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Rattler Ford Group Campground

National Forests in North Carolina

🏕️ CampgroundSumter NF / OconeeSouth Carolina⭐ 4.6 (30)
Rattler Ford Group Campground
🟢 10 open windows as of Oct 8 — soonest Sun Oct 11–Wed Oct 14
1 of the last 12 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 2h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 2 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Rattler Ford Group Campground in South Carolina has 10 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Oct 11–Wed Oct 14. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sun Oct 11 – Wed Oct 143 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 #002
Mon Oct 12 – Thu Oct 153 nights👥 groupbook these dates →👥 RFGC #003 & RFGC #004 next to each othersites 👥 #003, 👥 #004
Tue Oct 13 – Fri Oct 163 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 #001
Sun Oct 18 – Wed Oct 213 nights👥 groupbook these dates →👥 RFGC #001 & RFGC #002 next to each othersites 👥 #001, 👥 #002
Wed Oct 21 – Sat Oct 243 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 #003
Wed Oct 21 – Fri Oct 232 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 #004
Sun Oct 25 – Wed Oct 283 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 #004
Sun Oct 25 – Tue Oct 272 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 #001

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite RFGC #002 — Rattler Ford Campsite 2 Picnic Tables
Site RFGC #002 · Rattler Ford Campsite 2 Picnic TablesUS Forest Service
Campsite RFGC #002 — Rattler Ford Campsite 2 Fire Ring
Site RFGC #002 · Rattler Ford Campsite 2 Fire RingUS Forest Service
Campsite RFGC #003 — Rattler Ford Campsite 3 Fire Ring
Site RFGC #003 · Rattler Ford Campsite 3 Fire RingUS Forest Service
Campsite RFGC #003 — Rattler Ford Campsite 3 Picnic Tables
Site RFGC #003 · Rattler Ford Campsite 3 Picnic TablesUS Forest Service
Campsite RFGC #004 — Rattler Ford Campsite 4 Picnic Tables
Site RFGC #004 · Rattler Ford Campsite 4 Picnic TablesUS Forest Service
Campsite RFGC #004 — Rattler Ford Campsite 4
Site RFGC #004 · Rattler Ford Campsite 4US Forest Service
Campsite RFGC #001 — Rattler Ford Campsite 1
Site RFGC #001 · Rattler Ford Campsite 1US Forest Service
Campsite RFGC #001 — Rattler Ford Campsite 1 Picnic Tables
Site RFGC #001 · Rattler Ford Campsite 1 Picnic TablesUS Forest Service

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about April 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 17 openings at Rattler Ford Group Campground over the last 30 days, on 15 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 31 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

👥 Group site💵 $75/nightGroup Tent Only Area Nonelectric🎒 backcountry🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.6★★★★★28 ratings
5★20
4★6
3★1
2★1
1★0
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon0.2/4
AT&T0.0/4
T-Mobile0.0/4
Sprint retired0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Rattler Ford Group Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Rattler Ford Group Campground?

Rattler Ford Group Campground in South Carolina takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Rattler Ford Group Campground?

Campsite fees at Rattler Ford Group Campground run about $75/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Rattler Ford Group Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Rattler Ford Group Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Rattler Ford Group Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 17 openings at Rattler Ford Group Campground over the last 30 days, on 15 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 31 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Rattler Ford Group Campground a good campground?

Rattler Ford Group Campground holds an average rating of 4.6/5 from 30 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Rattler Ford Group Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Rattler Ford Group Campground, Verizon rates highest at 0.2 out of 5 from 15 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Rattler Ford Group Campground located?

Rattler Ford Group Campground is located in Sumter NF / Oconee, South Carolina. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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