Lee State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Made up mostly of bottomland hardwood forest wetlands, Lee State Park sits along 2,839 acres in northeastern South Carolina. The park lies alongside the Lynches River, providing guests with beautiful scenery as well as opportunities to enjoy fishing, boating, and swimming. Lee State Park also caters to equestrians, with several designated campsites, hitching rails, stables, and a show ring. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) built several structures inside the park in the 1930s. Nearby Cities: • Bishopville, SC • Lamar, SC • Elliot, SC • Oates, SC
Spring 66-82 F
Summer 88-91 F
Fall 66-84 F
Winter 54-59 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Lee State Park
Lee State Park Campground • Water hookup: Yes • Electrical hookup: Yes • Sewer hookup: Yes • Wi-Fi: No • Pet-friendly: Yes • Max RV length: 36 feet • Other amenities: Restrooms, hot showers, dump station, hitching rails, firewood sales
Lee State Park Campground
If your RV is 36 feet or shorter, you can book a site at the Lee State Park Campground. With 19 sites, the campground offers a relaxed, kid-friendly environment. Most spots offer electric and water hookups; six sites offer full hookups. With a dump station, modern restrooms, and hot showers, the park offers a comfortable camping experience. Rates start at $20 per night for basic sites and $29 per night for spots with full hookups.
Track Side Camping
Are you a NASCAR fan? Camp right next to the Darlington Raceway at Track Side Camping. The RV area offers water and electric hookups; you can also choose rustic sites. Pets are welcome, and the hot showers in the bathhouse are a welcome treat after a day outdoors. If you're visiting during a NASCAR race, make sure to book early. This campground tends to be rowdy, so reserve a site in the quiet zone if you're looking for restful nights. Rates vary; call for details.
The Farm Campground
Slip into a beautiful campsite under the trees at The Farm Campground. The shaded sites come with full hookups, ensuring comfortable RV camping. Most spots have 20-amp or 30-amp service; book early to reserve one of the few 50-amp sites. Stroll down the camp roads to access the bathhouse, hot showers, and laundry area. If you're traveling with little ones, check out the play area and TV in the pavilion. The campground also offers Wi-Fi and cable TV throughout the park for evenings when you prefer to relax in your RV. Nightly rates start at $40, with excellent discounts for weekly and monthly stays.
Swamp Fox Campground
When it comes to easy access, it's hard to beat the Swamp Fox Campground. It's located 22 miles east of the park, just minutes off of I-95. If you're driving a big rig, the flat roads and pull-through sites make it easy to set up camp. Your site comes with access to Wi-Fi, full hookups, RV wash, hot showers, and laundry. Families love the playground, rec hall, and horseshoe court. Call for rates.
What to Do at
Lee State Park
Miles of trails for equestrians and hikers wind through the park and along the river. Guests love fishing the river and Artesian Lake in hopes of taking home dinner. At the park's Education Center, you can have fun learning about the area through the hands-on exhibits. Two picnic shelters are ideal for group gatherings, while several individual picnic areas offer a place to relax and enjoy lunch. History buffs can check out the artesian wells and cabins constructed by the young men of the CCC when the park was being established. In addition, many educational programs and interpretive activities are held at the park throughout the year, so be sure to check the calendar of events ahead of your visit.
Inside Lee State Park
Many of the activities at Lee State Park involve the beautiful river that flows along the western boundary. Stop by the park office to borrow a fishing rod and head down to the river or the artesian pond to fish for sunfish and catfish; if you have a boat, you can launch at the ramp four miles north of the park. The park offers a small swimming area that's open in the summer. Take a leisurely hike along Sandhills Trail and Artesian Trail to explore the forest; both are less than one mile long, so they're ideal for families. Other activities in the park include birding, equestrian camping, and geocaching.
Fishing
The Lynches River holds fish such as sunfish, redbreast, catfish, and bass for anglers to cast for. If you did not bring your own, you can borrow a rod and fishing gear from the park office or talk to a ranger.
Geocaching
Several geocaches are located in the park. Download the official Geocache mobile app or check the website and head out for a treasure hunt as you explore the sights of the park. Once you find a cache, you can take a prize and sign the logbook. However, don't forget to bring a family-friendly item to leave in the container for the next adventurer.
Nature Watching
With more than 145 bird species in the park, there are some great places to sit back and try to spot a few different species. Some of the best spots include the wetland boardwalk and the ponds around the artesian wells. You may spot woodpeckers, wrens, and cardinals.
Flora and Fauna
Some unique wildlife found in the park include the endangered wood stork, marsh rabbits, and fox squirrels. Other wildlife living in the area are wild turkeys, white-tailed deer, bobcats, gray foxes, yellow-bellied turtles, yellow-billed cuckoos, green tree frogs, beavers, and river otters. Great-horned owls, barred owls, and screech owls can also be spotted while you are exploring.
Hiking
The Flood Plain Trail travels 5 miles and offers a moderate challenge. Along the trail, you'll find artesian wells, ephemeral streams, and fairy houses. Sandhills Trail is a short and easy path along a wooded area. Orange Spur Trail is also short and easy, taking you past bluebird nesting boxes. The Wetland Boardwalk features benches at the end, allowing you to relax while you enjoy the view.
Boating
River access for boating is limited in the park. However, several boat ramps are nearby, the closest being four miles north on the Lynches River at the US Highway 15 bridge. Kayaking and canoeing are popular on the river.
Swimming
A designated swimming area is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The area is unsupervised, with no lifeguards present.
How to Get to
Lee State Park
Lee State Park is located east of Columbia and north of Charleston and sits just north of I-20. From I-20, take Lee State Park Road, heading north until you meet Loop Road. Loop Road takes you into the park and allows you to drive through the park.
Entering Lee State Park
Parking is allowed in multiple places along Loop Road. There is no entry fee required to visit and enjoy Lee State Park.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lee State Park
Lee State Park has recreation and activities in all seasons. During the summer heat, guests enjoy splashing in the swimming area to cool off. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are most comfortable in the cooler temperatures of spring and fall and sometimes even winter.
During your visit, you may spot white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, bobcats, gray foxes, summer tanagers, turtles, tree frogs, beavers, and river otters. Less common species include the wood stork, marsh rabbit, and fox squirrel. In addition, more than 145 bird species make their home in the park.
There are 25 standard RV camping spots in the campground at Lee State Park. There are also 23 equestrian campsites.
Reservations must be made before setting up equipment up on a campsite. These reservations can be made online, by phone, or in the park office. A minimum stay of two nights is required for reservations. Reservations less than one day in advance of check-in must be made directly through the park office. The nightly fee for a campsite ranges from $20 to $52 per night.
The park is pet-friendly. Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas of the park so long as they are on a leash no longer than six feet in length. Please remember to clean up after your pets.