Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground
Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground is located on the Enoree Ranger District of Sumter National Forest. It's location in the southeastern corner of the district in Fairfield County. The Broad River flows near the area, a couple miles west of Rocky Branch. It offers seasonal camping opportunities to hunt whitetail deer and wild turkey during big game deer and turkey seasons. The campground is situated on hilly terrain in a dense pine forest with an elevation of approximately 500 feet. Long hot summers and mild winters are the norm for the Enoree Ranger District. Early winter temperatures range from low 40's to upper 60's degrees and summer temperatures range from high 80's to high 90's.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
Site guide
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 | Back-in | 49 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 02 | Back-in | 69 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 03 | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 04 | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 05 | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 06 | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 07 | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 08 | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 09 | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| Site 10 | Back-in | 43 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
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 |
| Max vehicle length | 49 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | During fall big game deer and spring turkey seasons the campground is on a first-come, first-serve basis. |
Rocky Branch Seasonal Camp offers a primitive camp setting with one campground loop. The road is flat and graveled and is easily traveled. The campground has ten campsites. Campsites consist of a shady grassy area with a rock fire ring. Many sites will only accommodate smaller camper trailers or tents. The campground doesn't provide picnic tables, electricity or wifi and cell coverage is sporadic. No hookups available. There is a minimum of one person and a maximum of eight people allowed per site. There is a minimum of one vehicle plus camper with a maximum of two vehicles plus two campers or two tents or one camper and one tent per site if the site will accommodate them. Many of these sites will only accommodate one vehicle with one camper. Golf carts are not allowed.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests |
| Fees | Free |
| Rules | Quiet time is 10 p.m.– 6 a.m. Care should be taken in the woods during big-game season. Wear blaze orange. |
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Interstate 26 and Highway 34 (exit 74 off interstate): Take Highway 34 east towards Winnsboro 16.2 miles. Turn left onto Cooper Holmes Rd. Forest Service Road 412, and drive 1.6 miles to campground entrance on left.
| Nearest town | Whitmire, South Carolina |
| Coordinates | 34.4352° N, 81.3281° W · Directions ↗ |
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Fire nearby
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28 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 ↗ | 18.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra ↗ | 27.1 mi |
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Trails nearby
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Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
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Natural features
Rocky Branch is surrounded by forest and hilly terrain. It's located in the piedmont of South Carolina. The creek that gives the campground its name flows south of the campground parallel to Rocky Creek, located north of the campground. Both creeks merge and flow into the Broad River west of the campground.
Recreation
Rocky Branch is a seasonal hunt camp on the Enoree Ranger District open mid-September through early January for big game deer season and the month of April for spring turkey season. Wild turkey and deer can be found in the area. The area offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, as well as appreciation of the Piedmont forest and scenery.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground?
Sites at Rocky Branch Seasonal 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 Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground?
During fall big game deer and spring turkey seasons the campground is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground have?
10 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground?
The longest site here provides 49 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Rocky Branch Seasonal 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. Quiet time is 10 p.m.– 6 a.m.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground?
Rocky Branch is a seasonal hunt camp on the Enoree Ranger District open mid-September through early January for big game deer season and the month of April for spring turkey season. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground?
Whitmire, South Carolina. Find upcoming events, restaurants, artists, farmers markets in surrounding Fairfield County.
Source: Getting there
What if Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Collins Creek Seasonal Campground (11.4 mi), Woods Ferry Campground (19.7 mi), and Brick House Campground (21.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby