Standing Pines Campground
2800 Bethlehem Rd, Hartsville, SC
Pair wildly comfortable camping with wilderness adventure – over 100,000 acres of public forests, rivers, gardens and wildlife refuges within 30 minutes of Standing Pines Campground!
Comfortable Adventure Camping
Can you imagine wildly comfortable country camping – no traffic, birds chirping, your bed in your RV with full hooks and amenities like our Oasis Showers – with miles of hiking trails in our private forest? How about branching out to explore 100,000+ acres of Pee Dee Parks near us?
Don’t just imagine this – experience it! Welcome to comfortable adventure camping at Standing Pines, your new adventure basecamp!
Camp in comfort with us and explore the closest hidden gems of the Pee Dee:
🌲 Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge
🏔️ Sand Hills State Forest
🏞️ Great Pee Dee River Heritage Preserve
🌺 Kalmia Gardens
The adventures are endless – curate your trip for hiking Sugarloaf Mountain, kayaking the Great Pee Dee River, birdwatching at the National Wildlife Refuge and/or exploring the gentle paths of the stunningly beautiful Kalmia Gardens!
Wildlife & Enviromental Stewardship
Standing Pines proudly partners with Black Creek Wildlife Center for wildlife rehabilitation and education. We’ve hosted multiple wildlife releases, which are typically a hit with guests!
Guest Chris D. says: “Depending on the time you go, there may be events planned, such as the one we viewed with a rehabilitated owl being released by a local wildlife rescue center, who also talked to us about his personal rescued owl that cannot be released. Really cool event.”
🌲 Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge
20 minutes from Standing Pines | 47,000 acres | No camping allowed
Your gateway to one of America’s premier longleaf pine ecosystems!
Wildlife Highlights:
🦅 190+ bird species including endangered red-cockaded woodpeckers
🎣 30+ fishing lakes and ponds
📸 World-class wildlife photography opportunities
🦌 Seasonal hunting for deer, turkey, dove, and small game
Adventure Activities:
🥾 Miles of hiking trails through rare ecosystem
🦅 Spectacular birding and wildlife viewing
🎓 Educational programs and guided tours
📸 Photography workshops and events
Standing Pines is the closest overnight accommodation available for the Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge.
What makes it special: Rare longleaf pine/wiregrass ecosystem, endangered species recovery success stories, and some of the most pristine wildlife habitat in the Southeast.
🏔️ Sand Hills State Forest
15 minutes from Standing Pines | 46,838 acres | Primitive camping only
South Carolina’s equestrian and canine recreation destination!
Sugarloaf Mountain hiking with scenic views
Multiple fishing ponds throughout the forest
Diverse hunting opportunities by permit
H. Cooper Black Memorial Field Trial Area – hosts national competitions
Championship-level equestrian facilities
Savvy horse-loving families mix it up: horses stay at Sand Hills State Forest, while the family enjoys the comforts of Standing Pines—just 15 minutes away!
🐴 30+ miles of scenic trails (all skill levels)
🚛 Trailer parking & corrals at Sand Hills
🏕️ 8 equine campsites for overnight stays
🏨 Full-hookup RV sites & cabins at Standing Pines
🚿 Oasis Showers & lake views after your ride
Why choose? Get both: Horses get forest facilities, families get wildly comfortable camping. Pure relaxation after days in the saddle!
Standing Pines welcomes your family. Sand Hills welcomes your horses!
Explore Equestrian Bliss at Sand Hills State Forest—full article & details
Photo: The Carolinian’s Achieves
🏞️ Great Pee Dee River Heritage Preserve
36 minutes from Standing Pines | 2,725 acres | Day use only
Discover Carolina’s wild river wilderness!
Natural Wonders:
🚣 7 miles of pristine Great Pee Dee River – perfect for canoeing, kayaking, and small-boat exploration
🎣 Excellent fishing for catfish, bass, bream, and seasonal shad
🌸 Rare wildflowers and orchids in secluded cypress swamps
🦫 Wildlife viewing: bobcats, otters, beavers, herons, and more
📍 Free admission and year-round daylight access
Perfect Day Adventure:
🚣 Paddle in peace through landscapes unchanged for centuries
🎣 Cast a line and enjoy some of the Pee Dee’s best river fishing
📸 Capture breathtaking photography in pristine bottomland forests
🦅 Wildlife spotting for birders and nature lovers
🧘 Reconnect with nature’s quiet – all just a short drive from camp
After a day immersed in true wilderness—whether paddling, fishing, or hiking—come home to wildly comfortable camping at Standing Pines!
What makes it special: Experience untouched river wilderness, rare botanical treasures, and wildlife like nowhere else. Paddle, fish, photograph, and then unwind at your adventure basecamp at Standing Pines!
🌺 Kalmia Gardens
15 minutes from Standing Pines | 35 acres | The local “secret gem”
Your peaceful escape into botanical beauty!
Garden Highlights:
🌼 Seasonal wildflower displays – perfect for photography
🚶 Gentle nature walks along Black Creek
👨👩👧👦 All ages and mobility levels welcome
☕ Perfect for morning coffee walks or sunset strolls
Easy Nature Access:
📍 Just minutes from your Standing Pines site
🌿 Intimate scale with diverse habitats
🌸 Year-round beauty with seasonal changes
☕ Your “quick nature fix” between bigger adventures
What makes it special: Intimate scale, seasonal variety, and accessibility – your nearby natural retreat!
Explore the gardens, grab dinner in the college town of Hartsville, then return to Standing Pines for a relaxing Oasis Shower to complete an upscale outdoor day!
Comfortable Pee Dee Camping
Standing Pines | Adventure Basecamp
🚣 Wilderness paddling on pristine rivers
🏇 Championship equestrian events and competitions
🦅 Endangered species viewing and conservation education
🌄 Mountain trail hiking through diverse ecosystems
Daily Adventure
🌅 Morning: Explore pristine river wilderness
🥾 Afternoon: Hike mountain trails and scenic overlooks
🚿 Evening: Return to Oasis Showers and comfortable amenities
Longer Stay Opportunities
📅 Weekend to week-long adventures – always more to explore
💎 Multiple hidden gems across 100,000+ acres
🏕️ Comfortable basecamp while you discover new destinations
🔄 Consider a full week to experience the Pee Dee’s hidden gems!
Don’t want to leave to explore?
We have almost 100 acres of wildly comfortable camping here for your family to discover together right here at Standing Pines!
🏕️ Explore our spacious sites and accommodation options
⭐ See what guests love most about Standing Pines
💎Try gem mining with Finnegan Fox
🛒 Visit our Welcome Center – snacks, essentials and space to enjoy in comfort!
📝 Don’t take our word for it – check out what real guests say!
Public Parks Seasonal Hunting
Our support for local conservation efforts also includes providing a wildly comfortable basecamp for responsible seasonal hunters at the Pee Dee parks. We believe outdoor adventures and environmental stewardship go hand in hand.
Both the Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge and the Sand Hills State Forest allow seasonal hunting. Standing Pines is the closest full service campground to over 90,000 acres of public hunting lands.
Meet Standing Pines! We are a new, family‑owned campground in the Pee Dee region near Hartsville, South Carolina, offering wildly comfortable camping for RVs, cabins, and tents. Discover memories together with quiet country camping for the whole family at Standing Pines.
We are about 30 minutes from the I‑95 / I‑20 interchange near Florence, SC. Watch for owls flying through our pines, challenge each other to a round of mini golf, and laugh as your fur babies explore two large fenced dog parks perfect for zoomies. Enjoy full‑hookup RV sites and modern comforts like our Oasis outdoor showers, private bathhouse, strong Wi‑Fi, and 24/7 Laundry Lounge.
Explore nature with more than 1.5 miles of trails through our private forest or stroll around our 3‑acre private lake. Sunrise and sunset over the water are colorful shows most days.
In summer, we are just 15 minutes from Neptune Island Water Park, a regional favorite for families with kids. All year, we are about 20 minutes from the Darlington NASCAR racetrack and museum, plus fun South Carolina attractions like McLeod Farms and Antique Museum in McBee.
More into nature? We are 15 minutes from the National Sandhills Wildlife Refuge, with more than 47,000 acres of pine forest, ponds and rolling hills. Even closer, the South Carolina Sandhills State Forest offers another 45,000 acres of outdoor fun.
Want to stay a little longer and explore the region?
– 60 minutes to Columbia, SC
– 90 minutes to Charlotte, NC
– 2 hours to Myrtle Beach, SC
– 2.5 hours to Charleston, SC
Less than 4 hours’ easy driving from Savannah, Raleigh, Wilmington, Atlanta or Augusta, GA.