7 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks near Locust, North Carolina provide various accommodation options for motorhome travelers. Glenwood Acres RV Park in nearby Concord features big-rig friendly sites with electric, sewer, and water hookups plus 50-amp service. Crown Cove RV Park in Fort Mill accommodates both large and standard-sized RVs with full hookups, including water, sewer, and electricity. Elmore RV Park in Charlotte offers big-rig sites with 50-amp electrical connections and sewer hookups on primarily gravel surfaces. Cobble Hill RV Campground in Salisbury maintains 84 sites with both 30 and 50-amp electrical options. "Very clean and well maintained campground. Great for long term camp sites. Very easy to deal with the workers as they are friendly and will take care of you," noted one visitor about Crown Cove.
Full hookup RV options in the region vary considerably in amenity levels. Several parks operate year-round, including Forest Lake RV Resort in Advance and Glenwood Acres in Concord, while others maintain seasonal schedules like Lake Myers RV Resort, open April through November. Many campgrounds permit pets, though restrictions apply at select locations. Dump stations are available at Lake Myers, Cobble Hill, Bass Lake, and Forest Lake for waste disposal. Between city and rural settings, site quality varies significantly. One camper reported that some Crown Cove sites are positioned on hillsides, making uphill hookup connections challenging. Cellular coverage remains generally reliable throughout the area, with stronger signals at parks closer to Charlotte and weaker reception in more remote locations.
"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."
"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."
"I lived here for two years on a long term spot. If short term you will be In a small gravel lot. There are no amenities, no shower houses. No frills."
"Sky's the sinery all just gerogous"
"We were looking for a place to stay that would be close to the venue and close to the bride’s family and happen upon this little gem. Full hookups (30 & 50 amp), WiFi and cable."
"Loved my stay here with my family and extended family. NC was a perfect place to hold a family reunion. We camped here and 2 other places, and loved every second of it."
"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."
"People and pet friendly. Adult and under 18 pools open seasonably. Gated and campers are given individual codes to get in after hours."
"Great for long term camp sites! Very easy to deal with the workers as they are friendly and will take care of you! Pet friendly also. This is a great safe campground."
"We were on a “hill” but since we were close to all the trees i didn’t mind it."
from $68 - $98 / night
from $47 / night
"Some amenities. Bass lake is small, but nice and the weather was beautiful so it was a nice setting as the evening feel. Fun watching all the turtles in water bobbing in and out."
"Ivory Clay Farm is now bookable on The Dyrt and offers a nice quiet place to rest just outside of the Winston-Salem & Greensboro Area. "
"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."
from $35 / night
GuideDriving 14 1/2 hrs I was cooked called and had the most easiest booking. There was a sites available so I booked it. Needless to say I got there in the dark and a kind person helped me to my site and got me backed in. Soo exhausted I hooked up electric only hit the bed passed out
GuideStopped in to get a spot for a few nights nights because it said they had available rv spots Unfortunately they didn’t know which end was up and tried to squeeze us into a spot that might have hookups that maybe worked but they couldn’t be sure. It was a joke. We left after waiting several minutes waiting while they were looking for a place to maybe squeeze us in because we had a small camper. No thanks. Would not recommend staying here til they get there act together
RangerWhen I’m traveling through the area, I do my best to stay here. It is a peaceful and well kept campground. It is an adult and a kid friendly environment. It’s one of the few places you can feel safe. I highly recommend this place.
TravelerThis property should not be advertised. It was next to a cow pasture and the flies were horrible. We could not even get out of our van. The other trailers there were obviously long term and not well maintained. The inn had n the property was dilapidated and closed. Nothing in the description was anything like our experience. We decided to leave after seeing the condition of everything. Real bad.
RangerWas a monthly Camper when I came in to the campground. Nobody was cleaning the men’s room. No one was trying to collect the fall leaves. This is an old run down campground. I cleaned the men’s room for free because there was no staff to clean. I regret helping the owner for free on multiple occasions.
TravelerThis is/was marked as dispersed camping but this is primarily an OHV area, with a shooting range nearby that can be heard from some campsites. Most, if not all, of the campsites are intended to be large group sites. The empty site we found was filled with trash, discarded tents, air mattresses, and trashed electronics from OHVs. There's so much trash we would not even be able to take it all out with us if we wanted to. This may be a national forest, but it is not peace and quiet as one would expect from "dispersed and primitive" camping.
GuideThere was other people camping and running their generators all night. Some low lifers on ATV blasted in and out of the parking area and blasting music at 2 am. Good luck getting any sleep here. But enjoyed the trail to it and the forest. Got at least 2 hours of sleep before I packed up.
ScoutThe 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.
LegendThis 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.
RV sites near Locust, North Carolina offer camping opportunities within 40 miles of this small town in Stanly County. The region sits in the Uwharrie foothills with elevations ranging from 500-800 feet, creating varied terrain for campers. Summer temperatures typically reach 90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons offer milder conditions between 60-80°F.
Fish the stocked ponds: At Cobble Hill RV Campground (now Carolina Rose), campers can fish in the on-site pond stocked with sunfish. "I enjoyed sitting near the pond and just watching the ducks swim," noted one visitor, adding that getting "fresh eggs from the check-in store each morning" was a highlight.
Enjoy family activities: Lake Myers RV Resort offers structured entertainment options throughout the summer. "A+ campground, fun activities, kid friendly, love playing BINGO here!!" reported one camper. Another mentioned, "Many activities offered for family with 2 large pools etc."
Explore hiking trails: The surrounding area provides multiple hiking options within driving distance of Locust campgrounds. At Thousand Trails Forest Lake, campers can access "miles and miles of trails in the woods, along the river bank, and along the lake," according to a visitor who enjoyed exploring with family.
Multiple swimming pools: Forest Lake RV Resort maintains separate swimming areas for different age groups. One camper noted, "There is a nice restaurant to eat at, a small convenience store, arcade games, 3 pools and a ton of activities. There is also an adult lodge with a TV and pool table."
Pet-friendly accommodations: Many campgrounds near Locust welcome pets with dedicated exercise areas. At Ivory Clay Farm, pets can roam in a more secluded setting. Owners describe it as "a great relaxing get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life" where guests enjoy "bonfires, sunsets, wildlife & star gazing."
Proximity to urban amenities: Camping options close to Charlotte provide convenient access to city attractions. Elmore RV Park offers this advantage, with one long-term resident noting, "Good for staying close to city. If short term you will be in a small gravel lot. There are no amenities, no shower houses. No frills."
Site conditions vary significantly: Many RV camping areas near Locust feature uneven terrain. At Crown Cove RV Park, one visitor mentioned that "our lot was on a hill side which made using our full hookups going up hill." Similarly, at Lake Myers, a reviewer warned, "This is a decent family-friendly campground but is quite difficult to navigate the roads and sites if you have a larger rig."
Campground density: Several parks have closely positioned sites that may affect privacy. At Crown Cove, rules state "belongings must be 3ft away from neighboring sites which is almost impossible with how close sites are," according to one camper.
Seasonal operations: Check operating dates before booking. Lake Myers RV Resort operates from April through November, limiting winter camping options. Bass Lake adds sites seasonally, with one camper noting they were "adding sites on lake by 2022."
Consider age-appropriateness: Different campgrounds cater to various age groups. At Lake Myers, one parent shared, "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. If it was just adults going, or even older children maybe 7 and up it would be a great location."
Look for cabin options: For families new to camping, cabins provide comfort while maintaining the outdoor experience. Cobble Hill offers well-appointed accommodations: "We stayed in Cabin 1. The cabins are REALLY nice, I was very impressed. We walked the RV sites and spotted several that were also very nice as well."
Check noise levels: Some campgrounds may have evening activities that create noise. One Lake Myers visitor noted, "We've been for 2 nights in a row (so far) and both nights were very noisy because of two concerts."
Level sites matter: Many RV sites near Locust require significant leveling. At Cobble Hill, a camper cautioned, "did park on site 59 (pull through) but was SUPER unlevel."
Long-term vs short-term differences: Several parks serve different camper needs based on stay duration. At Elmore, "I lived here for two years on a long term spot. If short term you will be in a small gravel lot."
Consider road conditions: Interior campground roads may present challenges for larger rigs. As one Forest Lake visitor described, "Roads are the worst pot holes speed bumps that are curbs!" Another camper at Lake Myers noted the property has "very narrow" roads making navigation difficult for big rigs.
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