Camping opportunities around Littleton, North Carolina center on Kerr Lake, a 50,000-acre reservoir with over 800 miles of shoreline spanning the North Carolina-Virginia border. The region features predominantly clay and sandy soil terrain with elevations ranging from 200-300 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder camping conditions with daytime temperatures in the 60s-70s.
What to do
Fishing from your campsite: At Hibernia Campground, waterfront sites offer direct lake access. "Our waterfront site had its own little beach where we could swim and launch our kayak," writes Pamela H. Sites provide multiple fishing options without traveling elsewhere.
Hiking at state parks: The trails at Medoc Mountain State Park Campground offer varied terrain for all skill levels. "There are over 10 miles of trails to hike. We also conoed down the creek. The creek is about 2.5 miles long and took us only 2 hours to paddle," notes Caroline G., highlighting the mixed recreation options.
Star gazing: The rural location offers excellent night sky visibility. According to Andrea B., "It gets dark enough there that you could see the Milky Way. I would have loved to share a picture but I was too relaxed just looking up at the stars." Light pollution is minimal, especially on weekdays.
What campers like
Sandy beaches: Many campgrounds feature private beach areas. "Site 77 required 75 feet of hose to reach water nozzle. Website said 35' so glad we were prepared," notes S K. at Kimball Point Campground, adding "There's a cove with a sandy beach and clear water just steps away."
Spacious, private sites: Campsites typically offer good separation between neighbors. "The sites at J.C. Cooper Campground are beautiful. Many have direct views of Kerr Lake. Water and electric were good, maintenance was good," writes Pam R. about J.C. Cooper Campground, mentioning "it didn't feel crowded at all."
Clean facilities: Bathhouse quality is consistently praised across campgrounds. "The bathrooms here are impeccable, best of any campground we've been to," shares EMRY H. Many campgrounds maintain bathroom cleanliness even during peak season despite high usage.
What you should know
Limited services nearby: Stock up before arrival as stores are limited. "Not much grocery stores close so definitely bring all you can. Firewood sold at front but closed on weekdays. Found a gas station that sold it about 3 miles away," advises Jeanna Marie C.
Water hookup distances: Some sites require extra-long hoses. "Site 65, as well as others in the immediate area, are listed as 'level' but that is far from reality," notes Glenn F., highlighting occasional discrepancies in site descriptions.
Site terrain varies: Many campgrounds have mixed terrain. "We have a 32' travel trailer that fit in spot 65 with no problem but there were many more that we could not fit in because of the steep grades," cautions Michael P. at Lake Gaston Americamps, where "sites are a challenge to get your unit level."
Seasonal crowds: Weekends fill quickly, especially summer months. "Most spots reserved for the summer," confirms David L. Plan to book well in advance for prime waterfront sites.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Bring water toys and floats for kids. "Our kids were able to play in the water and we could fish right from our site which was the best part," notes kristine. Shallow entry points at many beach areas are suitable for younger children.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas. "There is a small playground that we took my daughter to," mentions Crystal K., who enjoyed "a mom/daughter getaway (me, my toddler, and my mom)."
Reserve adjacent sites: For larger family groups, booking multiple sites creates more space. "We reserved two sites to have a buffer...$23 a nite it's worth the extra space," suggests J P., noting the relatively affordable cost to expand your camping area.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Bring extra leveling blocks for uneven sites. "My biggest complaint is the location of the trash dumpsters is very close to the bath house and campsites in this loop and the smell was not pleasant," adds Glenn F. about site placement considerations.
Full hookup availability: Not all campgrounds offer sewer connections. At Enfield-Rocky Mount KOA, "sites are pretty big and level, and it seems most of the sites have sewer, water, and electric. There are lots of pull through sites as well," according to Gregory L.
Internet considerations: Cell service and Wi-Fi vary by location. "Satellite internet, so it was slow and barely accessible. They gave us passcodes for two devices, and the code is good for 3 days," notes Corby M., highlighting connectivity limitations to plan around.
