Glamping in Burlington, North Carolina offers diverse overnight accommodations within a 45-minute drive of the city. The area sits at the convergence of the Piedmont region and the start of the Appalachian foothills, with elevations ranging from 600 to 1,200 feet. Seasonal temperature fluctuations can be significant, with summer highs regularly reaching 90°F and winter nights occasionally dropping below freezing.
What to do
Water activities at Lake Reidsville: Visitors can rent kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards directly at Lake Reidsville Recreation Park for exploring the lake. "You can rent paddle boats or kayak's or paddle boards. You may fish or rude boats. The only down fall is the bath house needs updating and you can't swim," notes reviewer Jack and Lisa L.
Disc golf course: The course at Lake Reidsville offers a challenging layout suitable for beginners and intermediate players. "Campground is on a peaceful lake, popular with boaters. Kayak rental, disc golf course, playground, picnic area and nature trail," mentions Leigh R.
Hiking trails near Durham: For those willing to venture 45 minutes east, Eno River State Park Campground offers multiple trail systems. "We hike and swim Eno nearly weekly and are so thankful this resource is so close to us! The primitive sites are spaces far enough apart that it truly feels like solitude," shares reviewer Sarah W.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple piers and shoreline access points allow for fishing without a boat. "Fabulous campground. Sites right on the lake. Boating, hiking. Fishing and Friendly people," according to Joy A. who stayed at Lake Reidsville.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: At Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, campers appreciate the spacing. "Loved having a double site with my parents. Close to the beach where we sat for hours. Clean bathrooms. Spacious sites. Plenty of privacy," shares Angela M.
Clean facilities: Bathhouses receive positive mentions at multiple campgrounds. "Bathhouse was well kept. The staff had decorations throughout the park for Halloween which is something I dont remember them doing in the past. There is a nice playground for the kids," states Glenn F. about Lake Reidsville Recreation Park.
Wildlife sightings: Many camping areas offer opportunities to observe local fauna. "Deer walked right behind our site," reports Wendy M. from Crosswinds Campground at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area.
Easy water access: Oak Hollow City Campground provides designated swimming areas during summer months. "We tent camped on Aug 28. This was our first time setting up on a platform and it was very easy. Our site had a great view of the beautiful lake. There was a pool our kids could swim in until 7:00pm," explains Larisa C.
What you should know
Highway noise: Greensboro KOA sits very close to the interstate. "This campground is only 100 yards from the Interstate! Lots of road noise all night. Very noisy especially in a tent," warns Joel R. Management acknowledges this issue by providing complimentary earplugs.
Seasonal closures: Some facilities close during winter months. "We stayed here in the winter months (Feb - April) and it was really nice. Nearest town for groceries is 10 min away but you'll have to travel to Greensboro for bigger stores," notes Bri N. regarding Lake Reidsville.
Limited swimming: Despite lake access at many sites, swimming is restricted or prohibited at some locations. "The only down fall is the bath house needs updating and you can't swim," mentions Jack and Lisa L. about Lake Reidsville.
Site levelness varies: Prepare for potentially uneven terrain. "The sites closer to the water are provided with power and water. The sites near the entrance have power, water and sewer hookup," explains Timothy W. about the layout at Lake Reidsville.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer play areas for children. "All of the sites were amazing. Easy access to the water, playgrounds & hiking trails were just moments away from the camper," notes steven F. about Rolling View — Falls Lake State Recreation Area.
Seasonal decorations: Several parks add special touches during holidays. "The bathhouse was well kept. The staff had decorations throughout the park for Halloween which is something I dont remember them doing in the past," shares Glenn F. about Lake Reidsville.
Lake swimming alternatives: When lake swimming isn't permitted, look for campgrounds with pools. "We tent camped on Aug 28. This was our first time setting up on a platform and it was very easy. Our site had a great view of the beautiful lake. There was a pool our kids could swim in until 7:00pm," explains Larisa C. about Oak Hollow City Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Fishing piers provide safe access for children. "Well kept sites with water and power access. Clean public restrooms and some water and fishing pier access," notes Andrew C. about Rolling View at Falls Lake.
Tips from RVers
Extra leveling blocks: Many campsites require additional leveling equipment. "Great views, large sites, all the amenities we need. Management is very nice and helpful. Only two drawbacks (1) noise from highway (2) many sites are not level so plan ahead and bring extra levelers," advises Lisa A. about Oak Hollow City Campground.
Extension cords needed: Electrical connections aren't always ideally positioned. "I was excited to have a lake view spot with electric but my 25 foot cord was not long enough so make sure you have atleast 50 feet," shares libby M. regarding her experience at Oak Hollow.
Dump station protocols: Since not all sites offer full hookups, plan for dump station visits. "This was our very first full-time RV park. We loved being in the park and it easily accommodated our 39ft. Class A. Back-in site but with plenty of room to do so. Each site has water and electric hook-up. Sewer however is a dump station," notes Paul H. about his stay at Crosswinds Campground.
