored staying in this tiny home! The property and space was very peaceful and cozy to stay on. I stayed with my boyfriend and dog and we thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. Just be mindful that it’s in fact a tiny home and has just enough space for what you need. Honestly there’s no need to stay inside for long anyways because there’s so much nearby to explore so we were rarely inside the space. Would highly recommend for a quick getaway!

Misty

July 2025

4 nights at Star Sky-Boho Rustic Tiny Home

Beautiful and serene location. Thoughtful touches throughout the home. Dylan was kind and attentive.

Kimba

April 2025

23 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Camp Serene

Would definitely recommend this site. Peaceful and serene to camp there. The host was very friendly to chat with and made sure we were all set with electric and water. We were able to dump our RV which is always a plus.

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Rebecca

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Rooster Ridge Cabin

Amazing stay! Cabin was easy to find, was as described in the listing and was such a peaceful place to spend the weekend. Looking forward to returning for a longer stay next time!

Backed into site , road on driver side, creek on passenger side.

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William

April 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Dream Stream

Nice site along a quiet road with a pretty creek running past on the opposite side. Looks like Drew put quite a bit of work in getting it back n shape after hurricane Helene. The fresh work can make for dirty boots but we made good use of our outdoor rug to keep it from inside the camper. We pulled up to the well before setting up to fill our tank since water spigot is a little further than the drinking hose we normally carry. Water was tasty and clean and we had no issues with the electricity. Direction to site were spot on, came from Saluda and got to site before tunnel. There is a sign at beginning of the road that indicates the tunnel is down the road but you arrive at the site before the tunnel. Site was pretty level side to side and easy enough to level front to rear with the tongue jack. We would definitely stay again next time we are in the area.

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Scott

March 2025

34 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Camp Serene

Our second stay at Charles and Leslie's Serene Place was even more amazing than the first! From the moment we arrived, it felt like coming back to visit old friends. Charles and Leslie are truly incredible people—warm, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about sharing the beauty of their little slice of paradise. The Hosts: Charles and Leslie’s hospitality is unmatched. They greeted us like family, making sure we had everything we needed for another unforgettable stay. Their kindness and attention to detail are what truly set them apart and make every visit feel special. The Location: Serene Place continues to live up to its name. Nestled among the trees with the calming sounds of nature all around, it’s the perfect escape from the chaos of everyday life. The site was once again spotless and thoughtfully arranged, offering privacy and stunning views at every turn. Why We'll Be Back (Again!): It’s rare to find a spot that feels so welcoming and well-cared for. Charles and Leslie go above and beyond to make sure every guest has a memorable experience. Their kindness and passion for sharing this beautiful place make every visit special. We can’t recommend Serene Place enough and are already looking forward to our next stay. Thank you, Charles and Leslie, for making our second visit just as wonderful as the first! 🌿🔥🌟 11/10—Highly recommended!

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Lisa

December 2024

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rooster Ridge Cabin

We loved the cabin and hot tub! The cabin was also very well stocked with a few odds and ends in the kitchen like salt and pepper, olive oil, etc. It was so homey and lovely! Thanks to our hosts!!