Best Tent Camping near Statesville, NC

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Best Tent Sites Near Statesville, NC (21)

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Curriher Wilderness
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Curriher Wilderness
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    1. Lake Curriher Wilderness

    4 Reviews
    18 Photos
    139 Saves
    China Grove, North Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $10 - $30 / night

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    2. Hiddenite Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    15 Photos
    14 Saves
    Stony Point, North Carolina

    Family Owned and Operated, "Hiddenite Family Campground" is open for camping year round; with 37 full hookup sites, upgraded tent sites, and numerous primitive tent sites, nestled in peaceful wooded surroundings along the South Yadkin River. Come enjoy our animals, large pool and explore our 30+ acres of pure nature! Rates start at $25/nightly for primitive tent sites and $50/night for full hook up sites (Rates are for 2 adults. Children under 18 stay free)

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $25 - $50 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Crowders Mountain State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crowders Mountain State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crowders Mountain State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crowders Mountain State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Crowders Mountain State Park Campground

    3. Crowders Mountain State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    23 Photos
    127 Saves
    Bessemer City, North Carolina

    Tent camping only - No RV spaces. All campsites at Crowders Mountain State Park are hike-in and primitive. Campground is accessed via a 1 mile trail starting from the visitor center.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Self Sufficient Holler

    1 Review
    10 Photos
    5 Saves
    Moravian Falls, North Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $40 - $200 / night

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      5. Yates Family Camping

      3 Reviews
      20 Saves
      Harrisburg, North Carolina
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      Camper-submitted photo from W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room
      Camper-submitted photo from W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room
      Camper-submitted photo from W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room
      Camper-submitted photo from W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room

      6. W. Kerr Scott Visitor Assistance Center Conference Room

      1 Review
      4 Photos
      2 Saves
      Wilkesboro, North Carolina

      Overview

      The Visitor Assistance Center conference room is located beside the dam at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.

      Recreation

      The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. Anglers will find channel catfish, large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, threadfin shad, spotted bass, striped bass, and hybrid striped bass. Miles of multi-use trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, which can be accessed from the parking lot outside the Visitor Center. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.

      Natural Features

      The gentle Yadkin River flows through its scenic namesake valley in the foothills of the eastern Blue Ridge Mountains. Forests of mixed hardwoods, including sycamore, poplar, oak and hickory, cover the region. Wildlife is abundant in the valley. White-tailed deer, black bear, eastern cottontails and more can be found among the hills. Birds in the area include wild turkey, woodpeckers, Carolina chickadees, red-eyed vireo, ovenbirds, mallards and wood ducks.

      • Electric Hookups
      • Tents
      • Group

      $50 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Boomer Park Shelter

      7. Boomer Park Shelter

      1 Review
      1 Photo
      5 Saves
      Moravian Falls, North Carolina

      Overview

      Boomer Park Shelter is located in Boomer Park at W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina.

      Recreation

      The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. Anglers will find channel catfish, large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, threadfin shad, spotted bass, striped bass, and hybrid striped bass.

      Facilities

      This lakefront shelter offers six, 7-foot picnic tables. A water spigot can be found at the shelter but there is no electricity available. You can enjoy other park amenities which include a playground, grill, accessible vault toilets, swim beach, and a boat ramp.

      Natural Features

      The gentle Yadkin River flows through its scenic namesake valley in the foothills of the eastern Blue Ridge Mountains. Forests of mixed hardwoods, including sycamore, poplar, oak and hickory, cover the region. Wildlife is abundant in the valley. White-tailed deer, black bear, eastern cottontails and more can be found among the hills. Birds in the area include wild turkey, woodpeckers, Carolina chickadees, red-eyed vireo, ovenbirds, mallards and wood ducks.

      • Pets
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Toilets

      $25 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Homeplace Recreational Park Inc.
      Camper-submitted photo from Homeplace Recreational Park Inc.
      Camper-submitted photo from Homeplace Recreational Park Inc.
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      Camper-submitted photo from Boone Fork Campground
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      9. Boone Fork Campground

      4 Reviews
      25 Photos
      60 Saves
      Collettsville, North Carolina

      This site is__not maintained but can still be used.__Campers must hike in to the developed areas, and all sites are primitive. No electric hook ups, no toilets, no running water available.

      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Trash
      • Drinking Water
      • Toilets
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      Camper-submitted photo from Bear Creek Tee Pee Retreat
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      10. Bear Creek Tee Pee Retreat

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      12 Saves
      Mocksville, North Carolina

      Bear Creek Tee-Pee Retreat is a small slice of paradise in Mocksville NC. We are the last property at the end of a dirt road surrounded by woods on all sides. We built this space as our little stay-cation spot and knew we had to share it with fellow lovers of all things outdoors.

      We have 3 primitive sites and 1 authentic teepee. There is a bath house with a heated shower, and a port-a-john that is cleaned regularly. There are 2 picnic tables and a charcoal grill. We have a 24x16 enclosed stage that can be used for bands, educational classes, karaoke, yoga... ect. There is also an outdoor movie theater that we will occasionally play movies on for guests, but it is also available to rent for an evening.

      There are a few restaurants close by. We are about a 5-minute drive to Lake Myers RV resort that has 2 Olympic size swimming pools. There are a lot of wineries and breweries within a 30 min drive from our property. We are also about 15 minutes from river access to the Yadkin River for anyone looking to Kayak.

      We have 2 dogs that live here and will greet you at the gate. Please be respectful of the neighbors and drive slowly down the dirt road to our property to limit dust. Gate code will be provided prior to guests arrival. We look forward to hosting your camping get away.

      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Yurts
      • Glamping
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    Recent Tent Reviews in Statesville

    513 Reviews of 21 Statesville Campgrounds


    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Dan Nicholas Park
      Nov. 8, 2024

      Dan Nicholas Park

      Traveling

      This campground is not well-maintained. The bathhouses are in very poor shape. There appears to be suspect, microbial growth all over the men’s side (black mold). The bath houses also aren’t cleaned on a regular basis. I was here a week and they cleaned it after I complained. They were only cleaned one time in a one week period. The campground manager doesn’t appear to care about anything. Keep it business only with this person. The sites are completely covered with leaves. You can’t even see the parking area for your site. I travel full-time. I will not be coming back to this location.

    • Davis
      Camper-submitted photo from McDowell Nature Preserve
      Oct. 26, 2024

      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.

    • Thunderroad 5.
      Camper-submitted photo from Dan Nicholas Park
      Sep. 23, 2024

      Dan Nicholas Park

      Enjoyed Our Stay

      Stayed a couple of nights for first time. Staff was very nice. Grounds were well maintained, not crowded and nice and quiet. Nice lake to walk around, but paddle boats and center were closed. Lots of ducks that were used to human presence and feeding. Located in a nice sized park. Would definitely go back.

    • Kathryn C.
      Camper-submitted photo from Indian Springs Campground
      Sep. 3, 2024

      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.

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Starlite Trailer Lodge
      Aug. 22, 2024

      Starlite Trailer Lodge

      Just a lovely ‘resort’ camping experience

       So this is the most unusual place we’ve ever camped. I would call it a‘community where there are campsites’ more than a campground. The majority of the sites are populated by beautifully-kept tiny houses with RVs sprinkled in. The grounds are beautifully planted and tended, evoking a feeling of being in a park. The bathhouse rooms are clean, individual rooms and decorated. The swimming pool is large and clubhouse lodge well provisioned. This is what a camping resort should be(but minus the huge fees)! WiFi is standard; we opted for the Pay version and had great connectivity. You will lose cell service~ 20 minutes from the campground. 

      Starlite is a long-term community that evolved into providing a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ folks looking for a serene mountain experience and this is an exceptional place. If you come with open mind and heart you will feel entirely welcome. My husband and I enjoyed all the people, dogs and kitties we met. We felt so safe and in this setting that we never even locked the RV when we left. Our site(79) was one of two transient camping sites feet away from the creek and a short walk to the lake filled with water lilies. The gravel site has FHU but currently is not level; the hosts have plans to revamp the site and extend the pad.

      Follow the websites directions! You do NOT want to venture onto just any road up here, some of the roads are rough. Print directions before leaving home. The shortcut back dirt road between here and Blowing Rock is an adventure for a truck (only); just plan on driving it slow and it’s fine. Shockingly, as we returned from Blowing Rock the long way on Rt 321 our RV GPS program (in RV mode) kept trying to get us to take these mountainous dirt road shortcuts back to the camp. We might well have been stranded if we hadn’t known better.

      Main Street Blowing Rock is a boutique shop haven. Great for strolling. Kilwins ice cream and candy shop in Blowing Rock is awesome, as is the spice shop beside it.

      From downtown Blowing Rock you can hop on the Blue Ridge Parkway in minutes. South on the BRP you’ll quickly reach Moses Cone and Julian Price parks, both are great places to hike and picnic.

    • Kirby B.
      Camper-submitted photo from Dan Nicholas Park
      Aug. 18, 2024

      Dan Nicholas Park

      Decent campground. Needs work, nothing to do.

      We went to Dan Nicholas Park earlier this year (around the spring time) and it was decent. Staff was nice, our campground was set up well, we had no noise problems and the campground was pretty much close to a bathhouse. However the one complaint is that the advertisement of this park— being that you can go to their attractions, is kind of faltered out. Nobody works at the park anymore, everything’s kind of closed— and what isn’t closed due to no work is under renovation. Nice place for younger kids! Not for teens. However all together a cheap and decent park! Stayed for 3 nights and 4 days with 2 sites for only 120 dollars, so a good deal. I would recommend for family camping trips as it’s nicely snuggled in Salisbury NC and an all around friendly campground. The bonus is it’s gated!

    • Twan M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites
      Jul. 31, 2024

      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.

    • Kevin A.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Holler Campground
      Jul. 20, 2024

      Raccoon Holler Campground

      Nice Campground / Great Location

      I picked this campground because it was very close to Blue Ridge Parkway. My plan was to ride my motorcycle through this beautiful area of NC, but the rain didn't cooperate this trip. I camped in site 112. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. This was a last minute reservation and they had limited availability. The site is not very level and very tight for my 32 foot RV. The site had full hookups (water, sewer, 30 amp electric) that worked great. I walked most of the campground and there are some great sites. Most are wooded and reasonably spaced. Quite a few long term campers, but the rigs and sites were all very well kept. At $64 per night it is a little pricey, for site 112, but probably not for the campground and area as a whole. No grill, just a tire rim for campfires and a picnic table.

      Getting parked was a bit of a challenge to get things as level as possible and work around power stand and be able to get awning out to stay out of rain.

      I would camp here again and recommend others give it a try. Lots to do in this part of the NC mountains.

    • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Tellurian Campground
      Jul. 15, 2024

      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.

    • James M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Statesville RV Park I-77
      Jul. 10, 2024

      Statesville RV Park I-77

      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!

    • Kevin A.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Stone Mountain State Park Campground
      Jul. 1, 2024

      Stone Mountain State Park Campground

      One of our favorite state parks

      We’ve camped at Stone Mountain multiple times over the years. We tent-camped when my boys were small. Most recently in our RV (3-4 times in the past three years). It is a great park. The hiking is excellent. The campsites are large and spacious. The park is well-kept. Make sure you hike to the top. The views are great, and you can spend time at the Homestead farm in the valley below.

      We camped here this past weekend and enjoyed it once again. We were at site 56. It is an excellent site on the stream, with no site immediately next to you, so there is lots of privacy. The firepit, picnic table, water, and electricity are all great. We had limited cell service for AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. We could send and receive text messages, but coverage was very spotty.

      We will be back again in the Fall.

    • Morgan L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Midway Campground Resort
      Jun. 6, 2024

      Midway Campground Resort

      First camping experience in new camper!!

      This place was the first place we stopped along our trip to test out the new camper we just purchased, and this place was so wonderful and fun. We played mini golf, had a view of the lake, and enjoyed a great campfire on our little porch they provided. We truly had so much fun even though we only stayed one night! Can’t wait to come back.

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
      May. 30, 2024

      Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

      Quiet Mountain Campground

      On the Blue Ridge Parkway, nestled in the trees and mountains of North Carolina, this campground has been well maintained. Sites are ample but the asphalt pads were designed for shorter travel trailers, but include an extra pad for the tow vehicle. Many of the sites have upgraded concrete pads for the picnic table and built-in fire pits. There are no showers in the trailer (RV) loop, but does include a couple comfort station with flush toilets. Campground hosts were helpful and friendly. Sites are split between first come first serve and reservations. Payment at kiosk by credit card only.

    • Olivia W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from McDowell Nature Preserve
      May. 24, 2024

      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.

    • kylie B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites
      Apr. 18, 2024

      Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites

      Great spot

      We stayed here for 12 days in the very first spot on the right , it was the most secluded and we had a bar of service near/ at the picnic table. We enjoyed our stay. A lot of traffic came through especially on the weekends and everyone seemed friendly . There was some trash we noticed and glass but minimal. The road is pretty well maintained . I did see about 3 maybe 4 vault toilets , I’m not sure on the cleanliness of them . There was a creek with a decent swimming hole 2 minutes walking distance from camp . Overall this was one of my favorite spots

    • Lucy P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from McDowell Nature Preserve
      Mar. 24, 2024

      McDowell Nature Preserve

      Crowded but cool

      Took my gf here to one of the walk-in sites for her first time camping. I love that it's so close to the city but still so beautiful! It did feel like everyone was very close together, but otherwise the facilities were great.

    • David D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pilot Mountain State Park Campground — Pilot Mountain State Park
      Nov. 27, 2023

      Pilot Mountain State Park Campground — Pilot Mountain State Park

      Nice Mtn Campground

      Impressive small campground with clean and well appointed sites. The elevated fire pits are level and easy to use for cooking or just a campfire. Bathrooms are clean and functional. Personal highlights was the view in late fall and the close proximity to the hiking trails up Pilot Mtn. Tent pad was level and large. Good bouldering and climbing Parking at Sites 23,25,26 is pretty level for a truck or camper van

    • @HomegrownRV 😎.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from McDowell Nature Preserve
      Nov. 24, 2023

      McDowell Nature Preserve

      Great visit and campground!

      This was a very nice/quiet campground. The sites were spacious and private. The campground itself is very wooded with lots of trees for shade. Our site was also pretty level.

      The campground is gated, and you are provided a code at check in. The park also has security and on site most of the time. The only negative is that the place to enter the gate code is on the opposite side from where you pull in, so you do have to get out of your vehicle to enter it each time.

      The bathrooms and laundry were very clean during our visit. The playground was a nice addition for our toddler too!

      We would definitely stay here again.

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    • Thomas G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Byrd's Branch Campground
      Nov. 12, 2023

      Byrd's Branch Campground

      Clean, polite,

      This camping spot is a hidden gem in the woods. You got hiking trails that lead right threw the campground up to Carter falls and down to elkin. Both primitive and full hook up available definitely will return again.

    • BThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Sandy Creek Family Campground
      Nov. 1, 2023

      Sandy Creek Family Campground

      Nice campground But……

      Nice campground. Had a nice site on a little creek. Owner was nice. However, the shower house was the worst of any campground I have ever seen. Dirty, plumbing was a mess. Not sure if I was better off going in than when I came out.



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