22 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV campgrounds near Lenoir offer full-hookup sites suited for motorhomes of varying sizes. Lake Hickory RV Resort provides water and sewer hookups on level sites, while Green Mountain Park features full-hookup sites including 30/50-amp electrical service. Rose Creek Retreat offers electric hookups on a single RV site in a more secluded setting. Three Peaks RV Resort in Spruce Pine, approximately 30 miles from Lenoir, maintains 31 sites with full hookups including 30/50-amp service, water, and sewer connections. Sites at most parks have gravel pads with picnic tables and fire rings, though spacing varies considerably between locations. "Our site was an 'leveling,' octagonal, elevated, crushed gravel pad, surrounded by landscape timbers with a fire ring and picnic table," noted one visitor about their mountain camping experience.
Navigation to mountain RV parks requires careful planning due to steep grades and tight turns. The Blue Ridge Parkway provides access to several campgrounds, though some sections may close seasonally for maintenance or weather conditions. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with stronger signals typically available at lower elevations and in parks closer to town. Most RV parks remain open year-round, though amenities like pools and outdoor recreation areas typically operate from April through October. Dump stations are available at several locations including Linville Falls Campground, though not all parks offer this service. Pet policies generally allow dogs with standard leash requirements. One camper mentioned, "Getting parked was a bit of a challenge to get things as level as possible and work around power stand and be able to get awning out," highlighting the importance of bringing leveling blocks when camping in mountainous terrain.
"The spot was easy to pull my 26’ camper in and was pretty level. Good access to 30A power/water/sewer and a serene creek just a few yards from your front door."
"We loved the privacy, location, and serenity of this campground. We live in the country and are used to more seclusion."
from $35 - $46 / night
"20 per night
There are 70 sites, some reservable sites and walk ins -and an RV loop {dump station} All sites non electric, generators permitted before quiet hours."
"Remote, quiet family friendly campground. It is a basic campground with both tent sites and hook-ups. We enjoy tent camping here on the large field where fireflies light up the night sky!"
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $45 / night
"Very quiet, very peaceful and friendly."
Available next weekend
from $50 - $65 / night
"Tucked away in the beautiful mountain side with gorgeous views! Staff is very friendly and courteous. While still relatively new with some construction, everything is clean and well maintained."
"The big trees surrounding the campground, mountain views, and birdsong put me right at ease."
from $66 - $69 / night
"There is a play ground and game room for older kids but nothing for the smaller children to do. If it was just adults going, or even older children maybe 7 and up it would be a great location."
"Definitely not the campground to book if you are looking to enjoy the surroundings/scenery as things are very packed in. Close enough to Winston-Salem to do day trips though."
"This is a very nice, easy access CG with level pull through(a few) and back-in gravel sites (many are backed up to the Buck Creek, it’s beautiful)."
"Peaceful, calm, excellent folks, and very relaxing. I camped here for more than two weeks in August. Site #4, site 19, and site #47. The campground is clean, quiet, and well-maintained."
from $45 - $69 / night
"We needed a safe place to sleep, and though this place doesn't rent tent spots, the people here (residents and visitors) have been very friendly."
"This place is lovely, an idyllic setting, wonderful hosts, very clean facilities, and a great location to explore the area."
"A small campground with an updated basic playground set for the kids. Nice lawn courtyard for games."
from $48 - $65 / night
"We were looking for a campground near by over Martin Luther weekend and used the Dyrt app and found this nice campground."
"Large back-in spot, fairly level. Very quiet during the week but have been told by the camp hosts that every weekend is booked for a long time. Would definitely go back."
from $70 - $85 / night
GuideDriving 14 1/2 hrs I was cooked called and had the most easiest booking. There was a sites available so I booked it. Needless to say I got there in the dark and a kind person helped me to my site and got me backed in. Soo exhausted I hooked up electric only hit the bed passed out
ScoutNobody was here on Sat. Had gard time finding site. Site reserved did not have 30 amp and could not reach staff. Moved to other site hoping it would not be a problem. We were able to finally reach staff on Mon. Also no pcknick tables or fire rings.
ScoutLet me first start by saying that this campground is absolutely beautiful. I have lived in this area my entire life and the Doe is one of my favorites. I am a avid camper and have camped all over this area. I decided to give this place a try, I own a small pop-up camper and knew it was going to get cold 10/20/2026-10/22/2026, so me and my sister rented the RV at Doe River. #1 check in is not until 3pm, I always order a load of wood from a local guy who delivers to camp sites, I do all my cooking in a Dutch oven over the fire or burgers and dogs in the fire, what is a camping trip without a nice warm fire. The owner came over to my campsite and asked if I had ordered this wood and I replied yes, she then asked what I was going to do with it all, I replied I am going to burn it. So, I told Carl (the wood guy) where to stack it, the owner then said that I need to leave it in my truck bc if I didn't use it all I would have to put it back on my truck and take it home with me, I said really? It's just a unspoken rule that if you don't use all your wood that you pay it forward and leave it for the next camper?? She said absolutely not, So we moved the wood from his truck and into mine. She then asked again why I needed so much wood and that most ppl just buy small bundles from her. And just like that I understood! Carl the wood man and his wife also made a comment about how rude she was about the wood. It does not end there, Not only does she have camaras on some of the out blds which I get, but I don't get why they are pointing directly at camp sites, We felt like we were in a fish bowl the entire time. Every single time we went to the bathroom she showed up abt 5 mins later, There is a camara right above the bathroom door, One on the pavilion, and one on each side of the bathhouse, at the entrances and who know where else. So much for privacy in the great outdoors. I didn't even feel comfortable hiking, we felt like we were being watched constantly. She was constantly there, walking her dog which was not friendly and so big she could hardly control him on the leash which was really scary, she also was driving through several times throughout the day. Then came the kicker, about 1 o'clock in the morning we were freezing, I had turned the heat on in the camper before going to bed and heard it come on, Well the propane ran out between 11pm and 1am, I called her at least 10 times we had every blanket and was still freezing, We decided we would go to the bath house bc it had a mini split hanging on the wall, Out of luck there, it was set on air conditioning with no way to change it, so we found a blow dryer trying to get warm, still the entire time trying to call the owners, We finally ended up in our car until the husband arrived. He acted so annoyed at us and said all u have to do is fip the switch on the propane tanks outside! We had never stayed in a travel trailer before and according to them all we had to do was show up and start glamping!! So, I was supposed to know to go outside at 1 am and switch over propane tanks?? No, It should have been FULL when I got there!!! With attitude he said,"Its Basic Camping" No sir it's not, what I do is basic camping, I was told on the phone that I was glamping, She, the owner also said we should have called 911 when we could not get hold of them so that Carter County police officers could come and wake them up!!! Not sure if that is putting our tax dollars to good use?? Like I said it is truly a beautiful place and has great potential, we left that second night at 11pm because again the heat was not working, we have not asked for any refund we just took the loss. it would be to much of a hassle. We just know better next time. With owners like that they can keep it. Windy Wells/Debra Price
ScoutMy husband and I arrived at Doe River Landing for 3 nights and enjoyed everything the resort offered. While there we read the 2 reviews posted by Kylie T, and by Andrew W, who gave the resort a 1 star rating. Not knowing the facts that caused the rating by them, and occurred prior to us, we approach the owner and asked.
The owner showed us videos from their security cameras. These adults has stated in Kylie T review and confirm by Andrew W review that they were a group of 20 adults and "every single one of us is over 21 and family". So why are these adults playing "hide and seek" under the pavilion as they stated? Andrew W stated, "It was not blocked off", yet they had to crawl on the ground and around bushes to get under the pavilion. When the owner yelled at them approximately 10 adults that were under the pavilion crawled out which was captured on the security cameras. Andrew W stated in his review the owner called them hooligans, which is rowdy, destructive persons and from the security cameras, that description is correct. There was no mention of damages in their reviews such as the Adirondack chair they broke or possible damage to the water pipes and electric wires under the pavilion, which the owner was currently checking.
Once we read these two reviews by Kylie T and Andrew W and saw the owners security videos, we felt future customers deserved to know another opinion based on our findings.
These entitled adults justified their review of a 1 star by stating they paid money to use the campground.
I would ask these adults "why do you think it is OK to treat someone else's property in this destructive way?"
GuideSeems to be a well established campground in an off the beaten path location. Roads alternately paved and gravel. The campsite is gravel in a wooded setting. Fair amount of space between sites. The bathhouse is clean but dated.
ScoutWe brought our whole family out and rented almost every cabin on the property, plus the event center, for the weekend— we gave this place a lot of business. And honestly, the stay itself was great— nice place, no complaints about the cabins. The owner is the problem. He came flying in in his blue F-150 doing 20–30 mph where the posted speed limit is 5, and started screaming at us over something that could've been handled with a simple conversation. His exact words:"Where are your parents? This is a family establishment. I will not have hooligans running around here." Every single one of us is over 21 and family. All we were doing was playing hide and seek— which isn't against any of the property's rules— and there were no other guests to disturb, since we had the entire area rented. He still threatened to call the police, even though it wasn't even quiet hours. Before anyone could get a word in, he peeled out so fast the gravel sprayed up at us and our cars. Then on his way out he drove the wrong way down the property's one-way road, so apparently the rules only apply to guests. It's sad, because the property itself is great, and we were never anything but nice to the owners the whole weekend. To be treated in such an unprofessional manner— screamed at, threatened, and never given so much as an apology afterward— put a real dent in the weekend. We won't be back
ScoutOur group of about 20 rented nearly every cabin at Doe River Landing for my friend's wedding weekend, with the reception held on site. The cabins were nice and well-equipped, and the only other guests were in a cabin half a mile away through the woods. Unfortunately, the hosts ruined the stay. One night, some of us were playing hide and seek in an area that wasn't blocked off or against any rule. The host's husband came speeding in at roughly 30 mph(the posted limit is 5), jumped out of his truck screaming that he"will not have child hooligans running around the campground," told us to"go back to the motel we crawled out of," and demanded to see our parents— despite all of us being adults in our twenties. He then peeled out so aggressively he sprayed gravel at us and our cars. It wasn't even quiet hours, and we weren't disturbing anyone. Afterward, the host called us again, passive-aggressive, and questioned our ages— even though you have to be 21 just to rent a cabin there. The property is lovely, but the hosts' behavior put a real damper on what should have been a joyful wedding celebration. It's a shame they treat people paying good money this way. We won't be back.
TravelerIt’s a small, clean campground but we are next to a busy road (site 28) and also the entrance to the public access of Moss Lake. It’s a tight squeeze for us as a 33’ fifth wheel.
TravelerNice spot right on the river..Camp store & staff seem friendly & helpful-especially Sonny & Joshua.
Family-friendly RV camping near Lenoir, North Carolina offers varied terrain from the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains at elevations of 1,200 feet to mountainous sites exceeding 3,500 feet. The region experiences distinct seasons with fall temperatures averaging 55-70°F during peak leaf-viewing months of October through early November. Winter camping requires preparation for overnight temperatures that can drop below freezing from December through February.
Hiking near Linville Falls: The Blue Ridge Parkway provides access to Linville Falls Campground where hiking trails range from easy to moderate difficulty. "Beautiful scenery, great hiking all around you!" shared Katie B. about the recreational opportunities near this campground.
Fishing in mountain streams: Rose Creek Retreat offers excellent access to fishing spots. "The spot was easy to pull my 26' camper in and was pretty level. Good access to 30A power/water/sewer and a serene creek just a few yards from your front door," noted Dustin F., who used the site as a basecamp for exploring Linville Gorge.
Creek swimming and tubing: Buck Creek offers refreshing water activities during summer months. "Swimming, tubing, fishing available. Shaded and perfect for our pop up, but lots of larger rigs there as well," reported Susan B. The creek features clear, cold mountain water with several designated swimming holes.
Mountain biking on local trails: The Fonta Flora trail provides excellent mountain biking opportunities. According to Carrie S., "The location was great - easy driving distance to the trails we wanted to hike and ride our mountain bikes."
Visiting local wineries: The Yadkin Valley wine region offers vineyard tours within 45 minutes of Lenoir. "The Yadkin Valley is wine county so if you want to go wine tasting there are many vineyards in the area," recommends Ricky J., who visited while staying at Riverwalk RV Park.
Private creek-side sites: Mountain Stream RV Park provides sites with private decks overlooking Buck Creek. "The sound of the stream was so peaceful and relaxing. My husband did yoga every morning while I hung in my hammock and watched," shared Barbara S., highlighting the natural ambiance.
Generous spacing at select campgrounds: Despite the mountainous terrain, some locations offer more spacious sites. "We loved the privacy, location, and serenity of this campground. We live in the country and are used to more seclusion," wrote Carrie S. about Rose Creek Retreat.
Fall camping conditions: The autumn months provide comfortable temperatures and scenic views. Anthony I. noted, "The deck over the rushing stream was a perfect place to sip coffee in the mornings and whiskey in the evenings," describing Mountain Stream's appeal during cooler weather.
Community activities: Some campgrounds organize regular social events. Duncan C. mentioned about Mountain Stream RV Park: "Each Saturday evening, Kevin serves up his special home cooked bar-b-que under the shelter at no additional cost, and many campers bring sides to share."
Winter closures affect availability: Most campgrounds near Lenoir operate seasonally. "We can't wait to come back," wrote Anthony I. about Mountain Stream RV Park, which is typically open April 1 through November 30, closing during winter months when freezing temperatures are common.
Cell service limitations: Mountain terrain affects connectivity differently than mentioned in existing descriptions. Barbara S. noted during her stay at Buck Creek: "The WiFi at site 19 was considerably worse, but the sky was clear, and I could fully use my Starlink service."
Reservation windows vary significantly: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. Kevin A. stayed at Buck Creek "for more than two weeks in August" by planning ahead and reserving multiple sites consecutively.
Bathhouse availability: Unlike what was mentioned in existing descriptions, some campgrounds offer full amenities. Robert D. observed about Linville Falls Campground: "There are no showers on site, but there are flushable toilets. There are a couple of potable water sources on the property."
Playground access: Linville Falls Campground offers dedicated play areas. "They have a playground for kids," shared Becky H., making it suitable for families with younger children needing recreational options beyond hiking.
Swimming spots for children: Mountain streams provide natural swimming opportunities during warmer months. Kevin A. reported about Buck Creek: "There were two swimming holes along the creek, which were a ton of fun. I swam in both. The water is very clear and refreshing."
Dog-friendly accommodations: Many campgrounds welcome pets with specific amenities. Jess noted about Mountain Stream RV Park: "There's a playground for the kids and a little fenced in dog park, too (it even has a nice dog wash station!)."
Age-appropriate activities: Consider age when selecting campgrounds. Keanu G. shared about Lake Myers RV Resort: "There was not much at all for them to do other than play in the pool... There is a play ground and game room for older kids but nothing for the smaller children to do."
Leveling considerations: Three Peaks RV Resort in Spruce Pine provides level sites that accommodate larger rigs. Eric B. noted, "Every site is a pull through with ample space, full hookups, and good Wi-Fi."
Grocery access: RVers appreciate proximity to shopping. Kevin A. mentioned about Buck Creek: "The campground is very close to downtown Marion and some shops, groceries, and restaurants." Similarly, Fuller C. highlighted Three Peaks' convenience: "It's awesome that Ingles grocery store, which has tons of local organic offerings, is only 3 miles away."
Mountain driving preparation: Approach routes vary in difficulty. Shela F. mentioned about Buck Creek RV Park: "We stayed here August 16-19 in our 39ft motorhome and toad. Buck Creek has easy access and nice campsites."
Utility reliability: Riverwalk RV Park receives positive reviews for infrastructure. Jeremy D. reported: "Large back-in spot, fairly level. Very quiet during the week but have been told by the camp hosts that every weekend is booked for a long time."
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