9 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Mount Gilead RV parks include Morrow Mountain State Park Campground with electric hookups, water spigots, and a dump station on exit. The park offers 34 RV sites with gravel pads and picnic tables, though some campers report uneven terrain. Pine Lake RV Resort in Wagram provides full hookup sites with 50-amp service, while Thousand Trails Forest Lake features pull-through and back-in sites accommodating larger motorhomes with 30/50-amp connections. Badin Lake Campground in the Uwharrie National Forest has paved parking pads but no electric hookups. "Sites were gravel, not all level, but not too bad. Full hook-ups, picnic table and fire pit."
Between Mount Gilead and Albemarle, most RV parks remain open year-round, though amenities like pools typically close during winter months. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with stronger Verizon coverage at Morrow Mountain but spotty reception in more remote areas of Uwharrie National Forest. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during fall weekends when occupancy rates peak. A review noted that "Off season it feels so nice to be out of our house but not needing masks constantly." Most parks accommodate pets with designated walking areas, and several offer on-site propane refill services. Dump stations are available at state park campgrounds, while private RV resorts typically provide full sewer hookups at individual sites.
from $47 / night
"They have 30 amp and 50 amp sites to suit your needs. There is a nice restaurant to eat at, a small convenience store, arcade games, 3 pools and a ton of activities."
"People and pet friendly. Adult and under 18 pools open seasonably. Gated and campers are given individual codes to get in after hours."
"We were looking for a place to stay that would be close to the venue and close to the bride’s family and happen upon this little gem. Full hookups (30 & 50 amp), WiFi and cable."
"Loved my stay here with my family and extended family. NC was a perfect place to hold a family reunion. We camped here and 2 other places, and loved every second of it."
"The park is clean with a lake to finish in and hiking trails that you can go explore."
"This campground is very clean and quiet with lots of things to do, there is a pond to go fishing and the campground has a variety of boats and kayaks that you can use on the pond, there are lots of places"
from $40 / night
"Ivory Clay Farm is now bookable on The Dyrt and offers a nice quiet place to rest just outside of the Winston-Salem & Greensboro Area. "
"This is a great relaxing get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life! As the owners, we love relaxing & enjoying the bonfires, sunsets, wildlife & star gazing."
from $35 / night
"I lived here for two years on a long term spot. If short term you will be In a small gravel lot. There are no amenities, no shower houses. No frills."
"Sky's the sinery all just gerogous"
"Some amenities. Bass lake is small, but nice and the weather was beautiful so it was a nice setting as the evening feel. Fun watching all the turtles in water bobbing in and out."
"The swaying of pine trees with the smell of the forest greets us at this easily accessible site in our motorhome."
"Very family friendly camp ground. Sites are close together, but not too terrible. Sites include tent pad, fire ring with grate, table, lantern hook."
Available next weekend
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from $30 - $50 / night
GuideStopped here after our fiasco with holly bluff. Beautiful campground with trees. Very quiet during the day and peaceful. The only thing we found curious was the vehicle in and right back out activity between 10:30-pm and 1am back and forth to campers that were long term stays. Made nighttime hard to sleep in site 3 with vehicles back and forth for hours .
GuideStopped in to get a spot for a few nights nights because it said they had available rv spots Unfortunately they didn’t know which end was up and tried to squeeze us into a spot that might have hookups that maybe worked but they couldn’t be sure. It was a joke. We left after waiting several minutes waiting while they were looking for a place to maybe squeeze us in because we had a small camper. No thanks. Would not recommend staying here til they get there act together
RangerWhen I’m traveling through the area, I do my best to stay here. It is a peaceful and well kept campground. It is an adult and a kid friendly environment. It’s one of the few places you can feel safe. I highly recommend this place.
ScoutLooking for a nice place for a camping getaway? We highly recommend checking out the Deep River Campground in Asheboro, NC. The location itself is beautiful. It is literally on the Deep River and features a hiking trail that runs along the river past the remnants of a historical damn, where a small area of rapids gently swirls around the big rocks spanning the river. There’s also a large lake with a nice grassy expanse for picnics, playing games or just lazing around lakeside. This campground has been around for a while, but it has new owners now and they are breathing some for real new life into the place. They have already made lots of repairs and improvements, and you can see more in progress. There are sites for RVs with all the hook-ups, and great primitive sites for tent camping, several located right on the river. If you don’t have an RV and sleeping on the ground doesn’t spark joy, they have a few small rustic but nicely-appointed cabins. You’ll find two pools, several covered picnic shelters, a playground for the small ones, and several options for older kids and adults to play, like a horseshoe pit and a nice game room. They also have planned activities like movie nights and weiner roasts most evenings to entertain and create community among campers. They are pet friendly and have their own pet mascots on site— a flock of ducks including beautifully colored teals and mallards. We were just there for 2 nights, but I have a good feeling we’ll be visiting there again soon. Definitely worth a visi
TravelerThis property should not be advertised. It was next to a cow pasture and the flies were horrible. We could not even get out of our van. The other trailers there were obviously long term and not well maintained. The inn had n the property was dilapidated and closed. Nothing in the description was anything like our experience. We decided to leave after seeing the condition of everything. Real bad.
RangerWas a monthly Camper when I came in to the campground. Nobody was cleaning the men’s room. No one was trying to collect the fall leaves. This is an old run down campground. I cleaned the men’s room for free because there was no staff to clean. I regret helping the owner for free on multiple occasions.
TravelerThis is/was marked as dispersed camping but this is primarily an OHV area, with a shooting range nearby that can be heard from some campsites. Most, if not all, of the campsites are intended to be large group sites. The empty site we found was filled with trash, discarded tents, air mattresses, and trashed electronics from OHVs. There's so much trash we would not even be able to take it all out with us if we wanted to. This may be a national forest, but it is not peace and quiet as one would expect from "dispersed and primitive" camping.
GuideThere was other people camping and running their generators all night. Some low lifers on ATV blasted in and out of the parking area and blasting music at 2 am. Good luck getting any sleep here. But enjoyed the trail to it and the forest. Got at least 2 hours of sleep before I packed up.
ScoutThe spots are alright but first night got ate up by ants so hadda move and the other spots are good but have no shade and no signal and not mutch to take pictures of so if you wanna have some survival type camping this is a great location.
Mount Gilead camping areas sit within the Uwharrie National Forest region at elevations between 500-1,000 feet, creating moderate temperature zones with higher humidity in summer months and mild winters. Campgrounds near Mount Gilead range from state park facilities with electric hookups to private RV resorts with recreational activities. Water access is common with several campgrounds positioned near lakes or ponds for fishing and water activities.
Fishing in stocked ponds: Forest Lake RV and Camping Resort offers a dedicated fishing pond where even novice anglers can have success. "I caught 2 sunfishes in 30 min & I'm no fisherman," reports one camper who enjoyed the well-maintained water feature.
Canoe rentals: Morrow Mountain State Park Campground provides canoe and rowboat rentals during seasonal operations. A visitor shared their experience: "We exhausted ourselves hiking and canoeing and much more stuff to do! Nice sites with electric hookups."
Hiking trail exploration: Uwharrie region trails offer varying difficulty levels with well-marked paths. "The trails were clearly marked and easy to follow. Lots of routes varying in views and difficulty were available and the staff were incredibly helpful," notes a camper who stayed at Morrow Mountain's primitive site.
Family-friendly amenities: Cobble Hill RV Campground receives praise for its recreational facilities. "Such a great little campground, nice wooded sites, lake, playground, pool and bonefires and djs on holidays. Trails and fresh eggs in camp store from chickens on site."
Multiple swimming options: Several campgrounds maintain seasonal pools for summer visitors. At Forest Lake RV Resort, campers appreciate the variety: "Part of the Thousand Trails System. 2 swimming pools, camp store, snack bar, fishing pond, basketball court, mini golf, & playground equipment."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The region supports diverse wildlife populations visible from campsites. "We enjoyed our time there and were able to see several deer," mentioned a family staying at Morrow Mountain, while another visitor reported: "The park is gorgeous and full of life. I saw plenty of frogs and tadpoles in the creeks, listened to a symphony of birds."
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the Mount Gilead area have natural terrain variations. According to a visitor at Pine Lake RV Resort: "The only down side is it can be hard to get larger trailers in and out of the park and into and out of some of the sits."
Seasonal operations: While most campgrounds operate year-round, amenities like pools typically close during winter. "There is a swimming pool that is open after Memorial Day," notes a Morrow Mountain visitor regarding facility availability.
Primitive camping preparation: For those seeking backcountry experiences, water access may be limited. "The primitive campground is fine, only 2 miles in. But there is no water so make sure you take enough for the night," advises a hiker at Morrow Mountain.
Park popularity fluctuations: Weekends and summer months bring higher visitor counts. "If you are looking for more isolation, then you may want to try this place off season. I had campers on either side of me and the trail was spitting distance from the campsite."
Kid-friendly activities: Camp Henning at Ellerbe Springs offers 42 acres of explorable land with historical features. "You have 14 RV sites to choose from and 42 beautiful acres to explore. This property was purchased in 2022, and the new owners are continuing to add on to the property."
Plan for organized recreation: Some rv parks near Mount Gilead, North Carolina schedule regular activities. "We were only there Fri-Sun but there were activities planned to include an outdoor movie (with free popcorn), arts & crafts for the kids, candy bar bingo, and a DJ," shares a visitor to Forest Lake.
Animal attractions: Farm animals at several campgrounds provide entertainment for younger campers. "Goats and a horse also live here," mentions a visitor to Cobble Hill, providing an additional attraction beyond standard camping activities.
Campsite selection strategy: When booking at RV parks in Mount Gilead, North Carolina, site location matters. "Love lot 59 and 60. Super close to bathhouses and pool," advises an experienced camper about Cobble Hill RV Campground (now Carolina Rose).
Hookup verification: Ivory Clay Farm offers electric hookups but more limited amenities than larger resorts. "This is a great relaxing get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life," notes the owner, highlighting the peaceful setting rather than extensive facilities.
Transportation considerations: Several campers recommend bringing or renting golf carts at larger properties. "We would suggest either bringing a golf cart, or renting one. There are miles and miles of trails in the woods, along the river bank, and along the lake."
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