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Booking odds · January

Woods Ferry Campground (SC) in January: How Hard Is It to Book?

Woods Ferry Campground (SC) · SC · Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests

The verdict

Plan ahead

Booking difficulty 6 out of 10. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.

Rarely sells outBased on 3 years of reservation data

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

Woods Ferry Campground (SC) in January scores 6 out of 10 for booking difficulty — plan ahead. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical January booking was locked in about 10 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 6% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Wednesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 17% of bookings17%Same day1–3d: 17% of bookings17%1–3d4–7d: 10% of bookings10%4–7d1–2wk: 10% of bookings10%1–2wk2–4wk: 38% of bookings38%2–4wk1–2mo: 6% of bookings6%1–2mo2–3mo: 0% of bookings2–3mo3–6mo: 2% of bookings3–6mo6mo+: 0% of bookings6mo+Median booking lead time: 10 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

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

Booking window · January 2027

When January reservations open

Reservations for Woods Ferry Campground (SC) in January 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

January 1 stays open

July 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 January 1, 2027 become bookable on July 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout January 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 Woods Ferry Campground (SC)?

Starting October 1, 2021 all campsites will be by Reservations Only. Campsite 7 is a double site, equestrian nonelectric at $14 per night and campsite 10 is a groupsite, equestrian nonelectrict at $14 per night. There is a 14 day stay period year round.

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 January

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

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FAQ

Woods Ferry Campground (SC) in January: common questions

How hard is it to book Woods Ferry Campground (SC) in January?
Woods Ferry Campground (SC) rates 6 out of 10 for January — Plan ahead. Books up in the weeks before popular dates. Reserve early.
How far in advance should I book Woods Ferry Campground (SC) for January?
The typical January reservation was made about 10 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do January reservations open for Woods Ferry Campground (SC)?
Reservations for Woods Ferry Campground (SC) in January 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for January 1 become bookable on July 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 Woods Ferry Campground (SC) in January?
Arrivals are lightest on Wednesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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