Best Glamping near Matthews, NC

Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort offers luxury canvas accommodations and glamping options within minutes of Matthews, North Carolina. Located adjacent to the Carowinds amusement park, this upscale outdoor destination features premium glamping units with comfortable bedding, climate control, and convenient access to park attractions. The campground provides a free shuttle service to the amusement park, allowing glampers to easily enjoy rides and entertainment without dealing with parking or traffic. Other upscale amenities include private bathhouses with showers, a camp store for essentials, and picnic areas nestled among shade trees. One guest highlighted the convenience, noting that "after a long day of rides you can come right back to your camper to relax instead of driving all the way home."

Lake Curriher Wilderness delivers a more secluded glamping experience near Matthews with highly-rated accommodations in a natural setting. The property maintains excellent cleanliness standards with a 4.75 rating from visitors who appreciate its peaceful surroundings. Glampers can explore nearby Lake Norman State Park, which features distinctive yurt accommodations with lake access and scenic views. The combination of nature immersion and upscale comfort makes these locations popular for weekend getaways. Visitors can enjoy hiking trails, water activities, and wildlife viewing opportunities while returning to climate-controlled accommodations each evening. A recent visitor mentioned, "You can purchase Carowinds tickets right here and ride a shuttle all day long to the park rather than fight traffic," highlighting the seamless experience between outdoor adventure and modern conveniences that defines glamping in this region.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Matthews, North Carolina (21)

1. McDowell Nature Preserve
31 Reviews
Lake Wylie, NC
18 miles
Website
+1 (980) 314-2267
$15 - $33 / night
"There are lovely trails, a large playground, nature center, the beautiful lake Wylie {no swimming, NC fishing license required}, geocaching, clean bathrooms and shower rooms, electric sites with large"

"This campground is just minutes from Charlotte, but secluded from the city noise. Nice open spaces with shade. No views to speak of but several short trails and nice areas around Lake Wylie."
2. Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort
17 Reviews
Pineville, NC
13 miles
Website
+1 (704) 588-2600
"Staff at counter was very friendly and provided all the information needed. Site was level side to side and paved with asphalt only wide enough for the camper."

"The sites are tight but there's shade and since we have to be close to the Charlotte airport it was perfect. Far enough not to have super loud plane noise but a very easy drive."

3. Cane Creek Park
28 Reviews
Mineral Springs, NC
20 miles
Website
+1 (704) 843-5909
"Lake, hiking trails and nice wooded campsites with fire rings and close proximity to bath houses. Playground for kids, little store, friendly staff."

"Campground has trails and fishing in walking distance. It is always packed. No alcohol permitted."
4. Ebenezer Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
20 Reviews
Rock Hill, SC
21 miles
Website
+1 (803) 366-6620
"We live nearby so this is a nice little place to camp at. Nice sites, close to places to eat. Bathhouse was clean and well kept."

"The bath house was clean. The men's side gave every appearance of being well maintained."

5. Andrew Jackson State Park Campground
21 Reviews
Lancaster, SC
26 miles
Website
+1 (803) 285-3344
$40 - $50 / night
"We stayed on site 16 right on the lake. Beautiful views. Our site was very steep, so took a lot to get level, but it was ok. The rangers we're very nice and helpful."

"Campsite rates are very reasonable and all sites have electric and water and 3 sites also have sewer! Bathrooms and showers are clean and staff are friendly and helpful! We will be returning soon!"
6. Yates Family Camping
3 Reviews
Harrisburg, NC
15 miles
Website
+1 (704) 773-9349
"There aren’t really any extras here but if you’re just looking for reliable water/electrical/sewer and wifi near Charlotte this is a fantastic option."

7. Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
37 Reviews
Badin, NC
38 miles
Website
+1 (704) 982-4402
$17 - $107 / night
"There was a fire pit, hang hook for trash, and plenty of shade on the tent pad. We had plenty of space between each site as well. Bathrooms were fine with decent water pressure and hot water."

"Plentiful campsites, we arrived on a Friday without a reservation and were able to get a spot. There is a swimming pool, but we didn't swim."
8. Lake Norman State Park Campground
34 Reviews
Troutman, NC
40 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."

9. Crowders Mountain State Park Campground
15 Reviews
Bessemer City, NC
34 miles
Website
+1 (704) 853-5429
$17 - $47 / night
"See the camping info here:

https://www.ncparks.gov/crowders-mountain-state-park/camping

It isnt a rugged hike, but you must be prepapred"

"We arrived late almost at sundown but they had an envelope waiting with instructions, a parking tag and a map. This is a hike in campground so we were in a hurry."
10. Lake Curriher Wilderness
4 Reviews
China Grove, NC
31 miles
Website
+1 (704) 857-4114
$10 - $30 / night
"Staff are great and helpful.

No hot water at bath house beware."

"Very close to my home. I hike in to the remote campsite on the lake. Lots of fishermen and trash since the scum can’t seem to pick up after themselves. The cabins here are also great."

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Emily C.
Traveler
May. 12, 2024
6 Points @ Raven Micro Farm
$69 Glamping, Hike to Site
Six points @ Raven Micro Farm LLC is a fully loaded Glamping site. Equip with a Bell tent, thick Japanese cotton sleeping mat, linens, full-size propane grill, cookware, utensils, dishware, and more.

This is a walk-in site, bring your hiking boots. The property is slightly hilly.

Be advised that the site is private excluding when we are out doing farm chores or as the animals are rotated.
chrissy D.
Guide
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.
Myron C.
Legend
Oct. 1, 2021
Chester State Park Campground
State Park with a Beautiful View of the Lake
I gave this campground four stars, but only for RVs and travel trailers. I would not give it four stars for tent campers. Tent campers would have a hard time finding a suitable site that would not be too rocky. When I checked in, the lady was nice enough to find a site with grass behind the gravel so I could set up my tent. She didn’t warn me that it was sloped. With that said, it is a campground in a beautiful setting. The lake and the sitting area beside the lake are both beautiful. There is a paved walkway down to the lake to a sitting area and a dock. The bath house was air conditioned, almost too much. It is a shock to the system moving from the intense South Carolina heat into the bath house. However, it was a nice break from the heat. Be aware that when you take a shower, you may have to wait a few minutes for the hot water to start. When I first turned it on, I wondered if there was any hot water. Eventually it came, and it was HOT, so I had to adjust it quickly. Also, take your own hand soap with you. There are paper towels but no soap. There are several trails, and you can rent boats, peddle boats, canoes, and kayaks. There is also a disc golf course. If I had known beforehand, I would have taken my own discs. That’s my fault for not doing the research. My favorite part of this camping experience was waking up early in the morning and sitting by the lake. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to capture a photo of the ducks taking off and flying in a perfect v-formation, but it was so peaceful there. Overall, this is a great campground to get away from civilization.
Skipper S.
Scout
May. 23, 2021
Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
Well Done Campground
We stayed at site 84, and stayed in a tent. There was a fire pit, hang hook for trash, and plenty of shade on the tent pad. We had plenty of space between each site as well. Bathrooms were fine with decent water pressure and hot water. I liked the idea of the campground host who was just a few spots from us. This allowed easy access to firewood for purchase. When we arrived at our site at 8:50pm, we were greeted by a super nice park ranger. We felt welcomed and safe.
Melissa W.
Guide
Jun. 1, 2019
McDowell Nature Preserve
Clean, lovely conveniently located
I camped here with a women’s hiking group and was impressed.

There are lovely trails, a large playground, nature center, the beautiful lake Wylie {no swimming, NC fishing license required}, geocaching, clean bathrooms and shower rooms, electric sites with large tent pads, good sized fire pit area, picnic table.. there’s even a loving gate with a code for a more secure camping experience..

We could fit 3 tents in one pad AND had a hammocker camper too.

If you are wanting some nature near the city, this is a good option - especially if you are checking out city things in Charlotte.

You can hear traffic at night when camping here so bring ear plugs, headphones or a white noise fan if that bothers you.

Pet friendly 🐾

I saw both dogs and camping kitties

There’s 56 camp sites: these include tent, RV hook ups and some primitive.

There’s group camping at Copperhead Island.

I highly recommend, especially for families with children, lots to do and a safe, secure feeling.
Eric W.
Scout
Aug. 6, 2022
Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort
Decent Campground
We stayed 3 nights in a 31' travel trailer at site 80. Staff at counter was very friendly and provided all the information needed. Site was level side to side and paved with asphalt only wide enough for the camper. The hookups were standard location and heights no issues. Our steps come out to a large level dirt pad, not grass. Lots of trees providing shade which is nice. It had started raining after setup and the dirt quickly became mud. The bathhouse is close and clean, all tile. I wish there were curtains separating shower from dress area though. The shuttle to Carowinds was frequent and convenient. All in all, the campground was nice, we would stay again.
Alexandra T.
Scout
Jun. 18, 2019
Morrow Mountain State Park Campground
Pretty Basic
Plentiful campsites, we arrived on a Friday without a reservation and were able to get a spot. There is a swimming pool, but we didn't swim. Some hikes nearby, but far from the swimming spots in the Uwharrie National Forest. No bathrooms near the campsites, but there were spigots with potable water. The tent pads were even and well packed. All sites had a picnic bench and a fire pit with a grate.
Katrin M.
Legend
Sep. 13, 2022
Lake Norman State Park Campground
Such an amazing campground
I camped here with a friend and our dogs. We were in campsite 14. 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. The campground also has beautiful little cabins. The bathouse was absolutely top notch and super clean. The park staff takes very good care of the area. Unfortunately there are some little beaches along the trails that have trash, mostly from fishing. The park offers some very nice hiking trails. This time I just did the Lakeshore trail and the dogs had a blast. We would camp here anytime again.
Pawsfuradventure T.
Guide
Apr. 30, 2018
Ebenezer Park Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Meh
Overall: 2.5-3

Bathrooms: 2

County park that offers 67 campsites. Offered bathroom with showers (2 locations only), water and electric hookup, sewer hookup, fire pit, picnic table, boat ramps, and playground. We had spot 9 which was an end spot that was roomy for our teardrop trailer (T@G XL). This spot was closer to the water but not in wooded area. Many spots were in an open field with the RVs on top of one another. Other spots were in more of a wooded area but they were close together.

Campground was good if you were into fishing. Many campers had their boats plus in early morning trucks were trailering their boats to place in the lake.

There were no trails to explore at the campground. Does offer swimming in the lake starting around Memorial Day. Not much else to do unless you were going to fish for bass or other fresh water fish.

Bathrooms: One set for campground (67 sites) and another by the marina. Very outdated, dingy, and dark. Women’s - stall was out of order, some didn’t lock, in evening - messy - papers and other garbage on floors. Showers were the darkest area of the bathroom - icky looking. Woman who had just used it said only the last one really worked. Mens - shower handle was broken, did have hot water but were icky and run down.

Overall - convenient for a stop over - near highway, good access to lake for fishing.