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Van Hook Glade

National Forests in North Carolina

🏕️ CampgroundSumter NF / OconeeSouth Carolina⭐ 4.6 (187)
Van Hook Glade
🟢 9 open windows as of Oct 8 — soonest Wed Oct 14–Fri Oct 16
Availability checked 32m ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 4 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Van Hook Glade in South Carolina has 9 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Wed Oct 14–Fri Oct 16. 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
Wed Oct 14 – Fri Oct 162 nightsbook these dates →sites #013
Sat Oct 17 – Tue Oct 203 nightsbook these dates →sites #012
Sun Oct 18 – Wed Oct 213 nightsbook these dates →sites #007
Mon Oct 19 – Thu Oct 223 nightsbook these dates →sites #001, #008
Tue Oct 20 – Fri Oct 233 nightsbook these dates →sites #015, #020
Sun Oct 25 – Wed Oct 283 nightsbook these dates →👥 VAN #007 & VAN #008 next to each othersites #007, #008, #013
Tue Oct 27 – Fri Oct 303 nightsbook these dates →sites #019
Wed Oct 28 – Sat Oct 313 nightsbook these dates →👥 VAN #015 & VAN #016 next to each othersites #001, #015, #016

📷 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 VAN #013 — A photo of Site 013 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with Picni
Site VAN #013 · A photo of Site 013 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with PicniDan Woodall
Campsite VAN #013 — A photo of Site 013 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with Picni
Site VAN #013 · A photo of Site 013 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with PicniDan Woodall
Campsite VAN #007 — A photo of Site 007 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with No Am
Site VAN #007 · A photo of Site 007 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with No AmDan Woodall
Campsite VAN #007 — A photo of Site 007 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with Picni
Site VAN #007 · A photo of Site 007 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with PicniDan Woodall
Campsite VAN #008 — A photo of Site 008 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with Picni
Site VAN #008 · A photo of Site 008 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with PicniDan Woodall
Campsite VAN #008 — A photo of Site 008 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with Picni
Site VAN #008 · A photo of Site 008 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with PicniDan Woodall
Campsite VAN #015 — A photo of Site 015 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with Picni
Site VAN #015 · A photo of Site 015 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with PicniDan Woodall
Campsite VAN #015 — A photo of Site 015 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with Picni
Site VAN #015 · A photo of Site 015 of Loop VAN at VAN HOOK GLADE with PicniDan Woodall
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 10.2 mi away (straight line).

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Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 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 21 openings at Van Hook Glade over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 4–20 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

💵 $24–$40/nightGroup Shelter NonelectricStandard NonelectricTent Only Nonelectric🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.6★★★★★187 ratings
5★145
4★27
3★8
2★4
1★3
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T1.3/4
Verizon0.8/4
T-Mobile0.3/4
Sprint retired0.8/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Van Hook Glade FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Van Hook Glade?

Van Hook Glade 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 Van Hook Glade?

Campsite fees at Van Hook Glade run about $24–$40/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Van Hook Glade when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Van Hook Glade 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 Van Hook Glade?

CampSage's scans caught 21 openings at Van Hook Glade over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 4–20 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 Van Hook Glade a good campground?

Van Hook Glade holds an average rating of 4.6/5 from 187 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Van Hook Glade?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Van Hook Glade, AT&T rates highest at 1.3 out of 5 from 44 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Van Hook Glade located?

Van Hook Glade 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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