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Raccoon Holler Campground's family-friendly atmosphere provides a welcome environment for camping with pets in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The campground, located just off Highway 16 near Jefferson, offers full hookup sites for RVs and separate tent camping areas among pine trees near the disc golf course. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table with multiple bathhouses located throughout the property. Blue Bear Mountain Camp also welcomes pets at their facility offering tent, RV, cabin, and yurt accommodations. Campers observe a clean, well-maintained environment with sites thoughtfully arranged, though some RV sites can be challenging to level. The campground has abundant recreational options including a fishing pond, playground, basketball and volleyball courts, and horseshoes. The staff receives consistent praise for being exceptionally friendly and helpful.
New River State Park provides pet-friendly camping with clean, well-maintained sites at multiple access points along the river. The Wagoner Access features walk-in tent sites with wheelbarrows provided to transport gear from parking to campsites, while the 221 Access offers full hookup options for RVs. Both locations maintain clean bathhouses and marked hiking trails where pets are welcome. The park spans several disconnected properties throughout the county, offering various recreational opportunities including miles of blueway for canoeing and kayaking. Sites vary in privacy levels with some featuring good tree cover and others more exposed to sunlight. Several campsites offer direct river access where visitors can leave canoes overnight without concern. Pets must be leashed, and the park thoughtfully provides poles at campsites specifically for securing pets during setup.
"We camped at the Wagoner access with our dogs over the weekend. The campground is very beautiful. You have to walk in but the park provides little carts and wheelbarrows."
"Beautiful days hiking nearby, cold nights. Pet friendly. Pretty clean bath house. Visitors center nearby. Sites were mostly level, with gravel, fire pit, picnic table."
from $27 - $72 / night
Check Availability"But, ya know North Carolina summers."
"The site also had a huge area for the picnic table and the fire ring is far away from your camper. There was a huge grassy area behind our site with a creek, lots of space for our dog."
from $17 - $72 / night
Check Availability"Please respect the distance advice and don't feed them. We witnessed a lady attempting to pet the stallion of the herd, not respecting his signs to make her back off."
"Campground Review: There are two campgrounds in Grayson Highland SP which is located by The Mouth Of Wilson, VA, near the North Carolina border."
from $27 - $98 / night
Check Availability"It offers RV, drive in and hike in tent sites and also teepee camping."
"There is a place to wash dishes outside as well. Fantastic walking trails - some parts quite steep but we got a good workout through the woods on the property."
from $25 - $136 / night
Check Availability"On the Blue Ridge Parkway, nestled in the trees and mountains of North Carolina, this campground has been well maintained."
"The Doughton Park campground off of the Blue Ridge Parkway is a great place to spend the night without if you are driving along the Parkway and don't want to venture too far off course."
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Julian Price Park is a beautiful campground just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. We enjoy this campground on the weekends throughout the fall and spring as it is less occupied."
"Some RV sites are on the edge of the road. Clean restrooms and showers. Great hiking trails nearby beginning in the campground. Dog friendly. If you have a National park pass you get a discount."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"There’s plenty of swings throughout the campground for people to enjoy a long with basketball court, bourse shoes, fishing, frisbee golf, walking trails, a massive field that my daughter loved playing"
"I picked this campground because it was very close to Blue Ridge Parkway. My plan was to ride my motorcycle through this beautiful area of NC, but the rain didn't cooperate this trip."
"My wife and I biked/ ran the trails nearby. Our dogs loved walking around the campground. Some nice wooded tent sites that a very large areas. Our spot was a two level site."
"Swimming, kayaking, boat launch, small hiking trail. Sites have a fire pit, picnic table (it’s really heavy!) and a grill. I loved how each site is fairly unique."
from $20 - $85 / night
Check Availability"Twin rivers campground is located in Crumpler NC on the river. It is a primitive campground with both RV and tent sites. "
"It seems a little bit of a sketchy drive into the primitive sites, but no one had any problems as far as I know—we certainly didn’t!"
"Lake was gorgeous! Absolutely the easiest and cleanest dump station we have ever used! Well designed! Close to Willesboro!"
"There is a dumpsite near the front office. A short drive from campsite is a man-made beach with lake swimming area… very nice."
from $30 - $125 / night
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GuideThis place is amazing!! Dog park needs to be updated but the fact they had a dog park was amazing. There was live music, karaoke, candy scavenger hunts for kids, even a bowling ally! I recommend this 100%
LegendThis campground was pristine - from the moment we turned the corner, until the moment we left!
We met Kimberly within seconds of pulling on the property. She was incredibly kind and made us feel at home immediately. As tent campers, she told us our best choices were a 30 amp site on the river ($50) or a 30-amp site off the river ($44). These prices are steep for tent camping, but include 2 adults, kids and pets. Additional adults come with a fee, but we were happy the kids were included. Not only were the pets included, but they have a dog park area that they can run free and stretch their legs!
We came into the cute little office where Kimberly gave us a campground map (which was painted by a resident camper glass blower) and told us about her property. Several items were on sale inside the store, including many shirts, sweatshirts, hats, etc. They also sell kids fishing poles, stickers and even a fresh coffee cup machine. They have recently renovated the bathhouse (wait until you see it!) they have a library with books and games, an outdoor sink to wash dishes etc. and even a laundry room that operates on the honor system. How great is that! I thought it was wonderful that we could wash a wet sleeping bag or a quick load of stinky hiking clothes if necessary! Kimberly explained that they have a pretty good mix of short and long term campers (primarily RV's) and even a cute little cabin that can be rented.
Kimberly said that they choose not to allow on-line bookings to maintain the atmosphere that they desire. You can call, or submit a request, but they want to have a conversation with you before booking. The campground was calm, friendly and so so clean. Campers were friendly, the campground host was as kind as could be, and so proud about her new bathrooms. (See below). This is the kind of campground we would feel good about our kids biking around in the evening as they chase fire flies and meet new friends!
The campground was located on the river, but the slope was challenging from several sites. With kiddos, I may prefer a site closer to the road because it was nearly a flat walk out to the river. We will surely be back!
TravelerBy far the best KOA I have stayed at. This place is huge and some thing for everyone. Game and rec rooms, dog park, store well stocked playgrounds, sand boxes. No messing around. Staff very friendly.
LegendWe camped at the Wagoner access with our dogs over the weekend. The campground is very beautiful. You have to walk in but the park provides little carts and wheelbarrows. The sites and the bathhouse are very well maintained. The park host, Tom Keller, was just fantastic. Really helpful and super nice. There are also 2 beautiful hiking trails starting at the campground. I would definitely camp here again even if I have to say there are much more scenic places in this part of North Carolina.
TravelerI’m not even sure you can call this a campground! A majority of those staying here were in top of the line campers. It truly felt like a community. There are two bath houses, a dog park, an activity center, and a river flowing behind the sites. It was beautiful and had a cheery atmosphere. They even had WiFi! I was definitely spoiled here.
GuideGreat campground! We are tent campers and loved our time here! There are A LOT of spots in a small area. That would be my only complaint if you want to call it that. The campgrounds clean and the owners are super nice and helpful. We have a dog and love the dog park! The bathrooms are very clean and nice! I would definitely recommend this campground!
ScoutWe stayed here for vacation last year. There’s a nice dog park, and the facilities are clean. My only negative was that they had us camp up on the top of the hill and it was difficult to navigate back down, with some very sharp turns for our fifth wheel. They seemed to have some nice amenities, and the staff was very friendly.
TravelerNice, clean campground with friendly staff. Outdoor pool, mini golf, bowling alley and more to keep everyone busy. We stayed on Labor Day weekend so it was crowded and of course it was a bit noisy but would definitely recommend anyone to stay here and we would definitely go back. They also have two dog parks in the campground which is nice for your furry family! 😊
GuideWe had a nice time visiting Mocksville. There are a lot of cute restaurants near by.
We stayed here as part of our thousand trails membership.
The campground is mostly annual people with permanent lots. We don’t mind that at all. Those types always seem to be laid back and quiet. The spots are really close together. And the roads are sooo narrow.
The dog park was nice and walking the park was relaxing.
Unfortunately a lot of the activity type things (arcade, mini-golf, horseshoes, etc) weren’t available because we visited in the off season. Bummer but to be expected even though we had super nice weather.
Not really the campgrounds fault I don’t think, but there were SO MANY FLIES. I spent the weeks killing the ones that snuck in. So annoying.
We visited with our 33’ travel trailer. Site D64 is plenty long but has the y of the road surrounding you. Verizon service has 2 bars. Occasionally got a little spotty while working, but our hotspot worked enough. Streaming did get dicey.
Camping areas in Glendale Springs, North Carolina sit along the Blue Ridge Mountains at elevations between 2,500 and 3,500 feet. This higher altitude creates cooler summer temperatures than surrounding lowlands, with 10-15°F temperature differences common in July and August. Winter camping requires cold-weather gear as nighttime temperatures frequently drop below freezing from November through March.
Disc golf at Blue Bear Mountain Camp: The campground features an on-site disc golf course set among pine trees where tent camping areas are located. "The tent sites are very spaced out. The elevation is high so weather is nice for those trying to escape the summer heat," notes Kristen J., who enjoyed the cooler mountain temperatures during summer visits to Blue Bear Mountain Camp.
Trout fishing in Helton Creek: Cast for trout in this well-stocked stream that runs directly through Helton Creek Campground. "Delayed Harvest trout stream, well stocked in spring, larger fish stocked in fall, October I think. Probably 2-3 miles of good fishable water," explains Scott G., who appreciates the regulated fishing area.
Hike Stone Mountain State Park: Follow the trail to the summit for panoramic views. "We camped at RV site 40 and I think it's the best. There's a roaring large creek that flows behind the site and a grassy field full of deer beside it," shares Charli R. about Stone Mountain State Park Campground. The park's hiking system connects multiple natural features through interconnected trails.
Mountain views and wildlife watching: Many campgrounds offer excellent vantage points for Blue Ridge Mountain scenery and wildlife. "The constant light breeze and lack of mosquitoes is a treat," mentions Raven B. about the higher elevation camping at Blue Bear Mountain Camp where deer sightings are common.
Swimming areas for summer visitors: Beat the heat at campgrounds with dedicated swimming areas. "We spent some time at the nice lake beach that is part of the park. A good spot to cool off," says Carol J. about her experience at Fort Hamby Park, which features a maintained beach area on W. Kerr Scott Reservoir.
Walkable access to hiking trails: Several campgrounds connect directly to trail systems. "Great hikes and area for the family. Beautiful scenery and some great swimming holes," notes Stacey S. about her visit to Stone Mountain State Park. The park's trail system connects camping areas to multiple waterfalls and rock formations.
Limited cell service throughout region: Most campgrounds have spotty reception. "Internet and phone service available in some parts of the park," reports Annell N. about Stone Mountain State Park, but coverage varies widely across the mountain terrain.
Narrow access roads: Some campgrounds have challenging entry roads. "The state maintained gravel road used to access campground was narrow and would be difficult to get a large camper up there, although there were lots of large ones there," warns Kristen J. about Blue Bear Mountain Camp.
Water sources and fill-up stations: Not all campgrounds offer direct water hookups. "They do not have water hookups - you fill your camper tank with water at the office area," explains Mandy R. from Blue Bear Mountain Camp, noting campers should arrive with tanks filled or plan to fill at designated stations.
Playgrounds and recreation areas: Look for campgrounds with built-in activities for children. "Family-friendly campground with plenty of fun activities for kids. Playground, fishing pond, disc golf, recreation and game area, and ice cream trailer," shares Joy B. about her stay at Raccoon Holler Campground, which provides multiple recreational options.
Lake activities for children: Some campgrounds offer water recreation opportunities. "The lake is hatchery supported, and I did witness someone catching a fish as we walked along the lake trail," notes Myron C. who visited Julian Price Park Campground, where families can rent canoes, kayaks and paddleboards during summer months.
Pet-friendly hiking trails: Many campgrounds welcome pets on their hiking trails. "Extremely clean bath house and very helpful rangers," reports Brittany H. about her pet-friendly experience at New River State Park, where designated trails allow leashed dogs.
Dump station access: Know your dumping options before arriving. "Absolutely the easiest and cleanest dump station we have ever used! Well designed!" praises Brenda F. about Fort Hamby Park, noting the convenient facilities.
Site leveling challenges: Many mountain campgrounds have uneven sites. "Getting parked was a bit of a challenge to get things as level as possible and work around power stand and be able to get awning out to stay out of rain," explains Kevin A. about site 112 at Raccoon Holler Campground, highlighting the importance of bringing leveling blocks.
Site size considerations: Mountain campgrounds often have limited space for larger RVs. "Sites 3, 7, 10 are among the best. We've already booked another trip to go back," recommends Megan M. about New River State Park, noting these particular sites accommodate larger rigs better than others.
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