Kannapolis camping options extend beyond the immediate city, with accessible sites throughout the surrounding Piedmont region. Most campgrounds in this area sit at elevations between 650-900 feet, creating moderate terrain for camping setups. Summer temperatures typically range from 75°F to 90°F, while spring and fall offer milder camping conditions with temperatures between 55°F and 75°F.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Myers RV Resort features a well-stocked lake where campers can catch various fish species. "Many activities offered for family with 2 large pools etc," notes one camper at Lake Myers RV Resort.
Mini golf and games: Carolina Rose Campground (formerly Cobble Hill) provides family recreation options including mini golf. "Such a great little campground, nice wooded sites, lake, playground, pool and bonefires and djs on holidays. trails and fresh eggs in camp store from chickens on site," shares a visitor.
Hiking and nature trails: Ivory Clay Farm offers secluded spots with nature viewing. "This is a great relaxing get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life! As the owners, we love relaxing & enjoying the bonfires, sunsets, wildlife & star gazing," states an Ivory Clay Farm review.
What campers like
Accessibility to cities: RV campgrounds near Kannapolis, North Carolina provide convenient access to urban areas. "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," notes one camper about Lake Myers, despite appreciating that "Mocksville. There are a lot of cute restaurants near by."
Pool facilities: Multiple swimming options appeal to summer campers at Thousand Trails Forest Lake. "This campground has so many sites and they are well laid out and spacious. They have 30 amp and 50 amp sites to suit your needs. There is a nice restaurant to eat at, a small convenience store, arcade games, 3 pools and a ton of activities."
Farm animals: Carolina Rose Campground offers unique farm animal interactions. "Goats and a horse also live here," mentions a reviewer, while another appreciates getting "fresh eggs from the check-in store each morning... And I mean... Fresh Eggs."
What you should know
Site conditions: Many RV campgrounds near Kannapolis feature uneven terrain requiring leveling equipment. "Site was not even close to level. Recent blacktop not properly compressed. Had to use Anderson leveling buckets only on front of motorhome to level," reports a visitor to Statesville RV Park I-77.
Highway noise: Campgrounds with interstate access often experience traffic noise. "My only issue was the highway was close and the noise did make it hard to sleep," notes another Statesville RV Park visitor.
Reservation policies: Some campgrounds have strict policies about check-in times. "There is no late check in, and we were not warned of that at all, so when we got in at 10pm no key was left for us to get into our cabin. We had to spend the night in my dad's RV on one of the foldouts."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Seek campgrounds with structured events for different age groups. "The campground hosts, Tom and Jan were absolutely amazing! Everyone is very friendly and helpful. 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," shares a visitor to Thousand Trails Forest Lake.
Age-appropriate facilities: Consider the age of your children when selecting a campground. "We took our three boys (all under 5) for the weekend. There was not much at all for them to do other than play in the pool, which was a tad bit dirty. BUT there were storms that weekend so I don't think that was their fault. There is a play ground and game room for older kids but nothing for the smaller children to do," notes a Lake Myers RV Resort visitor.
Space considerations: Look for campgrounds with adequate site spacing. "The camping sites are close together, but, that seems standard in these types of campgrounds," mentions a Forest Lake reviewer.
Tips from RVers
Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds present difficulties for larger vehicles. "We stayed here with family and reserved a cabin. Our two family members reserved two RV sites... I do not really recommend the RV sites, I didn't like the way they had the waste lines set up, and I kept smelling raw sewage," reports a Carolina Rose Campground visitor.
Connectivity options: RVers requiring internet should note varying connectivity at different sites. "Starlink was great for connectivity in most sites. Some sites are shaded around the edges and would be tough for starlink," explains a Statesville visitor.
Seasonal operation: Several RV parks in the Kannapolis area operate seasonally with reduced services in winter. "This KOA is RIGHT off of the interstate. If you are in midtravel and need a place to overnight this is a nice KOA for that," suggests a visitor seeking year-round options.
