Best Tent Camping near Hope Mills, NC

Tent campsites near Hope Mills, North Carolina are primarily located in surrounding state parks and wilderness areas, offering a mix of established and primitive options. Lumber River State Park provides two key access points for tent camping at Chalk Banks and Princess Ann, both offering elevated tent platforms in pine forest settings. Sandhills Campground B provides more primitive tent camping options in the gamelands about 35 miles northwest of Hope Mills.

Most tent campgrounds in this region feature basic amenities with varying levels of development. Chalk Banks in Lumber River State Park provides potable water from a spigot near the restroom, individual trash cans at each site, and a vault toilet. The tent sites are situated on elevated platforms with dirt frames in wooden railroad ties. According to one visitor, "These campsites are in a beautiful pine woods forest. Many sites have a pretty mossy pathway near the tent platform." Sites at Princess Ann also include individual trash cans and access to restroom facilities, though some sites require a short walk from the parking area.

The tent camping experience in this region offers spacious sites with good separation and natural surroundings. At Chalk Banks, sites are notably large and private, with one camper noting they are "some of the better spread out ones that I've seen." The campground is generally quiet and uncrowded except during holiday weekends, with rangers indicating it rarely fills to capacity. Many sites provide good cell service despite the remote setting. Lumber River access is available for fishing and kayaking, with launch points approximately half a mile from some campgrounds. Black River Camping Ventures offers a more social camping atmosphere with sites closer together, but provides excellent river access with shallow areas suitable for swimming. Primitive tent campers at Sandhills Campground B should be prepared to bring all supplies as there are no amenities, though the area offers access to fishing lakes and trails.

Best Tent Sites Near Hope Mills, North Carolina (7)

    1. Chalk Banks — Lumber River State Park

    10 Reviews
    Wagram, NC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 628-4564

    $17 - $47 / night

    "It was a little tricky finding the entrance to this campsite, but when we managed to Google map our way in into the park, we were very happy with our selection!"

    "There was a path walkable to the river, and each campsite was clean, had plenty of space on level ground to set up camp, a fire pit, and very clean toilet. I would definitely go back!"

    2. Owl Creek Horse Camp - Bankhead NF

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    Mamers, NC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (334) 832-4470

    $5 / night

    3. Sandhills Campground B

    1 Review
    Pinebluff, NC
    33 miles
    +1 (910) 281-3917

    "This is a campground located in the Sandhills Gamelands in NC. If you're looking for primitive, this is it. No bathrooms, no water spigots, no camp store, nothing like that."

    4. Princess Ann — Lumber River State Park

    4 Reviews
    Orrum, NC
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 628-4564

    $17 - $47 / night

    "We used this campground as a stopping point after a trip to Fantasy Lake Water Park.  It's secluded, small, cute, and located right on the Lumber River. "

    "We also had the privelidge of having the park COMPLETELY to ourselves...the ranger confirmed that we were the only campers that night!

    A beautiful site, we only wished that we could stay longer."

    5. San-Lee Park

    3 Reviews
    Sanford, NC
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (919) 776-6221

    $15 / night

    "Contrary to what has been written, I would highly recommend San-Lee Park to anyone looking for a short and easy escape from the nearby Raleigh-Durham area."

    "There are hiking and biking trails as well as kayaking and other water sports on the lake there."

    6. Black River Camping Ventures

    2 Reviews
    Ivanhoe, NC
    48 miles
    +1 (910) 669-2392

    $45 / night

    "This campground is situated right along the Black River in Bladen County NC. Approximately 1 hour from Wilmington, Fayetteville, and Jacksonville."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Hope Mills, NC

168 Reviews of 7 Hope Mills Campgrounds



Guide to Hope Mills

Tent camping near Hope Mills, North Carolina, offers a variety of scenic spots where nature lovers can unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. With well-maintained facilities and access to beautiful waterways, these campgrounds are perfect for a weekend getaway.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • Chalk Banks — Lumber River State Park features spacious, primitive sites with picnic tables, fire pits, and clean restroom facilities, making it a comfortable choice for tent campers.
  • San-Lee Park offers a range of amenities including drinking water, showers, and trash disposal, ensuring a hassle-free camping experience.
  • Black River Camping Ventures provides basic amenities like portable bathrooms and picnic tables, all set in a peaceful, natural environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Hope Mills, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Hope Mills, NC is Chalk Banks — Lumber River State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews.

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