Recreation area

Chauga Scenic River

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests · South Carolina — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Chauga Scenic River is popular with anglers. Trout can be caught here, as well as largemouth bass, redeye bass, bluegill and catfish.

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Chauga Scenic River doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby South Carolina campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.