Overnight at Riverside Platform Campsite

Overview

Accessible only by water, this primitive campsite is perfect for those who are looking for peace and quiet. The 15'x15' screened open air room provides a sheltered sleeping area along Lynches River. The campsite is suitable for individuals or a small group of people.

This is a great way to introduce kids to nature. A firepit is available for cooking and roasting marshmalllows.

City: South Carolina

Mon 20 Oct

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Starting at $25.65

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Mon 20 Oct

Starting at $25.65

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What's Included

Overnight use of platform campsite

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Signed liability waiver will be required for each attendee.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (9)

cane880

May 2023

This place is amazing. I have 3 teenagers m, ages 14 (twins) and 16. There were five of us altogether. The owner, Mr. Barry, met us at his home and shop on Lynches River at River Rats. From there we parked, rented our kayaks.. we rented 5, and he helped us load our very much overpacked belongings onto his boat. We then each got in our kayaks and paddled about a mile downstream to our spot. Mr. Barry followed us with our tents and coolers and chairs and clothes and food ..all of belongings and helped us unload. He also piled us in a huge stack of firewood. No extra charge. He then gave me both his and his wife’s cell phone numbers to reach them for anything at all. He came and checked on us on a few hours later. We were all set up. We chose to sleep in the elements setting up our tents all around the platform. We used the platform and screened in porch for preparing food and drinks and changing clothes. There was a nice fire pit area for hanging out and cooking all of our meals. We stayed two nights. The next day Barry came back asking if we needed anything and he again brought us back some more firewood and a case of water bottles. Again, no charge. But of course, we are a family of tippers so we tipped him and though he said it wasn’t necessary he was so appreciative..just as we were of his generosity and help. He asked us what time we’d like to begin our 5 mile kayaking downstream the next day. We told him around 8:30am. He took off and we saw him again the next morning right on time. He loaded up all of our belongings again and took them back to our car and we took off in the opposite direction on our kayaks packed with snacks and a Pinic. The 3 hour kayak adventure down Lynches river was absolutely beautiful.. you can choose how quickly or not you navigate the 5 mile adventure. You’re going downstream so it didn’t require much physical effort. You can paddle as much or as little as you’d like. We saw so much wildlife and had so so so many laughs. Especially at my son, who somehow managed to consistently find himself, upper torso, caught up in tree branches that overhung the river. This is where the laughter happened. You had to be there but my daughters and I had a ball laughing at his struggles. It was all so relaxing and fun. We spent the previous full day on the site fishing, kayaking and exploring. We cooked and ate every meal on and around the fire and the weather was perfect. The last day, at the end of our 5 mile river run, Barry met us at the end with his River Rats bus welcoming us back with a big smile on his face and some jamming tunes coming from the bus… he loaded up the kayaks on the trailer behind the bus and we loaded up on the bus and he drove us to where our car was. He told us stories of how he came into such an amazing business and we learned about his wife and family and grandchildren and were greeted and introduced to his dogs when we got back to the spot where we reloaded our belongings from his boat back into our car and headed off back home to Columbia. The whole adventure was just perfect. And we were all alone, as there isn’t another campsite or platform for miles. We will be back. Again and again and again . Thank you Mr. Barry! You are THE MAN

Response from Host

May 2023

We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We completely agree with you - Barry is the best of the best! We look forward to having you back again soon.

jordanfZ7931GT

May 2023

A must do. One of the most unique and peaceful sites I’ve ever used. Spot is easy to find and easy to access. Barry, the owner of river rats went above and beyond with his kindness and help. He met us at the car, shuttled us down some firewood and helped us out on parking. The site itself has everything you need to enjoy yourself and relax including a primitive restroom, fire pit and porch with rocking chairs. Took a swim in the river and enjoyed all the owls hooing and other nature sounds. Great getaway, but bring bug spray. The inside was clean and spacious and fits about 2/3 hammocks. Only two small boats passed through during our stay so its definitely quiet enough for a weekend getaway

Response from Host

May 2023

So glad that you enjoyed a peaceful stay at the platform! Thank you for sharing your review.

Gstokes_05

Jan 2023

Spent the night at this site and was super happy with the location and the shelter. Also Berry Frick with River Rats was an awesome host to the area. Couldn’t have asked for more from him. He went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our time. Will for sure be returning to this site in the future.