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High Rock Lake Marina and Campground near Lexington features lakeside cabins with full hookups and electrical service. Sites include picnic tables, grills, and private water access for cabin guests seeking a waterfront experience. Some cabins provide views of the lake, while others are nestled among trees for shade and privacy. "The most relaxing campground I have ever been to. The staff is excellent. Easy access to the lake. They have a picnic table and a swing set up at the lake so you view it," noted a visitor on The Dyrt. Thousand Trails Forest Lake in Advance offers cabin rentals with varying levels of amenities, including options for families with children wanting to enjoy onsite recreation facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. At Dan Nicholas Park, cabin accommodations range from basic structures to those with more modern conveniences. Most cabin rentals require advance booking, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by campground, with some properties like Thousand Trails Forest Lake permitting pets in designated cabins. A camper who stayed in a cabin at Forest Lake wrote, "We stayed with family and reserved a cabin. The cabins were wonderful and I would highly recommend them," though they noted check-in time restrictions can be strict.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties – some offer basic cooking equipment while others provide only outdoor fire rings for meal preparation. Thousand Trails Forest Lake maintains a small camp store with basic provisions and snacks, while Salem Breeze RV Park cabins offer limited onsite supplies. Nearby grocery stores in Lexington and Winston-Salem provide additional options for cabin campers planning extended stays. Cabins at Cobble Hill RV Campground and Midway Campground Resort typically include electrical outlets and climate control features, making them suitable for year-round use.

Best Cabin Sites Near Lexington, North Carolina (27)

    1. Thousand Trails Forest Lake

    16 Reviews
    Lexington, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "People and pet friendly. Adult and under 18 pools open seasonably. Gated and campers are given individual codes to get in after hours."

    "Game room, store and grill. Spacious and level sites. Hiking trails and lake with small beach for swimming and fishing. Pet + horse friendly. Neatly kept. Kind and helpful host."

    2. Dan Nicholas Park

    20 Reviews
    Southmont, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 216-7803

    "Site next to one of the lake access trails. Spacious site. We were able to get our 37 ft camper level. Shaded so the a/c s were able to keep up with the heat no issue."

    "They have a mini train ride, sprinkler playground, a big regular playground, carousel, panning for gems, paddle boats, nature center, and shelters and picnic areas."

    3. Cobble Hill RV Campground (Formerly) Carolina Rose

    11 Reviews
    Cooleemee, NC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 431-6383

    "We stayed here while visiting friends who lived in the Salisbury area and stayed in Cabin 1. The cabins are REALLY nice, I was very impressed."

    "We did some awesome hikes nearby, and also did some biking. The trails were great, as was the weather. NC is such a great state, and I honestly didnt know how much it had to offer outdoors."

    4. High Rock Lake Marina and Campground

    4 Reviews
    Southmont, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 798-1196

    $25 / night

    "Easy access to the lake. They have a picnic table and a swing set up at the lake so you view it. Some folks reviewed the campground and complained about the roads in and hair pin curves."

    "This place is nestled into a quiet point on a small cove of the lake. Easy access from I-85 but no so close that you hear noise and experience traffic. Excellent amenities and friendly service."

    5. Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    37 Reviews
    Badin, NC
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 982-4402

    $17 - $95 / night

    "C loop, felt like the smallest loop and really close to the entry hiking trail. We've stayed in both A and C. C loop, site 48, is where we stayed this trip. Its a good site."

    "Electric and water hookups at our site, dump station available on the way out, camp host available. Picnic tables, fire pit available at our site."

    6. Lake Myers RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    Mocksville, NC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Definitely not the campground to book if you are looking to enjoy the surroundings/scenery as things are very packed in. Close enough to Winston-Salem to do day trips though."

    "There is a play ground and game room for older kids but nothing for the smaller children to do. If it was just adults going, or even older children maybe 7 and up it would be a great location."

    7. Salem Breeze RV Park

    1 Review
    Welcome, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 972-3200

    $40 - $45 / night

    8. Midway Campground Resort

    10 Reviews
    Mocksville, NC
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 546-7615

    "We played mini golf, had a view of the lake, and enjoyed a great campfire on our little porch they provided. We truly had so much fun even though we only stayed one night! Can’t wait to come back."

    "This is wooded campground a short distance off of I-40. Beautiful pool with bounce house and playground. Concrete pads. Quiet at night. Great for relaxation."

    9. Hanging Rock State Park Campground

    53 Reviews
    Danbury, NC
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (336) 593-8480

    $27 - $98 / night

    "Only a short 45 minute drive will get you to this spot for a quick day trip or a few nights. Super pet friendly and well maintained campground."

    "While a student at Wake, I hiked the trails frequently.   So, I know the park pretty well.  The SP is in a great location, especially if you are in Central NC. "

    10. Lake Norman State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Troutman, NC
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (704) 528-6350

    $27 - $75 / night

    "We stayed in the new glamping cabin #2. Very clean, comfortable bed, nice AC, lovely porch to relax on. All cabins are in walking distance to the bathrooms and showers."

    "It was very shaded and surrounded by woods. The tent pad was super spacious and made of gravel. There was also a picnic bench, fire pit, and a lantern pole."

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  • Steven N.
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Deep River Campground And RV Park

    Clean,affordable, and friendly staff

    Took a weekend trip to Deep River Campground in Asheboro, NC. Very well kept, level spots, pet friendly, big rig friendly with pull through and back-in sites available. Full hook-ups (50 & 30 amp). Fire pit and picnic tables at each site. About $40 a night, no deposit required. With weekly and monthly rates as well. 2 pools (currently closed due to covid), game room, store, and private pond. Located minutes away from multiple trail heads. We were on lot 20, which is a double space designed for a larger rig, very private with lots of shade.

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  • Julie L.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 1, 2021

    Statesville RV Park I-77

    Right off of Interstate

    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. The camping cabins are cozy, we stayed in a single which has 1 dbl bed and twin sized bunk bed. Staff was very friendly. I wouldn't consider this a camping destination.

  • chrissy D.
    May. 23, 2022

    Lake Norman State Park Campground

    Fantastic quiet get away

    We stayed in the new glamping cabin #2. Very clean, comfortable bed, nice AC, lovely porch to relax on. All cabins are in walking distance to the bathrooms and showers. Those as well were pretty clean for a camp ground, I was pleasantly surprised. The path to the bathrooms light up at night so you can find your way very easy in the dark. Camp ground itself was very clean and I often saw the staff working on cleaning it and interacting with the campers. The designated swimming area was like a piece of heaven. Small not to overly packed, very clean beach. We plan on coming pack to do tent camping with our dog, fantastic family or romantic couple retreat.

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2017

    Hanging Rock State Park Campground

    Beautiful Waterfalls!

    Another great getaway from the suburb hustle and bustle of Greensboro. Only a short 45 minute drive will get you to this spot for a quick day trip or a few nights. Super pet friendly and well maintained campground. The campground bathrooms/facilities close in December and re-opens mid March. There are pit toilets available during the off-season. Amenities include picnic tables, grills and tent pads. There are showers, flush toilets and large utility sinks for dish washing and other non-hygiene related tasks.

    The hiking here is top-notch especially in the fall as the leaves turn all sorts of amazing colors. There are several waterfalls with nice swimming pools (for you or your pups). Take a few days to explore this spot!

  • Jeff B.
    Jun. 1, 2019

    Hanging Rock State Park Campground

    Great for Scout Troops

    Two weeks ago, my Scout troop (Troop 2 out of High Point)  used campsite 3 in the group area.  It was perfect for us.  We've stayed at several others before as well.  While a student at Wake, I hiked the trails frequently.   So, I know the park pretty well. 

    The SP is in a great location, especially if you are in Central NC.  There is easy access, and good roads for a decent driver.  The roads are marked well.  

    The park is also close to a good canoe/kayak rental outfitter called The Dan River Company.   (If you want a craft beer after your trek, they have a small tavern there.)

    The campsites in the group areas were good and clean.  There were picnic tables and fire rings.  Our site actually had 3 fire rings with benches and 4 picnic tables.   These are rustic, which is fine for me.  If you are looking for showers and gravel tent pads, don't stay there.   Frankly, I'd just as soon as camp on concrete as a gravel tent pad.  There is also a mowed field next to the group campsites to play in or just chill and watch the stars. Oh, and the ranger basically encouraged us to hike and roam the park at night.  I don't think I've ever had a ranger ask if I planned to drive around a park at night. 

    The trails to the top are made for hikers and people who walk.  You will not get up to either summit by driving or riding anything.  The trails aren't that tough, but are going to test you if you do not get out much.   I prefer the view from Moore's Knob.

  • Jennifer R.
    Sep. 22, 2019

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Good

    So, if you end up in a crap site you might drop those 4 stars to 3. Its going to be impossible to determine a great site from a bad without going there since the only pic they have online is from site 1. B loop, has a lot of RVs. A loop, has the amphitheater. C loop, felt like the smallest loop and really close to the entry hiking trail. We've stayed in both A and C. C loop, site 48, is where we stayed this trip. Its a good site. Close to the showers, which are clean and well maintained. Close to the trash bins and water spicket as well. Behind the site is a great little "valley" to explore if you have kids/dogs. Has awesome trees for hammocks and the tent pad doesnt slope. Did not love the fire pit at this site but the sites to the left and right are great. Overall, tons of sites and good clean facilities. The trails are plentiful so you shouldnt run out of places to explore.

  • Cassandra C.
    Sep. 14, 2020

    Hanging Rock State Park Campground

    Well spaced sites

    I stayed at site #003 in the Family Campground at Hanging Rock State Park. This was a nice site with a decent amount of privacy thanks to the slight hill that backs the site. Each site has a sand pad for the tent, a concrete fire ring, and a picnic table - and each section is defined by railroad ties. There really isn't an option to put a tent up anywhere outside of the pad on this site. Water is located right next to the site, and the bathroom is right up the hill behind the site. The bathroom has flush toilets and showers, but the showers aren't very inviting. The sites are pretty spaced out, and you don't feel like you are too close to your neighbor. Overall, my stay was nice, but I definitely prefer a more primitive campground.

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2019

    Hanging Rock State Park Campground

    This is a great state park for hiking, seeing waterfalls, and for views!

    There are a lot of reasons to love Hanging Rock State Park. That’s why it is probably my favorite state park in North Carolina.  However, I am torn between giving it two stars and giving it five stars.  In general, I would give the park five stars, but for the camping facilities, I would rate it two stars.  There is so much to do without having to leave the state park.  First, let’s look at the park itself, and close to the end I will discuss the campground.

    To get to the park, you drive through beautiful rolling hills. The park has a modern visitor center with a nature center and friendly rangers.  There are lots of trails to explore, but they are not just trails to nowhere.  There are five waterfalls to see, a climbing access area, Cook’s Wall, and much more.  Moore’s Wall Loop Trail is a 4.3 mile strenuous hike, and it begins by walking by the lake.  There is a platform about halfway through the hike in which you can see the skylines of Greensboro and Winston-Salem.  My favorite trail is the Hanging Rock Trail, which is listed as moderate.  Parts of it are moderate, very short stretches are easy, and much of it is strenuous.  The last part of the Hanging Rock Trail is the most difficult, but the view at the end is worth the hike because it is spectacular.  From the hanging rock (I should say rocks since there are more than one), you can see for many miles across several counties.  The shortest hike to see a waterfall is relatively easy and is only three-tenths of a mile one way.  The lake has a swimming beach with mountains in the background, and there are also rowboats and canoes for rent.  According to what I understand from their website, canoe rentals and concession stands at the lake are open weekends only in the spring and fall (10am - 5:30pm).   I was hoping to take my kayaks next time, but unfortunately, private boats are not allowed.  Two large picnic shelters are also close to the lake. 

    Here is why I would give it two stars.  The camping sites are shaded and spacious with picnic tables, lantern poles, and fire rings, but the bathroom facility is outdated (built in the 1960s).  Even though it has hot water, it is NOT handicap accessible, and the shower doors are narrow.  If you are not a skinny person, you might have trouble squeezing through the shower doors.  There are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups; however, there is access to water by way of frostproof hydrants. The campground hosts were very helpful and answered my questions.  You can also purchase bundles of firewood since taking your own firewood into the park is frowned upon.  If you are like me, however, and camp to experience the outdoors, you will not want to stay at your campsite very long.  There are just too many things to explore at this state park.  If you are going and want to truly experience the park, plan to camp at least three nights.  One day you can explore Upper Cascades falls and the hanging rock.  On another day, you can hike the Moore’s Wall trail and cool off in the lake.  On another day, see a couple more waterfalls or hike the Reuben Mountain Trail.

    There is also a group camping area.  I took the Boy Scouts there once, so I decided to visit this time to see if it was still the same.  They have added bathrooms and more well-defined tent sites—quite an improvement since the last time.

  • Ann M.
    May. 27, 2018

    Morrow Mountain State Park Campground

    Historical get away in the forest

    The swaying of pine trees with the smell of the forest greets us at this easily accessible site in our motorhome. Electric and water hookups at our site, dump station available on the way out, camp host available. Picnic tables, fire pit available at our site. Lots of shade, plenty of trails that cover this State Park. The Kron house nearby, the swimming pool ( closed at time of our visit). The town of Albemarle 10 minutes away and Badin lake right down the mountain. Lots of history here just stop at the ranger station for information, maps and more.

Guide to Lexington

Cabin camping in Lexington, North Carolina offers options within a 30-minute drive radius of the city. Most rental cabins in this area are positioned along lakes or within wooded settings at elevations between 600-900 feet. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-50°F while summer months average 75-90°F with high humidity, affecting camping comfort levels from May through September.

What to do

Fishing access points: Dan Nicholas Park provides multiple shore fishing opportunities around its lake. "We really enjoyed fishing and caught a couple of fish as well. The sites are pretty roomy to!" notes a camper who enjoyed Dan Nicholas Park.

Mountain biking trails: Lake Norman State Park features dedicated mountain biking paths suitable for beginners through experienced riders. "There are plenty of walking trails and mountain bike trails with a boat ramp and 'beach' a short drive or a hike away," explains a visitor to Lake Norman State Park.

Water recreation options: At Morrow Mountain State Park, visitors can rent canoes for exploring the river. "We exhausted ourselves hiking and canoeing and much more stuff to do! Nice sites with electric hookups. Firewood available," shares a camper who stayed at Morrow Mountain State Park.

What campers like

Fresh farm products: Carolina Rose Campground (formerly Cobble Hill) offers fresh eggs from on-site chickens. "The best part was getting fresh eggs from the check-in store each morning... And I mean... Fresh Eggs," explains a camper who stayed in Cobble Hill's cabin accommodations.

Wildlife viewing: Deer sightings are common at several campgrounds near Lexington. A visitor to Lake Norman State Park notes, "We fished, rode bikes, hiked and saw plenty of wildlife. Not too close to the neighbors, and the camp hosts were nice."

Lake views from sites: Some cabins offer direct water views for optimal relaxation. "Easy access to the lake. They have a picnic table and a swing set up at the lake so you view it," explains a camper who visited High Rock Lake Marina and Campground.

What you should know

Reservation timing matters: Midway Campground Resort fills quickly during seasonal events. "They do offer a haunted trail at Halloween (this gets very busy so be aware if you plan to camp around this time of year)," advises a camper at Midway Campground Resort.

Cabin amenities vary greatly: Some cabins include basic furniture while others provide more comforts. "The cabins were wonderful and I would highly recommend them BUT... there is no late check in, and we were not warned of that at all," warns a camper about arrival timing at Thousand Trails Forest Lake.

Off-season limitations: Facilities may close or limit hours outside summer months. A visitor notes, "Unfortunately a lot of the activity type things (arcade, mini-golf, horseshoes, etc) weren't available because we visited in the off season."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Midway Campground Resort offers activities designed for children. "This is a small, family-friendly campground. There is a pond for fishing, a nice pool, a jump pad, playground, arcade, and mini-golf. Plenty for kids to do."

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