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Crowders Mountain State Park Campground

15 Reviews

About

Tent camping only - No RV spaces. All campsites at Crowders Mountain State Park are hike-in and primitive. Campground is accessed via a 1 mile trail starting from the visitor center.

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Location

Crowders Mountain State Park Campground is located in North Carolina

Directions

From southbound I-85, take exit 13 to Edgewood Road. At the top of the ramp turn left onto Edgewood Road. At the first stoplight, turn right onto Franklin Boulevard/Highway 74 and drive approximately two miles. At the second stoplight, turn left onto Sparrow Springs Road. Continue on Sparrow Springs Road for approximately two miles, and turn right again on Sparrow Springs Road. The main entrance to the park will be on the right in less than one mile. From northbound I-85, take exit 8 to NC 161. At the top of the ramp turn right onto NC 161 and drive approximately a quarter mile. Then turn left onto Lake Montonia Road/Pinnacle Road and follow it to its end at Sparrow Springs Road. Turn left at the stop sign onto Sparrow Springs Road. The mai

Address

522 Park Office Ln
Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Coordinates

35.2133169 N
81.29355597 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

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WiFi
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Verizon
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AT&T
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T-Mobile
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Site Types

Tent Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Tent Cabin
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups

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General Info

Todd S.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 26, 2021

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our stay. The park office had everything well taken care of. We arrived late almost at sundown but they had an envelope waiting with instructions, a parking tag and a map. This is a hike in campground so we were in a hurry. The campground had lockers with firewood and you could leave the money in the envelope at the trailhead. The site was very private with a fire ring and picnic table and two pads for tents. The only complaint (and this isn’t the parks fault) is you aren’t far off the beaten path so car exhaust and jet noise was prevalent throughout the night. All in all happy with the stay and it served us perfectly as we were just passing through the area!

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Month of VisitJuly

Randel B.

Guide

Reviewed May. 24, 2021

Not 4 old people

U have 2 walk in thay said 20 minutes. Took us 2 hours . it is primitive . but beutifull check out Grammy and pappy at it again on YouTube

Site5

Month of VisitJuly

Sara R.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 6, 2020

Not for the weak of heart

Took 3 boys camping here. The 1.5 mile hike to the campsite was very much an uphill climb. The primitive outhouse scared them. It was extremely seclusive. Went on up another .5 miles the following morning and looked out over the clouds. Quite a sight! It was an experience they won't forget!

Lisa L.

Guide

Reviewed May. 1, 2020

Pretty good place to camp!

This was a pretty good place to camp. There is a hike to the campsite from the parking lot so we definitely got our workout in bringing our gear in.

The hikes here are really awesome and the facilities are nice and clean! We really enjoyed all of the different hikes and the lake as well as the hike to the top of the mountain. The hike to the top was a little strenuous for smaller kids.

The trails were also pretty crowded. Overall is was a great experience!

Month of VisitJune

Candis R.

Scout

Reviewed Mar. 14, 2020

First Time Campers

We chose crowders mountain as first time campers since we had heard it was a nice campground, and we were looking for a “hold your hand” type experience the first round. This campground lived up to expectations. The hike in was only about a mile. Not terrible, but if you’re out of shape and carrying a pack it may be slightly daunting, but still do able (I made it, so can you! 😃)

They have firewood available for purchase, but they also let you collect/scavenge the surround area for your own and we did well just doing that.

All in all a great first trip. Would definitely return! 🏕🏔👍🏻

Von B.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2019

Very wooded

Good campground for beginners of families with kids or those that love to hike.

Janet R.

Legend

Reviewed Oct. 10, 2018

Away from the crowds at Crowder Mountain!

Crowder Mountain State Park is indeed a perfect place for day use--but in contrary to what some previous reviewers mentioned, it is also a neat place to camp if you don't mind a one mile hike in to the campground. See the camping info here:

https://www.ncparks.gov/crowders-mountain-state-park/camping

It isnt a rugged hike, but you must be prepapred to pack everything in. The part of the park that is best to go to is the Sparrow Springs access, some folks may not be aware that there are actually several entrances to the park, and the main entrance with trails to the Crowder Mountain overlook is NOT what you want, that is indeed only a day use area. See park map here: https://files.nc.gov/ncparks/maps-and-brochures/crowders-mountain-park-map_0.pdf

If you start off in other areas of the park you would have a much longer backpack into the camping area but it is still do-able. But Sparrow Springs is the best and easiest way to go.

The campsites are located off the Pinnacle Trail, and there are actually two campgrounds, one with large group sites, and one with individual and family campsites. See campsite map here: https://files.nc.gov/ncparks/maps-and-brochures/crowders-mountain-campground-map.pdf

It is well worth the hike in for a terrific rustic camping experience!

Note: there is also a driveable gravel road that is not open for the general public to drive on, but staff can, and those with permission to access the handicapped accessible campsites at the group camp can also get permission to drive to the top. Note however, that the handicapped accessible campsites are still tent only sites, and the accessible toilet is still a pit toilet!

Month of VisitNovember

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Crystal C.

Legend

Reviewed Oct. 1, 2018

Great Hiking And Day Use

I saw state park and was excited about the potential of another great site in North Carolina. I was not disappointed in that it offered amazing hiking. But signs clearly depicted it to be a day use only facility which was a little bit of a bummer.

I spent the afternoon hiking on a trail which was marked moderate but I’d honestly say was more strenuous. Lots of people come to do the Tower hike here!!

When I pulled out I saw even more signs just further reminding me of the day use …. for camping it’s a 1 (which is what matters on this site) however for the activities it is a 4. I found it to be a good compromise to give it a 3 overall because I did like the site, just wish it had organized camping because limited information was available about permits for potential back country camping like I had seen on here.

Jennifer B.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 21, 2018

hiking not camping

I haven’t camped there but have hiked plenty. If you go you need to hike up to the top it has absolutely breathtaking views and is a perfect hike for the family.

Alex W.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 4, 2018

Basic but nice camping.

Has a great hike, it’s not too challenging and good view.

Month of VisitJune

Melena H.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 24, 2017

Great for Hiking

Crowders is a great place to spend the day or even a few hours. The scenery is beautiful and everyone is really friendly. The trails are maintained and kept clean with easy use of blazes. This is a good place for a family or solo hike. There is a trail for everyone so you will find something that fits just right for you.

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Brittany J.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 6, 2017

Great hike.

A little hard hike but worth the view.

Month of VisitJuly

Tricia B.

Scout

Reviewed Mar. 28, 2017

Great hiking!

The trails are strenuous but views are amazing! Its definitely worth it and right outside town, not far out.

Leslie R.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 21, 2016

Hike, Climb, Fish by Day or Backcountry Camp by Night

I visited Crowders Mountain in December, and the weather only required a sweatshirt. My brother and I spent the day rock climbing. It was his first time climbing, and we were able to set up some beginner-friendly routes.

As for the camping, your only option is a walk-in campground, about a mile-long hike. Drinking water and outhouses are available though.

Matt G.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2016

Excellent place to be

This is an excellent place to be, especially if you are looking to get out of the city for a while. The hikes are pretty strenuous, but thew views are well worth it. The people are friendly, and maps are easy to come by. The trails are easy to follow, but be sure to bring plenty of water.