Modoc

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Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

70Sites

48 ftMax rig

The place

Modoc Campground is located on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, only five miles away from the Lake Thurmond Visitor Center and Dam. Camping at Modoc is ripe with many different opportunities for relaxation, skill-building, family bonding, and nature appreciation. The 70,000+ acre lake and 1,000+ miles of shoreline are prime for activities that facilitate such opportunities such as boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, bird watching, and so much more of course! Recreation Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Keep reading

Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers great conditions for exciting activities such as boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming. When recreating at Thurmond Lake, we hope to give our visitors opportunities to bond, appreciate nature, relive stress, improve skills, and improve physical fitness. Facilities Modoc Campground has many facilities that every camper can enjoy! The gatehouse has friendly camp hosts and information about the campground and local area. There are four bathhouses spread throughout the campground that have flush toilets and showers. The boat ramp and courtesy dock are conveniently placed with lots of parking. For the young campers, there is a playground on the first loop with a bathhouse conveniently next to it. For campers of all ages, there is a shaded hiking trail that winds through the campground showcasing the beautiful pine and hardwood trees. For camper convenience, there is a dump station and dumpsters located in the campground. Natural Features Water/ Land: Modoc Campground is on the shoreline of the J Strom Thurmond Lake that is over 70,000 acres, and surrounded with a mix of pine and hardwood trees which offer shade and visual interest. Wildlife: Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, neo-tropical birds, wild turkeys, and whitetail deer. Weather/ Climate: Average temperatures during the camping season starts out at 76 degrees Fahrenheit and peaks in July at 91 degrees Fahrenheit. May receives the least amount of rainfall on average, but increased rainfall for June, July, and August. Nearby Attractions Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional settings for outdoor activities such as, boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking. There are many USACE managed day-use areas within 10 miles where registered campers may enter for free by displaying their campground hangtag pass. Within five miles, campers may visit the dam, Visitor Center, and various USACE trails. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas. The Augusta National Golf Club hosts the Masters Golf Tournament annually the first week of April.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 70

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
MOD1	001	standard electric	24 ft	30
MOD1	002	standard electric	25 ft	30
MOD1	003	standard electric	24 ft	30
MOD1	004	standard electric	28 ft	30
MOD1	005	standard electric	34 ft	30
MOD1	006	standard electric	28 ft	30
MOD1	007	standard electric	34 ft	30
MOD1	008	standard electric	36 ft	30
MOD1	009	standard electric	36 ft	30
MOD1	010	standard electric	40 ft	30
MOD1	011	standard nonelectric	32 ft	—
MOD1	012	standard electric	40 ft	30
MOD1	013	standard electric	40 ft	30
MOD1	014	standard electric	36 ft	30
MOD1	015	standard electric	30 ft	30
MOD1	016	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	017	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	018	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	019	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	020	standard electric	46 ft	50
MOD1	021	management	32 ft	50
MOD1	022	management	42 ft	50
MOD1	023	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	024	standard electric	28 ft	50
MOD1	025	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	026	standard electric	24 ft	50	yes
MOD1	027	standard electric	34 ft	50
MOD1	028	standard electric	25 ft	50
MOD1	029	standard electric	40 ft	50
MOD1	030	standard electric	36 ft	50
MOD1	031	standard electric	40 ft	50
MOD1	032	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	033	standard electric	25 ft	50
MOD1	034	standard electric	25 ft	50	yes
MOD1	035	standard electric	32 ft	50
MOD1	036	standard electric	24 ft	50
MOD1	037	standard electric	36 ft	50
MOD1	038	standard electric	32 ft	50
MOD1	039	standard electric	36 ft	50
MOD1	040	standard electric	36 ft	50
MOD1	041	standard electric	42 ft	50
MOD1	042	standard electric	40 ft	50
MOD1	043	standard electric	24 ft	50
MOD1	044	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	045	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	046	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	047	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	048	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	049	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	050	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	051	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	052	standard electric	35 ft	50
MOD1	053	standard electric	40 ft	50
MOD1	054	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	055	standard electric	30 ft	50
MOD1	056	standard electric	48 ft	50
MOD1	057	standard electric	32 ft	50
MOD1	058	standard electric	26 ft	50
MOD1	059	management	20 ft	50
MOD1	060	standard electric	30 ft	50

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SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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This campground sits in SC-03. This member’s public-lands record →

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