Buck Hall Recreation Area
The campground is currently open. A major renovation is scheduled to begin in Summer 2026, at which time the entire recreation area will close for construction. The renovation will affect the campground, dump station, day use area, boat ramp, docks, roadways, and infrastructure systems. Reopening timeline has not been announced.
Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 2:18AM EDT until August 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 110 expected. * WHERE...Beaufort, Charleston, Coastal Colleton, and Tidal Berkeley Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
From Recreation.gov
Buck Hall Recreation Area will soon be undergoing a major renovation. During construction, which is anticipated to start in Summer of 2026, the entire recreation area will be closed for public and contractor safety. Pending available funding, the renovation will affect the following amenities: campground, dump station, day use area, boat ramp and floating docks, roadways, infrastructure systems (electrical, water and wastewater), and the seawall. More information on the timeline for construction will be posted when available. If you have questions or would like additional information you can send an email to: SM.FS.fmrd@usda.gov.
FSR 361 (Bonds Road) closed due to bridge repair
FSR 361 is closed to vehicular traffic between intersection 1069 and E. 164-2 due to a bridge closure. We will update when the repair has been completed.
About
Buck Hall Recreation Area occupies a prime waterfront location along the Intracoastal Waterway in the Francis Marion National Forest. The grassy, open campground sits at sea level with limited tree cover, offering views of fishing boats and pleasure craft traveling the waterway. The recreation area provides excellent access to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, encompassing 65,000 acres of marsh, tidal creeks, and beaches, as well as Bulls Bay, considered the coast's best shrimp baiting area. The campground features 14 standard electric sites with water and electric hookups priced at $28/night, plus 5 tent-only sites at $20/night. Each site includes a picnic table, lantern post, and campfire ring with grill. Amenities include accessible flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station. A lighted parking area, boat ramp with floating docks, and fish cleaning station serve anglers and boaters. A section of the Palmetto Trail, a cross-state route from the coast to the mountains, is accessible from the recreation area. Most of the trail is unpaved and open to hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
Directions
From Charleston, take U.S. Highway 17 north for 32 miles to Buck Hall Landing Road (Forest Road 242/1099). Turn right into the recreation area. From Georgetown, take U.S. Highway 17 South for 29 miles to Buck Hall Landing Road and turn left into the recreation area.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $28 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.fmrd@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (843) 336-2200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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