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Cozy Heron Glamping in Lillington offers upscale canvas tent experiences with hotel-quality amenities while maintaining a connection to nature. Their waterfront location provides comfortable safari-style accommodations with air conditioning and plush bedding, situated along the scenic Cape Fear River. One guest shared, "The beds are super comfy and AC blew cold. This is a great get away, very affordable." Nearby Fayetteville RV Resort & Cottages features luxury cottages with full amenities including electricity, running water, and climate control. Glamptopia by Marsh and Mountain provides another distinctive option with its rustic-chic accommodations that blend outdoor adventure with indoor comfort. These glamping destinations maintain the spirit of outdoor recreation while providing significantly enhanced comfort compared to traditional camping.
Multiple hiking trails and water activities create memorable experiences at these glamping sites, with easy access to rivers for tubing, kayaking and fishing. The Cozy Heron property specifically caters to water enthusiasts with tube and kayak rentals available on-site. A recent visitor mentioned, "Two days on the water, tubing and kayaks. Cooked out, had a great time." Fayetteville RV Resort supplements its accommodations with resort-style amenities including swimming pools, mini-golf, and an exercise facility. Most properties offer fire pits for evening gatherings, and clean shower facilities are standard. Raven Rock State Park, accessible from several glamping locations, provides additional outdoor recreation with its network of trails along the Cape Fear River. Seasonal availability varies by location, with many sites open year-round while others operate on limited schedules.
"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. Their RV sites are full hookup which is great for a state park."
"Excellent new cabin’s perfect fire pit new tables/restrooms spaced out beautifully designed campground."
from $27 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Decent campground in a beautiful location along Lake Jordan. Crosswinds Campground is one of several sites on the lake."
"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"The park has an interesting geomorphology, sitting atop cliffs overlooking the river below, and there are miles of hiking trails. "
"Great park with a small swimming lake, views of the Neuse River 3 levels of hiking trails with a welcome center and campground and a large covered Picnic pavilion that can be rented for the day with access"
from $27 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Plenty of drive up campgrounds close enough together that you can camp with plenty of sites close enough together that you can have lots of people camping together but still remaining a comfortable distance"
"Sites are close to bathrooms, with nice clean showers. Also swim beaches, and trails. Can buy firewood on site from entrance. Good spot for families with kids of all ages."
from $27 - $77 / night
Check Availability"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."
"This resort is very community oriented with activities throughout the week and a free waffle breakfast every Saturday."
"The staff is best. Sites are clean and level. Each with a fire pit and picnic table. You can book daily or long term but you may not want to leave."
"Nice staff. Pool is usually clean. This place usually has the cheapest price on propane around."
"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."
from $99 - $165 / night
Check Availability"Wells Campground at Falls Lake felt like stepping into a quiet forest hideaway, where the kids could explore trails, spot eagles over the water, and watch butterflies while we enjoyed campfires under the"
"Bathroom facilities with hot showers located near every loop. Swimming areas at certain places around the lake. Kayaking and boat access also. Great restaurants and gas stations near by."
from $72 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $45 - $125 / night
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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.
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.
TravelerFirst time to Loop C and we loved it. There are some great sites here, they are big and most are decently spaced. It rained heavily while there, some sites will hold water, but I didn’t see any fully submerged. There’s no electrical hook ups, there are a few potable water spickets throughout the loop. The bathroom was very clean.
ScoutBeautifully kept park with a great jungle gym (12 year old approved!) sweet donkeys, a CLEAN dog park, the pool was not crowded at all despite beautiful weather.
The only downsides are most of the spots are full sun, and it’s directly in view of the highway.
TravelerIt’s not scenic or particularly private, but it’s clean, well designed, and pumping out shore power to combat the Iowa humidity
TravelerEasy back in camp sites some have a bit of steep up hill to the flat space the area is hilly I was only her 2 nights so I didn’t really have much time to explore I came here to visit my Uncle and I needed a place to park his home area is to small.
ScoutReally fantastic spot to camp! Great sites and hook ups (no sewer, but EASY dump station)! Go for Loop B - it has the beach.
Smithfield sits in the coastal plain of North Carolina, with elevations between 100-250 feet and a humid subtropical climate. The area features a mix of pine forests and wetlands along the Neuse River watershed. Summer camping temperatures typically range from 70-95°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions between 50-80°F.
Hiking trails: At Moccasin Branch Campground in Raven Rock State Park, visitors find numerous trail options for all skill levels. "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," reports Sarah L.
Fishing opportunities: The nearby lakes and rivers provide excellent fishing spots. "Plenty of fishing on the Cape Fear, woodland creatures abound," notes Dale W. about the primitive camping areas at Moccasin Branch Campground. Many locations allow bank fishing or pier access.
Water activities: Several campgrounds offer river access for kayaking, swimming, and tubing. "Great place to hike, fish, and camp with the family," shares Charles W. about Moccasin Branch Campground. The Cape Fear River provides multiple entry points for water recreation throughout the warmer months.
Natural features: The Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Campground offers unique geological features that campers appreciate. "There is a lake for swimming and a large picnic shelter. This is a great park for swimming and boating, but the hiking is limited," reports Myron C.
Quieter camping areas: Many prefer the secluded spots at Raven Rock State Park. "Not crowded, nice selection of trails, plenty of fishing on the Cape Fear, woodland creatures abound," shares Dale W. These areas provide a more solitary experience for those seeking privacy.
Wildlife viewing: The forests around Rolling View — Falls Lake State Recreation Area offer excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. "We love seeing the wildlife. Deer walked right behind our site," mentions Sharon M. Bird watching is particularly popular in the early mornings.
Seasonal considerations: Summer heat and humidity can be intense from June through August. "We camped here in January and it was just as cold, but we rented a camper," notes Becqui M. about Falls Lake. Spring and fall offer more comfortable temperatures.
Terrain variations: The sandy soil at Cliffs of the Neuse requires preparation. "One thing you have to be aware of is that this park is sandy, so when you are camping, you will probably want to put some kind of rug in front of your tent or RV to minimize the amount of sand that you track in," advises Myron C.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially during peak seasons. At Crosswinds Campground — Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, availability can be limited. "This campground is pretty great except for two things. There is no septic on your site, and they lock the gate after a certain hour. If you need something or arrive after hours you are out of luck," warns Debbie F.
Beach access: Several locations offer sandy swimming areas ideal for children. "Nice, big sites and plenty of good areas for swimming, hiking, and fishing. We always catch a ton of fish!! Bath houses are always clean and the park is in a convenient location," says Dana M. about Rolling View at Falls Lake.
Playgrounds and recreation: B.W. Wells — Falls Lake State Recreation Area offers family-friendly amenities. "Loved that there was a playground near the site. The site itself was gravelly and not super private but it was great- the hikes around were stunning," shares Amanda L.
Wildlife education: Take advantage of ranger programs available at state parks. "B.W. Wells Campground at Falls Lake felt like stepping into a quiet forest hideaway, where the kids could explore trails, spot eagles over the water, and watch butterflies while we enjoyed campfires under the trees," mentions Maria Mercedes M.
Site selection: At Fayetteville RV Resort & Cottages, site quality varies. "All sites seem to be gravel pads, nice, level, average length and width. Full hook-up's. I would guess half of the sites are pull through. They have sites that can handle long rigs," explains Steve K.
Facilities access: RV campers appreciate the amenities at certain locations. "Clean public restrooms and some water and fishing pier access. Some short trails for walking but nothing too long. Nothing GREAT about the location but everything there is pretty good," notes Andrew C. about Falls Lake camping.
Glamping alternatives: For those seeking upscale glamping in Smithfield, North Carolina area without an RV, premium options exist. While traditional glamping facilities like Glamptopia by Marsh and Mountain offer rustic-luxury accommodation, more vehicle-accessible glamping experiences can be found within a short drive of Smithfield.
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