Woods Ferry Campground (Sc)

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Whitmire, SC, SC

Price: From $7 per night

Price range: $7–$14 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (63 reviews)

Season: Year-round

The rolling hills of Enoree Ranger District in Chester County are home to the Woods Ferry Recreation Area which includes the Woods Ferry Campground, Woods Ferry Picnic Area, Woods Ferry Boat Ramp. The Woods Ferry Recreation Area is situated in the piedmont of South Carolina along the east bank of the Broad River with elevation averaging around 350 feet and is approximately 40 miles southwest of Rock Hill and 57 miles southeast of Spartanburg. The surrounding area is the rolling hills of upland p

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Woods Ferry offers a peaceful riverside escape with 17 secluded sites across 350 feet of piedmont terrain. Highly rated (4.5/5 stars) by campers who praise its beautiful trails, fishing access, and horse-riding opportunities.

Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Wild Turkey, Eastern Box Turtle, Seminole Bat, Yellow-throated Warbler, and Eastern Whip-poor-will present in the area.

Insider tips for Woods Ferry Campground (Sc): Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Rifle range available on-site for early morning shooting Bring your own horse; trails feature exquisite single-track terrain

Skip Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) if: You need RV hookups; most sites lack electric hookups despite amenity listing. Early morning rifle fire sounds bother you. You require full-service facilities; only vault toilets available.

Best time to visit Woods Ferry Campground (Sc): Year-round — Campground operates year-round according to verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Poulous Loop Group Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC), Collins Creek Seasonal Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC), Sedalia Campground (Sc) (whitmire, SC), Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC).

Cell Phone Coverage at Woods Ferry Campground (Sc)

Cell signal at Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) (Whitmire, SC): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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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Woods Ferry Campground (Sc)

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Whitmire, SC, SC★ 4.3 (63 reviews)From $7/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The rolling hills of Enoree Ranger District in Chester County are home to the Woods Ferry Recreation Area which includes the Woods Ferry Campground, Woods Ferry Picnic Area, Woods Ferry Boat Ramp. The Woods Ferry Recreation Area is situated in the piedmont of South Carolina along the east bank of the Broad River with elevation averaging around 350 feet and is approximately 40 miles southwest of Rock Hill and 57 miles southeast of Spartanburg. The surrounding area is the rolling hills of upland pine and maturing hardwood forests.

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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.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

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; most sites lack electric hookups despite amenity listing✕ Early morning rifle fire sounds bother you✕ You require full-service facilities; only vault toilets available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Rifle range available on-site for early morning shooting

Bring your own horse; trails feature exquisite single-track terrain

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round according to verified data.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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

Location

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

From Chester: Head northwest on Center St. toward McAliley St-.1 mi, Turn left onto Pinckney St-1.3 mi, Continue onto US-321N/US-321 BYP S-.3 mi, Slight left onto SC-9 N-9.4 mi, Slight left onto Roy Wade Rd-.6 mi, Continue onto Woods Ferry Rd (S-12-49)-5.4 mi, Turn right onto Park Rd (S-12-574)-3.5 mi. From Spartanburg: Follow US-176 E/Spine St-16 mi, Turn left onto Forest St/State Rd S-44-12-1.2 mi, Turn right onto SC-9 S/S Main St-1.2 mi, Slight left to stay on SC-9 S-10.8 mi, Slight right to

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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 Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) cost per night?+
Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) costs $7–$14 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) open?+
Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Woods Ferry Campground (Sc)?+
Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Woods Ferry Campground (Sc)?+
Woods Ferry 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 Woods Ferry Campground (Sc)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) open, and what are check-in times?+
Woods Ferry Campground (Sc) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$7 /night★ 4.3 (63)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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