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Elmwood Recreation Area

Primitive campsite.

This recreation area is located in the northeastern portion of the Francis Marion National Forest. It’s a popular camp during deer and turkey hunts on the Waterhorn Hunt Unit. The area also serves as a South Carolina Department of Natural Resources game check station during big-game hunting season.

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General Information

All year

Stay is limited to 14 days.

Free of charge

Getting There

Directions

From Charleston, take US Highway 17 north past McClellanville to Rutledge Road (SC Route 857-S). Turn left onto Rutledge Road, and drive four miles to Elmwood Recreation Area.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Grills are available

Last updated March 19th, 2025