Hawe Creek

J. Strom Thurmond Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: MCCORMICK, SC, SC

Price: From $28 per night

Price range: $28–$32 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (290 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hawe Creek Campground is located on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, one mile from the Dorn Sportfishing Facility, one of the largest in the southeast. Camping at Hawe Creek is ripe with many different opportunities for relaxation, skill-building, family bonding, and nature appreciation.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Dump Station, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hawe-creek to be notified when sites open up.

Hawe Creek offers 32 lake-view sites on J. Strom Thurmond Lake with excellent access to fishing, boating, and water sports. Campers consistently praise the scenic views and spacious drive-through sites across three loops.

Wildlife alert: Great Blue Heron, Pine Warbler, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Spotted Sandpiper, Coyote, Rough Greensnake, Green Anole, and Eastern Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Hawe Creek: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Request a drive-through site for extra length and distance from the street. Many sites have direct water access for boat launches and fishing. Bring your own charcoal grill; existing grills are aged.

Skip Hawe Creek if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You prefer updated bathhouse facilities—recent campers noted the bath house is small and outdated.. You plan to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Hawe Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Parksville (PLUM BRANCH , SC), Modoc (MODOC, GA), Ridge Road (APPLING, GA), Petersburg (APPLING, GA).