RV Rental Lake Marion, SC

Camping at Lake Marion comes with a lot of perks, such as a phenomenal fishing opportunity. Since angling is not just about catching the biggest fish, take the chance to teach your budding fishermen the virtue of patience by the shores of Lake Marion. Some of the fish you’ll likely encounter include striped bass, channel catfish, and black crappie.

Should fishing sound interesting, wait until you hear about the boating opportunities. Lake Marion and the neighboring Lake Moultrie are part of a navigable inland channel leading to Charleston from Columbia. If you’re feeling eager to boat down to Charleston, you’ll get to pass through the Pinopolis Dam and Lock, which at 75-foot in height, is the largest single-step lock in North America.

While camping in a rental motorhome at Lake Marion, fun isn’t only limited to the water. The low country in South Carolina is relatively flat, so hiking through the countryside is fairly easy. The massive Santee National Wildlife Refuge has a healthy wildlife population consisting of alligators, waterfowl, and the Springflyer Dragonfly. It is also one of the largest wetlands supporting migratory birds in Eastern USA.

After finding a good RV rental near Lake Marion, shift your focus to looking for a suitable campground that suits your needs. When pitching up your Summerton camper rental as near to the lake as possible is what you are seeking, then look up Palmetto Shores RV Resort in Summerton. The basic park features include full hookups on big rig accessible pull-thru sites. Some of the amenities include laundry facilities, a camp store, and a pool. The mobile connectivity here is good, and there is WiFi.

Alternatively, consider camping with an RV at the Rocks Pond Campground & Marina in Eutawville for easier access to Lake Marion's eastern waters. The campground offers water, electric, and sewer hookups on ample sized pull-thru sites. There is a good mobile connection to all major carriers, and there is a camp store on site. For recreation, guests get access to good fishing spots and a playground for children.

Tucked in between two of South Carolina’s largest cities, you’ll be spoilt for choice over the number of attractions found around the lake. Since Charleston is just a short drive away, be sure to drop by for a chance to sample the town’s best beaches. When packing your RV rental, don’t forget to throw in some sunscreen lotion.

When Folly Beach is your beach of choice, indulge in a self-guided tour to the edge of the island, which is locally referred to as “The Edge of America." Don’t forget a camera as the Morris Island Lighthouse is insta-worthy. If time allows it, make your way to the end of East Ashley Avenue for some snaps of the striking street graffiti.

Linking Charleston to Mount Pleasant, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge is one of Charleston’s most iconic landmarks. After trekking across the bridge with your better half, head over to downtown Charleston for a culinary tour of the city’s restaurants. After eating to your full, unwind over a snappy cocktail in one of Charleston’s bars.