RV camping near Colfax, North Carolina offers sites within rolling Piedmont terrain at elevations ranging from 800-1,000 feet. Weather conditions typically allow for year-round camping with seasonal temperature variations affecting campground availability. Most sites within a 35-mile radius of Colfax require reservations, particularly during peak fall color season from mid-October through early November.
What to do
Fishing at small lakes: Cane Creek Campground provides access to a small fishing pond where campers can catch sunfish. "I caught 2 sunfishes in 30 min & I'm no fisherman," reports one visitor to Thousand Trails Forest Lake, which maintains a stocked pond year-round.
Scenic hiking trails: Multiple hiking trails surround the Colfax area with options ranging from beginner to moderate difficulty. The campgrounds near Pilot Mountain offer particularly good access. "There are miles and miles of trails in the woods, along the river bank, and along the lake," notes a visitor to Forest Lake.
Family recreation amenities: Cobble Hill RV Campground offers multiple recreation options for families including basketball courts and mini-golf. "They had a great picnic area that was large enough for our family to have lunch. There was also a playground for the younger kids, and a basketball court as well," writes one camper.
What campers like
Secluded farm camping: For a quieter experience away from busier parks, Ivory Clay Farm provides a more isolated setting. "Ivory Clay Farm is now bookable on The Dyrt and offers a nice quiet place to rest just outside of the Winston-Salem & Greensboro Area," notes one reviewer.
Small, well-maintained parks: Greystone RV Park offers a smaller, more controlled camping experience with just 10 sites. "This is one of the best campgrounds we've found in all of our RV travels. The owners and camp host are some of the finest people you can meet and you can tell they really care about their customers," explains a recent visitor.
Evening activities: Several campgrounds organize regular evening entertainment. "Many activities offered for family with 2 large pools etc," writes a visitor about Lake Myers RV Resort. Another notes that Cobble Hill hosts "bonfires and DJs on holidays."
What you should know
Wide variation in site quality: Site conditions vary significantly between parks. "Sites were level with plenty of room although not much shade in most spaces," notes a camper at Salem Breeze RV Park. Another visitor to Jones Station commented that spaces are "large, and many of them are shaded."
Seasonal factors: Several parks have limited operating seasons or reduced amenities in winter. "Unfortunately a lot of the activity type things (arcade, mini-golf, horseshoes, etc) weren't available because we visited in the off season," reports a Thousand Trails Forest Lake visitor.
Bathroom and shower facilities: Quality varies widely between parks. "Prettiest bath house I've ever seen!" writes a Greystone visitor, while other campgrounds receive mixed reviews on cleanliness. One visitor to Forest Lake noted bathrooms were "nothing fancy, but adequate."
Tips for camping with families
Pool availability: Most family-friendly campgrounds near Colfax feature swimming pools, but some have restrictions. "A+ campground.. fun activities.. kid friendly.. love playing BINGO here!!" reports a camper at Lake Myers RV Resort. Another visitor noted that their pool was "a tad bit dirty" after storms.
Age-appropriate activities: Several reviews mention that activities at campgrounds tend to favor specific age groups. "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," notes a Lake Myers visitor with children under 5.
Spacing between sites: Family noise levels can be a concern with closely-spaced sites. "The campground is very cramped," notes one visitor to Cane Creek, while Jones Station receives praise for having "sites nicely spaced apart similar to state parks."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Several campgrounds present leveling difficulties. One visitor to Lake Myers noted sites "were gravel, not all level, but not too bad," while a visitor to Jones Station praised their "level site."
Road conditions: Access roads can be problematic at certain campgrounds. "Roads are the worst pot holes speed bumps that are curbs!" complained a visitor to Forest Lake, while Salem Breeze earns praise for its "extra wide roadways."
Seasonal reservation requirements: RV spots at most campgrounds near Colfax fill quickly during peak seasons. A Jones Station visitor recommends making reservations well in advance: "Reserved via phone 144 days prior to arrival. Staff called morning of our arrival to provide arrival and check-in details."
