Brick House Campground
Brick House Campground is located on SC Route 66, 3.5 miles east of I-26, situated in the heart of the Enoree Ranger District in Newberry County. The campground is surrounded by a mixed pine-hardwood forest with an elevation of approximately 550 feet. Long hot summers and mild winters are the norm for the Enoree Ranger District. Winter temperatures range from low 40's to upper 60's degrees and summer temperatures range from high 80's to high 90's. Wild azaleas are clumped by the old homesites and wildflowers and dogwoods dot the landscape. This site offers a great opportunity for all season camping.
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Site mix
| Equestrian | 20 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 44 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 02 | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Preferred |
| 03 | Back-in | 61 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 04 | Pull-through | 72 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Preferred |
| 06 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 07 | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 08 | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 09 | Back-in | 54 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | Back-in | 51 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 11 | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Campsites are by reservations only year round through recreation.gov. and have a 14 day stay limit within a 30 rolling day period. These sites are $5 per night and American the Beautiful discount pass is accepted. |
Brick House offers year-round access to 21 campsites campground. All sites have some shade throughout the day. The campground has a gravel road and parking spurs that all vehicles need to be parked on. Campsite parking spurs are level and vary in size and grade. Not all sites can accommodate all vehicles. All sites have a picnic table, fire ring, and a lantern post. Up to two horses per campsite are allowed but need to be highlined or kept in portable corrals. Two, double vault toilet buildings are centrally located at each end of the campground. There is no water, no electrical hookups, and no dump station available. Cell coverage can be spotty. Pets are welcome but must be leashed at all times within the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | All year |
| Forest | Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests |
| Fees | Camping is $5 per day. |
| Rules | Stay is limited to 14 days. Ensure you have a reservation before arrival. Highline horses behind white banded trees. Quiet hours are 10pm-6am. No fireworks. Campfires are allowed only in designated fire rings. Only dead and down wood may be collected. All tents and vehicles must be located on the hardened areas of the campsites. Care should be taken in the woods during big-game season. |
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests recreation page ↗
Weather by month
Getting there
From Columbia: Take I-26 W- 51 mi, Take exit #60 (SC 66), drive east for 3.5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 358 and drive.3 miles. You will first pass the Buncombe Trailhead parking area on left, continue past to the Brick House campground on the right.
| Nearest town | Whitmire, South Carolina |
| Coordinates | 34.4480° N, 81.7069° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Available by reservation only year round through recreation.gov.
- The trail has a user fee and is closed when trail conditions are too wet for riding.Call the "Call Before You Haul" hotline.
- Campsites are for reservation only year round through recreation.gov. and have a 14 day stay limit within 30 rolling days.
- Use the Call Before You Haul hotline to check trail status.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFy27 Scfmf Rx Support
42 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 15.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 29.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Circle Outfitter's ↗ | 29.6 mi |
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Video
Brick House Campground and Sumpter National Forest Vlog
Worth a stop
- Enoree OHV Trail- 10 minutes up the road is a 24 mile designated trail for motorized atvs, utvs and dirt bikes that are 50 inches wide or less. Use the Call Before You Haul hotline to check trail status.
- Newberry Opera House, Newberry, SC. https://www.newberryoperahouse.com/
- 2.4 miEnoree Ohv Trail ↗OHV / range
- 10.2 miMolly's Rock Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miBuncombe Horse Trail ↗34.2 mi trail
- 2.6 miEnoree OHV Trail ↗22.3 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Duncan's Creek Presbyterian ChurchBuilding · Clinton · 7.7 mi
- Osborne Wells HouseBuilding · Newberry · 12.3 mi
- Newberry County Memorial HospitalBuilding · Newberry · 12.7 mi
Natural features
Over 700,000 acres of pine-hardwood forest with gently rolling terrain make up the Enoree Ranger District. Headleys Creek runs through the area a bit over half a mile away from the campground by road.
Recreation
- Brick House offers a year-round primitive, single loop campground with 21 campsites. The small campground offers a primitive laid back setting that one can relax and enjoy in. Available by reservation only year round through recreation.gov.
- The 30 mile Buncombe Horse Trail offers a variety a loops which riders can choose between a short or all day ride. The trail is open to horses, hikers and mountain bikers.
- The 24 mile Enoree OHV Trail is a short 10 minute drive north of Brick House. The motorized trail is open to atvs, utvs, and dirt bikes that are 50 inches and less in width. Bring your own equipment. The trail has a user fee and is closed when trail conditions are too wet for riding.Call the "Call Before You Haul" hotline.
- The surrounding national forest lands are a great place for big game deer and turkey hunting along with other small game hunting. Hunting and fishing in South Carolina is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Brick House Campground?
Sites at Brick House Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Brick House Campground?
Campsites are by reservations only year round through recreation.gov. and have a 14 day stay limit within a 30 rolling day period. These sites are $5 per night and American the Beautiful discount pass is accepted.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Brick House Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Brick House Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season All year.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Brick House Campground have?
24 sites, including 20 equestrian sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Brick House Campground?
Brick House Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Brick House Campground?
There is no water, no electrical hookups, and no dump station available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Brick House Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Brick House Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Brick House Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Stay is limited to 14 days.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Brick House Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Brick House Campground?
Brick House offers a year-round primitive, single loop campground with 21 campsites. The small campground offers a primitive laid back setting that one can relax and enjoy in. Available by reservation only year round through recreation.gov. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Brick House Campground?
Whitmire, South Carolina. Enoree OHV Trail- 10 minutes up the road is a 24 mile designated trail for motorized atvs, utvs and dirt bikes that are 50 inches wide or less. Use the Call Before You Haul hotline to check trail status.
Source: Getting there