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Jordan Lake State Recreation Area campgrounds welcome pets throughout their multiple camping areas, including Poplar Point, Crosswinds, and Parkers Creek. Each campground maintains spacious, shaded sites with ample room between neighbors, providing privacy for campers with dogs. Leashed pets are permitted at all campsites, though owners should be prepared to keep dogs secured at all times while in public areas. The recreation area's extensive shoreline offers numerous opportunities for dogs to cool off, though designated swimming areas may have specific pet restrictions. Crosswinds Campground features both standard tent sites and RV spots with electric and water hookups, while some locations like Moccasin Branch at Raven Rock State Park offer pet-friendly cabin options. Goodwins RV Campground in Moncure provides a convenient location for RV campers with pets, featuring full hookup sites and picnic tables. Bathrooms and shower facilities at most campgrounds are well-maintained, making longer stays with pets more comfortable. The campground is clean and well maintained, meandering around a very large lake with several beaches and boat launch areas.
Hiking trails throughout Jordan Lake State Recreation Area accommodate leashed dogs, with multiple access points available from the various campgrounds. Many campers appreciate the extensive trail system that provides exercise opportunities for both pets and their owners without leaving the park boundaries. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid heat stress on pets, as temperatures can climb quickly in North Carolina's humid climate. White Pines Nature Preserve near Moncure offers additional hiking paths that run parallel to Deep River for those seeking variety. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs as well, so bringing familiar bedding and toys can help pets settle at night. San-Lee Park in nearby Sanford provides an alternative camping option with tent sites and drinking water available. Campers with pets should note that alcohol is prohibited at most state park campgrounds, including Jordan Lake's various camping areas, though this restriction doesn't apply to all private campgrounds in the region.
"Poplar Point Campground could quite possibly be the best campground in all of North Carolina!"
"Poplar Point is located on the banks of the lake in the Jordan Lake State Recreation Area."
from $27 - $37 / night
Check Availability"This area is such a short drive from the triangle area of North Carolina, yet this park feels quite remote. Like many state parks, this one excels in the services department. "
"Located just 30 miles west of Raleigh, Jordan Lake provides 7 different access points throughout this amazing natural preserve. "
from $27 - $77 / night
Check Availability"We brought our dog on our hike. The trails are easily followed and they include long and short Trails for your enjoyment. great day trip."
"The campground is walking distance to Raven Rock trails and you get a free walk up pass to get in. We had a very good time and will definitely go back."
from $27 - $75 / night
Check Availability"The river is a short walk away from all the sites if you want to get a great picture with the sunrise. Overall, I definitely recommend."
"There are a few sites and a pit toilet nearby but you can not see each other. I highly recommend!"
from $17 / night
Check Availability"If you are looking for someplace close to Jordan Dam boat launch, or are looking for a long term site, this is for you."
"Great hiking trails or you can just read and cook by the fire. Have been going there for years with my kids. An excellent, little known spot."
from $17 / night
Check Availability"I could barely believe that we're only 20 or so minutes away from a large city like Raleigh and we are able to access such amazing natural beauty so easily. "
"Dry sites right on lake shore facing east. Quite lake with few powerboats so my partner could enjoy it with our dog in a blowup kayak. Some traffic noise from US 64 in daylight hours but not bad."
from $27 - $72 / night
Check Availability"There are hiking and biking trails as well as kayaking and other water sports on the lake there."
"Contrary to what has been written, I would highly recommend San-Lee Park to anyone looking for a short and easy escape from the nearby Raleigh-Durham area."
from $15 / night
Check Availability"Pets are welcome, but as everywhere, dogs must be on a leash (not more than 6' long). If you put the address into your GPS, it will take you to the main fairgrounds."
"Restaurants and downtown Raleigh are within short driving distance. Public bathrooms and showers (cold water) are a 2 minute walk to Horse Complex H6, Barn B Very little tree cover."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"The lake is the true star."
"The only bad thing was the traffic noise, so I recommend getting a site near the lake."
TravelerThis is one of my favorite camping spots in the North Carolina triangle area. There is a tremendous amount of hiking and trails to do around here. The Eno River is more than safe to swim or paddle in. Dogs are welcome here! If you can camp close to the river, I recommend, it's great to fall asleep to the sounds of the river. Bring bug spray!
GuideBeautiful campground, meticulously maintained. Store , restaurant, pool, dog park, kayak on lake,putt putt, cornhole, shuffleboard, horseshoes just to name a few
LegendPoplar Point Campground could quite possibly be the best campground in all of North Carolina! Yes, I know, that’s quite a statement to make, considering all of the amazing places in the great state of North Carolina. So let me explain why I reached this conclusion:
• Some of the most outstanding hiking trails
• Heavily wooded forest paradise that delivers privacy and solitude
• Perfectly maintained amenities such as picnic tables, fold-up fire ring and grills
• Bathroom facilities are some of the best I’ve experienced with state-run facilities
• Direct access to a fantastic lakeside experience, complete with boat launches
• Designated swimming area complete with life vests
• On-site park staff were nothing short of amazing, helpful and incredibly friendly
• Close access to purchase anything that might be needed
Insider’s tip? Be sure to get down to the lake from wherever your campsite is just after sunset and bring a couple of folding chairs and a telescope (pre-planning here is needed!) to catch a glimpse of one of the most amazing star-studded night skies you’ve ever seen in your life!
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GuideWe stopped for an overnight. Resort was undergoing renovation at the time. But there is propane available; laundry , pool, and dump station. Also catch and release fishing and a dog park.
ScoutThis is our first RV spot. We wanted the amenities for our four year old. Playground, mini golf, horseshoe, 3 dog parks, 2 pools, lots of bathrooms, 2 launderettes, lots of cabins, pull through spots and cabins.
ScoutThis quiet gem was just what I needed. It’s close enough to shoppes, diners, and other activities. It’s also close to the NC Zoo. With dedicated and mixed spots, it’s perfect for tents and RVs. Did I mention the staff? They’re friendly and helpful.
Zooland is a great place for solo, family, or group. The campground offers a pool, activities, walking trails, as well as laundry facilities and 2 bath houses. There’s also a dog park for your K9 family member(s).
Most sites have water and electrical hook ups. But one word of caution; you may or may not have cell service. But there is wi-fi throughout the property.
LegendI’m not sure if this campground is correctly named Holly Point Campground, which after my experience, I would rename it HOLY Point Campground, as this outdoor nature preserve is truly a slice of heaven carved out in the middle of North Carolina’s finest camping paradise. If you find yourself in the hustle and bustle of nearby Raleigh and looking to get away from the crowds and pavement in exchange for some nice shaded nature, hiking trails and calm peace & quiet that only nature can offer, then make your way here to Holly Point Campground@ Falls Lake SRA, where you will not be disappointed.
All of the basics are provided in spades – from picnic table, fold-up fire ring / BBQ grill, bear-proof garbage hanger and a nice small pebble-strewn flat patch of well-maintained nature that offers pristine shade from an unrelenting bit of summer North Carolina sunshine from the tall matchstick-like long leave needle pines. While there’s not a terrible amount of brush between the campsites, you will have semi-privacy unlike many other nearby campgrounds.
The on-site facilities (bathrooms& showers) are just slightly north of passable and only a smidge better than you’d expect from a state-run campground, and so this campground gets its only mediocre marks on this front. But that said, there’s plenty of hiking trails to explore and the on-site rangers are incredibly helpful and positive folks that want to ensure you have a great time, but the best amenity on this property is the access to Falls Lake itself, where there is a perfectly sectioned off swimming area, as well as boat launching areas for those that want to fish or simply drop a kayak or canoe in the water and take enjoy a lakeside cruise.
Insider's tips? Here's a handful: (1) While IMHO there is no bad spot here in all of Holly Point Campground, there are obviously some that are better than others. Given this, I would highly rank Loops 4 (#118-119, #121-123) & 5 (#141-147; #149, #150, #152-155) as well as the southern and eastern side of Loop 2 (#36-39; #55-71; #73, #75), given their proximity to and views of Falls Lake itself. Of course, the sites that are located closer to the water are those more preferred; (2) If you're an angler, you'll be looking to catch some large-mouthed bass, yellow perch, blue gill, channel and flathead catfish and I recommend the areas that are heaviest shadowed around the lake edges; (3) When you grow weary of having to fix up that next campsite meal and simply want to error on the side of ease and comfort, then check out nearby Buffalo Bros who serve up some pretty might wings and amazing pies (there's also burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads and other basic Americana foodstuffs) or Nantucket Grill for some pretty outstanding Jambalaya and seafood diablo pasta; and (4) If you love extreme outdoors adventures, then check out Xtreme Park Adventures for indoor and outdoor courses for paintball and laser tag.
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RangerI lived in Fayetteville, NC for over 10 years and just recently stopped by to visit friends as we travelled up north.
We picked this campground because it only 1 mile off I-95 and closest RV park we could find near Fayetteville .
Dirt road to campsite is packed white sand and well maintained (it had rained 2 days prior so it was not dusty)
There were full hookup and lots of big rigs/TT and class A’s in park. The park is well maintained and the owners clearly care about creating a nice atmosphere. The sites themselves are hard packed sand and you have a very nice patio and fire pit.
During the right season Memorial- Labor Day there is a nice size pool. They have a Catch and Release fishing pond and a cute walking trail The campground is close to Walmart and other eating places
⛺️other camping in the area-while I did not visit these locations recently- when I lived here I used to camp at Waldo’s Beach Campground In Fayetteville but it is not near the interstate. There is also a military/gov only campground on Fort Bragg you can check into.
Fun things to do in Fayetteville/Fort Bragg Area:
Fun things to do: 📌Airborne and Special Operations Museum (downtown). You may also enjoy the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Museum is located on Fort Bragg(call this museum directly for details)
❤️Paraclete XP skydive center (in raeford,N.C. close to Fayetteville) -One of the largest skydive centers in the world! so worth it!!! Just going and watching is pretty awesome
🥾Cape fear river trail 10.6 mile round trip multi use trail
💐 🌳 Cape Fear Botanical Garden
🐶giant dog park (near Botanical Garden)
📌Zip quest waterfall and tree top adventure zip line
🧗♀️ The Climbing Place (rock climbing)- downtown.
📌Defy Fayetteville Trampoline park
⚾️ Minor league baseball team Fayetteville Woodpeckers are hosted here in town and a new stadium was built.
🎥 🍿 Cameo Arthouse Theater- Indy theater- sit upstairs in the LOGE!
Cape fear botanical garden (Big dog park near the gardens)
Happy Camping! Pamela and Keith
LegendThis area is such a short drive from the triangle area of North Carolina, yet this park feels quite remote. Like many state parks, this one excels in the services department.
Bathrooms and showers were clean and comfortable, as were the campsites.
Each camping loop felt tucked away into its own little neighborhood, and the large campsites offered space so that you aren’t stacked right next to your neighbor. We camped in the nonelectric loop (we always bring our solar panel) for 3 nights in mid-February and there were very few campers around, but the neighboring loop with electrical hook-up sites were 3/4 full with large rigs.
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. It was a bit too chilly to get on the water in February, so we opted for hiking and biking.
The closest services for gas or a few extra snacks are within 5 minutes of the park.
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area offers several campgrounds with varied terrain and amenities near Moncure, North Carolina. The recreation area spans multiple sections around a 14,000-acre reservoir with 180 miles of shoreline. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, affecting shoreline access and swimming conditions throughout the year. Campgrounds are positioned on rolling terrain with sites that take advantage of natural elevation changes.
Fishing at Poplar Point: Set up at waterfront sites for direct lake access. "Like the way the campsites take advantage of the rolling terrain. Campsites are roomy. Lots of shade. We had a substantial deluge while there, and the water drained just fine," notes Stuart O. at Poplar Point Campground.
Kayaking from accessible launch points: Paddle the lake's extensive shoreline with minimal boat traffic in certain areas. "We stayed at Jordan Lake Campground. It had nice hiking trails. The lake is pretty big. Exploring on our kayaks was a lot of fun," reports Christine J.
Hiking with dogs at Raven Rock: Follow trails with varied terrain suitable for leashed pets. "We brought our dog on our hike. The trails are good for family and have been here numerous times and will continue to go even though we have hiked all the trails," explains William R. at Moccasin Branch Campground.
Spacious, private sites: Find roomy camping areas with natural separation. "We camped at C-52. This site was very spacious, easy to back into, and level. This was a HUGE site, lots of space between neighbors. We love camping with lots of trees and nature," shares Martha S.
Waterfront access: Book sites with direct water views and boat access. "Even if you aren't on the water you still have a beautiful view of the lake. The spots are well spread out so you don't feel like you are on top of each other and it's very kid friendly," says Bailey R. at Poplar Point.
Secluded swimming areas: Discover quieter sections of shoreline away from main beaches. "Been here twice this summer with friends. Loved being able to just chill in the lake away from it all. Rangers can be very ticket-happy if you bring beer so be aware," advises Joanna R.
Alcohol restrictions: State park campgrounds prohibit alcohol, with enforcement by rangers. "Rangers can be very ticket-happy if you bring beer so be aware," warns Joanna R.
Gate hours: Some campgrounds restrict late-night entry. "They lock the gate after a certain hour. If you need something or arrive after hours you are out of luck," cautions Debbie F. at Crosswinds Campground.
No sewer hookups at sites: Most campgrounds offer water and electric only. "There is no septic on your site," notes Debbie F., though dump stations are available near camping circles.
Seasonal water quality: Lake conditions vary by season and location. "During summer months, parts of the lake may experience algae growth," according to park officials.
Beach access: Parker's Creek has family-friendly shorelines. "Stayed here 4 nights late October very pleasant. Dry sites right on lake shore facing east. Quite lake with few powerboats so my partner could enjoy it with our dog in a blowup kayak," shares Joe Y. at Parkers Creek Campground.
Playground facilities: Some recreation areas include play equipment for children. "There are options for boat or jet ski rentals VERY close. For those that care about working on laptop or streaming TV while camping, our cellphone hotspots worked great," notes Andrew S.
Dog-friendly beaches: Find areas where pets can swim safely. "There are tons of small beaches that you can walk or boat to that are secluded enough to allow your dog to run freely," recommends Andrew S.
Rainy day options: The Nature Center at San-Lee Park offers indoor activities. "This park has lots of hiking trails, a fantastic park for the kiddos, Nature Center, a gorgeous lake perfect for a day of fishing, mountain bike trails, paddle boat rental and a pretty impressive campground," describes Stuart K. at San-Lee Park.
Level sites: Most RV sites require minimal adjustment. "It's a pretty relaxing spot. Restaurants and downtown Raleigh are within short driving distance," notes J D. at North Carolina State Fairgrounds.
Cell coverage: Good connectivity for remote work. "For those that care about working on laptop or streaming TV while camping, our cellphone hotspots worked great. We got anywhere from 30-55mbps with our Verizon cell coverage," reports Andrew S.
Hidden dog-friendly campgrounds near Moncure: Look for smaller, less obvious options. "You'll have to look hard to find Goodwin's RV Campground. From Raleigh-Durham, you'll head west past Holly Springs then dip a bit north before getting off the main highway (Rt 1) near Moncure," advises Stuart K. at Goodwins RV Campground.
Full hookup availability: Select campgrounds offer complete services. "Amazing spots for RVs on the water! There are TONS of spots that are right on the lake yet have plenty of trees for privacy. Each has a nice fire pit/grill and picnic table. Dump stations are not far from any of the circles," details Andrew S.
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