Whetstone Horse Campground

Mountain Rest, South Carolina

About

Whetstone Horse Camp is a specialized equestrian campground located in the Andrew Pickens Ranger District of Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests, about 13 miles northwest of Walhalla in Oconee County, South Carolina. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains near the Chattooga River, this year-round facility serves as an ideal base for horse enthusiasts with over 30 miles of horseback riding trails. The campground features 18 sites, each equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, lantern posts, and hitching racks for horses. All sites are reservation-only and include access to vault toilets and drinking water. Visitors can explore the nearby Rocky Gap and Willis Knob Horse Trails, which offer excellent opportunities for both horseback riding and hiking, as well as the scenic Chattooga River. The camp's proximity to attractions like Stumphouse Tunnel and Isaqueena Falls, just 20 minutes away, adds to its appeal.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Equestrian Nonelectric Sites

Local Attractions

• Rocky Gap Trail
• Willis Knob Horse Trail
• Chattooga River
• Stumphouse Tunnel
• Isaqueena Falls
• Walhalla Oktoberfest