Within a 30-minute drive of Greensboro, North Carolina, several campgrounds offer RV accommodations in diverse settings from wooded retreats to lakeside spots. The region experiences moderate seasonal variations with summer highs averaging 88°F and winter lows around 29°F, making camping accessible year-round at many facilities. Terrain varies from flat, easily accessible sites to more secluded woodland settings with moderate elevation changes.
What to do
Fishing access: At Cane Creek Campground and RV Park, campers can enjoy lakeside recreation. "Beautiful little park nestled into the woods! Our site (17) was on the opposite side of the real lake access and right across from the annual spots," notes Mandy L., who enjoyed the water activities available.
Paddle sports: Thousand Trails Forest Lake offers rental canoes for exploring their lake. One visitor shared their experience: "We also rented a canoe and had fun canoeing around the pond/lake," demonstrating the accessible water recreation options.
Wildlife viewing: The rural setting at Ivory Clay Farm provides opportunities for animal spotting. Kevin E. describes the experience: "This is a great relaxing get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life! We love relaxing & enjoying the bonfires, sunsets, wildlife & star gazing."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Jones Station RV Park receives praise for its generous spacing. One camper noted, "sites were huge with large space between...everything was immaculate…obviously owners take enormous pride in their property and care for their customers!"
Clean facilities: The maintenance standards at several parks are frequently mentioned. At Cane Creek Campground, a visitor reported, "The bathhouses were very clean-if a little spidery for me (eek!), and both in pretty convenient locations for everyone."
Privacy options: Wooded sites offer more seclusion at certain campgrounds. A camper at Spring Hill RV Park commented, "The spaces are far enough apart that they aren't on top of each other," highlighting the balance between accessibility and privacy that many travelers seek.
What you should know
Connectivity varies: Internet access differs significantly between parks. A visitor to Spring Hill RV Park noted, "The Wifi is excellent and, I believe, cell service is good for pretty much everyone since it's so close to the Triangle."
Seasonal closures: Not all parks operate year-round. Lake Myers RV Resort runs from April through November, while Cobble Hill RV Campground and several others remain open throughout winter months.
Management interactions: Camper experiences with staff vary between locations. One Jones Station visitor reported, "Just be sure to avoid the crotchety old dweeb riding around in his golf cart. I assume he's the owner, but that doesn't excuse his cringe and rude behavior to people patronizing his business."
Tips for camping with families
Playground options: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas for children. A visitor to Cane Creek Campground shared: "Plenty of places to tent camp or RV camp! Places to fish things for kids to play on and of course places to shower after! One of my family's favorite places to camp!"
Swimming access: Greystone RV Park and other facilities offer water recreation options for families. However, some parks like Greystone focus on different amenities. One camper noted it's "more for a mature crowd, as there's really nothing here for kids to do (no playground or pool)."
Activities calendar: Seasonal events provide structured entertainment. A Forest Lake visitor explained: "We were only there Fri-Sun but there were activities planned to include an outdoor movie (with free popcorn), arts & crafts for the kids, candy bar bingo, and a DJ."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Surface conditions vary widely between parks. At Greystone RV Park, an RVer appreciated that "Pull thru sites with concrete pads. No leveling needed. Couldn't be easier to pull in and set up."
Accessibility for large rigs: Many parks accommodate sizeable vehicles but with varying ease of navigation. At Lake Myers Resort, one RVer cautioned: "This is a decent family-friendly campground but is quite difficult to navigate the roads and sites if you have a larger rig."
Road conditions: Pay attention to internal campground roads when planning. An RVer at Forest Lake cautioned about "Roads are the worst pot holes speed bumps that are curbs!" highlighting the need to research access routes for larger vehicles.
