Does Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park does not have wifi.

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Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park

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Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 is located near Lake James State Park in North Carolina. The area features forested terrain with access to the lake, offering opportunities for water activities. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include hiking trails and scenic views within the state park.

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State Park

Lake James State Park

This is Boat In Campground 1 with 10 sites

There are 30 campsites at a total of 3 campgrounds on the Long Arm Peninsula available for paddle-in camping, accessibly only by boat. You cannot hike or drive to these sites. The sites are 20 to 150 feet from the shoreline.

Each site has a fire pit, picnic table, and a 24 feet by 16 feet tent pad.

There is no running water at the paddle-in camping area. Campers must bring their own water for drinking and washing dishes, etc. There are toilet facilities strategically located throughout the camping area.

Lake James State Park may have canoes and kayaks available to rent to access the paddle-in campsites. Please call the park before you arrive to check availability.

Campers who are bringing their own paddling equipment can park overnight at Paddy's Creek access — please obtain an overnight parking pass at the park office, fill it out completely, and display it on your vehicle dashboard. If you have a motorized boat, you can park overnight at the Canal Bridge Boat Ramp, which has 24/7 access.

Reservations are required for the paddle-in sites. You must make the reservation prior to arriving.

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Location

Long Arm Boat-in Campground 1 — Lake James State Park is located in North Carolina

Directions

Lake James State Park is located in Burke and McDowell counties, five miles northeast of Marion on NC 126. To get to the Paddy's Creek Area of Lake James State Park: - Traveling east on I-40: From I-40, take the Nebo/Lake James exit (exit 90) and head north. After a half mile, turn right onto Harmony Grove Road, and follow it for 2 miles to a stoplight. Proceed straight across the intersection and past Nebo Elementary School to a stop sign. Turn right onto NC 126, and follow the signs to the park entrance 4.8 miles on the right. - Traveling west on I-40: From I-40, take the Dysartsville/Lake James exit (exit 94) and head north for 0.5 mile to a stop sign. Turn left onto US 70 and follow it for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Bridgewater Road and travel 1.2 miles. Turn left onto Benfield's Landing Road, and follow it for 2 miles to a stop sign. Turn right onto NC 126, and follow the signs to the park entrance 0.7 miles on the right. To get to the Catawba River Area of Lake James State Park: - Traveling east on I-40: From I-40, take the Nebo/Lake James exit (exit 90) and head north. After a half mile, turn right onto Harmony Grove Road, and follow it for 2 miles to a stoplight. Proceed straight across the intersection and past Nebo Elementary School to a stop sign. Turn right onto NC 126, and follow the signs to the park entrance 2.3 miles on the left. - Traveling west on I-40: From I-40, take the Dysartsville/Lake James exit (exit 94) and head north for 0.5 miles to a stop sign. Turn left onto US 70 and follow it for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Bridgewater Road and travel 1.2 miles. Turn left onto Benfield's Landing Road, and follow it for 2 miles to a stop sign. Turn left onto NC 126, and follow the signs to the park entrance 1.7 miles on the right. To get to the Long Arm Boat-in Campground at Lake James State Park: - The Long Arm Boat-in Campground is only accessible by boats, not vehicles. - By power boat, canoe or kayak: Launch from the Canal Bridge Public Boat Ramp located 1.7 miles southwest of the Paddy’s Creek Area entrance on NC 126. Overnight parking is free and does not require a permit. (Overnight parking is not permitted at the Hidden Cove Public Boat Ramp nor at the Paddy’s Creek day-use area.)