WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP
WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP
WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP
WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP

About Whetstone Horse Camp

Whetstone Horse Camp is located in the Andrew Pickens Ranger District in Oconee County in the western corner of South Carolina, about 13 mi northwest of Walhalla. The Chattooga River flows nearby. With over 30 mi of horseback riding trails, Whetstone serves as a base for those who like to ride and camp.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

18 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏕️ 001, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 002, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 003, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 004, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 005, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 006, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
14 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 007, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
14 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 008, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 009, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 010, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 011, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 012, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 013, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 014, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 015, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 016, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 017, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire
🏕️ 018, Loop: WHHC Equestrian
8 guests · Accessible · Campfire

Reviews (111)

What Guests Are Saying

Whetstone Horse Camp offers beautifully maintained, spacious sites and well-kept trails, making it a favorite for campers and horse riders alike. Many visitors appreciate the serene atmosphere and the clean water. However, some concerns have been raised about maintenance issues like blocked fire pits, locked bathrooms, and reservation management. Overall, the camp is highly recommended for its natural beauty and friendly community.

Review Summary

4.2
111 reviews
5
52.3%
58
4
26.1%
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3
14.4%
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2
1.8%
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1
5.4%
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stephanie n

Verified

April 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: WHHC

3

Gorgeous primitive campground and trail system. Camp host will not enforce quiet time.

stephanie n

Verified

April 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: WHHC

3

Gorgeous primitive campground and trail system. Camp host will not enforce quiet time.

Alexus M

Verified

August 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: WHHC

5

This was the best place to camp. The water was clean and clear, it wasn’t very crowded. This place was just wonderful, recommended all my friends and family’s here. I have straight talk and didn’t have service until i was at the four way stop sign. I would come back to this place again!

Alexus M

Verified

August 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: WHHC

5

This was the best place to camp. The water was clean and clear, it wasn’t very crowded. This place was just wonderful, recommended all my friends and family’s here. I have straight talk and didn’t have service until i was at the four way stop sign. I would come back to this place again!

Ariel C

Verified

September 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: WHHC

5

Trails were great for a hike. Disconnecting from the outside world was refreshing. My daughter loved seeing all the horses, over all a great time!

Ariel C

Verified

September 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: WHHC

5

Trails were great for a hike. Disconnecting from the outside world was refreshing. My daughter loved seeing all the horses, over all a great time!

Lynn B

Verified

November 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: WHHC

5

Well kept and quiet.

Lynn B

Verified

November 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: WHHC

5

Well kept and quiet.

Roger A

Verified

November 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: WHHC

1

For the third time in the last three years we arrived at the campground to find our reserved campsite already occupied. The first two times after much delay and confusion we were able to move into campsite. This last time we found that the camp host gave our reserved site to a couple who simply wanted to be next to their friends who were camped in the adjacent site. We drive approximately three hours to the campground to find we don’t have a campsite due to someone’s negligence or it has been given away to someone else.

Roger A

Verified

November 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: WHHC

1

For the third time in the last three years we arrived at the campground to find our reserved campsite already occupied. The first two times after much delay and confusion we were able to move into campsite. This last time we found that the camp host gave our reserved site to a couple who simply wanted to be next to their friends who were camped in the adjacent site. We drive approximately three hours to the campground to find we don’t have a campsite due to someone’s negligence or it has been given away to someone else.

Location & Directions for Whetstone Horse Camp

112 Andrew Pickens Circle, Mountain Rest, SC 29664 United States

Elevation: 516 ft

Getting There

From Walhalla, go north 6 mi on State Highway 28. Turn left onto Whetstone Road. Go straight for about 5 mi. Continue straight at the four-way stop,
for another 1.5 mi. The pavement ends and gravel begins. A sign for Whetstone Horse Camp is about ...

Nearest town

Mountain Rest, SC - 6.6 mi

About 12 min to downtown

Highway access

Whetstone Horse Camp is accessible via State Highway 28, which is approximately 6 miles south from Walhalla. No interstates or major highways are within 25 miles.

Nearby National Park

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (89 min)

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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