Best camping near Salem
31 campgrounds · 31 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Salem, South Carolina — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 31 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Long Bottom Ford
Good
12.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 69°F
Located in the Sumter National Forest of South Carolina, Long Bottom Ford Camping Area offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. Surrounded by a lush forest, the…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Blue Valley Camp
Good
14.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 69°F
The Blue Valley Camp camping area in North Carolina offers stunning mountain views, hiking trails, and nearby fishing and kayaking opportunities. The campground has 38 first-come…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Sarah's Creek Campground
Good
16.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 69°F
Sarah's Creek Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of South Carolina. Nestled in a serene natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Sarahs Creek
Good
16.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 69°F
Located in the state of Georgia, Sarahs Creek camping area offers campers a tranquil and enjoyable experience. This campground provides several amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Devils Fork State Park
Good
1.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Devils Fork State Park, located in the state of South Carolina, offers a remarkable camping experience for nature enthusiasts. The campground provides various amenities, including…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Ralph Andrews County Park
Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 70°F
Ralph Andrews County Park is a popular camping area located in the state of North Carolina. This campground offers a variety of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Keowee - Toxaway State Natural Area
Good
5.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
New users please read 8mi SW of Sunset TYPE:SP SITES:25 CAMPGROUND PH: 864.868.2605 EL(ft):1065 AMENITIES:(see box below map) E RS DP SH DW PA LAT,LON:34.931,-82.887 ACCEPTS RES…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Cherry Hill Recreation Area
Good
6.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Cherry Hill Recreation Area is a popular camping spot located in the state of South Carolina. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 38 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Bearcamp Creek Campsite
Good
7.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Bearcamp Creek Campsite is a picturesque camping area located in the state of North Carolina. This campsite offers a range of amenities that cater to both rustic and modern…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Laurel Fork Campsite
Good
7.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Laurel Fork Campsite is located in the Pisgah National Forest of North Carolina and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Nearby points of interest…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Burrells Ford
Good
7.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Burrells Ford Camping Area in South Carolina offers a serene and picturesque camping experience, with views of the Chattooga River and surrounding forest. Nearby activities…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Sandy Beach Campsite
Good
7.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Sandy Beach Campsite is a popular camping area located in the state of South Carolina. Situated in a picturesque setting, this campground offers a range of amenities for campers…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Bear Creek Campsite
Good
8.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Bear Creek Campsite is a picturesque camping area located in the state of North Carolina. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Buck Fields
Good
8.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Buck Fields Camping Area in North Carolina is a rustic, first-come-first-served campground offering 11 campsites. The area is surrounded by the lush Pisgah National Forest…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Blue Valley Dispersed Camping
Good
14.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 69°F
Blue Valley Dispersed Camping is a picturesque camping area located in North Carolina. Situated in a serene natural setting, it offers campers a peaceful and secluded experience…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Salem
The Salem area has 31 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Salem
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.