Best Cabin Camping near Cornelius, NC

Several campgrounds within 30 miles of Cornelius, North Carolina provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Lake Norman State Park Campground in Troutman offers glamping cabins with air conditioning, comfortable beds, and porches. According to one visitor, "The cabins are in walking distance to the bathrooms and showers. Those as well were pretty clean for a campground." Statesville RV Park I-77 features cozy KOA cabins with simple sleeping arrangements. One guest noted, "We stayed in a single which has one double bed and twin sized bunk bed." Cobble Hill RV Campground in Salisbury provides private cabins that receive high marks for quality and comfort. Most cabin sites include picnic tables and fire rings, with shared bathhouse facilities nearby.

Rustic and deluxe cabin options are available throughout the region, with most requiring advance reservations. Lake Norman State Park's cabins accommodate couples or small families and remain open year-round except for Christmas Day. Pet policies vary by location, with some campgrounds like Lake Norman State Park and Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort allowing pets in designated cabin areas. KOA cabin camping at Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA and Statesville RV Park I-77 provides convenient overnight options for travelers. A Cobble Hill RV Campground visitor remarked, "The cabins are REALLY nice, I was very impressed. They each seemed to offer a decent bit of privacy." Thousand Trails Forest Lake cabins receive positive reviews but require attention to check-in times.

Most cabin rentals provide beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, from basic fire rings to cabins with small refrigerators and microwaves. Lake Norman State Park cabins include electricity and lighting but minimal cooking equipment. Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort offers more fully equipped cabin rentals with higher pricing during peak season. On-site camp stores at several locations stock firewood, basic food items, and forgotten essentials. Visitors staying at forest cabins should plan to bring cooking utensils, food storage containers, and all personal items, as most locations provide only basic furnishings and outdoor cooking facilities.

Best Cabin Sites Near Cornelius, North Carolina (30)

    1. Lake Norman State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Troutman, NC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 528-6350

    $27 - $75 / night

    "We stayed in the new glamping cabin #2. Very clean, comfortable bed, nice AC, lovely porch to relax on. All cabins are in walking distance to the bathrooms and showers."

    "It was very shaded and surrounded by woods. The tent pad was super spacious and made of gravel. There was also a picnic bench, fire pit, and a lantern pole."

    2. Statesville RV Park I-77

    18 Reviews
    Statesville, NC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 873-5560

    $50 - $95 / night

    "Close to I77 ample space, cable available ,electric service tested good o n 50 amp, and pizza 🍕 delivery available."

    "They didn't have tent sites available in the after hours check in.  Luckily, John, who works maintenance, was near by. "

    3. Lake Curriher Wilderness

    4 Reviews
    China Grove, NC
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 857-4114

    $10 - $30 / night

    "Very close to my home. I hike in to the remote campsite on the lake. Lots of fishermen and trash since the scum can’t seem to pick up after themselves. The cabins here are also great."

    "The regular tent “loop” is just one big open field with few trees around it, so there’s absolutely no privacy. If you end up with someone who want to be rowdy, you are in for a long night."

    4. Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort

    17 Reviews
    Pineville, NC
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 588-2600

    "Campground is part of Carowinds amusement park. Cabins and RV spaces are available. Prices are rather expensive during the season, but reasonable off-season."

    "Private but great for families and bike ridding. Private pool game room. Laundry and camp store."

    5. Yates Family Camping

    3 Reviews
    Harrisburg, NC
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 773-9349

    "There aren’t really any extras here but if you’re just looking for reliable water/electrical/sewer and wifi near Charlotte this is a fantastic option."

    6. Elmore RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Charlotte, NC
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 597-1323

    "There are no amenities, no shower houses. No frills."

    7. Dan Nicholas Park

    19 Reviews
    Southmont, NC
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 216-7803

    "Site next to one of the lake access trails. Spacious site. We were able to get our 37 ft camper level. Shaded so the a/c s were able to keep up with the heat no issue."

    "They have a mini train ride, sprinkler playground, a big regular playground, carousel, panning for gems, paddle boats, nature center, and shelters and picnic areas."

    8. Cobble Hill RV Campground (Formerly) Carolina Rose

    11 Reviews
    Cooleemee, NC
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 431-6383

    "We stayed here while visiting friends who lived in the Salisbury area and stayed in Cabin 1. The cabins are REALLY nice, I was very impressed."

    "We did some awesome hikes nearby, and also did some biking. The trails were great, as was the weather. NC is such a great state, and I honestly didnt know how much it had to offer outdoors."

    9. Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA

    11 Reviews
    Fort Mill, SC
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 548-1148

    $62 / night

    "We came here to do some trailer maintenance and because it is very close to home. We were not expecting it to be a great camping experience, but we’re pleasantly surprised!"

    "They have quite a few pull through sites, the bathroom is clean, the showers are clean, provide plenty of hooks to keep things off floor and a stool to sit on. There's no fire rings here."

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Cabin Reviews near Cornelius, NC

261 Reviews of 30 Cornelius Campgrounds


  • Julie L.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 1, 2021

    Statesville RV Park I-77

    Right off of Interstate

    This KOA is RIGHT off of the interstate. If you are in midtravel and need a place to overnight this is a nice KOA for that. The camping cabins are cozy, we stayed in a single which has 1 dbl bed and twin sized bunk bed. Staff was very friendly. I wouldn't consider this a camping destination.

  • chrissy D.
    May. 23, 2022

    Lake Norman State Park Campground

    Fantastic quiet get away

    We stayed in the new glamping cabin #2. Very clean, comfortable bed, nice AC, lovely porch to relax on. All cabins are in walking distance to the bathrooms and showers. Those as well were pretty clean for a camp ground, I was pleasantly surprised. The path to the bathrooms light up at night so you can find your way very easy in the dark. Camp ground itself was very clean and I often saw the staff working on cleaning it and interacting with the campers. The designated swimming area was like a piece of heaven. Small not to overly packed, very clean beach. We plan on coming pack to do tent camping with our dog, fantastic family or romantic couple retreat.

  • James C.
    Jul. 4, 2018

    Cane Creek Park

    A Great Place for the Whole Family.

    Located just outside historic Waxhaw NC, Cane Creek is part of the NC Soil Conservative Sites. They offer day passes,$4.00 per car where you can launch you kayak canoe or fishing boat. If you like Bass Fishing, they rank as one of the best spots around. They have swimming areas for both day users and one for campers. This really is a gem within Union Co NC. The campground is on the other side of the lake. They have camping for RV’s, Cabin Rentals and tent sites for either large groups or individuals. The hiking trail is beautiful and takes you around the whole lake. Watch for horses, as this is a great place for riders too.

  • T
    Aug. 29, 2021

    Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA

    Great for trip to Charlotte NC

    We came here to do some trailer maintenance and because it is very close to home. We were not expecting it to be a great camping experience, but we’re pleasantly surprised! The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, the campsites were clean, and the bath houses were newly updated and immaculate. The roads in the section we stayed in were a bit rough (a combination of asphalt and gravel), but perfectly fine for camping. Most of the sites have good shade, but unfortunately our site was in full sun. Our site had full hookups, and a picnic table that was pretty rickety. No fire ring. The sites are very close together, and most are back to back sharing a driveway. Personally we prefer a more secluded camping spot, but this KOA is perfect for an overnight on your way to another location, a trip to nearby Charlotte, or like us, utilizing the full hookups for some waterline maintenance.

  • J
    Mar. 15, 2021

    Cane Creek Park

    Great clean campground

    We have stayed at Cane Creek 2x now and enjoy the park so much. Lake, hiking trails and nice wooded campsites with fire rings and close proximity to bath houses. Playground for kids, little store, friendly staff. Beach swimming area closed due to Covid but looks nice. Park on other side of lake has picnic shelters, more trails, frisbee golf and kayak rentals that will open after Covid. Only problem is that both times we visited there was a storm and power went out for hours. Can’t really do anything about that!

  • Jennifer R.
    Sep. 22, 2019

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Good

    So, if you end up in a crap site you might drop those 4 stars to 3. Its going to be impossible to determine a great site from a bad without going there since the only pic they have online is from site 1. B loop, has a lot of RVs. A loop, has the amphitheater. C loop, felt like the smallest loop and really close to the entry hiking trail. We've stayed in both A and C. C loop, site 48, is where we stayed this trip. Its a good site. Close to the showers, which are clean and well maintained. Close to the trash bins and water spicket as well. Behind the site is a great little "valley" to explore if you have kids/dogs. Has awesome trees for hammocks and the tent pad doesnt slope. Did not love the fire pit at this site but the sites to the left and right are great. Overall, tons of sites and good clean facilities. The trails are plentiful so you shouldnt run out of places to explore.

  • Ann M.
    May. 27, 2018

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Historical get away in the forest

    The swaying of pine trees with the smell of the forest greets us at this easily accessible site in our motorhome. Electric and water hookups at our site, dump station available on the way out, camp host available. Picnic tables, fire pit available at our site. Lots of shade, plenty of trails that cover this State Park. The Kron house nearby, the swimming pool ( closed at time of our visit). The town of Albemarle 10 minutes away and Badin lake right down the mountain. Lots of history here just stop at the ranger station for information, maps and more.

  • S
    May. 25, 2018

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Family friendly, clean, quiet considering close proximity of neighbors

    Very family friendly camp ground. Sites are close together, but not too terrible. Sites include tent pad, fire ring with grate, table, lantern hook. Facilities we're kept nicely, host was very helpful and makes rounds in the evenings with firewood ($5 bundle). Hiked the trail head near the campground, to the river.. lovely hike NO RIVER ACCESS FOR FISHING though... Embankment is too steep, we learned this after the 2.5 mile hike with the kids... Went down the road to the lake the next day (they have boat rentals, though we didn't get one).

  • Alexandra T.
    Jun. 18, 2019

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Pretty Basic

    Plentiful campsites, we arrived on a Friday without a reservation and were able to get a spot. There is a swimming pool, but we didn't swim. Some hikes nearby, but far from the swimming spots in the Uwharrie National Forest. No bathrooms near the campsites, but there were spigots with potable water. The tent pads were even and well packed. All sites had a picnic bench and a fire pit with a grate.


Guide to Cornelius

Cabin camping near Cornelius, North Carolina offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the amenities of home.

Explore Lake Norman State Park's Scenic Trails

  • Experience the beauty of nature at Lake Norman State Park Campground, where well-maintained hiking trails wind through lush forests and along the lake's edge.
  • Enjoy a peaceful retreat with access to various outdoor activities, including fishing and biking, right from your cabin.
  • The campground features clean facilities and friendly staff, ensuring a comfortable stay while you explore the stunning surroundings.

Cabin Campers Enjoy Nearby Attractions

  • Just a short drive away, Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort offers thrilling amusement park rides and family-friendly entertainment, making it a great day trip for cabin campers.
  • Visit Midway Campground Resort for a fun-filled experience with mini-golf, a fishing pond, and a pool, perfect for families looking to unwind after a day of adventure.
  • For a unique experience, check out Yates Family Camping, where you can enjoy the charm of a family-run campground with easy access to local attractions.

Enjoy Relaxing Activities at Your Cabin

  • At Lake Curriher Wilderness, unwind in a serene environment with opportunities for fishing and hiking right from your cabin doorstep.
  • Experience the cozy atmosphere of Cobble Hill RV Campground, where you can enjoy live music and family-friendly activities during your stay.
  • Take advantage of the amenities at Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA, which features a pool and playground, making it an ideal spot for families looking to relax and have fun.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Cornelius, NC is Lake Norman State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 34 reviews.

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