Best Glamping near Gastonia, NC
Crowders Mountain State Park Campground and Hippie Holler represent two distinct glamping experiences near Gastonia. At Crowders Mountain, the glamping sites offer a serene forest setting accessible via a one-mile hike from the Sparrow Springs access point. Hippie Holler provides a more secluded glamping environment with yurt accommodations featuring solar lights, composting toilets, and picnic areas. Both locations maintain electricity and comfortable amenities while preserving a natural outdoor experience. The sites include designated fire rings, picnic tables, and level tent pads for more luxurious canvas accommodations. "I found my happy place here at Hippie Holler! No kids or loud obnoxious other campers, felt at home, safe, understood and able to relax completely," shares one visitor.
Hiking trails directly connect to the glamping areas at Crowders Mountain, where guests can access breathtaking summit views after a moderate uphill trek. The park offers multiple trail options ranging from beginner-friendly paths to more strenuous routes leading to panoramic vistas. Hippie Holler provides a more private retreat atmosphere with its neurodivergent-friendly environment and trippy solar lighting creating unique nighttime ambiance. Both locations permit alcohol and fires with firewood available for purchase on-site. McDowell Nature Preserve, located approximately 25 miles from Gastonia, offers additional glamping options with lake access and boating opportunities. A reviewer noted, "The campground is very simple but beautiful. It was an experience they won't forget!"