Can you reserve a site at Bussey Point Campground?

Yes, Bussey Point Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Bussey Point Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Bussey Point Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Bussey Point Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Bussey Point Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Bussey Point Campground, South Carolina — 14 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Enjoy nature at its finest. Located at the entrance of the Bussey Point wilderness recreation area- a 2,545 acre peninsula on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, the campground provides a relaxing getaway for the nature enthusiast for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding. The Bussey Point horse trail was created by horseback riders for horseback riders. This trail circles the peninsula and is 12.5 miles long. Along with the horse trail, there are an additional 20 miles of roads and trails located within the area that all are welcome to use (no motor vehicles please).

Located within the area are 15 food plots, six hike/bike/ride/boat in camping/picnic sites, and several natural beaches. Ample deer and turkey inhabit the area along with other mammals and birds to provide one of the best opportunities on the lake to view wildlife in its natural setting.

Adjacent to the area is the campground with 14 primitive campsites without water or electric, however, there are picnic tables, fire rings, and grills located at each site. There is also a boat launching ramp, hand pump for non-potable water, and rustic toilets located throughout the area.

Recreation

The area has 12.5 miles of equestrian trails that cross through the adjacent wilderness recration area.

There is a boat launching ramp on site.

Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities.

Facilities

The campground has two loops of campsites, each with a vaulted pit toilet.

There is a hand pump for non-potable water.

There is no attendant on duty.

Natural Features

Hot, humid summers and mild, pleasant winters characterize this heavily wooded area on the shore of Thurmond Lake. A mixed pine and hardwood forest covers the site, providing summer shade and fall color.

Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, wild turkeys and whitetail deer.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (800) 533-3478.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is just outside of Lincolnton, GA.

Cherokee Recreation Area is nearby.

Nearby golf course.

The facts

14 bookable sites
Up to 10 people per site
Loops: A, B

Site types

14 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

14 campsites at Bussey Point Campground

Check-in 03:00 PM · Check-out 01:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
1	A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
10	A	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
2	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
3	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
4	A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
5	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
6	A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
7	A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
8	A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
9	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
11	B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
12	B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
13	B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾
14	B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	—	10	🐾

Getting there

From the HWY 47 Little River bridge in Lincoln Co, GA, go north 1.8 miles and turn right on Ashmore-Barden Rd. Go 3 miles to the stop sign and turn right on Double Branches Rd. Go 3 miles until the pavement ends. COntinue straight on the dirt road .5 miles to the fork in the road. Take a right at the campground sign.

Fees and stay limits

Camping fees at $14 per night. Fees must be paid when reserving a site on www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Bussey Point Campground

Can you reserve a site at Bussey Point Campground?: Yes, Bussey Point Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Bussey Point Campground have?: 14 sites.
Are pets allowed at Bussey Point Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Bussey Point Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Bussey Point Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Bussey Point Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Contact

Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-03.

Bussey Point Campground