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Best Campgrounds near Boiling Springs, NC

955 Reviews

Campgrounds near Boiling Springs, North Carolina provide a mix of established facilities throughout western North Carolina and northern South Carolina. Iron City Campground in Blacksburg stands approximately 25 miles south of Boiling Springs, offering family-friendly amenities including full hookups and a swimming pool. The region supports various accommodation types from tent camping to RV sites with both water and electric connections, as well as cabin options at properties like Broad River Campground and Foothills Family Campground. Most established sites feature picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water, with many campgrounds maintaining year-round operations.

Road conditions remain accessible for most vehicles, though some campgrounds like South Mountains State Park require navigation through more remote terrain. Many sites in the area maintain reservable spaces with hookups for RVs, while others offer more primitive options. A recent visitor noted, "There's miles of winding golf cart trails in the woods. Beautiful pool. Great friendly owners." Summer temperatures typically range from warm days to cooler evenings, especially at higher elevations in locations like South Mountains State Park and Crowders Mountain State Park. Advance reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods when regional campgrounds regularly reach capacity.

The camping experience throughout the Boiling Springs region varies from family-oriented developments to more secluded nature settings. Several campgrounds feature water recreation opportunities, including John H. Moss Lake Campground with boat access. Reviews consistently highlight the well-maintained facilities and family-friendly atmosphere at multiple locations. According to camper feedback, "This park is new and clean. We will be regulars." Many campgrounds offer seasonal activities, particularly during summer months when swimming pools operate and organized weekend events occur. Sites near Kings Mountain State Park provide hiking trail access while maintaining proximity to essential services. Fall leaf-viewing season brings increased visitation, with one review mentioning, "The colors and views of these sights were amazing. We were probably full peak for leaf change season."

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Best Camping Sites Near Boiling Springs, North Carolina (184)

    1. Iron City Campground, Inc.

    25 Reviews
    Blacksburg, SC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 491-2874

    $40 - $45 / night

    "ICC is a nice place just over the NC border on I85 in SC. Very close to Charlotte and Greenville areas. Lots of southern pines provided shade."

    "Our site was very level and tucked back in the corner of the campground. If we are ever in the area again we would definitely stay here again."

    2. Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park

    46 Reviews
    Kings Mountain, NC
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (803) 222-3209

    $13 - $31 / night

    "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."

    3. Spacious Skies Peach Haven

    11 Reviews
    Gaffney, SC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 489-2022

    $29 - $999 / night

    "Overall, this is a very nice, clean park conveniently located to the interstate I-85) and attractions in the area."

    "There are fun and funky places to visit nearby. The spring wildflowers are starting to bloom and I remember the scent of honeysuckle everywhere. A great blue heron hangs out at the fishing ponds."

    4. South Mountains State Park Family Campground

    26 Reviews
    Casar, NC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 433-4772

    $27 - $32 / night

    "The family campground is a short distance further inside the park on the left side(approx 2 miles) marked by a small brown sign...and is situated at 1400 ft elevation. "

    "This campground is one way and exits into a trailhead parking area. There was one site that was in the parking area, would not be my first choice. Shaded sites with picnic tables and fire rings."

    5. Foothills Family Campground

    5 Reviews
    Chesnee, SC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 245-4064

    "Following highways signs looking for this campground I didn’t know what to expect. I was hoping for a tent site but wasn’t sure what I would find."

    6. John H. Moss Lake Campground

    4 Reviews
    Shelby, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 482-7926

    $35 / night

    "The lake has great fishing."

    7. Primitive Camping By the Creek

    4 Reviews
    Grover, NC
    12 miles
    +1 (864) 761-6297

    $30 / night

    "This place was close to the interstate but still very secluded. Plenty of firewood and next to a creek. I highly recommend."

    "There are log seats around a nice campfire with a picnic table. Lots of room for multiple tents. The shed also has lots of tools such as an axe and rake."

    8. Broad River Campground

    1 Review
    Boiling Springs, NC
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 338-9598

    $45 - $299 / night

    "Lots of beautiful trails to walk or bike and the broad river is about a ten minute walk from the clubhouse. We had a wonderful stay and will certainly return."

    9. Crowders Mountain State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Bessemer City, NC
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 853-5429

    $17 - $47 / night

    "The part of the park that is best to go to is the Sparrow Springs access, some folks may not be aware that there are actually several entrances to the park, and the main entrance with trails to the Crowder"

    "The trails are strenuous but views are amazing! Its definitely worth it and right outside town, not far out."

    10. Breezy’s Lake & RV Park

    1 Review
    Forest City, NC
    8 miles
    +1 (828) 772-5704

    $50 - $600 / night

    "Breezy's Lake has great fishing access with Electric & Water hookups, even an onsite dump station for longer stays.  Check it out and share a review on the Dyrt!"

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955 Reviews of 184 Boiling Springs Campgrounds

  • Tyler I.
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Orchard Lake Campground

    Always Welcoming

    Owners are great and very helpful, sites are always clean and welcoming!

  • C
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Steele Creek Park & Campground

    Extra fees

    Sooo...went to book online. Selected my site and started the payment process. I was greeted by a pop-up stating that if I want to lock in my site, I'd have to pay an additional $20 fee.

    Okay, let me get this straight: I reserve a specific site for specific reasons, then the campground tells me they have the right to move me to a site of their choosing unless I pay them an additional $20?

    No thanks. Just lost my business. I'm sure it's a nice place, but really?

  • C
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Crown Cove RV Park

    Unfriendly and Poorly Maintained

    This is a very strange place. The vibe is way off. I stayed for 2 weeks and that was 2 weeks too long. The staff are not friendly or helpful. And they use THE RULES as a means to justify their behavior. They will literally yell at you. I have no idea who these people think they are. Don’t waste your hard earned money with people like this. Day One: Huge ant infestation. Spent the next several days exterminating. Not fun. Much of the sites are not well kept. Way out of level. I had requested an open sky for my Starlink connection. It seems like they gave me the only spot with tree cover. There are dozens of other vacant spots with an open view. Weird but okay… They will not accept packages. So, don’t bother ordering anything unless you can pickup at a nearby locker. This is crazy! One day a distraught camper with tears running down her face approached me while I was outside my rig. Turns out her dog died and she needed help moving the body. Maintenance told her they couldn’t help because of THE RULES. I, of course, helped her move the body to her car. This just seems inhuman.

  • K
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Starlight Hills Campground

    Mudpit

    If it’s going to rain while you’re here, I suggest finding another campground. I don’t mind dealing dirt while I camp but at this point, it’s a mud pit and all of my gear is covered in mud. My gear cleanup is going to take 10x longer than it usually does! And be sure to treat your tent with permethrin or be prepared to have daddy long legs take over. I’ve been camping all my life and I’ve dealt with a few of them in between the roof of my tent and the rain fly….no big deal. But on my first night, there was at least 50 in there! I couldn’t leave my tent without having them crawl all over me and trying to get into the tent. It was like fighting a losing battle because there were so many and they just swarm you. Couldn’t even sit my feet still by the fire without having them crawl over my feet or up my chair. I know we’re just in the woods but it’s definitely not worth the money per night. All of the other campgrounds that I’ve payed this much for are on pea gravel with nice drainage or on grass….with nice amenities…or at least actual bathrooms, not porta potties. The camp host never came by my site like the messages that I received stated. Granted, he said to call if I needed anything and that they’re on property, but I never met anyone and when I would call, I got “hello” that’s it. Not “hello, this is ___” or “starlight hills campground, how can I help you”. Very impersonal. Will not be back.

  • K
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA

    Rundown

    This is ok is your passing though but it’s rundown.
    Older. Clean! But really needs to be updated!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Old NC 105 Dispersed

    Amazing views and Free camping

    This place is amazing, Free and clean campsites.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Upper Creek, Pisgah National Forest NC

    Good spot!

    Spent two nights here at a site right next to the creek, which was awesome listening to the running water as you fall asleep. Easy to get to, just a forest service road. A 4x4 makes it easy but there were minivans and junkyard beaters driving by. There are multiple sites along the service road and not too close to each other.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Old NC 105 - Dispersed Camping

    Great spot!

    This is a great spot along a mountain ridge. The dirt road goes for about 13 miles. Would recommend a 4x4, but I’ve seen all kinds of vehicles travel the entire road from minivans to Honda accords. There are plenty of spots to choose from. Some have great views of the valley and table top mountain and others are just nooks in the woods. The sites are pretty spread out but there are a few within shouting distance (which could be annoying if the site next to you decides to bring a battery powered Sawzall to cut firewood at 2am). Some sites are right off of the road which could get annoying from all the traffic of people going to the hiking trails nearby. And there are spots tucked away a bit off of the road where you really don’t notice trucks and cars driving by. Awesome place for a weekend getaway! Definitely going to visit again.

    P.S. only 4 stars because there are only about 3-5 sites with a great view!

  • Robert B.
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    FR472 & Black Mountain Campground Closed

    FR 472 is closed at the Golf Course and there are hefty fines if you are caught walking beyond the gate.  Black Mountain Campground was destroyed by flooding caused by Hurricane Helene.  The bridge across the S. Toe River was broken and washed out.  The water system is also destroyed as well as the road network in the campground.  There have been no announcements by the Forest Service about plans to repair the facility and, after a year, my guess is that there never will be.

Guide to Boiling Springs

Camping near Boiling Springs, North Carolina offers a mix of primitive sites and upgraded facilities within driving distance of the town. The area sits at the edge of the Piedmont and Blue Ridge Mountain regions, with elevations ranging from 800 to 3,000 feet across various sites. Most campgrounds maintain accessibility year-round with winter temperatures rarely dropping below freezing for extended periods.

What to do

Fishing access: 5-minute walk from Broad River Campground to the water. "The broad river is about a ten minute walk from the clubhouse," notes a camper who enjoyed the river proximity during leaf season.

Mountain hiking: Moderate to strenuous trails at Crowders Mountain State Park with pit toilets at the campground. "There is a hike to the campsite from the parking lot so we definitely got our workout in bringing our gear in," mentions a visitor who appreciated the variety of trails despite the crowds.

Primitive creekside camping: Secluded setting at Primitive Camping By the Creek with basic amenities. A recent camper notes, "The creek is right beside the camp. Nice and secluded. Firewood was provided. The owner was super nice, even gave me a call when I was there to see how it was going."

What campers like

Clean bathroom facilities: South Mountains State Park Family Campground receives consistent praise for well-maintained amenities. "Cleanest bathrooms I have ever seen!" reports one camper who stayed at site 6 along the river, highlighting how this elevated their camping experience.

Private, well-maintained sites: Multiple campers mention the sense of seclusion at campgrounds like Foothills Family Campground. A reviewer shared their experience: "Beautiful quiet peaceful," capturing the simplicity and appeal of the camping atmosphere.

Varied accommodation options: From primitive tent sites to cabins and RV hookups, the region supports diverse camping styles. According to a visitor at Spacious Skies Peach Haven, "We stayed in the new section. I can't speak on other parts of the park but the new section has what looks like 90 foot sites. Motorhome fit on cement pad that had asphalt ramps."

What you should know

No cell service at some parks: South Mountains State Park completely lacks connectivity. A camper noted, "Very quiet with NO cell service which is a big draw for us. Far from a town, so don't forget anything."

Site leveling challenges: Several parks have uneven terrain. At Kings Mountain State Park, a visitor reported, "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."

Gate closure times: Several parks lock entrance gates at night for security. At South Mountains State Park, "Gates to the park are locked up at 9pm so there's no getting in or out late at night."

Tips for camping with families

Pool facilities: Multiple campgrounds offer swimming options during warm months. At Iron City Campground, a family noted, "Small Family owned campground. Perfect for a small family getaway for a long weekend. We loved coming here on our long breaks and just escaping from reality and swimming in the beautiful pool!"

Weekend activities: Several campgrounds coordinate events for families. A visitor at John H. Moss Lake Campground shared, "We were only here for 2 nights but we were very happy. Quiet, clean, and well taken care of grounds." The campground offers both lake access and basic amenities for $20 per night.

Kid-friendly trails: Look for campgrounds with easier hiking options. At Crowders Mountain, a camper advised, "The hike to the top was a little strenuous for smaller kids," suggesting families check trail ratings before committing to longer hikes.

Tips from RVers

Access road considerations: Narrow, winding roads challenge larger rigs at some parks. A visitor to Kings Mountain noted, "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."

Utility placement: Water and electric hookup locations vary widely between parks. An RVer observed, "The electric and water are in odd spots on each site. Luckily we were on one of the rare fairly level sites."

Early check-in fees: Some parks charge extra for arriving before official check-in times. A reviewer at Spacious Skies Peach Haven mentioned, "Heads up there's a hefty fee for early check in. They make this very clear so there are no surprises if you show up early."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Boiling Springs, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Boiling Springs, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 184 campgrounds and RV parks near Boiling Springs, NC and 9 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Boiling Springs, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Boiling Springs, NC is Iron City Campground, Inc. with a 4.6-star rating from 25 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Boiling Springs, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Boiling Springs, NC.

What parks are near Boiling Springs, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near Boiling Springs, NC that allow camping, notably Pisgah National Forest and National Forests in North Carolina.

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