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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Creedmoor, NC

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Butner Lake WMA offers free pet-friendly dispersed camping in a wooded setting just off the road near Creedmoor, North Carolina. This primitive camping area features basic sites that accommodate tents and some RVs, though larger trailers may have difficulty turning around. Fire rings are provided at each site, but there are no toilets, showers, or drinking water facilities. The camping area is only open during specific seasons: September 1 to February 28 and March 31 to May 14, coinciding with hunting seasons. Sites remain very close together with minimal privacy between camping spots, though the natural woodland setting provides shade and a rustic camping experience.

Nearby Falls Lake State Recreation Area provides multiple pet-friendly campground options with more amenities. Holly Point campground features wooded sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and water access perfect for water-loving pets. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the campgrounds and recreation areas. The sites at Falls Lake are well-spaced with plenty of tree coverage, offering more privacy than Butner Lake WMA. Several hiking trails around Falls Lake welcome leashed dogs, and the lake provides swimming opportunities where pets can cool off. Campers should note that plane traffic from the nearby airport is audible at some campgrounds, which may disturb noise-sensitive pets. Wildlife including foxes, coyotes, and owls inhabit the surrounding forests, so keeping pets secured is essential for their safety and to protect local wildlife.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Creedmoor, North Carolina (67)

    1. Holly Point — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    36 Reviews
    Creedmoor, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $27 - $77 / night

    "If you find yourself in the hustle and bustle of nearby Raleigh and looking to get away from the crowds and pavement in exchange for some nice shaded nature, hiking trails and calm peace & quiet that"

    "The North Carolina State Park campgrounds are typically very nice, and this one is no exception. My site is adjacent to a large, clean, working bathhouse and a 2 minute walk from a swim beach."

    2. Rolling View — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    31 Reviews
    Creedmoor, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $27 - $77 / night

    "Tucked away and nestled off of 98 highway, Rolling View campground is a great, secluded spot."

    "I spent a night in Shinleaf walk in campground in April as part of a backpacking trip along the Falls Lake MST trail, sections 8-12."

    3. Butner lake WMA

    10 Reviews
    Stem, NC
    6 miles
    Website

    "And whatever it is running around in the woods."

    4. B.W. Wells — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    10 Reviews
    Wake Forest, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $72 / night

    "Located on a semi rural area, the sites are very wooded and quiet. There was a lake nearby with an open sky where you could see hundreds of stars at night."

    "There are tons of hiking trails all around and plenty of bike trails too! Conveniently located north of Raleigh, NC and close to many major highways."

    5. Eno River State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Hillsborough, NC
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 383-1686

    $17 - $47 / night

    "This is one of my favorite camping spots in the North Carolina triangle area.  There is a tremendous amount of hiking and trails to do around here.  "

    "Love hiking here with the family and friends plenty of beautiful family and pet friendly trails."

    6. Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Wake Forest, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (984) 867-8000

    $27 - $72 / night

    "If you find yourself in the hustle and bustle of nearby Raleigh and are looking to get away from the crowds and pavement in exchange for some nice shaded nature, hiking trails and calm, peace& quiet"

    "Falls Lake State Recreation area is an interesting area in that it is made up of a number of non-connecting areas. The camping is at Shinleaf and is walk up only."

    7. William B. Umstead State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Morrisville, NC
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 571-4170

    $27 / night

    "We've hiked umstead and other local trails almost every week for the past 5 months."

    "Umstead is conveniently located in the heart of Raleigh, NC. It seems to be an outdoor oasis as you can get lost in the woods with the hustle and bustle of the city all around you."

    8. North Carolina State Fairgrounds

    19 Reviews
    Raleigh, NC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 612-6767

    $35 / night

    "Pets are welcome, but as everywhere, dogs must be on a leash (not more than 6' long). If you put the address into your GPS, it will take you to the main fairgrounds."

    "Restaurants and downtown Raleigh are within short driving distance. Public bathrooms and showers (cold water) are a 2 minute walk to Horse Complex H6, Barn B Very little tree cover."

    9. MST Section 23 Falls Lake Camping

    1 Review
    Durham, NC
    10 miles

    "The campground is located on a private land, has a shelter, a fire pit, and a number of tent sites."

    10. Oasis

    1 Review
    Wake Forest, NC
    11 miles
    +1 (919) 820-7811

    $50 - $75 / night

    "The Oasis is a new campsite on the Dyrt for those looking to explore the area but stay close to civilization and other Conveniences.  Check them out and leave a review on the Dyrt!"

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  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 23, 2021

    Bullocksville Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    Camping Oasis with Fantastic Lake Views!

    Tucked away in the lush, verdant forests north of Raleigh, here at Bullocksville Park, you’ll discover camping and cabin grounds that are just a short hike from the nearby Lake Kerr, but far enough away from any roadside noisy traffic. 

    This is a complete natural respite that is incredibly quiet(save the roar of noise from nature!). The grounds themselves are laid out superbly, from 3-4 independent campground sites(in fact, some are across the road from whence you arrived) with blended options for both RV’s and real campers who use tents. 

    There are a number of amenities and diversions, such as boat ramps for motored-boats, kayaking, canoeing, as well as playgrounds for the kiddos, a big gathering hall that can be rented, several picnic areas and shelters along with countless hiking trails. For anyone visiting North Carolina or for nearby residents who just want to get away from the concrete jungle, then Bullocksville Park is definitely worth a look. 

    I will end on this point - I have not come across any such amazing camping gem in all of North Carolina than this splendid campground at Bullocksville.  You'll be lucky (and hopefully very grateful) for getting a piece of land here in front of this gorgeous lake if you book well in advance.

    Happy Camping!

  • Samantha P.
    May. 11, 2020

    Eno River State Park Campground

    So green! Gorgeous River!

    This is one of my favorite camping spots in the North Carolina triangle area.  There is a tremendous amount of hiking and trails to do around here.  The Eno River is more than safe to swim or paddle in.  Dogs are welcome here! If you can camp close to the river, I recommend, it's great to fall asleep to the sounds of the river.  Bring bug spray!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2022

    Poplar Point Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Outdoor Perfection @ Jordan Lake SRA Poplar Point Campground

    Poplar Point Campground could quite possibly be the best campground in all of North Carolina! Yes, I know, that’s quite a statement to make, considering all of the amazing places in the great state of North Carolina. So let me explain why I reached this conclusion:

    • Some of the most outstanding hiking trails

    • Heavily wooded forest paradise that delivers privacy and solitude

    • Perfectly maintained amenities such as picnic tables, fold-up fire ring and grills

    • Bathroom facilities are some of the best I’ve experienced with state-run facilities

    • Direct access to a fantastic lakeside experience, complete with boat launches

    • Designated swimming area complete with life vests

    • On-site park staff were nothing short of amazing, helpful and incredibly friendly

    • Close access to purchase anything that might be needed 

    Insider’s tip? Be sure to get down to the lake from wherever your campsite is just after sunset and bring a couple of folding chairs and a telescope (pre-planning here is needed!) to catch a glimpse of one of the most amazing star-studded night skies you’ve ever seen in your life! 

    Happy Camping!

  • Linda H.
    Mar. 21, 2022

    North Pointe RV Resort

    Convenient to I-95

    We stopped for an overnight. Resort was undergoing renovation at the time. But there is propane available; laundry , pool, and dump station. Also catch and release fishing and a dog park.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2023

    Holly Point — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    Paradise Found @ Holly Point Campground

    I’m not sure if this campground is correctly named Holly Point Campground, which after my experience, I would rename it HOLY Point Campground, as this outdoor nature preserve is truly a slice of heaven carved out in the middle of North Carolina’s finest camping paradise. If you find yourself in the hustle and bustle of nearby Raleigh and looking to get away from the crowds and pavement in exchange for some nice shaded nature, hiking trails and calm peace & quiet that only nature can offer, then make your way here to Holly Point Campground@ Falls Lake SRA, where you will not be disappointed. 

    All of the basics are provided in spades – from picnic table, fold-up fire ring / BBQ grill, bear-proof garbage hanger and a nice small pebble-strewn flat patch of well-maintained nature that offers pristine shade from an unrelenting bit of summer North Carolina sunshine from the tall matchstick-like long leave needle pines. While there’s not a terrible amount of brush between the campsites, you will have semi-privacy unlike many other nearby campgrounds. 

    The on-site facilities (bathrooms& showers) are just slightly north of passable and only a smidge better than you’d expect from a state-run campground, and so this campground gets its only mediocre marks on this front. But that said, there’s plenty of hiking trails to explore and the on-site rangers are incredibly helpful and positive folks that want to ensure you have a great time, but the best amenity on this property is the access to Falls Lake itself, where there is a perfectly sectioned off swimming area, as well as boat launching areas for those that want to fish or simply drop a kayak or canoe in the water and take enjoy a lakeside cruise. 

    Insider's tips?  Here's a handful: (1) While IMHO there is no bad spot here in all of Holly Point Campground, there are obviously some that are better than others.  Given this, I would highly rank Loops 4 (#118-119, #121-123) & 5 (#141-147; #149, #150, #152-155) as well as the southern and eastern side of Loop 2 (#36-39; #55-71; #73, #75), given their proximity to and views of Falls Lake itself.  Of course, the sites that are located closer to the water are those more preferred; (2) If you're an angler, you'll be looking to catch some large-mouthed bass, yellow perch, blue gill, channel and flathead catfish and I recommend the areas that are heaviest shadowed around the lake edges; (3) When you grow weary of having to fix up that next campsite meal and simply want to error on the side of ease and comfort, then check out nearby Buffalo Bros who serve up some pretty might wings and amazing pies (there's also burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads and other basic Americana foodstuffs) or Nantucket Grill for some pretty outstanding Jambalaya and seafood diablo pasta; and (4) If you love extreme outdoors adventures, then check out Xtreme Park Adventures for indoor and outdoor courses for paintball and laser tag.

    Happy Camping!

  • Deebra R.
    Apr. 21, 2021

    Raleigh Oaks RV Resort & Cottages

    Great spot

    This is our first RV spot. We wanted the amenities for our four year old. Playground, mini golf, horseshoe, 3 dog parks, 2 pools, lots of bathrooms, 2 launderettes, lots of cabins, pull through spots and cabins.

  • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2020

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    A Short Drive, Yet a World Away

    This area is such a short drive from the triangle area of North Carolina, yet this park feels quite remote. Like many state parks, this one excels in the services department. 

    Bathrooms and showers were clean and comfortable, as were the campsites. 

    Each camping loop felt tucked away into its own little neighborhood, and the large campsites offered space so that you aren’t stacked right next to your neighbor.  We camped in the nonelectric loop (we always bring our solar panel) for 3 nights in mid-February and there were very few campers around, but the neighboring loop with electrical hook-up sites were 3/4 full with large rigs. 

    Hiking, biking, paddling, are all great things to do during your stay. There is also a boat launch within the park in case power boating or fishing is your thing, but kayaks and canoes can easily launch from the lakeside campsites.  It was a bit too chilly to get on the water in February, so we opted for hiking and biking.

    The closest services for gas or a few extra snacks are within 5 minutes of the park.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Holly Point — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    Great campground

    The North Carolina State Park campgrounds are typically very nice, and this one is no exception. My site is adjacent to a large, clean, working bathhouse and a 2 minute walk from a swim beach.

    My cell reception outside the camper is excellent, and of if I had a cell booster it would be adequate for streaming inside the camper. I don’t have one as I depend on Starlink for internet access when traveling. Unfortunately Starlink isn’t going to work in my specific site or in most of the others. This is a wooded campground and all the sites are completely shaded

    My site has water and electric. About half of the available RV sites have water and electric, it there is no sewer. There is a dump station in the campground. Unusual for NC State facilities, there are no trash bins placed around the campground, but there is a large dumpster station co-located with the dump station.

    It’s about a 15-20 minute drive to shopping, but there are several convenience stores a few minutes away.

    The campground is clean and well maintained. It meanders around a very large lake, with several beaches and boat launch areas.

  • Kelsey L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 22, 2018

    Cedarock Park

    Hidden gem for a quick outdoor getaway

    Cedarock Park, located in Burlington, North Carolina, is a hidden gem for all sorts of outdoor activities. The park offers hike-in camping with a handful of sites scattered along Rock Creek. The sites are well spaced and can accommodate large groups (you only pay $1 for each additional person for groups larger than 10). The park is also home to 6 miles of hiking trails and 6 miles of equestrian trails. There are two fantastic disc golf courses (I personally enjoy the Wellspring course) and even a historical farm that sheds light on what life was like as a farmer in 19th century North Carolina.

Guide to Creedmoor

Camping options near Creedmoor, North Carolina range from rustic dispersed sites to established campgrounds with modern amenities. The region sits at approximately 350 feet elevation with a humid subtropical climate featuring mild winters and hot summers. Annual rainfall averages 46 inches with precipitation distributed fairly evenly throughout the year, creating moderate camping conditions for most of the year except during summer humidity peaks.

What to do

Hiking trail access: B.W. Wells Campground offers multiple trails with diverse difficulty levels. "There are plenty of short hikes and a swimming area. The sites are close together but still semi private," notes Heather L.

Fishing opportunities: Anglers have multiple options for catching a variety of fish species. "If you're looking for some really cool outdoors adventures while in these parts, check out Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park that offers treetop rope trails and adventure courses," recommends Stuart K. about Shinleaf Campground, adding "If you like to fish, there's tons of different varieties here to catch, including: walleye, crappie, white bass, large- and small-mouth bass, blue gill, striped bass as well as catfish."

Kayaking and canoeing: Access the water directly from many campsites. "There is a tremendous amount of hiking and trails to do around here. The Eno River is more than safe to swim or paddle in," states Samantha P. about Eno River State Park.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: At Rolling View, campers appreciate the space between sites. "My husband and I absolutely love this place! Park rangers are friendly, campsites aren't on top of each other and the restrooms and showers are clean. We love seeing the wildlife," reports Sharon M.

Clean facilities: Bathhouses and facilities receive positive reviews for maintenance. "Bathhouses were super clean. And we were a short walk to the lake to fish and hang out near the water," says Melinda J. about Holly Point.

Pet-friendly policies: Most campgrounds welcome dogs, making this area ideal for those seeking dog friendly campgrounds near Creedmoor. "Dogs are welcome here! If you can camp close to the river, I recommend, it's great to fall asleep to the sounds of the river," says Samantha P. about Eno River State Park.

What you should know

Seasonal operation: Campground availability varies seasonally. "Only open Sept 1 to Feb 28th and March 31 to May 14," warns Erin B. about Butner Lake WMA. This seasonal limitation coincides with hunting seasons.

Aircraft noise: The proximity to RDU airport means occasional aircraft noise. "If you're sensitive consider bringing earplugs for your comfort," suggests Jessica H. about Holly Point, noting "The only thing you will contend with is occasional air traffic noise from RDU."

Primitive camping considerations: Some sites lack basic amenities. "Very primitive, but close to town if you need anything. Sites are very close together, no privacy. Most campers are here to hunt so are gone most of the day," explains Billy B. about Butner Lake WMA.

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