Hester's Bottoms Campground

The campground is lovely and one of my favorite places to camp. The campsites are well maintained, and all the facilities are clean. It is a family -friendly place that is peaceful and beautiful.

Visited for the third time last weekend and just had to make sure I left a review this time! We were joined by our camping club and I believe we were only a few sites shy of taking over the place.

The campground is just fabulous, huge private sites with great water access and/or views depending on your needs. Our group was so well cared for! From the friendly staff throughout to the luau/pig roast and DJ, we couldn’t ask for anything more! Except maybe full hookup sites 🤣

We love Hester’s Bottoms!

Love Hesters Bottoms, never a bad site. Lots for kids and kids of all ages. Great Staff. The owner Lindsey is amazing and kniw how to keep this park TIP TOP! Lots of special activities for all. A day on the water or enjoying your site, you won't be disappointed.

5 Stars – Hospitality, History, and Unforgettable Fun!

Our Carolina Camping Club takeover at Hester’s Bottoms Family Campground was nothing short of incredible! This wonderful campground is a true hidden gem—rich in history, full of charm, and managed by some of the kindest, most welcoming hosts we’ve ever met.

The staff went above and beyond to make our group feel right at home, and the campground itself was spotless, spacious, and well-organized. Everything needed was right there—from clean bathhouses, to shaded gathering areas, a campground store, electricity and water hookups, a dump station, a beach, boat launch, golfcart and kayak rentals, a laundry, huge waterfront sites, and peaceful walking trails. Plus, as a standout unicorn campground, Hester’s Bottoms has usesble Wi-Fi, EVERYWHERE!

One of the absolute highlights of the weekend was the Saturday night luau and pig picking hosted by the campground. It was next-level! The food was phenomenal—perfectly cooked South Carolina pork provided by the campground paired with all the potluck fixings brought by club members —and the luau theme added so much fun and flair to the evening. Music, laughter, and delicious food brought everyone together, creating the kind of memories our club will be talking about for years to come.

Add in the campground’s unique historical background, and you’ve got a place that’s not only fun but meaningful. Whether we were learning about the land’s history, enjoying nature, or connecting with camping friends new and old, Hester’s Bottoms delivered a one-of-a-kind experience.

Every campout and gathering with the CCC is filled with laughter, nature, shared stories, and new lifelong friendships. If you’re looking for more than just camping, join the CCC family—you’ll find adventure, community, and joy in every campfire’s glow.

Huge thanks to the Hester’s Bottoms owners and staff for putting so much heart into this wonderful campground. We can’t wait to come back again in August 2026.

Hester's Bottoms is a hidden gem! Our site had a gorgeous view of Lake Strom Thurmond. If we had lake toys such as kayaks, paddle boards, etc., this site would have been an excellent access for some fun lake time.

We felt like we were in the middle of the woods on our site. We could not see the other campsite on either side of us - it's not like we were camping in a trailer park, we were in the middle of the wilderness.

The day before we arrived, we received a phone call saying that they had a waterline issue. My wife and I were very impressed with how the situation was handled. They did everything they could to accommodate us. We were even given a golf cart to ride to the bathhouse.

Hester's Bottoms is an excellent campground - I would highly recommend it!