Leroys Ferry Campground
J. Strom Thurmond Lake
This campground contains 10 primitive campsites. There is a hand pump well for non-potable water and vaulted toilets.
Notifications and Alerts
This facility is closed until further notice due to impacts from Hurricane Helene.
All campground and picnic shelter reservations for the 2025 season have been cancelled due to damaged sustained by Hurricane Helene.
Need to Know
Only campers allowed in the campground.
Alcohol is prohibited
Scooters and ATVs are prohibited; however, golf carts are allowed per campground rules.
For current lake conditions, contact 1-800-533-3478 ext. 1147
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
No more than 10 campers allowed per site
Natural Features
LeRoys Ferry Campground is located on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, north of the town of McCormick. It is a primitive campground with 10 campsites and a boat ramp.
The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking opportunities.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking opportunities. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas.
Recreation
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities.
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From the town of Mccormick, continue on HWY 28 SW for 6.1 mi. Keep left to continue on SC-81 N. Turn right on State Rd S-33-39 until you reach the town of Willington. You wil see the large brown signs from here leading into the campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 9, Loop B, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop B, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 6, Loop B, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 3, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 5, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 8, Loop B, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 7, Loop B, Type Standard Nonelectric
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