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44 Reviews of 4 Fayetteville Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    May 25, 2024

    Double L Farms Campground

    Countryside Pasture Camping @ Its Best

    Not everyone's idea of a great camping experience involves being completely surrounded by farm animals on an actual working ranch - so if the thought of this bothers you, then stop reading this review and mosey on to another campground. For my entire family, we absolutely loved the cows, horses, donkeys, chickens, guinea hens, ducks, turkey, cats, dogs and other animals we came across during our stay. In fact, our daughters thought the farm animals were the best part of our camping trip!

    As for Double L Farms Campground itself, this place is located outside of Lumberton and just a 20 minute or so drive from the heavy trafficked I95 highway corridor, but here at Double L, you'll feel a million miles away from the hectic realities of urban life. The campground is fairly modest in size and has only enough space for a couple dozen RVers / tent campers, but I don't really get the feeling that you'll ever have a problem finding a spot here, so it's up to you whether you want to make a reservation by calling ahead or just 'wing it.' The hosts, Brian & Lisa, were easily some of the best campground hosts we've ever had and they definitely make this experience a 5 star encounter as the duo went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed and even provided recommendations on local spots in the surrounding areas.

    From an amenities standpoint, there's a quaint, well-maintained bathhouse with showers and toilets. Inside you'll also discover that the bathhouse is actually multi-purpose and equipped with A/C, washing machine, has WiFi and even a microwave. Of course, there's full RV hook-ups with 30 / 50 electrical amp, sewage and water lines. The best amenity though? The free rooster alarm clock you'll hear around 5:30am every morning! All this for $25 a night? Yeah, it's a very good price for what you get.

    Insider's tips? Here's a few: (1) I think the best sites are those located furthest back on the property near the field, where you can gaze up at the stars at night with an unobstructed view, but really, all of the sites are pretty good, so you can't really go wrong with any of the sites; (2) There does appear to be some more permanent residents living in trailers here, but it wasn't that big of a deal and we didn't mind; (3) With 46 acres of farmland, there's plenty to explore and we really enjoyed hiking around the place, but if you want to venture out and try some different locations for hiking, I highly recommend Luther Britt Park where there's some pretty good lakeside hiking trails; (4) For the kiddos, if you need to get away and see something a bit more educational then try out Exploration Station in downtown Lumberton; (5) Should you run out of any supplies or find yourself in need of anything, the closest store is Family Dollar which is just due west of Double L and while no frills, they should have just about everything you need to tied you over in a fix- and if not, head on into Lumberton for many more options; and (6) When you grow tired of trying to conjure up that next meal from the depths of your Cordova roto-molded cooler or on-board mini-fridge and want to explore some great local fare, then check out The Governor Place for brisket burger and duck fries with alioli or Tony B's Chicken & BBQ for superb brisket where Tuesday is chicken & pastry day (which is pretty much like chicken dumplings).

    Happy Camping!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    March 11, 2024

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Awesome State Park

    This was our very first full-time RV park. We loved being in the park and it easily accommodated our 39ft. Class A. Back-in site but with plenty of room to do so. Each site has water and electric hook-up. Sewer however is a dump station. The sites are big with a picnic table, fire pit and lantern hook. Plenty to do here with the lake at your fingertips. Great first experience.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    December 19, 2023

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    A great site!

    Loop C site 19 is a great location. It’s flat with a few good locations off the gravel for tents. Good trees for hammocks are present. There’s no other site within a couple hundred yards to the east. East access to the lake shore and plenty of woods for kids to play in. The bathhouse is a short walk away.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    July 1, 2023

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Lake Jordan Campground Bliss

    Located just 30 miles west of Raleigh, Jordan Lake provides 7 different access points throughout this amazing natural preserve.  And while I’m not a kitesurfer or windsurfer, I’m positive that this campground was named for the pretty amazing headwinds that are enjoyed coming off Falls Lake, which Crosswinds Campground @ Jordan Lake SRA sits on. Take my word for it though, this outdoor nature preserve is truly a slice of heaven carved out in some of North Carolina’s finest camping countryside. 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 nicely shaded nature, hiking trails and humble peace & quiet that only God's green nature can offer, then make your way here to Crosswinds Campground, where this heavily wooded forest paradise will embrace you with its inclines, switchbacks and snakelike, swerving road circuits. 

    All of the basics are provided in spades – from picnic table, fold-up fire ring / BBQ grill, bear-proof garbage hanger and a nice pebble-strewn and long-leaf pine shadowed patch of well-maintained nature that offers pristine shade from an unrelenting bit of summer Tar Heel sunshine. While there’s a suitable amount of brush between campsites, surprisingly, it’s the steep inclines and declines between each site that makes one feel that they are truly in the center of their own private wilderness. The on-site bathroom & shower facilities 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 Lake Jordan itself, where there is a perfectly sectioned off swimming area – complete with life safety vests resting on hooks near the shore - 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 bundle: (1) 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!; (2) While IMHO there are no bad sites per se here, certainly there are some that are better than others, amongst which, I would highly recommend those that are closer to the tree fall lines as well as those that place you closest to either lakeside or lake view.  With 3 loops to choose from (A, B & C), I recommend the following sites: Loop A - #18-19; #21-22; and #44-47; Loop B - #33, #36, #37, #39, #40,#43; Loop C - #19, #21, #23, #24, #26, #32, #34, #36, #40, #42; (3) If you have a boat, you may want to consider calling ahead of time, while you are reserving your campsite and reserve a boat slip - we just thought that they would be readily available, but as it turns out, there's quite a few daytime boaters that don't camp here and are simply looking for a slip to occupy for the day, so plan ahead!; (4) SUPER INSIDER SECRET: there's a little pathway next to site #32 that will lead you to a hidden beachhead where all the cool kids hang out and party; (5) The showers are pretty annoying in that they are regulated by body movement - so as a hack, we applied duct tape and VOILA! the hot water stayed on the whole time! (but remove when you are done or the water won't stop running!); and (6) When you grow tired or anxious after digging through what remains of your Cordova cooler and / or want to sample some local fare, be prepared to drive a short distance (20 minutes or so) back to Apex, where I would recommend The Peak on Salem that serves up some pretty mean Caribbean conch & shrimp fritters as well as some very nice seafood entrees like NC clam bucatini or sweet tea ginger whiskey braised beef short rib.

    Happy Camping!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    October 21, 2022

    Double L Farms Campground

    Wonderful, No Frills Campground

    Wonderful, small, relaxing campground. Large, level, FHU sites. Some permanent trailers and seasonal campers, mostly occupied by traveling healthcare professionals. Well maintained. Campground is surrounded by the owners farmland. Horses, cows, donkeys, chickens. Simple and peaceful. The owner, Lisa was the best we’ve ever encountered and we’ve camped in all of the lower 48. Well maintained. We will definitely return!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    June 27, 2022

    Double L Farms Campground

    Great stay off I95

    Fun place. There were happy chickens roaming around. The camp host were really nice and showed us where to set up. The bathroom was very clean. There are horses, cattle, chickens and a turkey. The animals come to say hi. The kids loved our stay. Right off I95. Great over night stay.

    Farm Camp. Right by road so was a little loud at night but manageable. Bugs so don’t forget bug spray. Rooster alarm. Great place! Will definitely stay again.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    December 19, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Good for an overnight stay.

    This campground also has mobile homes residents.  The area seems to have a lot of poverty, but the campground was well maintained and felt safe.  $25 for 50 amp, water, sewer.  The campground hostess met us at our campsite to orient us to the place.  She gave us clear directions to  the campground and we still had a little difficulty finding it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    November 21, 2021

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Fantastic

    Great place. Very clean, quite. Sites 32, 34, & 36 loop C are the best right on the water. There's an unofficial trail near site 32 that leads to a beach like area that people like to hang out at and dock boats. Although convenient for site 32 it also makes it less private.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    October 24, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Great place

    Great place on a little farm. Esp great for travel nurses. The owners are experienced with rvs and are helpful if you have any needs.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    October 12, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Nice quick spot off of I-95

    I just needed a quick stop to stay overnight in my hammock to break up a long drive. Very friendly owners got me set up quickly and I had a great peaceful rest to get back on the road fresh in the morning.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    September 13, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Didn't want to leave

    This is one of our favorite campsites !! We almost didn't want to leave because of how beautiful this place is. The owners are incredible and extremely nice and kind hearted. I wish we could have stayed alot longer. But we will definitely be coming back! I highly suggest camping here! 🏕

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    September 7, 2021

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Great amenities, private sites

    Love this camping area! Really private sites, clean facilities, and nice lake access. My only con is that the showers are automatic sensors, so when you need the water to warm up, you just have to stand there and take it. If you step out of the way of the sensor, the water stops. But otherwise, great campground.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    August 12, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Tent

    I spent one night here, the hosts were great, the site itself is very relaxing, can walk up and pet the animals. The bathroom there compares with the bathroom at your house. Would give 6/5 if I could

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    July 17, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Awesome overnight

    Lisa was super helpful! We arrived after 9pm (that 95 traffic!) and Lisa was there right away to direct us to the site. They made sure we were all set up and then checked on us again as we headed out at 7am. Definitely will stay again!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    June 30, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Very nice people

    Lisa and Brian are very nice people. It's like down right home feeling. Only one problem there is a person that there that likes to start a lot of trouble and makes it seem like she's so innocent so beware other than that I had a wonderful time there

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    June 14, 2021

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Very nice local campground

    This was our "shakedown" trip with our new RV.  We found the campground to be very accommodating: 30A/50A electrical, and clean water.  The lake was just steps away from our site.  We went mid-week, so the campground was not completely filled.  The bath house was clean and had plenty of room.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    April 1, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    NOT ENOUGH STARS!

    Lisa and Brian are some of the nicest people I've ever met, Lisa is the epitome of Southern charm and hospitality and Brian my brother in arms my shipmate gave me a much needed lesson in sawmills which I appreciate more than he will ever know! Their place is a lil slice of heaven and a welcome escape from the world let their animals sooth your whoas and leave a better person and let me tell you leaving was hard. Thanks Lisa and Brian you will not be forgotten easily!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    March 13, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Love it

    Amazing! Brian and Lisa have done an amazing job making their place welcoming to all. A working farm that even had the dog smiling at the end of the day. We hated to leave but plan to go back!! Thanks, Marty and Katy

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    January 5, 2021

    Double L Farms Campground

    Rustic farm campground

    The owners of the property, Lisa and Brian, were helpful and accommodating! It rained most of that week, and during the day I was there. They offered alternative sites for my tent, one of which had a protective overhang. I would have stayed in the back near the treeline, but because of all the rain I ended up staying at the front of the property (near the rv area which had higher ground).

    The campground restroom was really nice, has air conditioning, heating, and a clean private shower. There is also a washer, a microwave and even wifi in there.

    If you have a family with small children, they will love the horses, chickens, guinea hens, and the couple of friendly cats and dogs that they own. 

    These folks are awesome people and I will definitely camp there in the spring.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Double L Farms Campground
    December 2, 2020

    Double L Farms Campground

    Beautiful, accommodating farm. Perfect place.

    This was our very first night in our RV and Brian and Lisa could not have been more hospitable and kind. We were two hours later than expected and they waited up for us late into the night to show us the ropes. In the morning Brian took our two year old on a tour of their amazing farm — horses, cows, ducks, chickens, and all the tractors of our toddlers’ dreams ... we felt like houseguests of old friends. The long term residents, many of whom are seasonal workers, were also so friendly. We were just there for one night but it felt like a real community in a beautiful part of the world and not too far from the highway. Highly recommend!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    August 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
    July 6, 2020

    Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

    Great access to the lake

    This is a pretty nice campground, similar to other state parks in North Carolina. The sites are spacious, we stayed at a double site that allowed up to 4 cars. The site was level and stayed dry during the heavy rain, however we saw other sites that had big puddles, with tents in the water. The bathrooms were cleaned regularly, but they were not very nice. The shower didn't look good at all, we didn't use it.

    A great things about the campground is that it has its own kayak/canoe ramp, just a few minutes drive from the site. We saw people fishing from the ramp as well. On our morning paddle we saw a couple of bald eagles, they were amazing. We stayed at the campsite after heavy rains, so the beach was closed. It must be nice when not flooded.

    This is a state campground, so alcohol is not allowed.



Guide to Fayetteville

Camping near Fayetteville, North Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Enjoy the scenic trails at Uwharrie National Forest. One reviewer mentioned, "Good challenging hiking, and plenty of campsites along the trails." This area is perfect for those who love to explore the great outdoors.
  • Fishing and Boating: At Cheraw State Park, you can fish or take a boat out on Lake Juniper. A camper shared, "Lake Juniper is quite small and swimming is allowed in a designated area on the far side of the lake."
  • Wildlife Watching: Many campgrounds, like Double L Farms Campground, are surrounded by nature. One family noted, "Our daughters thought the farm animals were the best part of our camping trip!"

What campers like:

  • Quiet and Relaxation: Campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere at places like Moccasin Branch Campground. A visitor said, "This is our favorite campground in the area. It is clean and quiet."
  • Friendly Hosts: Many campgrounds, such as Double L Farms Campground, have welcoming staff. One reviewer mentioned, "The hosts, Brian & Lisa, were easily some of the best campground hosts we've ever had."
  • Clean Facilities: Campers often highlight the cleanliness of restrooms and showers. At Poplar Point Campground, a camper noted, "The bathhouse is clean and modern."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Crosswinds Campground, have fewer amenities. A camper pointed out, "There are no showers, and the restrooms are basic."
  • Crowded During Peak Times: Popular spots can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. One visitor at Cheraw State Park mentioned, "The sites are somewhat close together, but it's not a huge deal."
  • Wildlife Caution: While wildlife is a highlight, it’s important to be cautious. A camper at Moccasin Branch Campground advised, "There are plenty of trails to explore, but keep an eye out for snakes."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Lazy Acres Campground, which has a friendly atmosphere. One reviewer said, "The staff is very friendly. Only wish there were a few more amenities."
  • Plan Activities: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. A family at Poplar Point Campground enjoyed fishing and kayaking, saying, "We fished for hours, kayaked on the lake, and the kids caught minnows."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. One camper at Double L Farms Campground mentioned, "The campground host was very helpful and showed us where to set up."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site dimensions. A reviewer at William B. Umstead State Park Campground warned, "Avoid site 6! There’s so many tree roots, it’s an awful tripping hazard."
  • Use Dump Stations: Many campgrounds have dump stations available. A camper at Crosswinds Campground noted, "Dump stations are not far from any of the circles."
  • Stay Connected: If you need to work while camping, check cell service. One RV traveler at Poplar Point Campground shared, "Our cellphone hotspots worked great. We got anywhere from 30-55mbps with our Verizon cell coverage."

Exploring the fayetteville, nc campgrounds can lead to memorable experiences, whether you're camping with family or enjoying a solo adventure.

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