Cassidy Bridge Primitive Camp
CASSIDY BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMP
Part of Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
Overview
Cassidy Bridge Primitive Camp is situated in the Andrew Pickens Ranger District in Oconee County in the western corner South Carolina. The camp sits on the Chauga River, with the Chattooga River a short drive away. Popular activities include hunting, hiking, horseback riding, fishing, whitewater rafting and sightseeing. Campers: Please remember to lock the gate after driving through, do not leave it unlocked. Thank you
Facilities
The campground is open free of charge during big game (October 1st - December 31) and turkey (April 1 - 30) hunting seasons. During the rest of the year, the camp is available for group reservations. Reservations can be made 12 months in advance.
Amenities include a pit toilet and RV parking.
Natural Features
The camp is located in a wooded area on the banks of the Chauga River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a part of the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests. More than 629,000 acres are encompassed in four districts throughout South Carolina, from the lowcountry Atlantic Coast to the western foothills along the Georgia border.
Recreation
Big-game and turkey hunting are very popular activities in the area. The camp is also a favorite of groups who enjoy hiking, whitewater rafting and fishing.
Nearby Attractions
The Chattooga River and commercial river outfitters are within a 15-minute drive.
Important Notices
- Cassidy Bridge is secured with a locked gate; the lock combination will be disclosed upon reservation confirmation; call 864-638-9568 Monday-Friday (8AM to noon, 12:30 to 4:30 PM) to verify combination
- No hookups available
- Click here for more information on the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
Campers will be responsible to remove and dispose of all trash. A trash/recycling center is located six miles away at #6 Mt. Rest Recycling Center, 107 C H 21, Mountain Rest, SC 29664
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HUNTING - Hunting
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
From Walhalla, SC, drive 5 miles north on Highway 28. Turn left on Whetstone Road, and follow it for three quarters of a mile to Cassidy Bridge Road. Turn left on Cassidy Bridge Road, and follow it for 5 miles to the campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 864-638-9568
112 ANDREW PICKENS CIRCLE
MOUNTAIN REST,
SC
29664
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