Drayton Hall
Charleston, SC
A Palladian plantation house from the mid-1700s on the Ashley River, preserved but never restored. Guided tours cover the house and the lives of the enslaved people who worked the land; admission is charged.
- Nearest town
- Charleston, SC
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 32.8716, -80.0770
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Fain's RV ParkMotorhome stopover4 mi from Drayton HallMotorhomes
- Bon Aire RV Park & CampgroundMotorhome stopover8 mi from Drayton HallMotorhomes
- Lake Aire RV ParkCampsite8 mi from Drayton HallWi-Fi
- KOAMotorhome stopover8 mi from Drayton HallMotorhomes
- Camping at James Island County ParkCampsite11 mi from Drayton HallTentsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- KOA KampgroundMotorhome stopover17 mi from Drayton HallMotorhomes
All campsites in South Carolina · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Drayton Hall?
Drayton Hall is in Charleston, SC, at GPS 32.8716, -80.0770. It is about 46 mi from Beaufort.
Can you camp near Drayton Hall?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Fain's RV Park, about 4 mi away; within 25 mi there are 12 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Drayton Hall?
Drayton Hall is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lowcountry oaks, Ashley River plantations and Congaree.
What is there to see near Drayton Hall?
Places worth a stop nearby: Middleton Place (4 mi), Angel Oak (11 mi), Rainbow Row (11 mi) and Fort Moultrie (15 mi).
When is the best time to visit Drayton Hall?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)