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GuideIron City Campground, Inc.
Great little campground.
Easy access and nice pool as well as little camp store.
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Several good camping options surround Huntersville, North Carolina, with Lake Norman State Park Campground giving campers hiking trails and spots for fishing and kayaking. Morrow Mountain State Park Campground has big sites near hiking trails, though some aren't level, so bring blocks or find a flat spot. Iron City Campground sits in the woods and includes extras like a dog park and laundry facilities. If you want to go further out, both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smoky Mountains are within driving distance. The roads to these campgrounds are in good shape, making them easy to reach. You'll find clean restrooms and showers at these places, which helps when you're camping for multiple days. Keep in mind that your phone might not work well in parts of Morrow Mountain State Park. Before you head out, look up the local rules about campfires and whether you can bring alcohol, as these can change depending on where you camp.
Best Campgrounds near Huntersville (108)
1. Lake Norman State Park Campground
"LNSP is just a 45 minute drive from Charlotte and 1.5 hours from Asheville. The campsites are spacious, and surrounded by woods with plenty of shade to keep the summer heat in check."
"After a beautiful drive through the woods, I arrived at my site. The pad was well maintained and clean. The lake was about 100 yards from my campsite, with a nice trail down to the waters edge."
from $27 - $75 / night
Check Availability2. Camping World Charlotte Motor Speedway
"While that may not sound appealing to some, race fans will love it because it is so close to all the racing action of the Charlotte Motor Speedway."
"Campground is huge & within walking distance of the raceway. Camping world is across the street if you forgot anything! Win!"
3. Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort
"The adjacent amusement park is closed due to Covid but i bet it is a blast to stay here when it is open. Wooded perimeter so you feel you are away from the city."
"The hookups were standard location and heights no issues. Our steps come out to a large level dirt pad, not grass. Lots of trees providing shade which is nice."
4. Elmore RV Park
5. Statesville RV Park I-77
"You will hear the road 24/7 due to proximity of the interstate but its convenient to run chores or pull during your travel. The sites were fairly spacious for this type of place."
"I have seen a complaint about highway noise. Well, when you stay at a campground with close, easy access to the Interstate, you can expect to hear it."
from $50 - $95 / night
Check Availability6. Yates Family Camping
"There aren’t really any extras here but if you’re just looking for reliable water/electrical/sewer and wifi near Charlotte this is a fantastic option."
7. Fieldridge Acres
"Also fairly close to the CLT airport, which is why I took a star away. Noise takes some getting used to."
"It is near the Charlotte airport, so there is noise from planes taking off and landing between 6 AM and 10 PM. Easy in and out. They only accept cash. "
from $30 / night
8. Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park
"When not in the side, a short walk takes you to the Trading Post, a small store selling firewood ($7), ice, souvenirs, and sundries. Next to that is a large playground connected to a pavilion."
"There are lots of trails close to the campground with one around a lake and a stream off of it. Facilities were very well maintained."
9. Cross Country Campground
"Close to a pretty busy road, but The traffic noise doesn't seem bad. Most roads are paved and some are packed gravel."
10. Glenwood Acres RV Park
Drive Time
- 12 min from Charlotte, NC
- 1 hr 1 min from Winston-Salem, NC
- 1 hr 13 min from Greensboro, NC
- 1 hr 17 min from Spartanburg, SC
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Recent Reviews near Huntersville, NC
580 Reviews of 108 Huntersville Campgrounds
Luis L.
ScoutDispersed Camping off Falls Dam Trail
Decent location
The spots are alright but first night got ate up by ants so hadda move and the other spots are good but have no shade and no signal and not mutch to take pictures of so if you wanna have some survival type camping this is a great location.
Nancy W.
LegendCamping World Charlotte Motor Speedway
Gravel parking lot, close to racing events.
This campground is essentially an expansive gravel parking lot made for RVs. While that may not sound appealing to some, race fans will love it because it is so close to all the racing action of the Charlotte Motor Speedway. We camped in the M section which is near the main road. There is a bit of road noise but it didn’t bother us because our RV has good sound protection and the road was quiet at night. We don’t like being right on top of other campers and since most people don’t want to be near the road, this worked in our favor. If you have Good Sam, there is a discount which is a pretty good deal for 50 amps, full hook-up site. Despite our site being close to the office, the wifi never worked well and we gave up opting for our Verizon hotspot. There is no cable but our over-the-air antenna worked well (35+ channels) and you would not have any trouble getting satellite reception. There are no trees for shade and we were glad the highs were only in the 70’s when we were there. The large sized gravel is nice to keep the dust down and not make this nasty when it rains but don’t even think about going barefoot on it. Even our dog was apprehensive and tender footed when she walked across it. There is not much for kids to do here– just a small playground. The laundry is located at the office but the only bathhouse is far away from the front of the campground. If you need the bathhouse you are going to want to be in the P, Q, or R sections of else you will have to walk pretty far. Garbage is picked up at your site but when we were there, it often sat for a day or two. The campground was probably only at ¼ capacity and the one dumpster was overflowing. Can’t imagine what they do during busy racing weekends. There is a free food pantry so if you have any canned goods or other items you want to share. For race fans, this is a great campground because you are within walking distance of the Carolina Motor Speedway and the associated dirt track and drag racing track. For $30 you can take a tour of all the race facilities and I highly recommend it.
- SStacey T.Scout
Allison Creek Park
Nice Campground
We stayed here because of the proximity to Charlotte. Big rig friendly and FHU. Only wish they had a swimming area!
- EEmma S.
TravelerMorrow Mountain State Park Campground
Great scenery and bathhouse
I don’t have any complaints about this campground! Sites are nice and feel like you aren’t close to anyone else. Very pretty area, quiet. Newest bathhouse I have ever seen at a state park! Awesome showers.
- KKalee M.Scout
Thousand Trails Forest Lake
Decent
Is a very basic campground they are having allot of plumbing issues. no activities for the kids no hot tub, store, restaurant or music on weekends anymore
- jjamie R.Traveler
Badin Lake Campground
Badlin lake capm
Very nice Good flat spots Quiet Showers Beautiful views Lots of squirrels Love it
Camp With MeLegendDeep Water Trailt Horse Camp
Great Dispersed Camping Area
I was able to map out 41 free dispersed campsites on Moccasin Creek Road; Forest Service Road 576. It is a 7.5 mile drive to the end at what is referred to as Deep Water Trail Camp. But you'll only need to go about a mile before you find the first campsite on the left. Many of the sites are able to accommodate large groups of campers. This area is popular for the Off Highway Vehicle trail systems which are open April through December. We first came here on opening weekend for the OHV trails so it was pretty busy and the weather was dry so it was really dusty. We also come back at the end of December and camped near the Deep Water Trail Camp. This time instead of nearly every site being occupied, only 5 other sites had people for that weekend. It is a amazing area to visit if you are into OHV(Off Highway Vehicle) trail riding, mountain biking or hiking. It gets pretty busy sometimes and a few sites had trash but all in all a large majority of the sites were well kept. I would definitely recommend this area for dispersed camping. There are a few sites that you need a truck to get into but for the most part all of them are accessible by car. A couple of them are walk in sites.
All sites are shown and GPS coordinates listed in our video description.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1dJ268F1uw
- Camp With MeLegend
Deep Water Trail Camp
Amazing number of Free Dispersed Campsites
We have been down here a few times and camped in a different site each time. It is a amazing area to visit if you are into OHV(Off Highway Vehicle) trail riding, mountain biking or hiking. It gets pretty busy sometimes and a few sites had trash but all in all a large majority of the sites were well kept. I would definitely recommend this area for dispersed camping. There are a few sites that you need a truck to get into but for the most part all of them are accessible by car. A couple of them are walk in sites.
I was able to map 41 sites on Moccasin Creek Road. All sites are shown in our video and GPS coordinates listed in the description.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1dJ268F1uw
Guide to Huntersville
Camping options around Huntersville, North Carolina range from lakeside sites to mountain retreats. The region sits at approximately 800 feet elevation with hot, humid summers and mild winters, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons. Most campgrounds in the area stay open year-round with peak season running May through September.
What to do
Fishing and paddling: Lake Norman State Park Campground offers multiple access points for fishing and kayaking around its 520-acre shoreline. "We fished, rode bikes, hiked and saw plenty of wildlife. Not too close to the neighbors, and the camp host were nice," shares Caleb S. about their Lake Norman State Park Campground experience.
Hiking trails: Trails range from easy to moderate difficulty with lengths from 0.8 to 5 miles. "Nice, moderate hiking trails. Swimming and kayaking. You'll probably see deer but have never seen a bear," notes Fletcher S. about the trails at Lake Norman State Park.
Swimming beaches: Seasonal swimming areas operate from April through October at several parks. At McDowell Nature Preserve, "This campground is just minutes from Charlotte, but secluded from the city noise. Nice open spaces with shade. No views to speak of but several short trails and nice areas around Lake Wylie," explains Nora C.
What campers like
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Campers consistently mention the cleanliness of bathrooms and shower facilities. "I have camped all across the US and this was the nicest and cleanest campground I have ever been in. Fantastic experience. I highly highly recommend!" reports Andrew G. about his stay at Lake Norman State Park.
Family-friendly atmosphere: Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort offers activities beyond just camping. "We had a blast; even with younger kids. RV sites and cabins, friendly staff, free shuttle to the amusement park, great community center, and more," says Joe G.
Wildlife viewing: Many sites offer opportunities to spot local wildlife. "Plenty of shade and plenty to do. We fished, rode bikes, hiked and saw plenty of wildlife," notes Caleb S. about Lake Norman State Park Campground.
What you should know
Campsite size and privacy: Some campgrounds have close quarters. At McDowell Nature Preserve, "there aren't many sites for RVs and some are not level - hard to get trailer level even with max leveling blocks," warns Kathy L.
Weather considerations: Summer temperatures regularly reach 90°F with high humidity. Spring brings occasional thunderstorms. "It stormed the second night we were there and we tried to make the best of the situation without having to pack up and just go home," shares Michelle L. about their experience at McDowell.
Reservation requirements: Kings Mountain State Park sites fill quickly during peak season. "We stayed in May for a weekend. It was full of people and kids. There were great trails for you and your pup's to go hiking on. The camp itself was clean and well maintained," notes Rachel R.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Most campgrounds with swimming areas charge small daily fees ($5-7) for access. "The beach is nice but gets very busy during the summer months. Lots of hiking trails, with lots of people using the grills etc.," mentions I.R. about Lake Norman.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature playgrounds and recreation areas. At Cross Country Campground, "They have plenty of activities for the entire family from basketball, volleyball, shuffle board, putt putt, a fishing pond, and a pool. Everyone at the campground is friendly," reports Josh Q.
Kid-friendly sites: Request sites close to bathhouses when traveling with children. "Friendly host, close to lake and well shaded, clean bathrooms, large enough tent sites, great for families," recommends S.H. S. about Lake Norman State Park.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Bring extra leveling blocks for uneven sites. "Many camping sites are very much in need of leveling. Sites slope from left to right, front to back, and some slope in both ways," warns Richard E. about his experience at Kings Mountain.
Site size considerations: Choose sites carefully if you have a larger rig. "The road into the campground is narrow, hilly and windy. We were able to do it in our 32 foot class A, but luckily no one was coming the other direction," cautions Karen S. about Kings Mountain State Park.
Full hookup availability: Call ahead to confirm hookup types as not all campgrounds offer sewer connections. "Most roads are paved and some are packed gravel," notes Jenny C. about Cross Country Campground's infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Huntersville, NC?
What camping is available near Huntersville, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, Huntersville, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 108 campgrounds and RV parks near Huntersville, NC and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Huntersville, NC?
Which is the most popular campground near Huntersville, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Huntersville, NC is Lake Norman State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 35 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Huntersville, NC?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Huntersville, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Huntersville, NC.
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