Where the Mayo River cuts through central North Carolina, Mayo River State Park Campground sits 1.6 miles from Mayodan with full hookups for RVs. The state-managed facility provides electric, water, and sewer connections at each site, plus picnic tables and fire rings. Sites occupy open terrain near the river, giving campers direct access to hiking trails that follow the water's edge.
The $37 nightly rate includes pet access, and reservations secure spots during busy periods. Campers use this as a base for exploring camping destinations around Mayo River State Park, with the creek and nearby lake adding water recreation options. The drive-in access works for most RV sizes seeking a state park experience with full amenities.
Description
Group Camping:
Our primitive group campground is open year-around for organizations and nonprofit groups that want a more rugged camping experience. Reservations are required for use of this campground.
The primitive group camp offers an open field for tents, a pit privy, fire ring, picnic tables and running water. The camp accomodates up to 40 people.
Located in Rockingham County 30 miles northwest of Greensboro, Mayo River State Park offers various recreational opportunities at the main Mayo Mountain access and at multiple accesses along the Mayo River. At the main access, visitors can enjoy hiking trails, fishing ponds, a picnic area and shelter, and a group campsite. Four accesses — Deshazo Mill, Anglin Mill, Hickory Creek, and Mayodan — allow entry to the river, home to rich wildlife and Class II rapids. Deshazo Mill also features a picturesque waterfall on Fall Creek.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
All open fires, including campfires and the use of charcoal, are prohibited at all state parks until further notice. There is currently a statewide burn ban in place due to high risk of wildfire. All campers should bring a portable gas or electric stove or grill to cook food. Gas or electric fire pits are permitted. Lanterns and heaters are permitted. Never leave any of these devices unattended. Handle and store flammable liquid containers with care. Call 911 to report a wildfire. More information at ncparks.gov.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMayo River State Park Campground is located in North Carolina near Mayodan
Directions
500 Old Mayo Park Rd, Mayodan, NC 27027
Address
500 Old Mayo Park Road
Mayodan, NC 27027
Coordinates
36.4363408480426 N
79.94539310773794 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/1/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
