Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Chapel Hill, NC

Join the fun near Chapel Hill. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Chapel Hill, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Chapel Hill and user-submitted reviews.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Chapel Hill, North Carolina (53)

    1. Poplar Point Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    50 Reviews
    New Hill, NC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 362-0586

    $27 - $37 / night

    "Lake views are everywhere. There are various loops for tents and RV's. Water for tents; water and electric for campers. 2 different dump sites. Firewood in 2019 is $5."

    "Like the title says, Jordan Lake State Rec Area is a great spot to get away from the busyness of life without having to go very far."

    2. Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    30 Reviews
    New Hill, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 362-0586

    $27 - $77 / night

    "Jordan lake has so much opportunity--from walking trails to great water activities. There are public and private beaches, and Crosswinds has great beach access."

    "This area is such a short drive from the triangle area of North Carolina, yet this park feels quite remote. Like many state parks, this one excels in the services department. "

    3. Eno River State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Hillsborough, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 383-1686

    $17 - $47 / night

    "This is one of my favorite camping spots in the North Carolina triangle area.  There is a tremendous amount of hiking and trails to do around here.  "

    "Love hiking here with the family and friends plenty of beautiful family and pet friendly trails."

    4. Rolling View — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    31 Reviews
    Creedmoor, NC
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $27 - $77 / night

    "Tucked away and nestled off of 98 highway, Rolling View campground is a great, secluded spot."

    "I spent a night in Shinleaf walk in campground in April as part of a backpacking trip along the Falls Lake MST trail, sections 8-12."

    5. Holly Point — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    34 Reviews
    Creedmoor, NC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $27 - $77 / night

    "If you find yourself in the hustle and bustle of nearby Raleigh and looking to get away from the crowds and pavement in exchange for some nice shaded nature, hiking trails and calm peace & quiet that"

    "Like the title, great water access to Falls Lake from both the campsites and a separate boat launch."

    6. William B. Umstead State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Morrisville, NC
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 571-4170

    $27 / night

    "We've hiked umstead and other local trails almost every week for the past 5 months."

    "Umstead is conveniently located in the heart of Raleigh, NC. 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."

    7. North Carolina State Fairgrounds

    18 Reviews
    Raleigh, NC
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 612-6767

    $35 / night

    "Pets are welcome, but as everywhere, dogs must be on a leash (not more than 6' long). If you put the address into your GPS, it will take you to the main fairgrounds."

    "Restaurants and downtown Raleigh are within short driving distance. Public bathrooms and showers (cold water) are a 2 minute walk to Horse Complex H6, Barn B Very little tree cover."

    8. Spring Hill RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Carrboro, NC
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 967-4268

    "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."

    9. New Hope Overlook Primitive Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    4 Reviews
    B. Everett Jordan Lake, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 362-0586

    $17 / night

    "Great hiking trails or you can just read and cook by the fire. Have been going there for years with my kids. An excellent, little known spot."

    10. Parkers Creek Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    B. Everett Jordan Lake, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 362-0586

    $27 - $72 / night

    "I could barely believe that we're only 20 or so minutes away from a large city like Raleigh and we are able to access such amazing natural beauty so easily.  "

    "Dry sites right on lake shore facing east. Quite lake with few powerboats so my partner could enjoy it with our dog in a blowup kayak. Some traffic noise from US 64 in daylight hours but not bad."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Chapel Hill, NC

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Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Chapel Hill, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Chapel Hill, NC is Poplar Point Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area with a 4.5-star rating from 50 reviews.

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