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Parksville Campground

J. Strom Thurmond Lake, South Carolina

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As of October 2026, Parksville Campground is a campground in South Carolina with 2 campsites. Parksville Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Parksville Campground is located at 33.7939° N, 82.2450° W.

people allowed on 1 of 2 sites: 36
people allowed on the largest site: 50

Parksville Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Parksville Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Parksville Campground

Group 2
Hookups 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, water sports.

All sites at Parksville Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Hookups
1	Beach Shelter	Group	50	Electric, Water
2	Hillside Shelter	Group	36	-

About Parksville Campground

Overview

Parksville Recreation Area is a rural park in McCormick County, South Carolina on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. It is located along South Carolina State Highway 28/221 and features 70,000 surface-acres of water and 1,000+ miles of shoreline for boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking.

Recreation

Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities.

Facilities

Parksville Recreation Area is a wooded day-use area with two group picnic shelters. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, a boat ramp, dock, playground and a grassy field. Shelter 1 (Beach Shelter) has electrical hookups and can accommodate up to 90 people; Shelter 2 (Hillside Shelter) can accommodate up to 36 people but has no electrical hookups.

Natural Features

Hot, humid summers and mild, pleasant winters characterize this heavily wooded area on the shore of Thurmond Lake. A mixed pine and hardwood forest covers the site, providing summer shade and fall color. Elevation is 335' above sea level.

Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, osprey, migratory waterfowl, wild turkeys and whitetail deer.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking opportunities. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas.

The Augusta National Golf Club hosts the Masters Golf Tournament annually the first week of April.

Rules and notices at Parksville Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Parksville Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Park hours are 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

All users must pay the $7 entry fee by the credit card machine prior to the gatehouse. Pass must be displayed with the time and date visable during your visit. Acceptable passes are the USACE Annual Pass and the America the Beautiful – the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes.

Pets permitted on leash

Alcoholic beverages are prohibited

Glass and pets are prohibited on designated swimming beaches

Fires are prohibited

Nets, volleyballs and horseshoes are not provided

For shelter reservations:

Please bring your confirmation letter to the park; it is required for check-in

Shelter must be occupied by 2pm

Users are not exempt from entrance fee

The beach area and other park amenities are available for the reserving group as well as to the general public

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Parksville Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Parksville Campground?

Parksville Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Parksville Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Parksville Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Parksville Campground have?

Parksville Campground has 2 campsites.

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