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Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc)

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests — riverside

Location: Whitmire, SC, SC

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Poulous Loop Group Campground is located on the Enoree Ranger District of Sumter National Forest. It’s location in the piedmont of South Carolina, Chester County, provides year round camping opportunities. t’s surrounded by a mixed pine-hardwood forest with an elevation of approximately 400 to 500 feet.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/poulous-loop-group-campground-sc to be notified when sites open up.

Poulous Loop Group Campground offers year-round camping in Sumter National Forest's piedmont region, surrounded by mixed pine-hardwood forest with mild winters and long summers ideal for outdoor activities.

Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Wild Turkey, Eastern Box Turtle, and Eastern Whip-poor-will are present in the area.

Insider tips for Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc): Book early — this is a federal campground with limited availability. Only 1 site available at this group campground. No hookups at most sites; suitable for self-contained RVs only.

Skip Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) if: You need RV hookups — the campground has no hookups.. You prefer individual sites — this is a group campground..

Best time to visit Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc): Year-round — Campground operates year-round with mild winters (low 40s to upper 60s) and long summers (high 80s)..

Nearby campgrounds: Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC), Sedalia Campground (Sc) (whitmire, SC), Collins Creek Seasonal Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC), Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC).

Cell Phone Coverage at Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc)

Cell signal at Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Whitmire, SC, SC★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Poulous Loop Group Campground is located on the Enoree Ranger District of Sumter National Forest. It’s location in the piedmont of South Carolina, Chester County, provides year round camping opportunities. t’s surrounded by a mixed pine-hardwood forest with an elevation of approximately 400 to 500 feet.

Best for:CampersNature loversFamiliesSites:TentRV
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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — the campground has no hookups.✕ You prefer individual sites — this is a group campground.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with limited availability.

Only 1 site available at this group campground.

No hookups at most sites; suitable for self-contained RVs only.

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round with mild winters (low 40s to upper 60s) and long summers (high 80s).

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: White-tailed Deer, Wild Turkey, Eastern Box Turtle, and Eastern Whip-poor-will are present in the area.

Location

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Enoree Ranger District Office (803) 276-4810· Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
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Getting there →

From Lockhart, SC on SC-49 and the Broad River follow SC-49 N. SC-49 will fork north, continue staight on SC-9 for 4.3 miles. Turn right onto Woods Ferry Road for 0.4 miles, turn right onto Roy Wade Road for 0.1 miles, make a slight right onto 535, Worthy's Ferry Road, for 3.3 miles, (This road is asphalt about halfway which then becomes a gravel road), Turn right onto Feltman Road and drive 1.3 miles. Poulous Loop Group Campground is on the right.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) cost per night?+
Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) open?+
Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc)?+
Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc)?+
Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) is rated moderate. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) open, and what are check-in times?+
Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forest
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Woods Ferry Campground (Sc)

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From $7/night

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From $5/night

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From $5/night

Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground (Sc)

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From $5/night

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