Best Glamping near Moncure, NC
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area offers canvas glamping accommodations at Crosswinds Campground, combining natural surroundings with luxury outdoor stays. Glamping sites feature comfortable beds, electrical hookups, and showers in a lakeside setting with beach access. The spacious sites provide privacy among Carolina pine trees while maintaining proximity to amenities. Eco-friendly glamping options include water and sewer hookups with 30/50 amp electrical service. Glamping accommodations at Cozy Heron provide picnic tables, hot showers, and toilet facilities in a serene waterfront environment. A visitor noted, "The sites are private and large, bathrooms are clean and nice. We stayed in B loop, and beach access is close."
The recreation area surrounding these luxury outdoor stays offers extensive hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and water activities on Jordan Lake. Kayaking and canoeing launch directly from lakeside sites, with a dedicated boat ramp within the park for glamping guests. Wildlife viewing opportunities include deer sightings and bald eagles. The Moorehead Planetarium hosts monthly astronomy events at Jordan Lake, providing unique stargazing experiences for glamping visitors. Swimming beaches with sand shorelines are available within walking distance of canvas tent camping areas. According to one camper, "Hiking, biking, paddling, are all great things to do during your stay. There is also a boat launch within the park in case power boating or fishing is your thing, but kayaks and canoes can easily launch from the lakeside campsites." The glamping season at Crosswinds runs from January through early October.