Camping Information
Camping on the Francis Marion National Forest
Camping is allowed in our developed campground (Buck Hall) and in designated primitive sites (Honey Hill & Elm Wood Hunt Camp). Visitors who wish to camp outside of these areas (dispersed camping) may obtain a free permit from the Francis Marion local district office (M-F), Sewee Visitor Center (W-Sat) or online.
Recreation.gov (Buck Hall online reservation system)
Toll Free # (877) 444-6777
Buck Hall FS Web Page
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/scnfs/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=47291&actid=29
Dispersed Camping Online Permit - can take up to 24 to 48 hours for processing. Submit by Thursday for timely processing.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/scnfs/passes-permits
Recreation areas can close at anytime due to hazards beyond our control at anytime. Please make sure you always PACK IT IN PACK IT OUT and Leave No Trace.