Best RV Parks near Shelby, NC
Looking for the best Shelby RV camping? Finding a place to camp in North Carolina with your RV has never been easier. These scenic and easy-to-reach Shelby campsites are perfect for RV campers.
Best RV Sites Near Shelby, NC (109)
1. Red Gates RV Park
3 Reviews•4 Photos•26 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
2. Steele’s Town Creek Farm
Be the first to review!•6 Photos•4 Saves20 acre small working farm with walking trails and creeks. Close to town, but feels remote.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$25 - $40 / night
3. Breezy’s Lake & RV Park
1 Review•5 PhotosRV & Camper spots located in Mooresboro, NC on a tournament fishing pond.
The pond is stocked with carp, catfish, bream and bass! It is available for guests to fun fish anytime there is not a tournament going on- or bring your gear and enter the tournament yourself!
We currently have 2 spots available with 10 more being built!
Property is gated
- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- RVs
- Market
- Trash
$50 - $600 / night
4. Maple Ridge RV Park
3 Reviews•24 Photos•22 SavesWe are a privately owned RV Park that is located 15 miles from Chimney Rock. Open year round. The park is under new management and has been recently renovated and restructured for campers enjoyment. We have clean restrooms, showers, laundry room, vending machines and full hookups. We hope you consider staying with us and visit Chimney Rock, NC.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$40 / night
5. Mountain Stream RV Park
11 Reviews•47 Photos•147 SavesMountain Stream RV Park is at about 1800′ elevation in the middle of the Pisgah National Forest, nestled in a narrow valley surrounded by mountains on all sides. Beautiful Buck Creek flows through this valley and along two sides of the campground. The Blue Ridge Parkway is only about 3 miles away, but it’s 5 miles by road. We are surrounded by gorgeous mountain scenery. You can take in many of the interesting attractions that are only a short drive away or you can just relax by the stream and listen to the cold clear water flowing over the rocky stream bed. And speaking of the stream, there’s trout in that thar’ water. All of our sites have full hook-ups – power (30 & 50 amp), water, sewer and cable TV.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
6. Buck Creek
8 Reviews•29 Photos•71 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
7. Wilderness Cove Campground
3 Reviews•18 Photos•52 SavesCome Stay & Play! We offer a variety of accommodations to serve either as the ultimate base camp for the awesome surrounding outdoor activities in the Green River Gamelands or as a comfortable getaway to escape the urban hustle and reconnect with nature. We offer comfortable glamping sites, tiny homes, cabins, primitive campsites and a single-family vacation rental. All sites have access to the broader amenities and features at Wilderness Cove Campground, including but not limited to water sport rentals, electric vehicle charging stations, Wi-Fi, private grills, on-site food truck (seasonal) and a fully stocked campstore. Please refer to campground site descriptions for further information regarding amenities.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$35 - $299 / night
8. Rose Creek Retreat
2 Reviews•11 Photos•18 SavesNestle your RV or Camper on the edge of Rose Creek in the Pisgah National Forest. Minutes away from the entrance to Table Rock and near popular attractions such as Linville Gorge, Wilson's Creek, Lake James, Brown Mountain Overlook and OHV. Come enjoy a unique RV/Camper get away spot. Water, sewer and 30 amp hook-up now available! Come relax by the creek and experience nature. No need to check-in, pull right into the private driveway and set up camp.
The space
Social distancing at its finest! Now featuring 4g for AT&T customers, so come work from the woods! This campsite will only be shared with you and your guests! No need to check-in. Pull right onto the private drive from the dirt road. Water, sewer and power hook-ups are available. Winter stays are welcome and a heated hose is provided for those crisp winter nights. RV or campers required as restrooms are not available. Tents are certainly welcome with an accompanying camper with a restroom. Feel free to bring as many tents and additional guests as you would like! Just know they will have to share the camper restroom. A sanded campsite will comfortably fit a large camper or RV. Room for additional campers that don’t require hookups.
Guest access
You are free to roam the property and creek as you wish. If you wish to explore forest and hike the old logging roads, a map of the property lines is provided in the onsite guidebook.
Other things to note
WiFi is through satellite internet so during inclement weather or high traffic times, internet will be slow. WiFi is for basic web surfing, work tasks and communication only. Video streaming (Netflix, Tik-tok etc) is not permitted to preserve data for future guests. Who wants to watch Greys Anatomy while camping anyway? VOIP and video conferencing is prioritized over all other connections but the quality is not guaranteed.
Firewood from a local supplier is available for purchase, on site, by the honor system. The price is 20 dollars per wheel barrow filled to the height of your choosing.
Provided conveniences includes a bug light, outdoor table, heated hose, adapter to convert the camper plug to a traditional outlet, small drop cord, gold pans and cooking utensils.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- RVs
- Picnic Table
$35 - $46 / night
9. Hitching Post Campground
5 Reviews•10 Photos•82 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$37 / night
10. Dry Ridge RV Park
Be the first to review!•11 Photos•5 SavesWe are a small rv park that is set up for long term use if needed. We provide full hookups including 50, 30, and 110 power, water, sewer and wifi. Please check us out on Facebook and Google maps.
- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
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Recent RV Reviews In Shelby
650 Reviews of 109 Shelby Campgrounds
Davis
Scout
McDowell Nature Preserve
It was very peaceful
My husband and I stayed here for a few days at the beginning of October. It's very quiet and peaceful. What I didn't like was they had no activities like most other camp sites. They do have hiking trials and fishing until 8pm. The staff was friendly and very helpful but they leave at 4pm and you can't check in till 3pm. I guess there's good and bad like with all places.
Carol J.
Guide
Kings Mountain
Disappointing
I recently stayed for 3 nights with my popup in site#10. The site is a good size for a tent or small camper only. Overall we were surprised by the campground based on other reviews . In my opinion The sites are close together, poorly maintained, and most are very small. The Trading Post is nicely stocked, and open all day. The bathrooms near my site were the best part…it was modern, clean and the showers were hot with good pressure. But other than the bathrooms everything felt like it hadn’t been maintained at all. Won’t be coming back.
NikkitaViolet
Traveler
Elmore RV Park
Beautiful place
Sky's the sinery all just gerogous
Kevin A.
Legend
Buck Creek
Great campground…Right on the creek
Peaceful, calm, excellent folks, and very relaxing. I camped here for more than two weeks in August. Site #4, site 19, and site #47. The campground is clean, quiet, and well-maintained. The owners and staff were great and super helpful. Site #4 is on the creek. It was short for my 32-foot RV but manageable. It had full hookups. Site #4 was level and semi-shaded. The WiFi signal was great, and speeds were reasonable. I used the bathhouse showers and laundry. Both were clean. I moved to site 19, which is not on the creek but on the edge of the field. It was very level as well, and all hookups worked fine. The WiFi at site 19 was considerably worse, but the sky was clear, and I could fully use my Starlink service. The central field area is mowed and set up as an RC flying field. A few campers flew their model airplanes. It was fun to watch. I even jumped into the RC hobby, buying a trainer plane at a local Hobby Shop, and began flying. I moved to site 47, which was the best of all three. It’s a good-sized site right on the creek and just up from swimming hole#2. There were two swimming holes along the creek, which were a ton of fun. I swam in both. The water is very clear and refreshing. The campground is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway(about 10 miles). I rode my motorcycle up Route 80 to the Blue Ridge. Route 80 is a great winding road. The campground is very close to downtown Marion and some shops, groceries, and restaurants. Overall, this is a great campground with a great staff, location, and is very relaxing.
Kathryn C.Scout
Indian Springs Campground
Peaceful and fun!
This place is tucked away near a river, plenty of indoor and outdoor activities, plus a nice laundromat. One of the quietest RV parks I've ever been to! The owners are nice and the grounds are well kept. Only reason it's not 5/5 is they currently lack a bathhouse.
- JJackie S.Traveler
South Mountains State Park
Beautiful
I took my horses and grandson to camp in the equestrian campsite. The bathrooms are very clean with AC. There a beautiful creek you can ride your horses in or just play if you want.
Ken K.Scout
Spacious Skies Bear Den
Beautiful sites and quiet
Great campground. Big private sites, lots of activities for teens. Great hiking right from the campground.
Twan M.
Ranger
Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites
Good Overnighter
This is a gravel road that links up with an OHV area/trailhead/parking lot - there are at least 9 campsites, some on the right and most on the left about 100-200 feet from the creek. Being part of an OHV network, expect a lot of trucks towing bikes, 4x4s, etc. throughout the day/night. Some sites were pretty trashed, but none too far gone. Stayed Sunday night and had an unbothered time. About 20 min from Lenoir.
Craig W.Scout
Spacious Skies Hidden Creek
Quick Stay in Class C RV
Arrived early evening. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Place was fairly full but organized and efficient. Pool and waterslide are a bonus but also attract families and kids. Site needed some leveling but spacious. Facilities were clean and easily available. Would return for sure.
Pam R.Guide
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Golden Valley
Kid Paradise
We took the grandkids to the Bostic, NC Jellystone in mid-July. They had a fabulous time. The RV site we had was #408. It was perfectly level and roomy with trees behind us. The bathrooms/showers are modern and spotless. We could only get a two night reservation, but that was enough. The kids (10 and 11) played so hard they were exhausted. It's a huge park with a system of golf cart trails that connect everything. The kids thought that was as exciting as the water park and the swimming pond. After having been there - I'd say a golf cart rental is a requirement. Despite the nearly 100 degree temps, the staff and other campers were cheerful and friendly. The kids made several friends. We didn't have time to do the crafts, but they looked fun. They loved the rollercoaster and minigolf. It's a good idea to bring your own food, as the options there aren't well-rated and expensive, but the ice cream was great. The only disappointment was that we couldn't stay longer.
L&A C.Legend
Tellurian Campground
Love this Rustic & Quaint Family owned CG
FHU, picnic table and fire ring, gravel sites, firewood available, for purchase, all with amazing views! Bathhouse being built now, but. Shower & stall usable. Used our Starlink, but did get 1 bar with reception, on T-Mobile. Owners very friendly and responsive with any questions. Must use the directions, on their website, to get to the campground, as GPS is incorrect.
- DDoreen P.Scout
Silver Creek Campground
Peace and Quiet
I stayed October 2022. My first time at this site. At that time, it wasn't under new ownership yet. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. There was some renovations being done. But, all in all, I found it to be clean and stocked. Looking forward to my next visit.
James M.Scout
Statesville I-77 KOA
Great place to stay
I showed up after hours on a motorcycle looking for an overnight tent site. They didn't have tent sites available in the after hours check in. Luckily, John, who works maintenance, was near by. He opened up the office, checked me into a tent site and figured out how to give me a military discount even though that is not his job. John saved my night! The tent site was clean, level, grass and water and electric worked great. There was some noise from the interstate but expected in a tent. Restroom and shower facilities were clean and functional. My only staff interaction was with John and he was outstanding in customer service and going over the top to take care of getting me set up. Thank you!
- LLauren S.Scout
Four Paws Kingdom Campground & Dog Retreat
Best place for my pup
We stayed for memorial day weekend in one of the rvs they had for rent. Had such a great time I went and bought a camper and have plans to go back already! My husky had a blast, as did the humans.
Angela C.RangerSpacious Skies Hidden Creek
Well the kids had a good time…..
This campground was highly recommended to us by several people so we decided to check it out since it’s only an hour a way from our house and my husband liked the other Spacious Skies campground we stayed at.
It was a rough group of campers. One dad called his young daughter the b-word in the pool in front of the kids and later on the slide, when my 7 year old came down he asked me what a “m-fer” was. A grown man was throwing it around on the slide.
The slide was a major attraction for my kids, but there was zero supervision. Kids would come down in groups of five and six and no one was paying attention to whether the bottom was cleared. We tried to divert our kids to the pool as often as possible.
The actual campsite was fine. A bit steep (it was cut into a hill)and a pretty far from the “amenities.” There was a mix of cabins, tents and campers. We had to walk through a kind of marshy trail that definitely needed some work to go past the arcade to get to the main area of the campground.
The camp store was nice and the staff was pleasant - they had some activities planned that we didn’t end up doing but it’s nice to know they were there as a Plan B. My kids loved the fishing lake - they caught (and released) a bunch of fish and there were kayaks and peddle boats that could be used for free.
I peaked into the bathhouse and laundry and they looked fine - nothing fancy but serviceable.
I did talk to the front desk about the other campers and she was nice. Ultimately, from what I heard in the pool sounds like they were regulars. I liked all the amenities even if I didn’t love the campsite, but I don’t necessarily want to spend the entire weekend listening to f-bombs.
John H.Traveler
Montreat Family Campground
God’s beauty
Such a hidden gem. My son and I had a great time tent camping. We had fantastic Rangers on during our stay.
Montreat does a great job having this family campground. We were on a hunt to see the wonderful creations. Our maker made and if they were in a stream, we found them. :).
Bethany I.Traveler
Thousand Trails Green Mountain
A week at Green Mountain
I honestly love this park. It is my favorite TT park. The staff is friendly and helpful, the annuals mind their business, and the other campers are friendly. I work from home and the internet is iffy, I had to buy the campground internet and then use an antenna to make it strong enough to work, but hey, that's camping for you. The water pressure is low, so we just filled our tanks so we had enough water pressure for our tank less water heater. We are parked right on a creek and love sitting out here at night. So many things to do here as well. This is a great park and I cannot wait to return.
Raul G.Guide
Lucky Farms Under the Stars
Lucky Farms Under the Stars
Nice little campsite. The host is very communicative. Nice open field with great nestled area for campfires.
- Matthew B.Scout
Spacious Skies Hidden Creek
It’s a dump
Just stayed here over the weekend. I don’t recommend it at all. Pool was slimy campsites were overgrown and junked up full time campsites throughout. Water slide is unsupervised chaos just a terrible experience. Stayed here a lot last year and it was great more like a cheap trailer park now. We seen people openly carrying a case of beer to the pool at 10:00am don’t waste your money. That pic is our neighboring site
- JJeff B.Scout
Orchard Lake Campground
Great getaway
This campground has amenities for all types of camping styles. We will definitely be back!
Deanna L.ScoutElmore RV Park
Good for staying close to city
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.
- CChris A.Guide
Crabtree Falls Campground
Campground in the Forest
On the Blue Ridge Parkway, nestled in the trees and mountains of North Carolina, this campground is an older style NPS campground, but has been well maintained. Sites are back-in and pull through on the side of site. Most sites will allow for 30’ rigs. All sites have picnic table and built-in fire pits. There are no hookups. There are no showers in the trailer (RV) loop, but does include a couple comfort station with flush toilets. Campground Ranger was helpful and very friendly. Sites are split between first come first serve and reservations. Payment made with Ranger by cash or credit card. At $30 per site per day, the price is a little steep.
- Olivia W.Traveler
McDowell Nature Preserve
Safe Gated Campground
Campground is guarded by two gates and I saw the police patrol around a few times after hours. The spots are very close to each other but that didn’t bother me. I chose spot D16 which is the only camping spot with a bit of an uphill ramp from the car to the camp spot. The rest lie flat. Didn’t help that I have a tent that attaches to my car so it made that difficult.
- BBrianna W.Traveler
National Forest Road/Steele Creek/Nates Place Dispersed Campsite
Best camping spot
We been going to this spot for years! Our friends introduced us to this area. We are naming after our late friend Nate. This place is spectacular, a lovely creek/river with swimming pools. Campfire rock rings. There’s probably about 10 spots. There’s a spot that outweighs the rest. Anywho, the terrain is definitely rough but cars, trucks and vans can get down there just not RVs. Know that there is no signal when you are out there.
- AAnn B.Guide
KOA Campground Gaffney
Beautiful and Quiet
I love this place, with nice wide sites and many with views of three ponds nestled in the woods. The place was squeaky clean and the bathhouse very well designed. There are fun and funky places to visit nearby. The spring wildflowers are starting to bloom and I remember the scent of honeysuckle everywhere. A great blue heron hangs out at the fishing ponds.
- AAnn B.Guide
Spacious Skies Hidden Creek
Cozy and Scenic
Hidden Creek not only has a nice creek running through the campground within 20 feet of my site, but also the nature trail is off the beaten path from the very active campground along a small river. I had problems with noisy neighbors, but not the fault of the campground staff who dealt with it as best they could. Nice private showers and lots of play equipment for the kids.
- EEmily C.Traveler
Ebenezer Park Campground
Closed for a year
Tried to camp here, but it’s closed for the next year.
Guide to Shelby
Camping near Shelby, North Carolina, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From family-friendly activities to serene nature spots, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.
What to do
- Explore the outdoors: Check out the hiking trails at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway. One visitor mentioned, "Spent a weekend car camping at Julian Price which served as a great Basecamp for exploring the Blue Ridge and surrounding area."
- Enjoy water activities: At Lake Norman State Park Campground, you can swim, kayak, or fish. A camper shared, "The campground is in a forest on the shores of Lake Norman. Well maintained hiking trails branch out from the campground."
- Visit local attractions: The Asheville East KOA is close to downtown Asheville, making it easy to explore local shops and restaurants. One reviewer noted, "It’s a good location to explore downtown Asheville (20-25 minutes)."
What campers like
- Family-friendly amenities: Campers appreciate the activities for kids at Asheville East KOA. A parent mentioned, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit, golf car rentals, fishing and splashing in the Swannanoa River."
- Spacious sites: Many enjoy the large, private sites at Spacious Skies Bear Den. One visitor said, "Great campground. Big private sites, lots of activities for teens."
- Clean facilities: Campers often highlight the cleanliness of bathrooms and showers. A reviewer at Paris Mountain State Park Campground stated, "The bathrooms were clean and showers were nice."
What you should know
- Close quarters: Some campgrounds, like Asheville East KOA, can feel crowded. A camper noted, "The main issue with this campground is how close the sites are... literally no privacy."
- Limited amenities: At Julian Price Park Campground, there are no electric hookups or showers. A visitor mentioned, "There are spots right on the lake but we didn’t book far enough in advance."
- Wildlife encounters: Campers at South Mountains State Park Campground have spotted deer and other wildlife. One camper shared, "We enjoyed our stay, and even had deer wander near our site a few times."
Tips for camping with families
- Plan for activities: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly features, like Asheville East KOA, which offers crafts and movie nights. A parent said, "On weekends they have themes and activities."
- Choose spacious sites: Opt for campgrounds like Spacious Skies Bear Den that provide ample space for kids to play. A visitor noted, "Kids loved the playground and there were a lot of other kids to make friends with."
- Pack for comfort: Bring along games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. One camper at Mama Gertie's Hideaway Campground mentioned, "The view at tier three is amazing," making it a great spot for family bonding.
Tips from RVers
- Check site dimensions: Make sure your RV fits comfortably at your chosen campground. A reviewer at Kings Mountain — Kings Mountain State Park said, "The campsites themselves are very unlevel and laid out very awkwardly."
- Look for amenities: Choose campgrounds with good facilities, like Lake Norman State Park Campground, where one camper praised, "The bath house was an unexpected luxury and was immaculately maintained."
- Be prepared for noise: Some campgrounds, such as Asheville East KOA, are near train tracks. A camper noted, "Trains come through near the park at all hours of the day and night."
Camping around Shelby, NC, offers a mix of fun, adventure, and relaxation. Whether you're with family or exploring solo, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular RV campsite near Shelby, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Shelby, NC is Red Gates RV Park with a 4.7-star rating from 3 reviews.
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