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Booking odds · February

Bussey Point Campground in February: How Hard Is It to Book?

Bussey Point Campground · SC · J. Strom Thurmond Lake

The verdict

Plan ahead

Booking difficulty 4 out of 10. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.

Rarely sells outBased on 2 years of reservation data

February rarely sells out — you can often book close to your trip.

Bussey Point Campground in February scores 4 out of 10 for booking difficulty — plan ahead. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.

Across the last 2 years of reservation history, the typical February booking was locked in about 1 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 17% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Tuesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 47% of bookings47%Same day1–3d: 18% of bookings18%1–3d4–7d: 27% of bookings27%4–7d1–2wk: 8% of bookings8%1–2wk2–4wk: 0% of bookings2–4wk1–2mo: 0% of bookings1–2mo2–3mo: 0% of bookings2–3mo3–6mo: 0% of bookings3–6mo6mo+: 0% of bookings6mo+Median booking lead time: 1 day ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Tuesday in February. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

Booking window · February 2027

When February reservations open

Reservations for Bussey Point Campground in February 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

February 1 stays open

August 1, 2026

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for February 1, 2027 become bookable on August 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout February releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

Facility note: Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Bussey Point Campground?

Camping fees at $14 per night. Fees must be paid when reserving a site on www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in February

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

Woods Ferry Campground (SC)

SCEasy

FAQ

Bussey Point Campground in February: common questions

How hard is it to book Bussey Point Campground in February?
Bussey Point Campground rates 4 out of 10 for February — Plan ahead. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.
How far in advance should I book Bussey Point Campground for February?
The typical February reservation was made about 1 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do February reservations open for Bussey Point Campground?
Reservations for Bussey Point Campground in February 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for February 1 become bookable on August 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Bussey Point Campground in February?
Arrivals are lightest on Tuesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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