6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin options exist near Sanford, North Carolina, with Moccasin Branch Campground at Raven Rock State Park offering modern cabin accommodations. Fayetteville RV Resort & Cottages provides full-service cabin rentals with electricity, running water, and climate control systems. These cabins typically include basic furnishings with beds, tables, and seating areas. Many feature outdoor fire pits and picnic tables for meals. Moonshine Creek Campground offers peaceful cabin experiences that blend comfort with natural surroundings. "The cabins are new, perfectly designed, and have excellent fire pits and new tables. The campground is beautifully spaced out," notes one visitor about the Raven Rock cabins.
Cabin options range from rustic structures to fully-equipped units with modern amenities. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer and fall seasons. Some locations like Cozy Heron Glamping prohibit pets in their cabins, while others like Moonshine Creek Campground welcome pets in designated cabin units. William B. Umstead State Park Campground operates seasonally from March 15 to December 1, while Falls Lake State Recreation Area cabins remain available year-round. One camper described Raven Rock's accommodations as "clean and quiet with easy access. The bathhouse is well maintained as is the camp road. We have stayed during all four seasons and there isn't a bad time."
Most cabins provide beds and basic furniture but require guests to bring their own linens, towels, pillows, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties—some include only outdoor fire pits while others feature refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware. Fayetteville RV Resort & Cottages offers more fully equipped kitchen setups in their cabin units. Basic supplies are available at campground stores like the one at Moonshine Creek, though selection is limited. For grocery shopping, visitors should stock up before arrival as rural campground locations may have limited nearby options. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, campers appreciate that several cabin locations provide firewood on-site, eliminating the need to transport it.
"Each site is large and well spaced out from other campers. Most RV sites are gravel with a fire pit, picnic table and a gravel tent pad beside it. The bathhouse was clean and well maintained."
"Excellent new cabin’s perfect fire pit new tables/restrooms spaced out beautifully designed campground."
from $27 - $75 / night
"This was our very first full-time RV park. We loved being in the park and it easily accommodated our 39ft. Class A. Back-in site but with plenty of room to do so."
"Decent campground in a beautiful location along Lake Jordan. Crosswinds Campground is one of several sites on the lake."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $77 / night
"The spots are clean and well spread out with a hook to hang things on, a fire pit, and a picnic table at each site. The pit toilet is central to all 6 sites."
"There’s a picnic table and a fire ring and two benches. You have to canoe or hike to the site. There are a few sites and a pit toilet nearby but you can not see each other. I highly recommend!"
from $17 / night
"Primitive camping has drive in, picnic table, fire ring, tent spot, and trails starting at your back door ⛺️"
"there are historic cabins with cots to sleep on there is electricity in the cabins."
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from $27 - $75 / night
"Great spot for boondocking near town. Secluded area. Easy communication with homeowner. Thanks!"
from $30 - $50 / night
"The beds are super comfy and AC blew cold. This is a great get a way, very affordable. Owners care a lot about the people that stayed."
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from $99 - $165 / night
"Many of the group sites butt up to the lake. The central fire pit, picnic tables, water spigot and clean restrooms make this a popular choice."
"The“primitive” area is Loop C, which means it does not have water or electricity at the sites. However, the sites do have picnic tables and lantern hangers."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $77 / night
"Miles of mountain bike trails within 30 minutes of the property. A great basecamp after a day of adventuring. Check them out and leave them some love."
from $30 / night
"Lots of recreational activities with lake access. Staff was very friendly. Concrete pads are level and sites are spacious with a picnic table and fire pit. Close to Ft."
"Fire pit, picnic table and cement pad with full hookup. Many AD soldiers and their families fulltime. They have been great."
"It is located a short distance from Interstate 95, making it a great place to spend the night if you are traveling on to another destination. Or stay for a nice relaxing vacation like us."
"campground expecting little more than a comfortable place to sleep and discover the kids have already made tomorrow’s plans before you’ve even finished setting up, and Fayetteville RV Resort & Cottages"
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 .
ScoutVery nice well maintained park with big pull through spaces. Bathhouse are clean and modern. Running a speed test on my T-Mobile phone I got 269mbps down and 6 up. We will definitely stay here again. With GoodSam discount it was $63 a night.
ScoutNice big park with large parking spaces and well marked level spots. Lots of long stay rvs with porches but they are all newer rigs. Decent WiFi
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
GuideThe sites are very large, long and wider at the back, plenty of room for a big group or family. The bathrooms look new and they are clean. Here during the week so it's very empty and quiet.
ScoutWe were able to squeak in for Labor Day weekend. And they are always a great time. Well kept grounds, and really friendly people. The waffles are always a hit and much appreciated! If you can help it- plz don’t skip this spot! You won’t regret it.
LegendSometimes you pull into a campground expecting little more than a comfortable place to sleep and discover the kids have already made tomorrow’s plans before you’ve even finished setting up, and Fayetteville RV Resort & Cottages was that kind of happy surprise for our family. Tucked into the countryside of Wade just minutes from I-95, this beautifully maintained resort combines spacious, mostly shaded RV sites (including enormous pull-throughs accommodating big rigs) with cottages and enough green space that it feels remarkably removed from the highway. Families are especially spoiled here with two swimming pools, mini golf, a playground, walking path, fitness center, clubhouse, clean restrooms and showers, laundry facilities and dog parks, while full-hookup sites with 30/50-amp service make Mom and Dad’s life considerably easier too. One of my favorite memories was watching the boys bounce between swimming and miniature golf until that wonderful end-of-the-day exhaustion finally set in, leaving us to enjoy a quieter evening together back at the campsite. Some campgrounds are where you sleep between adventures - this is one where convincing the kids to actually leave becomes the adventure. With the resort offering numerous long pull-through and back-in sites rather than one clearly superior campsite, I’d choose one of the more shaded sites away from the busiest activity areas if your family values a quieter evening. We would enthusiastically recommend Fayetteville RV Resort for families because it’s exceptionally clean, wonderfully convenient and packed with enough kid-friendly recreation to turn what could easily have been an I-95 pit stop into a genuine family camping getaway.
TravelerWe visited Crosswinds campground at Jordan Lake State Park on the worst heatwave of the year. The great thing about this area is that the sites a well shaded. We were about 50 yards from the lake, with the wind blowing we still were comfortable all day. We stayed on Loop A, which is my favorite loop at the park. There’s no electricity or water at the sites. There are water spickets throughout the loop with potable water. The site is awesome! There’s a small pond beside it. The neighboring sites are close, but regular conversations can not be heard.this loop is always quiet even when there are a lot of people, but it’s never been full when I’m there. I didn’t do good with photos except for the food.
ScoutDecent campground in a beautiful location along Lake Jordan. Crosswinds Campground is one of several sites on the lake. We chose this location since the gates stay open all the time, while other sites have a curfew that can lock you out for the night.
The staff are super friendly and helpful. There’s apparently a camp host whom we never met and they’re on the site next to ours (not sure if they’re supposed to greet us or help us get acquainted with the site, but the staff member at check in was great and did all that when we arrived).
Loop C is quiet, very few children, and less road noise compared to the other loops, but doesn’t have the same access to the lake.
Site C50 is conveniently located close to the bath house, has a large fire pit with adjustable grill, picnic table, and hookups for water and electricity. We’re in a tent, so really just use the electricity. The picnic table here should be replaced, as the wood seems to be rotting, but still does the job. There are a few sites in loop C that do have direct access to the lake, but those tend to be booked all of the time. We explored one last night and couldn’t believe it was vacant and how much nicer it seemed.
Bathrooms are not as clean as I would like, but I bring disinfectant wipes to wipe the toilet before use. Showers are fine, but use an annoying motion sensor to turn the water on/off. Showering at night is annoying with the bugs because the bathhouse is lit like a beacon (probably for safety). Waiting for the daytime is a better experience. Also, there isn’t a washing station for dishes, and we do that at our site.
Firewood can be purchased by the staff at the campground entrance; however, the exact same firewood is almost $4 fewer at a Refuel station down the street. Definitely stop into that gas station store for things you might need.
Overall, really good experience staying here, some annoying things, but won’t ruin your stay.
Cabin accommodations near Sanford, North Carolina include both seasonal and year-round options with various levels of amenities. Sanford sits in the Sandhills region at approximately 360 feet elevation, where temperatures generally range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Most cabin sites are situated near waterways, including the Cape Fear River and Jordan Lake, providing water recreation opportunities during warmer months.
Fishing spots: Jordan Lake offers multiple fishing areas where anglers can catch bass and other freshwater species. "Great campsites, nice wooded sites and close to lake access. Great hiking trails and very family friendly. Deer walked right behind our site. Boat ramp in campground," notes a visitor at Crosswinds Campground.
River activities: The Cape Fear River provides natural water features for swimming and cooling off. "It is a place of beauty and next to cape fear river, has plenty of places to hike to and to camp," shares a camper about Moccasin Branch Campground. Another visitor mentions, "The trails are nice and short, not too much room for extra exploration. Best advice is there are some big rocks in the river at various locations that you can lay on and take a nap."
Trail exploration: Multiple hiking options exist within short driving distance. "Raven Rock State Park is known for its namesake cliffs on the edge of the Cape Fear River. It has over a dozen miles of trails, which include horseback riding, hiking, and cycling trails," explains a reviewer about Canoe Camp.
Waterfront accessibility: Many cabins provide direct water access for recreation. "Some sites are on the lake and close enough to pull your boat up to the shore. The bathhouse has a lot to be desired. Beach is nice and the sites are spacious," reports a visitor to Crosswinds Campground.
Natural features: The region's rock formations create unique swimming and relaxation opportunities. "We hiked in from the parking lot to one of the canoe in sites on the river. I loved all the trails, mainly the one that goes from the campsite I was on to the river where there is natural waterslide," explains a camper at Moccasin Branch Campground.
Quiet atmosphere: William B. Umstead State Park Campground provides a peaceful environment despite being near urban areas. "This is a very easy park to find. Decent amount of parking, but it is a highly trafficked area. I have not yet camped here, but I've hiked on the trails. There are multiple trails, for varying skill level."
Seasonal availability: Operating schedules vary significantly among properties. William B. Umstead State Park Campground is open from March 15 to December 1, while other locations maintain year-round operations.
Cabin amenities: Facilities differ between properties. "We stayed 3 nights in June. Two days on the water, tubing and kayaks. Cooked out, had a great time. The beds are super comfy and AC blew cold," notes a visitor to Cozy Heron Glamping.
Pet policies: Rules regarding animals vary by location. "This was our 3rd time staying here. This park has a wonderful creek running through the middle of it and most short-term sites back up to it. There are also a couple of camping cabins and some tent sites," explains a camper about Moonshine Creek Campground, which allows pets in certain cabins.
Reservation requirements: Advanced booking is essential, particularly for Raven Rock's limited cabin inventory. "The site was beautiful. Flat and spacious. There's a picnic table and a fire ring and two benches. You have to canoe or hike to the site. There are a few sites and a pit toilet nearby but you can not see each other."
Activity options for children: Several locations offer kid-friendly recreation areas. "This campground is right on a lake allowing for drive in campground with a body of water to swim, kayak, and enjoy only 100 yards away. Showers, bathrooms, and running drinking water is nearby," mentions a visitor to William B. Umstead State Park Campground.
Swimming areas: Rolling View at Falls Lake State Recreation Area features designated swimming sections appropriate for children. "The lake is beautiful and great for kids. We will be going back!" notes a visitor. Another camper adds, "Nice, big sites and plenty of good areas for swimming, hiking, and fishing. We always catch a ton of fish!"
Educational opportunities: Seasonal programs teach children about local ecosystems. "So much fun to camp here. They had a controlled burn of the Holly Hill Loop In February. It was really neat and educational to see the charred bottoms of the trees," shares a visitor to Rolling View.
Site accessibility: Smith Lake Army RV Park offers level pads and good access. "Clean and level site (6). Fire pit, picnic table and cement pad with full hookup. Many AD soldiers and their families fulltime. They have been great," reports a reviewer. Another visitor adds, "Concrete pads are level and sites are spacious with a picnic table and fire pit."
Hookup availability: Most cabin camping locations near Sanford provide partial to full hookups. "This was our very first full-time RV park. We loved being in the park and it easily accommodated our 39ft. Class A. Back-in site but with plenty of room to do so. Each site has water and electric hook-up," reports a camper at Crosswinds Campground.
Campground layouts: Some locations have narrow roads requiring careful navigation. "The campground road is sort of narrow and the sites can be a little tight, making it awkward to back in if you have a large TV and full-size camper - but once you're in it's all good," notes a Moonshine Creek Campground visitor.
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