Hawe Creek
Open for the 2026 season from March 27 through September 13, 2026. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Gates open 7am to 10pm with combination lock access for registered campers. Maximum stay is 14 days within any 30-day period.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 1:32AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia, including the following counties, Burke, Columbia, Lincoln, McDuffie and Richmond and central South Carolina, including the following counties, Edgefield and McCormick. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Isaias continues to move inland overnight with a band of associated heavy rainfall developing near the area Saturday. While the exact location of where this banding will occur is uncertain, higher rainfall totals potentially moving into eastern GA and southern SC. Rainfall totals of 3-6" are possible within this band of heavier rain Saturday morning into Saturday night. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 9 at 10:24PM EDT until October 10 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
* WHAT...East winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...In Georgia, Burke, Columbia, Lincoln, McDuffie, and Richmond Counties. In South Carolina, Edgefield and McCormick Counties. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
Hawe Creek Campground sits on the shoreline of J. Strom Thurmond Lake in McCormick County, South Carolina, just one mile from Dorn Sportfishing Facility, one of the largest in the Southeast. The 34 campsites are carefully placed along the lakeshore, surrounded by a mix of pine and hardwood trees providing ample shade and privacy. All sites include 30 or 50-amp electric hookups and water connections. The campground features two bathhouses with flush toilets and hot showers, a boat ramp with courtesy dock and nearby vault toilet, a dump station, and trash dumpsters. The 70,000-acre lake and over 1,000 miles of shoreline support fishing for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish, and striped bass, as well as boating, water skiing, swimming, and kayaking. Wildlife is abundant, with regular sightings of southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, wild turkeys, and whitetail deer. Nearby attractions include Savannah Lakes Village for dining and shopping, and Hickory Knob State Park golf courses within five miles.
Directions
From the junction of HWY 221 and HWY 378 in McCormick, SC, travel southwest on US 378, then south 4 miles on Chamberlains Ferry Road. Road ends at campground. Address: 1505 Chamberlains Ferry Rd, McCormick, SC 29835.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (864) 443-5441 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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