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Whether you're looking for the best boat-in camping spots in North Carolina or lakes perfect for it, The Dyrt has what you need. Camping can be the most magical time of your life, and boat-in campsites make it even more extraordinary. You're sure to find the perfect boat-in campsite for your North Carolina camping adventure.

North Carolina

The Best Boat-In Camping in North Carolina

If you're exploring the best boat-in camping near Matrimony, The Dyrt is here to help. These campsites are usually off the beaten path and have access to beautiful lakes, rivers, and streams. Find the best information on boat-in camping in North Carolina, including photos, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your camping experience.

Matrimony

The Best Boat-In Camping Near Matrimony, North Carolina

Salthouse Branch Campground is nestled on the shores of Philpott Lake in the rugged foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The park is located in a rural and sparsely populated part of Franklin County near the small community of Henry. Philpott Lake's clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping. Recreation The lake provides visitors with great boating and swimming opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for large and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie and catfish. A 1/2-mile nature loop and a 1/2-mile interpretive trail are available in the campground. Many additional miles of hiking and biking trails surround Philpott Lake, allowing visitors to get out and explore this scenic area. Facilities The park offers both camping and day-use facilities, including 44 family sites with electric and water hookups and one group picnic shelter with electric and water. Also available are 21 boat-in sites and 46 primitive sites without hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A beach, boat ramp, dock, playground, and amphitheater are also on-site. Natural Features Philpott Lake covers 2,900 acres and has 100 miles of shoreline. The lake's steep, rocky banks meet beautiful mixed forests of oak, maple, hickory, pine and cedar. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area. Deer, turkeys, squirrels, raccoons, and a variety of songbirds and waterfowl are commonly viewed. Nearby Attractions The lake is adjacent to Fairystone State Park and Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area, which includes 5,300 acres of public recreational lands. ADA Access: N

Salthouse Branch Campground

Lake Reidsville Recreation Park

COE Philpott Lake Salthouse Branch Park

Fairy Stone State Park

Motorcycle Traffic Only

Motorcycling and Camping are natural companions. Maximize your love of motorcycle travel and the great outdoors at Willville Bikecamp. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, Willville is a destination, a meeting point, a base camp to explore the great Blue Ridge Parkway, or a place just to rest and relax. Motorcycle camping at Willville is ideal for a weekend run or an extended getaway.

Bunkhouse and Camping cabin including a private bike shelter now available.

Ideally located less than one mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Willville is set in an area that offers some of the best roads and scenery for the ultimate motorcycling experience.

The secluded campground sits within a 26 acre wooded park providing privacy from the main road while still offering easy access.  The campground is designed for motorcycle traffic only, however, there is ample parking outside the campground (within the park) for those who wish to trailer their motorcycles.

Once in the campground, a sparkling mountain creek borders most of the shaded campsites.  Individual grassy camping areas offer a comfortable and convenient location for tent setup.  The sites also provide picnic tables and a nice level surface for those motorcyclists  pulling trailers. 

 The large 770 square foot bathhouse facilities include six sinks, six showers and six toilets to get everyone off to an early start, with plenty of pressure and hot water.   A spacious pavillion is available for group gatherings and cookouts.

At Willville you can chose a walk through the peaceful park, visit with the other campers or simply just relax.   Plus, for exciting road trips and breath-taking scenery, don't forget about all of our fantastic roads for motorcycling.   

At night gather at the group campfire to meet new friends and share your motorcycle adventures.
Local attractions include Mabry's Mill, Chateau Morrisette Winery, Villa Appalachia Winery, Poor Farmer's Market, Tuggles Gap, live musicians at Floyd General Store, Virginia International Raceway, home of the AMA Superbike Nationals, the Floyd World Music Festival and many more points of interest.

Campground is open from Mid-April through October.

Willville is ideally located at the midpoint of The Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive combined. Plan a trip to Willville and maximize your Blue Ridge experience. 

Willville Motorcycle Camp

► Tent and trailer camping

The lower slopes of Pilot Mountain house the family camping area where 42 campsites for tents and trailers are scattered among oaks and hickories.

Each site has a tent pad, table, and fire pit/grill. Drinking water is available throughout the campground, and two bathhouses with hot showers are located nearby.

Some campsites can accommodate RVs. There are no hookups or dump station provided. Please visit the reservations website for more information about the driveway length of each campsite.

The campground host sells firewood. Gathering wood in the park is prohibited.

No more than six people are allowed to occupy a campsite. The camping area is open from March 15 to November 30.

Please review the important information below regarding check in.

 
► Paddle-in camping

Two paddle-in campsites are located at the Ivy Bluffs access on the south bank of Yadkin River. Reservations are required to use these campsites.

There is no water or toilet facilities at these campsites. You must bring your own water and pack out all trash and waste.

Camping is allowed only in designated areas. Camping is prohibited on the Yadkin River Islands. 

The nearest boat access upstream from the campsite is located at the Shoals fishing and boating access, at 4454 Shoals Road, East Bend, NC 27018. The paddle from this access is about 1 mile. As of March 15, 2021, the next downstream boat access at Donnaha Park is closed until Fall 2023. Please plan accordingly.

Pilot Mountain State Park Campground

Daddy Rabbits Campground

Oak Hollow City Campground

Hagan-Stone Park

Smith Mountain Lake Campgrounds' Site Types:

Two-bedroom frame - Two bedrooms; wood frame; one queen bed; two singles; foldout couch; ceramic tile floors with carpeted bedrooms. Two-bedroom cabins have a bathroom with shower.

Two-bedroom frame waterview - Two bedrooms; wood frame; one queen bed; two singles; foldout couch; ceramic tile floors with carpeted bedrooms. The two-bedroom cabins have a bathroom with shower.

Three-bedroom frame - Three bedrooms; wood frame; two queen beds; two singles; foldout couch; ceramic tile floors with carpeted bedrooms. The three bedroom cabin has two bathrooms (one universally accessible shower; the other has a tub). The three-bedroom cabins are meant to sleep six. Eight are allowed, but this relies on the use of a fold-out sofa for the extra two people.

Total cabins: 20

Although the only fully universally accessible cabin in the park is cabin 7, numerous cabins, while not fully accessible, are better suited for customers having disabilities. Because of hilly terrain, all cabins other than cabin 7 have steps. Cabins 15, 17 and 19 have two steps, cabins 10, 13 and 20 have three steps, cabin 14 has four steps, and cabins 6, 12 and 18 have five steps. The remaining cabins are unsuitable for those with disabilities because of numerous steps or steep grades leading into the cabin.

Bunkhouse

Camping Lodge (bunkhouse) - no weekly requirement.

The park has a camping lodge (bunkhouse), which is not a full service lodge, for rent. It's a two-room trailer with seven bunk beds ( five in one room and two in another), a refrigerator, a microwave oven, a coffee pot and air conditioning. It has no heating. The bunkhouse has a has a porch and a large covered deck with two picnic table, two other tables and eight chairs. It also has a charcoal grill and a fire ring. Smoking, portable heaters and cooking, except with the microwave oven, are not permitted in the lodge. There's a fire hydrant next to the lodge in the parking lot. Four vehicles are permitted with rental of the lodge; the daily parking fee must be paid for additional vehicles. RVs and trailers may not be parked in the bunk house parking lot; there's an overflow parking lot about 100 yards away.

Smith Mountain Lake State Park

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Dallas

The Best Camping Near Dallas, North Carolina

Though it doesn’t offer much within its city limits, the outskirts of Charlotte, North Carolina, and surrounding cities more than make up for it. With Lake Wylie and Mountain Island Lake outside of the city, travelers looking for waterfront camping and hiking won’t be disappointed.

The best camping near Charlotte is on Copperhead Island. This spot offers affordably-priced lakefront campsites, perfect for a relaxing weekend. If you’re willing to make a bit of a drive, head easy to the Uwharrie National Forest, on the other side of Badin Lake near Eldorado, NC. Badin Lake is another fantastic option for a camping weekend with several picturesque campgrounds. Whether in an RV or tent, you’ll love Badin Lake!

Charlotte

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The Best Camping Near Charlotte, North Carolina

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Raleigh

The Best Campgrounds Near Raleigh, NC | NC Camping

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Greensboro

The Best Campgrounds Near Greensboro, NC | NC Camping

Greensboro is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Greensboro is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Greensboro camping trip.

The Best Camping Near Greensboro, North Carolina

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Winston-Salem

The Best Campgrounds Near Winston Salem, NC | NC Camping

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Durham

The Best Camping Near Durham, North Carolina

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Fayetteville

The Best Camping Near Fayetteville, North Carolina

Wilmington is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Wilmington campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Wilmington, NC. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Wilmington

The Best Camping Near Wilmington, North Carolina

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High Point

The Best Camping Near High Point, North Carolina

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Uwharrie National Forest

The Best Camping Near Uwharrie National Forest, North Carolina

North Carolina's Great Smoky Mountains National Park draws millions of visitors annually for its unbridled beauty and free admission. Expect long entrance lines but know that your experience will make it all worthwhile.

Great Smoky offers 10 front-country camping locations for tents and RVs. For those looking for a longer trek, the park has a host of backcountry campgrounds at just $4 per night. Ideally, you camp in the park. However, as this is the most visited national park, you may have to make other plans. If you can’t stay in the park, the best camping near the Great Smoky Mountains is usually found in the nearby national forests. If you’re looking for something with more amenities, the eclectic city of Asheville, NC is where you’ll want to be.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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The Best Camping Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina

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Croatan National Forest

The Best Camping Near Croatan National Forest, North Carolina

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Appalachian National Forest

The Best Camping Near Appalachian National Forest, North Carolina

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Pisgah National Forest

The Best Camping Near Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina

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Cape Hatteras National Seashore

The Best Camping Near Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina

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Tusquitee National Forest

The Best Camping Near Tusquitee National Forest, North Carolina

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Nantahala National Forest

The Best Camping Near Nantahala National Forest, North Carolina

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National Forests in North Carolina

The Best Camping Near National Forests in North Carolina, North Carolina

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THE BEST Boat-In CAMPING NEARMatrimony, North Carolina

Top Matrimony Boat-In Campgrounds

Salthouse Branch Campground

Lake Reidsville Recreation Park

COE Philpott Lake Salthouse Branch Park

Fairy Stone State Park

Willville Motorcycle Camp

Pilot Mountain State Park Campground

Daddy Rabbits Campground

Oak Hollow City Campground

Hagan-Stone Park

Smith Mountain Lake State Park

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