From the shores of Cape Hatteras to the ancient mountains of Great Smoky Mountain National Park, North Carolina is a state that is as beautiful as it is diverse in natural wonders. Whether you fancy a day of surfing in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean or a climb up Mount Mitchell, the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi, there’s an outdoor adventure waiting for you. So grab your bathing suit or your hiking poles (or both!) and find the best camping in North Carolina. 


The pristine beauty of North Carolina’s Outer Banks have always drawn vacationers looking for a respite from the hustle and bustle of their daily lives. Fortunately for those that like sleeping under the stars, camping in North Carolina at one of the state’s many beaches is a great way to experience the sun and sand without the expense of a vacation rental. With over 300 miles of coastline, there are dozens of state and private campgrounds to choose from. 


If pitching your tent in coastal sand dunes isn’t your cup of tea then pack your bag and head to the mountains of Western North Carolina—a region known throughout the southeast for its abundant opportunities to recreate outdoors. Whether you’re rafting down the Nantahala River that winds through the beautiful and remote Nantahala National Forest or hiking on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a 1,175 mile footpath that spans the width of North Carolina, you won’t run out of reasons to be outside. 


North Carolina has 40 mountains that rise above 6,000 feet (aforementioned Mount Mitchell is the tallest, clocking in at 6,684 feet) and 100 that stand more than 5,000 feet. Camping in the shadows of these peaks is just one thing that makes camping in North Carolina so special. And with 2.1 million acres of public land in the state, finding a campground is as easy as pulling out a map. 


Whether it’s saltwater waves, pristine peaks or rushing rivers that excite you, let The Dyrt help you discover the best camping in North Carolina. 

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Meat Camp

The Best Camping Near Meat Camp, North Carolina

We offer an elevated camping experience in the heart of the High Country that strives to provide maximum comfort while outdoors.

  

Discover the world of glamping elevated through Boone Cocoon. Wrap yourself in natural tranquility in the legendary Blue Ridge mountains. Nestled only five minutes from downtown Boone and 10 mins from downtown Blowing Rock, Boone Cocoon is the perfect adventure to reset from city life, yet accessible to all sightseeing and entertainment the High Country has to offer. Sleep in a hanging pod 3 meters in diameter, suspended from hard wood trees and connected to a private platform by a hand-woven suspended bridge. Enjoy a cup of local coffee by the campfire.

Boone Cocoon

If you are looking for a secluded campsite deep in the woods, you may want to keep looking. But if you want the ease and peace of a campsite RIGHT ON THE NEW RIVER with everything just steps from your tent, then come out and claim your site!

Numerous large manicured campsites in an open space DIRECTLY ON THE NEW RIVER where adventures abound!

Redemption: To repair or restore. To make good. This campground represents redemption and healing in so many ways. Our hope is that you will find much peace, joy, and adventure here and we promise to do our best to make it everything you expected and more!

Up to 4 guests and 2 tents per site.

While HWY 16 can be a bit noisy during busy times, step into the campsites and let the peaceful noise-canceling river serenity whisk you away. Forest views across the river with endless fireflies and stars that light up the night!

Zaloo's Canoes, Kayak, and Tubes is within eyesight and will set you up with an amazing float or paddle down river. Plentiful small mouth bass and trout fishing just steps from your site. Outhouse w/washing station. Fire pits at each site as well as a large communal fire pit and picnic tables.

Downtown West Jefferson is just 15 minutes away with local breweries, quaint restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, shopping, music, art, and a wonderful farmer's market from May - October.

The quaint little town of Lansing, NC is quickly becoming a favorite stop of mine. Check out the Old Orchard Creek General Store, Pie on the Mountain Pizza, the Old Orchard Creek Blueberry Farm, and Molly Chomper for a perfect day in Ashe County.

The New River State Park is an easy walk, float, paddle or drive away. This park is absolutely GORGEOUS and impeccably maintained, including hiking trails, public facilities, showers, boat launch and pick up, etc.

Just a short drive to multiple Blue Ridge Parkway entry points for ease of access to Boone, Appalachian State University, Blowing Rock, Grandfather Mountain, Banner Elk, and the Linville Gorge.

Mount Jefferson and Grayson Highlands are also just a short drive away for unlimited hiking and incredible mountain views. My personal favorite is hiking with the wild ponies at Grayson Highlands!

We have Firewood available for a nominal fee. Just let us know and we will make arrangements to have it ready for you upon arrival.

Please respect quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM each evening.



New River Redemption

Camp Faith is a new Faith-based campground located in Northeast Tennessee, in a small town called Butler. There are 81 acres to explore during your stay. So far, there are 5 primitive cabins as well as a 2 bedroom 1-1/2 bath cottage. We plan on building more as the campground grows. There will be 11 rv sites with full hook-ups very soon. There are several primitive tent sites thru out, many of which are creek side. Each primitive cabin has a queen bed and a bunk bed with a full over full. There is a mini fridge and coffee maker in the unit. There is a bathhouse less than 100' away with 7 full bathrooms, a fully stocked common kitchen, and a laundry room with coin-operated washer/dryers. Each primitive cabin would have a private bathroom during your stay. Each bathroom is 8' x 10' so there is plenty of room to get ready for your day. Relax on the bathhouse deck with a gas fireplace and rustic seating. There is also a stocked bookshelf, board games for the kids, and a ping pong table inside. There are outdoor games, too. There are 4 axe throwing lanes, a knife throwing lane, darts, ring and hook games, tetherball, horseshoes, corn hole, plus more. We are planning on having sand volleyball, an outdoor movie screen, a rock climbing wall, archery, plus other amenities in the near future. Mingle with other guests around the common firepit, which is on a small island, surrounded by the creek. There is a small pond with fish. Bring your pole. There is also plenty of wildlife to enjoy. We have deer, turkey, bobcats, a random cougar, bear, groundhogs and more. There are roads thru out the property so you can hike and explore. Black Branch Creek comes out of the National Forest and runs the the middle of the property. The constant sound of water makes this a peaceful getaway for you and your family and friends.

The property borders the Cherokee National Forest. There is a trail to a small waterfall/swimming hole. Black Branch Creek runs thru the center of the property and empties into beautiful Watauga lake across the street. Watauga is a breathtaking , 6,430-acre TVA reservoir. The Cherokee National Forest adjoins much of the reservoir and the Appalachian Trail runs along its northwestern edge. The shoreline is farmland, wooded, and mountainous. The reservoir was formed by the impounding of the Watauga River in 1948.

The property is centrally located to plenty of activities. There are several beautiful waterfalls in the area. Two are just a 15 minute drive from the property. The North Carolina line is just 10 minutes away. Bristol is a 50 minute drive. Johnson City is a 50 minute drive. Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is just 45 minutes away. Beech Mountain Ski resort is only 37 minutes away.



Camp Faith

Wonderful area in the mountains of North Carolina. Sloping hills in all directions. Enjoy the world famous Mile High Swinging Bridge and is gorgeous panoramic views. Elk River Falls, winery, fishing, kayaking, nature. Grandfather Mountain Nature Park in walking distance across the Mile High Swinging Bridge. An outdoor adventure dream.



Elk Mountain RV

Relax and enjoy our cabins located near West Jefferson, North Carolina and a short distance from Grayson Highlands State Park and Mount Rogers National Recreation in Virginia. Stay in one of our cozy cabins while being lulled to sleep by the sound of the babbling brook flowing through our property. While our cabins look rustic from the outside, they have comfort and charm on the inside. We are the perfect cabin getaway for relaxing weekends, or just a tranquil escape from the pressures of everyday life.



The Cabins At Healing Springs

Immerse yourselves in a unique nature experience on 60 acres of secluded paradise in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our 3 glamping sites offer privacy and modern amenities including BBQ grill, fire pit, heated shelter, memory-foam bed(s), and solar power only 3 min from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Walk to our on-site waterfall or explore nearby Crabtree/Linville Falls just 20 mins away. Secluded but only 5 min drive to Walmart. Get off the grid and embrace the best parts of camping with your loved ones.

Our land is situated at a center point of some of the best hiking in North Carolina. Less than 45 mins from Linville Gorge, Mt. Mitchell, Grandfather Mountain, and Roan Mountain, and within 20 mins of 3 popular waterfall hikes at Crabtree Falls, Tom's Creek Falls, and Linville Falls. Over a mile from any residences on our own forested ridge, but only a 5 min drive to Walmart for quick supply runs!

Each of our 3 structures were hand-built on custom \~25' x 25' deck platforms in the Summer of 2022.

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**Site #1 Yurt: The Gnome's Yome**

- 1 Memory-Foam Queen Mattress
- Best long range views
- Outdoor gravity-fed shower (usually cold)
- Outhouse shared with Site #2



**Site #2 Dome: April's Treetop Dome**

- 1 Memory-Foam King Mattresses
- Highest elevation site with Black Mtn views
- Custom circular deck
- Outhouse shared with Site #1



**Site #3 Yurt: The Wild Fairy Inn**

- 2 Memory-Foam Queen Mattresses
- Covered kitchen area
- Largest deck space (300 sqft)
- Private outhouse



**The following amenities apply to all 3 glampsites. Please READ all below.**

**BEDS** \-- At each site, there are king or queen memory-foam mattresses. If someone would like to pitch their own tent by the fire pit at any site, they are welcome to.

**KITCHEN** \-- There is an outdoor kitchen equipped with a BBQ grill & single-stove burner cooktop, two 5-gallon water jugs, a sink basin, and a big cooler pre-filled with ice.

**POWER** \-- A 2000-Wh solar battery and 400W of solar panels provide plentiful power for device charging, lights, and a standing fan.

**HEAT** — A propane heater is provided with 20lb propane tank for heating. There are screened windows, a standing fan, and roof vent for cooling. The yurts/domes are not temperature controlled environments.

**BATH + SHOWER** \-- Each site will have a clean & private outhouse about 100ft walk from the site stocked with toilet paper, hand sanitizer, and sawdust. There is one outdoor shower available at the Site #1 Gnomes Yome.

**WIFI** \-- There is no wifi on-site, but there is LTE cell service for T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon (provider signal strengthens in that order).

**ACCESS** \-- You will park about 100-150 ft away from the sites and walk to them via a fairy-lit trail through the forest. NOTE you will drive on a mile of gravel road to get to the property that can be rough in a few areas. There is nothing steep, just chewed up and bumpy. (take it slow and steady and you will be fine).

\*\***FIRE**\*\*-- Fires are allowed in the fire rings only. There are fire rings at each glampsite. Gather your own fire material from the site or purchase a fire starter and firewood from Walmart to make things easy!

**TO-BRING-LIST:**

- Headlamp
- Sturdy shoes or boots
- Reusable water bottle
- Bug spray
- An extra layer or two!





Outercamp, Hoot Owl Ridge

\*\*Check in time is from 4pm - 8pm. Please coordinate with us in advance if you need to arrive before or after these times. \*\*

Relax in our privately owned family campground where we welcome all, including your furry pets…Enjoy trout fishing (no license required) or play a game of cornhole or floating down the stream in your inner tube or kayak. Challenge your family to a fun, action packed game of volleyball or Disc Golf…. End your relaxing day sitting around your own firepit…( option to purchase firewood).

We are new to the Dyrt platform, however, you can read all our fantastic SuperHost reviews on AirB&B or Google.

**BRING YOUR OWN DRINKING WATER…**.**It is $30 to reserve the site for 1 tent. Each additional tent will be charged $30 upon check in.**

Bookings 7 days or more qualify for a 20% discount upon check in. If campground is not crowded, generators will be allowed.

Serenity Haven is honored to offer our active military, retired veterans, Firefighters and Men and Women in Blue a discount of 10% off their bookings. We thank them for their service. Please text us for further details!

We have handicap Porta potties on site. We supply the Cottonelle!

Find us on Instagram: @serenityhavencamping



Serenity Haven

At just over two miles from Interstate 81 on the Tennessee/ Virginia border in Bristol, this fully equipped, pet friendly campsite is ideally set on a 50 acre private family farm. You will enjoy amazing long range mountain views and our hiking trails. Bring your food, drinks, and bedding, we provide an amazing 10x12 safari tent with a comfy queen bed & camp furniture.(Tentrr Signature Site).

Also at the campsite is a stone fire pit, with swing grill top. We have water, outhouse, camp sink & shower.

We can also provide some extras, such as firewood, a cooler filled w/ ice, drinking water, and camp cookware for a small fee. These things free up that valuable car space when traveling.

Located just 3 miles from the new Hard Rock Casino in Bristol. 5 Miles to downtown State Street, and 5 miles to The Pinnacle for retail therapy & “Eats”.

Come camp & hike at Buck Rock Farm.



Buck Rock Farm

Come visit us in our quaint village of Todd, NC, where the Virginia Creeper Railroad ended its journey back in the day. We have an awesome backyard along Elk Creek for primitive camping and one RV hookup in the front yard!



Rivergirl Fish Camp

Eco Friendly Glamping Yurt in Roan Mountain TN

Off the grid Glamping Yurt located on the historic tweetsie trail & nestled on Doe River complete with queen bed, mountain views, full shower & bathroom, fire pit and grill. Take a stroll just feet away to the Doe River & cast a line, ride your bike or take a walk on the tweetsie trail or take a shuttle to hike the Appalachian Trail. Farm fresh eggs and fresh vegetables from our aquaponics greenhouse.



Roan Mountain Glamping

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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!

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