Established Camping
Lake Waccamaw State Park Campground
Lake Waccamaw State Park Campground, near Waccamaw, North Carolina, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its beautiful, shallow lake and well-kept campsites, it’s a great place to set up camp and enjoy some quality time outdoors.
The campground offers a mix of tent sites, RV spots, and even yurts, though some campers have had mixed experiences with the yurt accommodations. Many visitors appreciate the clean amenities and the distance between sites, which allows for a bit of privacy. As one camper noted, “The sites are all a far distance from one another, so there’s no chance of bothering one another at night.”
Outdoor activities abound here, with opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and hiking along scenic trails. The lake is perfect for a refreshing swim, and the sunsets are nothing short of stunning. Just be prepared for a bit of a trek to the toilets if you’re camping in the more remote sites, as some campers have mentioned it can be quite a hike.
With friendly rangers checking in and a peaceful atmosphere, Lake Waccamaw State Park Campground is a solid choice for anyone looking to unwind and connect with nature. Just remember to bring some mosquito repellent and enjoy the tranquility!
Description
State Park
Lake Waccamaw State Park
Lake Waccamaw offers four primitive group camping areas nestled beneath the trees. Our fifth campsite is a yurt campsite with a permanent tent. Picnic tables, fire circles and charcoal grills are located in the sites and pit toilets are located nearby. Please be aware that these are hike-in campsites that do not have water or electricity onsite. All campers must check-in at the visitor center or with a ranger before occupying a campsite and must display a parking pass for overnight parking in the parking area.
WHITEVILLE, NC
The front gate is closed and locked at posted closing times for your protection. There will be no exiting or entering the gate after this time and the combination will NOT be given out. All visitors not spending the night will need to be out by closing time. If you leave the park and do not return before closing time, you will not be able to re-enter. If you have an emergency, see camp host. Please notify camp hosts for emergencies only.
Location
Lake Waccamaw State Park Campground is located in North Carolina
Directions
Lake Waccamaw State Park is located in Columbus County, 38 miles west of Wilmington and 12 miles east of Whiteville. From US 74, follow park signs. Take Old Lake Road south for .5 miles. Turn left on NC 214 for approximately 1 mile. Turn right on Jefferson Road and follow this road for 1 mile until the lake is in sight. Take a left on Bella Coola Road, following this road for 3 miles where you'll enter the park gate on the left.
Address
1866 State Park Dr
Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450
Coordinates
34.25754309 N
78.48670067 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from Wilmington
- 1 hr 34 min from Myrtle Beach
- 1 hr 38 min from Fayetteville
- 1 hr 43 min from Jacksonville