Welcome to the Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey: Lake Marion Camping Near I-95 in South Carolina

Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey is a scenic RV campground in Santee, South Carolina, located at 1268 Gordon Road
[b]Summerton, SC, just under two miles off I-95,
 [/b]along the north shore of Lake Marion, South Carolina's largest lake. With beautiful lakefront surroundings, spacious RV sites, vacation cottages, and convenient access to I-95, our campground is an ideal destination for RV travelers, families, snowbirds, and anyone looking to enjoy the best of South Carolina's Lowcountry.

RV Camping on Lake Marion
Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey offers more than 120 Pull-Thru RV sites, many surrounded by majestic oak trees draped in Spanish moss, tall pines, and tropical palmettos.Choose a Lakefront RV site for beautiful views of Lake Marion and picturesque sunsets over the water. Whether you're stopping overnight during an I-95 road trip or planning a longer South Carolina camping getaway, you'll have a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Looking for camping without an RV? We also offer a variety of vacation rentals in Santee, SC, including:


Convenient I-95 Campground in Santee, SC
Planning an I-95 road trip through South Carolina? Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey is conveniently located off I-95, making it an easy stop for travelers heading north or south.Our campground is approximately 100 miles from both the North Carolina and Georgia state lines and about a 75-minute drive from Columbia and Charleston, two of South Carolina's popular destinations.

That convenient location makes Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey a great choice for:

  • RV travelers traveling I-95
  • Overnight and weekend camping trips
  • Snowbirds traveling north and south
  • Families exploring South Carolina
  • Lake Marion fishing getaways
  • Longer RV stays and vacations

Lake Marion Fishing & Outdoor Recreation
When you're ready to get outside, there's plenty to enjoy at Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey and throughout the surrounding Lake Marion and Santee, SC area. Spend the day swimming in the lake or outdoor pool, cast a line and enjoy some of the area's excellent fishing opportunities, or relax on the beach and take in the natural beauty of Lake Marion.

At the campground, families and friends can enjoy:

  • Lake access
  • Swimming pool
  • Fishing
  • Beach area
  • Community fire pit
  • Sports and yard games
  • Picnic and outdoor spaces
  • KampK9® for your four-legged family members

When you're ready to explore beyond the campground, you'll also be just minutes from restaurants, shopping, championship golf courses, fishing, boating, and other outdoor recreation in the Santee area.

A Peaceful South Carolina Camping Getaway
Whether you're searching for Lake Marion camping, an RV park near I-95, a convenient stop along your South Carolina road trip, or a relaxing Lowcountry vacation, Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey gives you the best of both worlds: easy highway access and a peaceful lakefront setting.

Spend your days fishing, swimming, playing games, exploring Santee, or simply relaxing beneath the Spanish moss. Then gather around the community fire pit and watch the sunset over Lake Marion.

Make Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey your next South Carolina camping destination.

Important Camping Information:

  • WiFi: Available for campers
  • Cable TV: Not available due to the rural nature of the area
  • Pool season: May 1–October 31
  • Maximum Pull-Thru site length: 85 feet
  • Sites over 65 feet: Please call for reservations

Ready to plan your stay? Book your Lake Marion camping getaway at Santee / Santee Lakes KOA Journey or make us your next stop along I-95.

Due to the rural nature of our location, there is no cable provider in the area; therefore, we cannot provide cable to our campers. We do provide WiFi. Pool: May 1st-October 31st. Max pull thru: 85 feet. Please call 803.478.2262 for reservations for sites over 65 feet.

Campground Amenities

  • 50 Max Amp
  • 85' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pool (5/15 - 10/15)
  • Snack Bar ($)
  • Propane ($)
  • Fishing
  • Mini Golf
  • Firewood ($)
  • Pavilion
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Ways to Stay

KOA Journey

KOA Journey Campgrounds

KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.

KOA Journeys Feature:

  • Pull-through RV Sites with 50-amp service
  • Premium Tent Sites
  • Well lit after hours check-in service

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Local Area

Santee National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge is located on the north shore of Lake Marion. In the winter months one can see ducks and geese.  It is also a nesting and stopover area for migratory birds, raptors, shore birds, and wading birds.  The endangered American alligator and the wood stork can also be seen. There is a Visitor Center with educational exhibits, walking trails, a car tour route, wildlife observation and photography, hunting, and fishing.

2125 Fort Watson Road

Summerton, SC 29148

803-478-2217

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Congaree National Park

Congaree National Park has the largest intact expanse of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and Wateree Rivers sweep through the floodplain, carrying nutrients and sediments that nourish and rejuvenate this ecosystem and support the growth of national and state-champion trees.

100 National Park Road

Hopkins, SC 29061

803-776-4396

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Corey Casey Fishing Guide

Corey Casey is a seasoned pro on Santee Cooper Lake. He has been fishing on Santee for his entire life. Beginning in 2023, Corey began providing guided fishing trips for Catfish, Largemouth bass, and Striper! Corey can offer you and your family a great fishing day, sightseeing, and more.

Sante Cooper Lake

Santee, SC 29142

843-214-6989

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Santee Water Park

Eastern Orangeburg County residents and visitors are welcome to visit to stay cool during the hot summer months. Part of the pool is wheelchair accessible. Plenty of chairs and tables, shaded areas, a snack bar, and a room for small group parties exist.

1761 Bass Drive Santee, SC

Santee, SC 29142

803-268-7622

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