charleston

faye · 10-17-2009, 12:46 AM

how is the traffic on 526 around carleston, s.c. ??is it heavy?? what campgrounds that are easy to get to without alot of traffic for a visit to charleston. thanks

Works2RV · 10-17-2009, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by faye

how is the traffic on 526 around carleston, s.c. ??is it heavy?? what campgrounds that are easy to get to without alot of traffic for a visit to charleston. thanks

Hi!

Traffic can be heavy especially at the I26/526 intersection - a lot of trucks to and from the port. Remember this is a peninsula with few ways on or off. Campgrounds might be the Oak Plantation off US 17 South ( Oak Plantation Campground: Charleston ) or the KOA in Mount Pleasant - US 17 North ( Mount Pleasant, South Carolina Camping Vacation ) but either will have traffic issues at times. The very best CG in the area is the one at James Island County Park ( Charleston County Parks and Recreation - Campground & Cottages ) - just a little difficult getting to for some but well worth it and they have a shuttle to take you downtown so no need to fight for parking.

Anyhow, hope this helps and that you enjoy your visit!!

Take care,

Buck

Wayne M · 10-17-2009, 08:21 AM

James Island County Park has a very nice campground.
Make reservations first.

Works2RV · 10-17-2009, 08:45 AM

One more thing - you might want to look watch the SCDOT traffic cameras to get a hint as to the level of traffic we consider "heavy" you might think otherwise

SCDOT - Getting Around in South Carolina - Charleston-South Traffic Cameras

Ronnie Bledsoe 2006 Dutchstar 43' · 10-17-2009, 10:37 AM

James County Park is excellent. If you plan ahead and study your city map a few miles in congestion before getting on freeway or expressway. I had no problem with 43' and Jeep toad.

ctcamper · 10-19-2009, 05:03 PM

I just left james island county park campground and it was a very clean well done cg. Highly recommended. One of the best cg around anywhere.

The only bad thing is the sand from the pads -- so use a mat and wipe feet before entering camper. and also a reminder to use ant spray as a barrier in any cg around the southern area.
Don't do what I did and stand near a red ant hill either lol -- ouch