Best Campgrounds near Hollister, NC

Medoc Mountain State Park provides the primary camping area near Hollister, North Carolina, with a compact 34-site campground that accommodates tents, RVs, and cabin campers. Despite its name, the park is situated in the coastal plain rather than actual mountains, offering a mix of wooded sites with gravel tent pads, fire rings, and picnic tables. Several other camping options exist within a 30-mile radius, including Enfield-Rocky Mount KOA and Lake Gaston RV and Camping Resort, both offering more extensive amenities for visitors seeking developed facilities. The campgrounds in this region typically feature a combination of rustic and improved sites, with many accommodating both tent and RV camping alongside cabin rentals.

Most developed campgrounds near Hollister provide basic amenities, though services vary significantly between state park and private facilities. Medoc Mountain State Park features electric hookups at approximately half its sites, but lacks individual water connections—campers must fill tanks before arrival or use communal spigots scattered throughout the camping area. The bath facilities are generally well-maintained with hot showers, though some sites have challenging gravel tent pads that can make tent staking difficult. Cell service throughout the area is spotty, particularly within the state park. "The deep gravel on the site where I stayed was deeper than my tent stakes were long, and I could not get a good hold," noted one camper, highlighting the importance of bringing freestanding tents to certain sites.

Trails represent a significant draw for campers visiting mixed-use campgrounds in the Hollister area. Medoc Mountain State Park features approximately 10 miles of hiking paths alongside dedicated mountain biking routes and equestrian trails. Fishing Creek provides water recreation opportunities with some sections featuring small whitewater areas. The relatively flat terrain makes most trails accessible for families and casual hikers. Campers frequently mention the peaceful setting and well-maintained paths as highlights. One visitor observed, "There are over 10 miles of trails to hike. We also canoed down the creek. The creek is about 2.5 miles long and took us only 2 hours to paddle." Seasonal considerations include watching for poison ivy around campsite perimeters during warmer months and planning for limited winter services at some facilities.

Best Camping Sites Near Hollister, North Carolina (39)

    1. Medoc Mountain State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Hollister, NC
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 586-6588

    $27 - $75 / night

    "This was our first time at Medoc Mountain State Park in Hollister, NC. There are bike trails, horse trails, and walking trails at this state park."

    "Not far from the Roanoke River and right around the corner from Halifax, this spot is perfect for getting away from it all."

    2. Enfield - Rocky Mount KOA

    10 Reviews
    Hollister, NC
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 445-5925

    "Large open areas to walk the pups and a decent sized dog run so they can get exercise (I can’t run that fast :) ). They has a small pool for hot summer months to cool off and refresh."

    "Just watch when you are arriving as the driveway is a bit hard to see and turning around can be tricky if you go too far."

    3. Thousand Trails Lake Gaston

    12 Reviews
    Littleton, NC
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Nestled in the countryside, a very small "Americana" vibing town down the road, boating on the lake, no frills or gimmicky glamping here."

    "A few bad tenants should t take away from the place."

    4. RV Resort At Carolina Crossroads

    13 Reviews
    Weldon, NC
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 538-9776

    $45 / night

    "Shopping, Walmart, gas and chain restaurants close by. Would definitely stay here again."

    "Off enough so there isn’t any highway noise. Beautiful facilities. Including concrete slabs to park on. Don’t expect any shade, there are no trees. With exception of around the parameter."

    5. J.C. Cooper Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    20 Reviews
    Henderson, NC
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (252) 438-7791

    $27 - $177 / night

    "The site was near the water with very nice lake views right from the tent. Great for swimming, kayaking, SUP, and other water activities."

    "Enjoy the lake. Enjoy sitting around a camp fire. Enjoy walking to the bath house in the rain. Enjoy."

    6. Freedom Hill Resort

    1 Review
    Henderson, NC
    16 miles
    +1 (919) 723-0054

    $50 / night

    7. Lake Gaston Americamps

    6 Reviews
    La Crosse, VA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 636-2668

    "Bath houses were nice and clean but are definitely a decent uphill walk away."

    "Bathrooms were clean but had to drive to them from the tent sites. Luckily they have a set of porta potties closer to the sites for easy use."

    8. Kimball Point Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Boydton, VA
    28 miles
    +1 (252) 438-7791

    $27 - $77 / night

    "We camped lake side at Kimball Point on Kerr Lake. Nice site and views, very quiet great for relaxing fishing and watching the stars at night"

    "The majority of spots are water front or close to it. Many of have easy access to a beach. The lake is very clean, unlike some other lakes in NC, and absolutely beautiful sunrise or sunset."

    9. North Bend Park

    20 Reviews
    Boydton, VA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 738-0059

    $24 - $125 / night

    "Site 206; Loop D Great site in a National Park on a lake with easy shore access from pad. Clean and spacious. Stayed from Sunday thru Tuesday in mid-August."

    "I loved the lakefront location in back of C loop and that it was 2 tiered which made the site very private with a lower level table, fire-ring, and gravel site. Well maintained campground."

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Recent Reviews near Hollister, NC

329 Reviews of 39 Hollister Campgrounds


  • Brian B.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Occoneechee State Park Campground

    Epic Cabin Retreat

    Went there with my family in March over spring break. Can’t say this was exactly camping the way we did it, but the cabin was absolutely amazing. Each cabin is probably on a 2 acre plot of land and most of them have fantastic views of Kerr Reservoir.

    Kitchens are nicely appointed, rooms are nicely decorated, just bring your own sheets and linens and get ready for a fantastic time.

  • Harry B.
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Occoneechee State Park Campground

    Decent Campground Iron Bow

    Decent bathhouse on Iron Bow. Sites are really close together and narrow so doesn’t leave a lot of room between campers. Not terrible but also have had stayed at more spacious state park campsites. 7$ bundles for firewood for sale near the bathhouse. The Visitor center is nice with some good souvenirs for purchase and history section. Plenty of spots for fishing and launching watercraft. No designated swimming areas though. No WiFi. Verizon device at the campground worked okay. Clarksville town is quaint with some shops worth checking.

  • Maria Mercedes M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    B.W. Wells — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    Family Friendly Campground

    B.W. Wells Campground at Falls Lake felt like stepping into a quiet forest hideaway, where the kids could explore trails, spot eagles over the water, and watch butterflies while we enjoyed campfires under the trees. It’s strictly hike-in and tent-only, so we had to pack light and plan carefully, but the trade-off was true peace and space to connect without the noise of RVs or busy roads. With shaded group sites, fire pits, picnic tables, nearby restrooms, and lake access perfect for paddling or fishing, it offered a rustic yet rewarding experience that was still close enough to Wake Forest for a quick meal or supply run when we needed it.

  • Donnelle The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Butner lake WMA

    Be Advised!

    All Campers MUST have a fishers/hunters license. Rangers wrote us a warning ticket for not having our own, but we are headed to Walmart to get one for about $30

  • 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.

  • S
    Aug. 14, 2025

    Hibernia Campground — Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

    One of our favorite places!

    Hibernia, on Kerr lake is a wonderful campground with plenty of easy access to the lake. We chose site 77 because it was in full shade with nice lake views. There's a cove with a sandy beach and clear water just steps away. Our kids enjoyed hours of time swimming and floating on rafts. Super clean restrooms and showers are just 2 minutes from our site.

    Note: Site 77 required 75 feet of hose to reach water nozzle. Website said 35' so glad we were prepared.

  • Gregg P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Holly Point — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

    Working in town

    I really enjoyed this site. While the approach was a bit steep the pad was level. Power and water at site dump station around the corner. Bathrooms and showers were impressively clean. Not full of spiders and cobwebs like most parks. High canopy and dense woods makes the park very quiet and dark at night bring plenty of light.

  • Michelle B.
    May. 17, 2025

    Enfield - Rocky Mount KOA

    A great getaway

    This is a great spot to stop, I knew nothing about it ahead of time I picked it as a midway point between destinations. I stayed in one of the cabins on site and it was simple, but comfortable. There was one bed (either a queen or maybe a full) and a roll-away underneath, table with four chairs, mini refrigerator, Keurig, window AC unit and ceiling fan/light. There was also a porch bench, picnic table and a fire pit.

    I arrived after hours but checking in was a breeze and all paperwork was very clear.

    Bathrooms are dated, but well maintained and clean.

    I have the same cabin booked for my return trip and am really looking forward to coming back!


Guide to Hollister

Campers visiting Hollister, North Carolina find themselves in a region defined by the flat coastal plain topography. Despite Medoc Mountain State Park's name, the actual elevation is modest, rising just 325 feet above sea level where Fishing Creek has carved a valley through the terrain. Most campgrounds near Hollister offer water and electric hookups, though access to sewer connections varies considerably between facilities. The region's sandy soil presents challenges for tent campers requiring heavy-duty stakes.

What to do

Water activities on Kerr Lake: At J.C. Cooper Campground, swimming and paddling opportunities abound with easy lake access. "The site was near the water with very nice lake views right from the tent. Great for swimming, kayaking, SUP, and other water activities," notes one visitor who appreciated the direct water access.

Mountain biking: Trails at Medoc Mountain State Park provide dedicated routes for cyclists. "Nice sites and great for mountain bikers," reports a reviewer who found the park's terrain suitable for recreational riding despite the modest elevation changes.

Fishing: Kerr Lake (Buggs Island Lake) offers productive fishing opportunities. "Kerr Reservoir has the best Bass fishing this side of the Mississippi, and they hold Bass tournaments here on a regular basis. The lake is also one of the best places for Cat Fish in the state," according to a regular visitor at North Bend Park.

Mini-golf and recreation: Family entertainment options exist at several campgrounds. At The RV Resort at Carolina Crossroads, "There's a large pool and a hot tub, as well as a small mini golf course. The mini golf did look a little rundown, but our daughter still really enjoyed it."

What campers like

Private waterfront access: Many sites at Kimball Point Campground offer direct water access. "We camped lake side at Kimball Point on Kerr Lake. Nice site and views, very quiet great for relaxing fishing and watching the stars at night," explains one visitor who appreciated the shoreline setting.

Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness receives consistent praise. "Clean restrooms, hot showers! Camp host and rangers are great!" notes one Medoc Mountain camper, while another adds, "Bathrooms: 5/5 clean & air-conditioning in all of them."

Spacious sites: Campers appreciate adequate distance between neighbors. At North Bend Park, "The lot was level and I didn't feel like I was on top of my neighbors." Similarly, at Medoc Mountain State Park, a group camper noted, "I came here with a large group and really liked it! We were all crammed into the 4 large group sites so I admittedly can't comment on the size of a regular site."

Quiet atmosphere: Several campgrounds maintain peaceful environments. "No cell service! 😀" writes one Medoc Mountain camper who appreciated disconnecting from technology. At Lake Gaston Americamps, campers describe the setting as "nice and relaxing."

What you should know

Water hookup challenges: At multiple campgrounds, water connections require planning. "Need to bring at least 75 feet of water hose, as some sites have long runs from in front of camper," advises one J.C. Cooper visitor. Another camper at Kimball Point noted, "You couldn't quite back in far because of trees and roots, so a longer electric line and water hose is a must."

Site leveling requirements: Be prepared to level your rig at several area campgrounds. At Lake Gaston Americamps, "most sites are 30 amp and are unlevel. Some are a challenge to get your unit level."

Limited supplies: Stock up before arriving. "The nearest grocery store (Food Lion) was about 15 minutes drive from our campground. Firewood was available for purchase at the gate. We didn't notice it at first and it took us quite a bit of driving around to find firewood since Food Lion didn't sell it," reports a J.C. Cooper camper.

Seasonal insect populations: Summer brings increased bug activity. According to a camper at Enfield-Rocky Mount KOA, "Gnats are terrible. Neighboring camp sites sewer hook right next to us."

Tips for camping with families

Sandy beaches for children: Kimball Point Campground provides natural swimming areas. "Kimball Point is the BEST. Huge fresh water lake, large camping spots, large sandy beach, playground for kids, very well groomed," shares an enthusiastic family camper.

First-time camping success: Medoc Mountain works well for novices. "This was my first time hiking with my teen daughter by ourselves, setting up camp, tent, cooking, etc. Picnic table, fire pit w/grill, level gravel tent pad on site, water spigot and trash can right in front of camp site... a wonderfully happy place. My girl rode her bike around the campground and it was perfectly safe."

Group site options: For family reunions or multiple families, certain campgrounds offer dedicated areas. "I came here with a large group and really liked it! We were all crammed into the 4 large group sites... the bath houses were adequate. The staff was helpful. And the trails were nice."

Swimming options: Both lake and pool facilities exist depending on preference. Lake Gaston Americamps features "nice tent sites right on the water. Nice to fish right from your campsite." For families preferring pools, Enfield-Rocky Mount KOA campers note, "The kids loved the pool and playground."

Tips from RVers

Site length considerations: Advance research prevents parking challenges. At Carolina Crossroads, "Despite it saying it was 60 ft, spot was still tight. You can't park on grass so we moved to overflow parking."

Hookup specifications: Electric service varies between parks. A North Bend visitor advised, "Huge amount of waterfront campsites, both primitive no hook-up and water & electric sites." For full hookups, Carolina Crossroads provides "level pull through concrete site with paved road. Good hook ups, clean facilities, nice dog park and clean pool/hot tub."

Off-season benefits: Several campgrounds remain open year-round with varying amenities. "We are new RV travelers and this is our third stop on our way down to Florida. This place is quiet and so easy to get to. The hot tub was awesome after a stressful drive. Laundry area is clean and works great! We came in off season so the pool was closed but still had activities to use (pool table, darts)."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hollister, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hollister, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 39 campgrounds and RV parks near Hollister, NC and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hollister, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hollister, NC is Medoc Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 25 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hollister, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Hollister, NC.