River Bottom Farms Family Campground

The Great Outdoors

You won’t have too much trouble getting out into the great outdoors while camping at River Bottom Farms Family Campground. It may be close to the city, but there is an amazing variety of forestland and nature in the area, including some special state parks. Aiken State Park may be small, but it's just down the road and full of wonders. Guests can rent fishing equipment, boats, canoes, and kayaks at Aiken State Park to navigate its waterways and see the beauty of the swamps, mangroves, and forests. There are swimming areas, biking and hiking trails, and a camping area. Barnwell State Park is farther south, with many of the same features. Non-motorized boats are welcome on the lake, where fishing and swimming are also allowed. Playgrounds, volleyball courts, beaches, boat rentals, fishing piers, and a park store can be visited on-site.Over on the shores of massive Lake Marion, Santee State Park is one of the most popular recreation areas in South Carolina. The sprawling lake is teeming with freshwater fish like largemouth bass, white perch, and Arkansas blue catfish. Visitors can explore the lake's numerous swimming areas, hidden coves, and secret fishing spots, and Santee State Park has access to this extraordinary body of water. You can go hiking, biking, birdwatching, canoeing, kayaking, boating, swimming, or even camping at one of the park’s two RV-friendly campgrounds.Just outside of Columbia, the 26,000-acre Congaree National Park features various protected ecosystems, like cypress swamps and old-growth bottomland hardwood forests. You can walk the fantastic system of trails and boardwalks cutting through these stunning areas, canoe or kayak hundreds of miles of waterways, or stay the night in your RV rental while touring Congaree National Park.

City Sightseeing

The campsites at River Bottom Farms Family Campground are nestled in the tranquil South Carolina countryside, so sightseeing is best done in the capital city, just 45 minutes' drive northeast. There you can see a variety of historic sites, museums, art galleries, fine dining establishments, sporting events, and much more. The South Carolina State Museum is a fabulous place to learn about South Carolina’s natural and human history, with interactive displays, a planetarium, a 4D theater, and several stories of fascinating exhibits.The Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden is a zoo and wildlife center that children will absolutely adore. The 70-acre garden has beautiful walkways lined with flowers of every color, and there are over 2,000 animals representing 350 species from around the world at this wildlife education center. From tigers and zebras to curious otters and an array of reptiles and fish, this place makes for an excellent day trip destination while camping near Swansea.For a dose of culture, the Columbia Museum of Art is a must-visit for art lovers. This magnificent collection features towering sculptures outside and an assortment of masterpieces in its indoor galleries. See legendary works from masters like Vincent van Gogh and Andy Warhol, among others, when you head here during your Columbia camping trip. Events are regularly held at the museum, and rotating exhibits make every visit unique.