Mountain Rest, SC

Cassidy Bridge Primitive Camp

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About this spot

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

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.

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.

Nearby Attractions

The Chattooga River and commercial river outfitters are within a 15-minute drive.

Typical weather

Chauga River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Chauga River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.43°JJanuary: average water temperature 43°F46°FFebruary: average water temperature 46°F50°MMarch: average water temperature 50°F57°AApril: average water temperature 57°F64°MMay: average water temperature 64°F71°JJune: average water temperature 71°F74°JJuly: average water temperature 74°F74°AAugust: average water temperature 74°F69°SSeptember: average water temperature 69°F60°OOctober: average water temperature 60°F50°NNovember: average water temperature 50°F46°DDecember: average water temperature 46°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 14 field-sample stations

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