The best pets off leash campgrounds near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Nestled into the impressive 60-mile-long stretch of uninterrupted beach known as the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach is a popular spot for sunbathers, beachcombers, and watersport enthusiasts. Enjoy paddleboarding, jet skiing, or parasailing in the Atlantic Ocean with cool sea breezes. Or kayak through nearby waterways next to camping resorts. Families love the waterparks and amusement parks in the area, and golfers adore teeing off at the many world-class golf courses. Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park offer convenient camping options close to town, while Francis Marion National Forest takes hunters and campers deep into wooded marshlands.

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Nestled into the impressive 60-mile-long stretch of uninterrupted beach known as the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach is a popular spot for sunbathers, beachcombers, and watersport enthusiasts. Enjoy paddleboarding, jet skiing, or parasailing in the Atlantic Ocean with cool sea breezes. Or kayak through nearby waterways next to camping resorts. Families love the waterparks and amusement parks in the area, and golfers adore teeing off at the many world-class golf courses. Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park offer convenient camping options close to town, while Francis Marion National Forest takes hunters and campers deep into wooded marshlands.

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1. The Pine Tree Retreat

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39mi from Myrtle Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV · Whiteville, NC

Learn more about this land: 104 acres of private land for your enjoyment. This site would be best suited for tent campers at the moment due to no bath houses or electricity for the time being. Come enjoy your stay bring a kayak or canoe and float around the 6 acres of ponds and catch some of the many bass, bream or crappie that occupy the waters. The property is located 7 miles off highway 74/76 in Whiteville and 10 miles to Lake Waccamaw, 32 miles to Ocean Isle Beach, 45 miles to Wilmington, 36 miles to North Myrtle Beach. The road is gravel all the way to the camping area with signs for directions. When there’s no burn ban in place or lack of rain i do try to keep firewood on-site but I recommend checking with me before your stay. Reserve your spot and experience the peace and quiet of the outdoors and listen to the turkeys and watch the deer feed in early mornings while the sun rises. If you have any questions feel free to message me! There is only one spot if you book you will have the entire property for you and your party.

2. Jewel's Woods-A Private Campground

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34mi from Myrtle Beach · 5 sites · RVs · Clarendon, NC

It’s been called “phenomenal” and “a perfect oasis” - it’s Jewel’s Woods, a new endeavor built to offer a peaceful escape to those who want to disconnect from the world and reconnect with themselves, with nature, and with loved ones. A group-friendly, dog friendly, mini private campground, it is the perfect place to unwind in nature. The easily-accessible 46 acre property offers: - two miles of trails for hiking, biking, ATV or horse riding - a stocked one-acre pond for fishing, paddle boarding or pedal boating - a screened in gazebo with furniture, electricity and ceiling fan - picnic tables, fire circles, adirondak chairs - a toy shed that contains fishing poles, a bike and various lawn games including badminton, volleyball, ladder ball, horse shoes, lawn darts, can jam and more - one RV lot with water hookup and 50 amp service - THREE lodging units: - Blue Baby Barndo - one queen bed, large sofa, full bath, full kitchen (microwave, stove, fridge w/ icemaker and filtered water, cooking utensils, basic spices, granite countertops, and more), 300 sq. ft. screened in porch with furniture and two-person hot tub, 300 sq. foot. stamped concrete patio with picnic table, grill, and lounge chairs. [See listing] - Sabre 5th wheel camper w/ three slides. One very cozy queen bed and pullout blowup full bed mattress. Full kitchenette, awning, new deck with furniture. All basic amenities like bedding, tp, dishes are included along with septic hookup and city water, A/C, and heating units. [See listing] - New rustic cabin with one queen bed, a queen pullout sofa, kitchenette with small fridge, microwave, two-burner hot plate, multi-cooking countertop oven, instant hot water, shower, toilet and all basic amenities including towels, linens, paper products, heating/AC, etc. Screened in porch with fan and a fantastic view of the pond, and on the shady side, a small deck with dining set and a grill. [See listing] Rent the entire property for a family reunion, retreat, small wedding, gathering of friends, or rent it for just yourself and have a ball in nature. There's electricity, city water, and wi-fi, and it's just 30 miles from the coast near the South Carolina border. Far from others, but with a grocery store and more just seven minutes away!

3. Worthams Ferry

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19mi from Myrtle Beach · 1 site · Tent, RV · Little River, SC

Empty Lot can accommodate any RV or/and tent right across the Waccamaw River Heritage Preserve.. Waccamaw River front 1 Acre of bare land; there is no running water, septic or electricity. For primitive camping, self-contained RV, etc.., Fishing, hunting, kayaking, nice view and private beach on the Waccamaw River. Located 15 minutes from the closest ocean beach in North Myrtle Beach. There are all kinds of stores, bars, restaurants, entreatments and attractions are in the area. The Interstate Canal free boat ramp is located 10 minutes drive from your camping site. The closest Dollar General store is less than 5 minutes away and right behind the store is a free Recycling and Solid Waste Convenience Center. Easy road access to the site and less than 5 minutes walking to the river boat ramp.

4. The Wright Acre

27mi from Myrtle Beach · 2 sites · RVs · Loris, SC

Nestled 30-45 min outside of North Myrtle beach and Myrtle Beach SC this 4.5 acre lot with roughly 1.25-1.5 cleared yard has a perfect driveway to park for the night, week or even month or longer! We live on property and the spot is next to our house. Full hook ups are available with a 50 amp hook up. An extension cord is recommended to reach the outlet depending on camper size and hook up location on the rig and multiple or very long water hose recommended. No size limit and pets are welcome, the front and back yards are fenced off for our dogs as well and the driveway is gated. The woods are walkable for the adventurous but there are no walking paths. Located in a quiet road right off the main road to the beach this is the perfect location for families and couples alike to get away from the hustle and bustle of the packed campgrounds. Our small town is located within a 10 min drive that hosts a great small pizza shop, many mom and pop restaurants, food lion grocery store, and couple of fast food restaurants and some small hardware stores.

5. Iron Horn Farms

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33mi from Myrtle Beach · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging · Nakina, NC

Escape to the rolling countryside of Iron Horn Farms, where nature, adventure, and relaxation await! Tucked away on our working farm, Iron Horn Farms offers a peaceful retreat for campers looking to reconnect with the outdoors. Whether you’re seeking a quiet getaway under the stars or a hands-on farm experience, our land welcomes you. What to Expect: • Scenic Views & Open Spaces: Wake up to breathtaking sunrises, spend your day exploring the farm, and end it with stunning sunsets under a starlit sky. • Farm Life & Wildlife: You’ll share the land with our friendly goats, buzzing honeybees, and plenty of deer, wild turkeys, and songbirds. • Friendly Farm Dogs: Our yellow Lab, Irish Setter, English Cocker, two English Setter puppies, and a Black Lab puppy love to meet new friends! If you’re lucky, we may even have a litter of puppies for you to play with. • Outdoor Activities: Take a walk around the farm, enjoy peaceful moments by the pond, or cast a line in one of our stocked fishing ponds. • Campfire-Friendly Evenings: Gather around a crackling fire, toast marshmallows, and soak in the peaceful country air. On-Site Activities: • Fishing: Cast your line in our front or back pond, each stocked with fish. The back pond features a dock and two floating docks for a great fishing or relaxing experience. • Outdoor Games: Challenge your friends and family to a game of cornhole or giant Jenga for some laid-back farm fun. • Skeet Shooting: Looking for a little excitement? Try your hand at skeet shooting for a true country experience. Outdoor Lounge Area: Relax and unwind in our outdoor lounge, designed for comfort and entertainment: • Two outdoor TVs for catching the game or movie night under the stars • Comfortable outdoor furniture • A bar with swings for the perfect place to sip a drink and enjoy the view • A grill area and refrigerator for outdoor cooking and food storage • A bathroom for added convenience What We Offer: • Spacious, Secluded Campsites: Plenty of room to spread out and enjoy nature without the crowds. • Pet-Friendly: Well-behaved dogs are welcome! Please keep them leashed near livestock. • Farm-Fresh Goods

Stories from the community

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Cora

2 weeks ago

20 ft campervan

1 night at The Pine Tree Retreat

The pine tree retreat was a great nights sleep! It was quiet and peaceful right next to the pond! Joseph was very kind and communicative! Would love to return!

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Ryan

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

My 4th time visiting Joseph’s camp and hopefully not the last. This space could easily be a dozen campsites but you get the entire site to yourself! This time we got to enjoy s’mores by the campfire and test our new tent. If you visit on a clear night and the moon is full you don’t even need a flashlight to see outside. Perfect area for letting the dog run also!

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Phillip

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

We had a great time here! Joseph was easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions. This was our first trip using hipcamp and was an overall great experience! We will definitely be back!

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Amber

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

We had a great time! I do recommend bringing some wasp spray with you, they like to hide in the docks railing. Little ones will have a great time fishing with all the “baby fish” swimming right near the dock.

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Matt

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

This is my 3rd time coming back, this time with my friend and his family. We had a great peaceful day by the pond. Plenty of firewood provided for us upon arriving. Joseph is always quick to respond to any questions and is available to make your stay the best it can possibly be!

Danny

September 2025

Tent

1 night at The Pine Tree Retreat

I loved the fact that I was the only one there. Awesome site....I'll definitely be back.

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Zack

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at The Pine Tree Retreat

This was an awesome spot for my family. My kids 4&2 had a blast. We will definitely come back again. Quiet, peaceful and perfect little spot

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kell

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

We arrived a little later than anticipated but our dogs still enjoyed the sniff around before bed. We would love to camp here again!

Pedro

June 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

1 night at Worthams Ferry

This was everything and more than we thought it would be. An easy access with drive through site was a perfect for our long skoolie; there is enough parking space for few more buses like our. The campsite felt private and spacious. We kept our Skoolie near the camp fire in upper part of the property near the quiet private road, and went tent camping with my wife and dog for one night near the river. We are boondockers loving the nature and privacy. This location was perfect for our needs. We will come back again for sure.

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Jesus

June 2025

16 ft car

With pets

1 night at The Pine Tree Retreat

Heaven on Earth. Private camp site, super responsive and helpful host. Dollar General 10 minutes away. Clean and well taken care of, awesome for pets.

Tina

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

My husband and I had an amazing weekend camping on Joseph’s beautiful property! It’s private and secluded, and provided the perfect layout for our tent camping (just a note to bring earplugs if you’re sensitive to the sounds of nature :-)). We also brought our kayaks and had a lovely time on the water. Joseph is super kind, helpful, and responsive. The property is close to necessities like groceries and gas, and also somewhat close to beaches if you want to diversify your trip. We did go offsite for a bit to check out Makai Brewing, which we thought had some great beers. We loved our time at Joseph’s place so much that we made a second booking before finishing our first!

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Ryan

May 2025

Tent

1 night at The Pine Tree Retreat

Everything about this site was perfect. From the well kept landscaping around the large, clear pond to the privacy and stargazing this site did not disappoint! Will be back without a doubt

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Beast

May 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at The Pine Tree Retreat

We tent camped on Joseph's land with our 2 dogs and we had a great time. Every once in a while you can hear a little noise from the road but you can't find a more private camp spot without hiking deep into the woods. The weather turned hot just in time for our trip but we brought some tubes and really enjoyed fishing, floating and just relaxing for a few days. The covered shelter was also a welcome bonus. We would gladly camp here again and our dogs loved it too!

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Allen

May 2025

10 ft pop-up camper

1 night at The Pine Tree Retreat

Great campsite! Quiet and private on a small pond with a small roofed area. Everything that you need. Highly recommended.

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Tobi

May 2025

16 ft pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at The Pine Tree Retreat

Wonderful camp site that’s private , secluded and peaceful. No one around and dogs are allowed off leash . The pond was perfect for my dogs to cool off and play. The site is clean and the owner supplied fire wood. The morning mist from the pond and the sun rising was breathtaking. The access road is easy, just follow the arrows once you turn onto the property. I failed to do that and got lost BUT that was my own fault . I’ll definitely will be coming back -

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Michael

May 2025

21 ft Class A

1 night at The Pine Tree Retreat

Wonderful and quiet place in the nature. Loved it.

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Simon

April 2025

35 ft fifth wheel

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

The property is nice and secluded, we were able to get a 35ft 5th wheel camper back to the camping spot. I did drag the rear jacks a couple of times on the dirt road in but nothing major. Caught several bluegill and a couple of small bass. My wife me, and 3 dogs definitely enjoyed the getaway! We will hopefully be back in the fall for some tent camping!

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Chad

April 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Worthams Ferry

Very good spot for living local. Great river access just a few min walk.

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Hugh

April 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

Beautiful land! Plenty of privacy, firewood, and shelter with a beautiful lake as well. The shelter and picnic table were a big plus. Perfect for our family trip, and my dog loved the place too! We will definitely be back again.

Dave and Cindy

April 2025

19 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Pine Tree Retreat

Still Private! Still Beautiful! Still Perfect! Remains one of our favorite camps! Our host Joseph was awesome! The fishing was great! We enjoyed the shelter, fire pit, and the dock (it's beautiful!) Thanks so much!

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The best pets off leash camping near Myrtle Beach guide

Where to go

Myrtle Beach State Park

Myrtle Beach State Park is located right in town, offering a family-friendly campground with both RV and tent campsites. While not quite oceanfront, Myrtle Beach Campground is minutes from the beach. Follow Sculptured Oak Nature Trail and Yaupon Nature Trail to look for loggerhead sea turtles before returning to wifi-connected campsites with access to washrooms, bathhouses, and laundry facilities. Campers can also try crabbing or fishing for flounder, Spanish mackerel, and whiting using fishing rods available for rent from the pier gift shop.

Huntington Beach State Park

About 20 miles south of Myrtle Beach along Long Bay, Huntington Beach State Park offers surf fishing, boating, and birding opportunities. Campers also get the chance to swim in the Atlantic Ocean next to a secluded beach. For wildlife viewing, including alligators, explore the many boardwalks that extend into the freshwater lagoon and salt marsh. For a taste of history, visit Atalaya Castle, a masonry structure built in the 1930s without drawn plans. Campers will find beachfront camping opportunities at Huntington Beach State Park, including pet-friendly RV campsites with electricity, water, and sewer hookups. There is also complimentary wifi throughout the campground.

Francis Marion National Forest

For a camping experience near Myrtle Beach that’s more forested, consider dispersed, primitive camping at Francis Marion National Forest. Stretching over 250,000 acres, the forest spans diverse ecosystems with unique opportunities to view and hunt local wildlife. Hiking trails are relatively flat, but be prepared for swampy areas with ankle-deep water—especially in the eastern section of the park after spring and summer rains. Elmwood Recreation Area is popular during deer and turkey hunting seasons. And Buck Hall Recreation Area offers easy access to Bulls Bay for excellent shrimp baiting.

When to go

Summer is the most popular time of year for vacation rentals and camping in RVs around Myrtle Beach. Loads of sunshine and soaring temperatures are terrific for beach activities, swimming in the ocean, watersports, and mini-golf. Bugs are also at their peak during warm summer months. For fewer mosquitoes and thinning crowds, fall is a great option for camping in the area. The weather is cooler and less humid, plus it’s the perfect time of year to watch migratory birds and enjoy fall foliage.