Camping options near Mount Airy, North Carolina range from tent sites to full-service RV facilities with direct access to regional outdoor attractions. Cell service varies across different camping areas, with Wi-Fi available at select campgrounds including Fries New RiverTrail RV Park where campers report strong signal even for video calls. Most campgrounds in the region operate year-round, though some close during winter months.
What to do
Bike the New River Trail: Located just blocks from Fries New RiverTrail RV Park, the 57-mile trail follows the New River and features gentle grades. "We rode the first 6 miles (and back) of the New River Trail to the train trestle and through the tunnel, just beyond. Easy ride with 2% grade," notes Jennifer K.
Enjoy disc golf and outdoor games: Some campgrounds include recreational amenities on-site. At Chantilly Farm RV/Tent Campground, "They have a nice little camp store in case you forget anything. Frisbee golf and cornhole is available too!" says Joan.
Visit local wineries: The region offers vineyard experiences within close proximity to camping. Kristi D. reports from Roaring River Vineyards RV Campground: "Very nice peaceful setting and you can wine taste while you are visiting. It's not a huge family campground with a ton of activities, but a great place to stay overnight on your way somewhere."
What campers like
Mountain views: Several campgrounds offer scenic vistas of the region's mountains. Stacey G. enjoyed her stay at Greystone RV Park: "What a great campground! Small size, gorgeous view, really nice bath house and easy access to Pilot Mt State park."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained campgrounds in the Mount Airy region. "The bathhouse at at the top of the hill is quite clean. There's a pavilion for group events or just to hang out," writes Joe S. about Willville Motorcycle Camp.
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful environment at smaller campgrounds. "We stayed in site #7, closest one to bath house. UPDATE 11/12 THRU 11/15: We stayed in a newer campsite in the rear of the campground. IT WAS AWESOME! It was site #17, up on a slight hill and it had a really nice deck," shares Martha S. about her experience at Fries New RiverTrail RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Some RV sites near Mount Airy operate on limited schedules. Lake Myers RV Resort runs "April 1 to November 1" according to their listing information, while others remain open year-round.
Site types vary significantly: RV camping options range from basic to full-service. At Riverwalk RV Park, "All the sites were very roomy, many pull through sites, very clean and very friendly hosts. All sites were gravel and have a fire pit that you can move around to where you want to build your fire," according to Ricky J.
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds require navigation on narrower roads. Don L. notes about Chantilly Farm RV/Tent Campground: "Wow, getting there was quite a journey over narrow curvy roads but once there it was a nice area. We stayed in a full hookup site 8 on top of a hill overlooking other areas of the park."
Tips for camping with families
Check for kid-friendly amenities: Not all campgrounds cater equally to children. Keanu G. shares about Lake Myers RV Resort: "There was not much at all for them to do other than play in the pool, which was a tad bit dirty. BUT there were storms that weekend so I don't think that was their fault. There is a play ground and game room for older children but nothing for the smaller children to do."
Consider camping during scheduled activities: Some campgrounds offer organized events. Gennie C. notes that Lake Myers RV Resort has "Many activities offered for family with 2 large pools etc."
Look for level sites: Families with young children benefit from flat camping areas. Greg H. mentions about Greystone RV Park: "10 flat, paved spots on the top of hillside looking up at Pilot Mt. You're right next to your neighbors, but was a great spot for a stopover."
Tips from RVers
Check site sizes and access: Some RV parks have limitations on rig size or challenging access. According to Drew W. from Black Dog Acres RV Park: "It was just a little off the path (a few low trees on the route but nothing going slow and caulk won't fix). Super easy pull through sites with convenient hookups."
Water pressure varies: Water service can differ between campgrounds. Sherri J. comments about Fries New RiverTrail RV Park: "Being at the end of the water line for the park, our pressure wasn't great so we used our fresh water tank and water pump for showers and to wash dishes but the pressure was adequate for making coffee, brushing our teeth and filling the water bowls for the dogs."
Wi-Fi access differs by location: Internet connectivity varies by campground. "Great WiFi and cable hookups," notes Nancy C. about Fries New RiverTrail RV Park, while others may have limited connectivity.
