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Places to Camp near Charlotte, NC

490 Reviews

Though it doesn’t offer much within its city limits, the outskirts of Charlotte, North Carolina, and surrounding cities more than make up for it. With Lake Wylie and Mountain Island Lake outside of the city, travelers looking for waterfront camping and hiking won’t be disappointed.

The best camping near Charlotte is on Copperhead Island. This spot offers affordably-priced lakefront campsites, perfect for a relaxing weekend. If you’re willing to make a bit of a drive, head easy to the Uwharrie National Forest, on the other side of Badin Lake near Eldorado, NC. Badin Lake is another fantastic option for a camping weekend with several picturesque campgrounds. Whether in an RV or tent, you’ll love Badin Lake!

Best Camping Sites Near Charlotte, NC (83)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from McDowell Nature Preserve

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    McDowell Nature Preserve

    26 Reviews
    79 Photos
    237 Saves
    Lake Wylie, South Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  2. Camper-submitted photo from Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park

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    Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park

    44 Reviews
    85 Photos
    64 Saves
    Kings Mountain, North Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $13 - $31 / night

  3. Camper-submitted photo from Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort

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    Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort

    16 Reviews
    26 Photos
    65 Saves
    Pineville, North Carolina

    Whatever your lodging needs, this Carowinds camp wilderness delivers. Cabins sleep up to 8, and level sites with full hookups easily accommodate both pop-ups and RVs up to 45 feet. Need to house a large group? Great Wilderness Lodge sleeps 14 and offers a large meeting area, equipped kitchen, three bathrooms, and a wraparound, rocking-chair porch.

    Everyone will find their own way to unwind with a swimming pool, cornhole, pool table, video games, shuffleboard and free wireless internet in many places. What’s more, registered Camp Wilderness guests can purchase discounted tickets and free shuttle service to the park during park operating days.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  4. Camper-submitted photo from Ebenezer Park Campground

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    Ebenezer Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    25 Photos
    202 Saves
    Rock Hill, South Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  5. Camper-submitted photo from Cane Creek Park

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    Cane Creek Park

    23 Reviews
    46 Photos
    133 Saves
    Mineral Springs, North Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  6. Camper-submitted photo from Lake Norman State Park Campground

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    Lake Norman State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    70 Photos
    258 Saves
    Troutman, North Carolina

    Lake Norman State Park, on the largest manmade lake in North Carolina, boasts one of the region’s more popular mountain biking network, offering 30.5 miles of single-track trail. Nearby are a 125-yard-long swim beach and bathhouse complex as well as a boat ramp and opportunities for fishing from spots along park trails. Lake Norman campground with 32-sites and a group campground are available during warm-weather months, and a community building with kitchen facilities, restrooms and fireplace can be rented for family and group events year round. Free interpretive programs are complemented by educational exhibits throughout the visitor center and along the child-friendly Dragonfly Trail.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $26 / night

  7. Camper-submitted photo from Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA

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    Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA

    11 Reviews
    19 Photos
    28 Saves
    Fort Mill, South Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $62 / night

  8. Camper-submitted photo from Crowders Mountain State Park Campground

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    Crowders Mountain State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    23 Photos
    112 Saves
    Bessemer City, North Carolina

    Tent camping only - No RV spaces. All campsites at Crowders Mountain State Park are hike-in and primitive. Campground is accessed via a 1 mile trail starting from the visitor center.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  9. Camper-submitted photo from Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
  10. Camper-submitted photo from Camping World Charlotte Motor Speedway

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