Best Tent Camping near Cooleemee, NC

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Best Tent Sites Near Cooleemee, NC (21)

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602 Reviews of 21 Cooleemee Campgrounds


  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Eden Oaks Vineyard and Campground
    Dec. 18, 2024

    Eden Oaks Vineyard and Campground

    Primitive with benefits.

    I stayed in late November 2024. There are not many camping sites. They appeared to have electrical and water hook ups on every site. There is no sanitation except for one portable toilet. This is a quaint campground. The couple that owns the property are very nice. The surrounding area of the campground seemed very plain and did not have many activities.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
    Dec. 15, 2024

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Good campground.

    Stayed four days at state park. I campground as well kept and clean. The bathhouse is brand new. The camp host was very helpful and checked on everybody, every day. The only drawback was that there was no Wi-Fi. I will stay at this campground when I come back in this area again.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Arrowhead Campground
    Dec. 15, 2024

    Arrowhead Campground

    Love this “Lake” !

    Came through early November. This camp ground has everything you need. It is well kept. The bathhouse facilities are brand new and well kept. The area around the campground has multiple things to keep you busy. If you’re an outdoors person, this is a great place to be located.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Norman State Park Campground
    Dec. 8, 2024

    Lake Norman State Park Campground

    Well kept and clean.

    I stayed at this location for 10 days. The campground is well kept and clean. The staff and the camp host were very courteous. It was a very quiet stay. The bathhouse was new and well maintained. I would recommend this place to anyone.

  • libby M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Hollow City Campground
    Dec. 1, 2024

    Oak Hollow City Campground

    Nice views but not the best place

    This campground is right by a highway so traffic noise is high but the views are nice. I was excited to have a lake view spot with electric but my 25 foot cord was not long enough so make sure you have atleast 50 feet. Also there was dog poo right by the electrical unit. The bathrooms are pretty far and you can also see a house very close to the site. The spot is nice on a platform with a grill and your own little beach area but it's not that private and that traffic noise was pretty disappointing

  • Mambo M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Arrowhead Campground
    Nov. 12, 2024

    Arrowhead Campground

    One of my faves!

    Happy to report that there is a new host here as the one that was working in 2021 was AWFUL. Great sites but hardly any are level so be prepared to manage that. Nice fire pits and grills - love having both. Great bathhouse with hot showers. Terrific paved trail that is awesome for walking, biking, strollers, wheelchairs. Plenty of hammock trees! Zero noise except from other campers/vehicles and the occasional aircraft passing over. Cell signal is pretty spotty but passable. Would need a booster or satellite internet in order to work or attend school, though. Nearby El Dorado Outpost has everything you might need (gas, ice, hot food, small groceries, outdoor supplies, GREAT biscuits!!, etc) and locals sell firewood bundles for $4-5/each. 10-15 min drive into Troy where there are restaurants, gas stations, small regular grocery stores. Really nice new playground and skate park in Troy, too. Tons of hiking, offroading/overlanding, mountain biking, horseback riding nearby.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dan Nicholas Park
    Nov. 8, 2024

    Dan Nicholas Park

    Traveling

    This campground is not well-maintained. The bathhouses are in very poor shape. There appears to be suspect, microbial growth all over the men’s side (black mold). The bath houses also aren’t cleaned on a regular basis. I was here a week and they cleaned it after I complained. They were only cleaned one time in a one week period. The campground manager doesn’t appear to care about anything. Keep it business only with this person. The sites are completely covered with leaves. You can’t even see the parking area for your site. I travel full-time. I will not be coming back to this location.

  • Dan S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Hollow City Campground
    Oct. 30, 2024

    Oak Hollow City Campground

    First timer

    From the first over the phone to the in person at the office, to even extending my stay by a day. I simply felt welcomed and wanted. Definitely would suggest! Definitely coming back!

  • Jerry O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Arrowhead Campground
    Oct. 26, 2024

    Arrowhead Campground

    Great getaway

    This is a great little place to get away from it all. The sites have electric but you will need in-house water and septic. There is a dump station along with a potable water source at the entrance to the campground.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Great

    My wife and I stayed here with our 2 daughters. The campsite was spacious, flat and shaded. There was plenty to do for the kids for the weekend. The bath house was very nice and clean. The camp host drove his golf cart around selling firewood. Will definitely return

  • Shiner T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Hollow City Campground
    Sep. 25, 2024

    Oak Hollow City Campground

    Great spot to road rest

    Been eating mules on the interstate. This place beats the heck out of a Cracker Barrel. Called a couple of hours out. Got a primo site ( B-13) 30 amp. Full hookups This site is level. Note there is no late checking after 7:30 pm. Stormy night coming. Safe and sound here

  • Thunderroad 5.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dan Nicholas Park
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Dan Nicholas Park

    Enjoyed Our Stay

    Stayed a couple of nights for first time. Staff was very nice. Grounds were well maintained, not crowded and nice and quiet. Nice lake to walk around, but paddle boats and center were closed. Lots of ducks that were used to human presence and feeding. Located in a nice sized park. Would definitely go back.

  • Kathryn C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Springs Campground
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Indian Springs Campground

    Peaceful and fun!

    This place is tucked away near a river, plenty of indoor and outdoor activities, plus a nice laundromat. One of the quietest RV parks I've ever been to! The owners are nice and the grounds are well kept. Only reason it's not 5/5 is they currently lack a bathhouse.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Canebrake Horse Camp
    Aug. 30, 2024

    Canebrake Horse Camp

    Love it!

    I was there alone and had the whole campsite to myself. The camp host was so kind. He always made sure me, my horses and my grandson were comfortable and safe!

  • Kirby B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dan Nicholas Park
    Aug. 18, 2024

    Dan Nicholas Park

    Decent campground. Needs work, nothing to do.

    We went to Dan Nicholas Park earlier this year (around the spring time) and it was decent. Staff was nice, our campground was set up well, we had no noise problems and the campground was pretty much close to a bathhouse. However the one complaint is that the advertisement of this park— being that you can go to their attractions, is kind of faltered out. Nobody works at the park anymore, everything’s kind of closed— and what isn’t closed due to no work is under renovation. Nice place for younger kids! Not for teens. However all together a cheap and decent park! Stayed for 3 nights and 4 days with 2 sites for only 120 dollars, so a good deal. I would recommend for family camping trips as it’s nicely snuggled in Salisbury NC and an all around friendly campground. The bonus is it’s gated!

  • terri L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Zooland Family Campground
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Zooland Family Campground

    Great Family Campground

    The campground is neatly taken care of. The staff was awesome and friendly. The store is awesome and they had guest food trucks that rocked!

  • James M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Statesville RV Park I-77
    Jul. 10, 2024

    Statesville RV Park I-77

    Great place to stay

    I showed up after hours on a motorcycle looking for an overnight tent site.  They didn't have tent sites available in the after hours check in.  Luckily, John, who works maintenance, was near by.  He opened up the office, checked me into a tent site and figured out how to give me a military discount even though that is not his job.  John saved my night!  The tent site was clean, level, grass and water and electric worked great.  There was some noise from the interstate but expected in a tent.  Restroom and shower facilities were clean and functional.  My only staff interaction was with John and he was outstanding in customer service and going over the top to take care of getting me set up.  Thank you!

  • Kevin A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Mountain State Park Campground
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Stone Mountain State Park Campground

    One of our favorite state parks

    We’ve camped at Stone Mountain multiple times over the years. We tent-camped when my boys were small. Most recently in our RV (3-4 times in the past three years). It is a great park. The hiking is excellent. The campsites are large and spacious. The park is well-kept. Make sure you hike to the top. The views are great, and you can spend time at the Homestead farm in the valley below.

    We camped here this past weekend and enjoyed it once again. We were at site 56. It is an excellent site on the stream, with no site immediately next to you, so there is lots of privacy. The firepit, picnic table, water, and electricity are all great. We had limited cell service for AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. We could send and receive text messages, but coverage was very spotty.

    We will be back again in the Fall.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Zooland Family Campground
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Zooland Family Campground

    Nice campground with lots of amenities

    Well taken care of. Pool was in good shape. Grounds are clean and hookups are spaced well. Lots of things for kids to do. Nice camp store with ice cream, drinks etc.

  • Deanna L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Elmore RV Park
    Jun. 17, 2024

    Elmore RV Park

    Good for staying close to city

    I lived here for two years on a long term spot. If short term you will be In a small gravel lot. There are no amenities, no shower houses. No frills.

  • Morgan L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Midway Campground Resort
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Midway Campground Resort

    First camping experience in new camper!!

    This place was the first place we stopped along our trip to test out the new camper we just purchased, and this place was so wonderful and fun. We played mini golf, had a view of the lake, and enjoyed a great campfire on our little porch they provided. We truly had so much fun even though we only stayed one night! Can’t wait to come back.


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Guide to Cooleemee

Tent camping near Cooleemee, North Carolina, offers a variety of scenic spots where nature lovers can unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. With amenities catering to tent campers, these campgrounds provide a perfect escape for families and adventurers alike.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Some prices for tent camping range from $5 to $40

  • Camping at Uwharrie Hunt Camp is an affordable option at just $5 per night, perfect for budget-conscious campers.
  • Badin Recreational Area offers a double lot for $40 a night, providing ample space for families or groups.
  • For a unique experience, Self Sufficient Holler provides a range of amenities at competitive prices, ensuring a memorable stay.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy fishing and boating at Badin Recreational Area, where the clean lake and large campsites create a perfect setting for water activities.
  • Hiking enthusiasts will appreciate the trails around Deep Water Trail Camp, which offer stunning views and opportunities for exploration.
  • For a unique twist, Bear Creek Tee Pee Retreat allows you to experience glamping while still enjoying the beauty of nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Cooleemee, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Cooleemee, NC is Lake Curriher Wilderness with a 4.8-star rating from 4 reviews.

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