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Enjoy nature at its finest. Located at the entrance of Bussey Point wilderness recreation area- a 2,545 acre peninsula on J. Strom Thurmond Lake- the campground provides a relaxing getaway for the nature enthusiast for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding. The Bussey Point horse trail was created by horseback riders for horseback riders. This trail circles the peninsula and is 12.5 miles long. Along with the horse trail, there are an additional 20 miles of roads and trails located within the area that all are welcome to use (no motor vehicles please). Located within the area are 15 food plots, six hike/bike/ride/boat in camping/picnic sites, and several natural beaches. Ample deer and turkey inhabit the area along wiht other mammals and birds to provide on of the best opportunities on teh lake to view wildlife in its natural setting. Adjacent to the area is the campground with 14 primitive campsites without water or electric, however, there are picnic tables, fire rings, and grills located at each site. There is also a boat launching ramp, hand pump for drinking water, and rustic toilets locatd throughout the area.
Really enjoy the horse trails( which are maintained strictly by volunteers) Wish the camping at least had electricity. Reservations online is an improvement so that site is guaranteed
SHELTER ON FAR POINTWITHIN BUSSEY HAS BEEN REBUILT.( about 4.5 miles in)
The riding is great, camping is way over priced. Primitive camping, no dumpster, sites left a mess.
I've been here plenty of times for camping, horseback riding, running, and the lake. A relatively nice and inexpensive place to go camp and relax without the traffic and crowded locations by the beach - it is remote with plenty of space for most parties. They have horse trails and plenty of water to boat on with an easily accessible ramp. Restrooms for the large reservation areas are in great condition although I wish they would install light fixtures. The only downside is the wilderness so mosquitoes and ants will be an issue if you don't prepare accordingly.
As for relaxing I stayed a night in a tent with an air mattress and it was great besides generators running nonstop however you get a clear sky.
Trails are extensive and well maintained but not all well-marked if you decide to hike or horseback around. Feel free to use trail tape yourself.
Safety-wise security regularly drives by and they are not nosey. You may occasionally have passerby traffic but nothing major.
Overall if you are a more laid back and countryside person, this a fit, but if your from the city and you have never tried to get some clay between your toes when wading in water then you might need to stop going to the beach and come here - it is good to experience everything. Have fun and enjoy nature!
Great camping spot to stop for a night on my way through the area. Peaceful, quiet lake front camp sites and prime birding spot.
