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Several RV parks near Carrboro provide full hookup options for travelers. Spring Hill RV Park, located about 10 minutes from Chapel Hill, offers water, sewer, and electric hookups with spacious sites set among trees. Jones Station RV Park in Mebane features pull-through sites with water and sewer connections, accommodating larger vehicles with its big-rig friendly design. "Sites were huge with large space between...everything was immaculate," noted one visitor about Jones Station. Jordan Dam RV Park provides full hookup sites with 30/50 amp electrical service, and includes amenities such as a fishing pond and on-site propane filling, making it convenient for longer stays.
Cell service varies throughout the region, with stronger signals closer to Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Most parks operate year-round, though reservations are recommended during university events and fall foliage season. Dump stations are available at several locations, including Poplar Point Campground at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, which offers electric and water hookups but requires using the central dump station upon departure. Many parks accommodate pets with designated walking areas. Gravel sites predominate in the area, with varying degrees of levelness—some travelers report needing blocks on one side to achieve proper leveling. RV storage options are limited, with most parks not offering this service according to the available data.
"This is a first…never given a PRIVATELY OPERATED RV PARK the highest possible rating, but this place blew us away…sites were huge with large space between...everything was immaculate…obviously owners take"
"This is absolutely the nicest privately owned RV Park we’ve visited anywhere in the country. It’s immaculately maintained, the spaces are large, and many of them are shaded."
from $45 - $50 / night
Check Availability"The park is nicely hidden in the trees; it's only about 10 min to Chapel Hill/Carrboro stores, restaurants, etc. The spaces are far enough apart that they aren't on top of each other."
"It's very close to UNC Chapel Hill. The only downside is there is no bath house, but there is sewer and water at each site. Also, The Wi-Fi was super fast."
"Located close to nothing else, this campground was so peaceful at night. During the day, it’s beautiful. It’s got showers with hot water and accessible facilities. Great camping!"
"It’s very clean, lots to do, beautiful view of lake. Great hiking trails."
"The campground is a great, quiet place. There are not a lot of recreational amenities, but there is pond for fishing. "
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from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availability"It's in a great location, nearby anything you need. It's family and pet friendly. Neighbors are friendly."
from $825 / night
Check Availability"Primitive camping has drive in, picnic table, fire ring, tent spot, and trails starting at your back door ⛺️"
"Umstead is an awesome place to come for the weekend whether you are into camping, hiking, running, or biking. There are a wide variety of single track to larger sand/dirt paths."
from $27 - $75 / night
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GuideStopped here after our fiasco with holly bluff. Beautiful campground with trees. Very quiet during the day and peaceful. The only thing we found curious was the vehicle in and right back out activity between 10:30-pm and 1am back and forth to campers that were long term stays. Made nighttime hard to sleep in site 3 with vehicles back and forth for hours .
GuideStayed in the C loop right on the water. Bathrooms are up the hill at the entrance to the loop. Sites along the lake aren’t private but are spacious.
ScoutLooking for a nice place for a camping getaway? We highly recommend checking out the Deep River Campground in Asheboro, NC. The location itself is beautiful. It is literally on the Deep River and features a hiking trail that runs along the river past the remnants of a historical damn, where a small area of rapids gently swirls around the big rocks spanning the river. There’s also a large lake with a nice grassy expanse for picnics, playing games or just lazing around lakeside. This campground has been around for a while, but it has new owners now and they are breathing some for real new life into the place. They have already made lots of repairs and improvements, and you can see more in progress. There are sites for RVs with all the hook-ups, and great primitive sites for tent camping, several located right on the river. If you don’t have an RV and sleeping on the ground doesn’t spark joy, they have a few small rustic but nicely-appointed cabins. You’ll find two pools, several covered picnic shelters, a playground for the small ones, and several options for older kids and adults to play, like a horseshoe pit and a nice game room. They also have planned activities like movie nights and weiner roasts most evenings to entertain and create community among campers. They are pet friendly and have their own pet mascots on site— a flock of ducks including beautifully colored teals and mallards. We were just there for 2 nights, but I have a good feeling we’ll be visiting there again soon. Definitely worth a visi
GuideLike this campground. Was a tight fit with our 20 ft trailer but it is super quiet at night. Nearby road with some noise during the day but overall great place to camp. We have seen several people pull in for over nights but left the next day. Will be back. Also make sure you buy a NC hunting or fishing license before you camp here
GuideThe sites are very large, long and wider at the back, plenty of room for a big group or family. The bathrooms look new and they are clean. Here during the week so it's very empty and quiet.
TravelerWe visited Crosswinds campground at Jordan Lake State Park on the worst heatwave of the year. The great thing about this area is that the sites a well shaded. We were about 50 yards from the lake, with the wind blowing we still were comfortable all day. We stayed on Loop A, which is my favorite loop at the park. There’s no electricity or water at the sites. There are water spickets throughout the loop with potable water. The site is awesome! There’s a small pond beside it. The neighboring sites are close, but regular conversations can not be heard.this loop is always quiet even when there are a lot of people, but it’s never been full when I’m there. I didn’t do good with photos except for the food.
LegendArriving here to Holly Point Falls feels overwhelmingly relaxing as the pines embrace you with a welcome that will immediately remind you that you are out in pure nature here. The campgrounds here are thoughtfully laid out, with a mix of tent pads, RV-friendly sites and electric & water hookups at many loops. Sites vary in privacy, but most are generous in size with enough tree cover to make you feel like you’ve claimed your own little slice of wilderness. Bathhouses are clean and functional with the park staff keeping things tidy. Families and four-legged friends are welcome and the paved roads make getting in and out relatively stress-free. Larger rigs will want to pay attention when reserving, as some loops are tighter than others. Our boys simply loved this campground with its EZ access to Falls Lake, which was perfect for us to go fishing and kayaking in. We absolutely recommend Holly Point Campground at Falls Lake for any family looking to get as close to nature, without leaving civilization completely behind.
ScoutWe didn’t realize the campground was only open for hunting season. We showed up late at night in the end of July and saw it was roped off but decided to pitch our tent anyway and woke up with a State Trooper shining a flash light in our tent😂😭 He let us off, but we still had to pack up and find a hotel at 1am since there’s no other free camping that we knew of around the area.
It’s a sad day when you can’t just pitch a tent and sleep in the woods peacefully but it is what it is! Would come back during the legal season for sure though, the woods were really nice and cleared out.
ScoutThis is a nice place to paddle board. They also have a really cool disk golf course that we just hiked. The staff are super friendly. Classic NC country folk. The restrooms have been redone and now there is a bank of individual shower/rest rooms. The only drawback is it's kind of a long uphill walk from the campsites on a gravel road.
RV campgrounds near Carrboro, North Carolina provide camping options within a 30-mile radius of this small college town. Located in the piedmont region at approximately 500 feet elevation, the area features a mix of rolling hills and forested terrain with mild winters and warm, humid summers. Seasonal considerations affect campsite availability, with university events and fall foliage creating higher demand periods from September through November.
Fishing opportunities: Jordan Lake State Recreation Area's Poplar Point Campground offers access to the 14,000-acre lake with multiple fishing spots. "There are options for boat or jet ski rentals VERY close," notes one camper, who adds that "there are tons of small beaches that you can walk or boat to that are secluded enough to allow your dog to run freely."
Hiking trails: William B. Umstead State Park provides extensive trail networks for day hikes from camp. "This is a very easy park to find. Decent amount of parking, but it is a highly trafficked area. There are multiple trails, for varying skill level," reports one visitor. Another mentions it "seems to be an outdoor oasis as you can get lost in the woods with the hustle and bustle of the city all around you."
Lake activities: At Cane Creek Campground and RV Park, campers enjoy swimming and boating on the adjacent lake. "Beautiful little park nestled into the woods! The 40s sites seem to be the best spots to get for a view or access to Lake activities," one reviewer notes. Another visitor adds it has "plenty of places to tent camp or RV camp! Places to fish things for kids to play on and of course places to shower after!"
Spacious sites: Many RV parks in the Carrboro region offer generously sized camping spots. At Spring Hill RV Park, "the spaces are far enough apart that they aren't on top of each other," according to one reviewer who adds that the park "is nicely hidden in the trees; it's only about 10 min to Chapel Hill/Carrboro stores, restaurants, etc."
Privacy and shade: Campers appreciate the wooded settings available at several campgrounds. One visitor notes about Spring Hill RV Park: "We stayed here for a long weekend. People were very nice and the sites are wooded and big. It is remote and there are no amenities." Another comments it's "very nice campground. Lots of trees for shade and the park is very quiet."
Convenient locations: Several RV parks provide easy access to both natural areas and urban amenities. At Jones Station RV Park, reviewers note its strategic location: "This is absolutely the nicest privately owned RV Park we've visited anywhere in the country. It's immaculately maintained, the spaces are large, and many of them are shaded. If you're visiting the Triad or Triangle areas of NC, this park is a great place to stay."
Seasonal considerations: Bookings can be challenging during peak periods. One Jordan Lake visitor advises planning ahead: "We were even there on 4th of July. There are options for boat or jet ski rentals VERY close. For those that care about working on laptop or streaming TV while camping, our cellphone hotspots worked great."
Campground maintenance: Quality varies between RV parks. At Jordan Dam RV Park, "the RV Park has on-site propane filling, and if you leave your tank on your picnic table, Earl will come and fill it. This was extremely convenient during the winter months, when we were filling one of our tanks every few days."
Booking requirements: Some campgrounds near Carrboro require advance reservations, especially during peak seasons. "We stayed at Jordan Dam RV Park for a year while waiting for our house to be built. The campground is a great, quiet place. There are not a lot of recreational amenities, but there is pond for fishing."
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. At Cane Creek Campground, "there are 3 parks which kiddo had a great time making friends at," mentions one parent, while another says it's "one of my family's favorite places to camp!"
Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer swimming access suitable for children. Poplar Point at Jordan Lake has "awesome RV spots" where "there are TONS of spots that are right on the lake yet have plenty of trees for privacy. Each has a nice fire pit/grill and picnic table."
Safety considerations: Some campgrounds have terrain that requires extra supervision for young children. A visitor at Poplar Point notes, "Like the way the campsites take advantage of the rolling terrain. Campsites are roomy. Lots of shade. We had a substantial deluge while there, and the water drained just fine."
Site selection strategies: Choose sites based on specific needs and preferences. For Jordan Lake, one RVer advises, "Sites F36 and F40 are situated so the awning side of the camper has a direct, unobstructed view of the water. Also liked the numerous trash cans near the sites."
Utility considerations: Check amperage requirements before booking. At 70 East RV Park, visitors find "spacious lots" in "a great location, nearby anything you need. It's family and pet friendly. Neighbors are friendly."
Weather preparedness: Be ready for seasonal weather changes. A Jordan Lake camper mentioned, "We had a substantial deluge while there, and the water drained just fine. Nice shower facilities. We stayed at the F Loop."
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