Hester's Bottoms Family Campground

How does a peaceful, lakefront paradise sound for your next camping adventure? Hester’s Bottoms Family Campground in Mount Carmel, South Carolina, offers 39 waterfront RV sites and five primitive sites along the expansive Strom Thurmond Lake (Clarks Hill Lake). The campground blends stunning natural beauty with modern convenience, featuring direct lake access, a private beach, and amenities like a boat dock, bathhouses with hot showers, and on-site equipment rentals for kayaks, paddleboards, and golf carts.

Located within 30 minutes of the scenic Sumter National Forest and the Savannah River, this campground is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a range of activities such as fishing, swimming, biking, and kayaking. Its tranquil environment, spacious sites, and family-friendly facilities, including a playground and picnic areas, create an idyllic setting for everything from weekend getaways to extended vacations.