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Rustic cabins near W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir include options such as the Thousand Trails Green Mountain cabins in Lenoir and Stone Mountain State Park Campground in Roaring Gap. Cabin campgrounds in this area range from primitive one-room structures to multi-room layouts with furnished living spaces, electrical outlets, and heating systems. Most provide electrical outlets, heating systems, and access to nearby water sources. "Super nice park, lots of kids around when we stayed so our kids had lots of new friends to play with. Neighbors are helpful and kind," noted one visitor about Green Mountain cabins. Bathrooms may be shared facilities depending on the property, with some locations offering private bathroom facilities within premium cabin units.
Self Sufficient Holler and Blue Bear Mountain Camp provide log cabin accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Depending on the property, cabins range from primitive one-room structures to multi-room layouts with furnished living spaces. Reservation requirements vary by location, with Stone Mountain State Park requiring bookings up to six months in advance during peak season. Some properties permit pets in designated cabins with additional fees. According to a review, "We stayed at Green Mountain for three nights. We picked a site without really knowing the layout of the park. Our site was #4 and it was easy to park. We had a deck at our site."
Most cabins supply basic furniture and mattresses but require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, towels, and personal items. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties, with some providing only outdoor fire rings and others equipped with refrigerators and microwave ovens. The Self Sufficient Holler cabins include access to "a fully equipped camp kitchen and fire pit" according to visitor feedback. Several campgrounds maintain small camp stores with essential supplies, though visitors should plan to bring most provisions. Cabin campsites near W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir are well-suited as a base for exploring the surrounding North Carolina foothills, with general stores and markets available in Lenoir and Boone for more extensive grocery shopping before arrival.
"We tow a 19' a-frame camper with a Toyota Tacoma and had lots of room on the pad. The pad was pretty level so set up was easy."
"The camp sites are mostly level, well maintained and have tent pads, tables and fire rings. I chose a site that had water and electric hook-ups."
from $17 - $72 / night
Check Availability"We picked a site without really knowing the layout of the park. Our site was #4 and it was easy to park."
"The very front part has paved sites with decks, benches and table and some are on a creek. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Easy in and out. Enjoyed being close to Boone and Blowing Rock."
"What a magical experience floating in the trees surrounded by fire flies! Elizabeth and Mark were exceptional hosts. There is so much to do on property, and they are working on more!"
from $40 - $200 / night
"It offers RV, drive in and hike in tent sites and also teepee camping."
"Lovely woody and grassy field campground with only electric at our site. The sunrise is beautiful on the big field. The sites are well spaced and fairly level."
from $25 - $136 / night
Check Availability"There is also two small cabins to rent. All sites with hook ups also included cable hook ups. I have included a campground map in my pictures for your orientation."
"Sites are relatively clean, easy to park at, bath house is clean& easily accessible. They even have a"coffee shop". The staff here are amazing!"
"Tent only camping, very nice shower house. Pretty stream running through it. Really good riding in the area."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Campground Review: There are two campgrounds in Grayson Highland SP which is located by The Mouth Of Wilson, VA, near the North Carolina border."
"All sites have picnic tables and fire rings, and bathrooms with electricity and flush toilets* Chestnut Hollow Campground:
-There are 23 sites here with water and electric hook-ups May-October, and"
from $27 - $98 / night
Check Availability"We stayed here in our popup over Easter. when we pulled out the beds they were almost over the running stream which was amazing. put you right to sleep."
"Almost two weeks at this great campground at a power/water only site right by the creek. Level parking, reliable wifi, friendly hosts and community, dog friendly."
from $31 - $63 / night
Check Availability"You have to be careful to book the correct kind of tent site if you want to be in a more wooded area. The camping cabins are really nice and spacious."
"For my first time camping, we got a great location. The tent site we got, we could hear the running water from the stream. Bathroom and shower are clean and has heated water."
from $35 - $42 / night
Check Availability"The facilities were incredibly clean—bathrooms, showers, and common areas were spotless and well-maintained throughout our stay, which made camping that much more comfortable."
"I enjoyed the drive out to this site, it is far enough off of the beaten path but still close to town. The site is a very easy drive to Boone and Tweetsie Railroad."
GuideDriving 14 1/2 hrs I was cooked called and had the most easiest booking. There was a sites available so I booked it. Needless to say I got there in the dark and a kind person helped me to my site and got me backed in. Soo exhausted I hooked up electric only hit the bed passed out
ScoutLet me first start by saying that this campground is absolutely beautiful. I have lived in this area my entire life and the Doe is one of my favorites. I am a avid camper and have camped all over this area. I decided to give this place a try, I own a small pop-up camper and knew it was going to get cold 10/20/2026-10/22/2026, so me and my sister rented the RV at Doe River. #1 check in is not until 3pm, I always order a load of wood from a local guy who delivers to camp sites, I do all my cooking in a Dutch oven over the fire or burgers and dogs in the fire, what is a camping trip without a nice warm fire. The owner came over to my campsite and asked if I had ordered this wood and I replied yes, she then asked what I was going to do with it all, I replied I am going to burn it. So, I told Carl (the wood guy) where to stack it, the owner then said that I need to leave it in my truck bc if I didn't use it all I would have to put it back on my truck and take it home with me, I said really? It's just a unspoken rule that if you don't use all your wood that you pay it forward and leave it for the next camper?? She said absolutely not, So we moved the wood from his truck and into mine. She then asked again why I needed so much wood and that most ppl just buy small bundles from her. And just like that I understood! Carl the wood man and his wife also made a comment about how rude she was about the wood. It does not end there, Not only does she have camaras on some of the out blds which I get, but I don't get why they are pointing directly at camp sites, We felt like we were in a fish bowl the entire time. Every single time we went to the bathroom she showed up abt 5 mins later, There is a camara right above the bathroom door, One on the pavilion, and one on each side of the bathhouse, at the entrances and who know where else. So much for privacy in the great outdoors. I didn't even feel comfortable hiking, we felt like we were being watched constantly. She was constantly there, walking her dog which was not friendly and so big she could hardly control him on the leash which was really scary, she also was driving through several times throughout the day. Then came the kicker, about 1 o'clock in the morning we were freezing, I had turned the heat on in the camper before going to bed and heard it come on, Well the propane ran out between 11pm and 1am, I called her at least 10 times we had every blanket and was still freezing, We decided we would go to the bath house bc it had a mini split hanging on the wall, Out of luck there, it was set on air conditioning with no way to change it, so we found a blow dryer trying to get warm, still the entire time trying to call the owners, We finally ended up in our car until the husband arrived. He acted so annoyed at us and said all u have to do is fip the switch on the propane tanks outside! We had never stayed in a travel trailer before and according to them all we had to do was show up and start glamping!! So, I was supposed to know to go outside at 1 am and switch over propane tanks?? No, It should have been FULL when I got there!!! With attitude he said,"Its Basic Camping" No sir it's not, what I do is basic camping, I was told on the phone that I was glamping, She, the owner also said we should have called 911 when we could not get hold of them so that Carter County police officers could come and wake them up!!! Not sure if that is putting our tax dollars to good use?? Like I said it is truly a beautiful place and has great potential, we left that second night at 11pm because again the heat was not working, we have not asked for any refund we just took the loss. it would be to much of a hassle. We just know better next time. With owners like that they can keep it. Windy Wells/Debra Price
ScoutMy husband and I arrived at Doe River Landing for 3 nights and enjoyed everything the resort offered. While there we read the 2 reviews posted by Kylie T, and by Andrew W, who gave the resort a 1 star rating. Not knowing the facts that caused the rating by them, and occurred prior to us, we approach the owner and asked.
The owner showed us videos from their security cameras. These adults has stated in Kylie T review and confirm by Andrew W review that they were a group of 20 adults and "every single one of us is over 21 and family". So why are these adults playing "hide and seek" under the pavilion as they stated? Andrew W stated, "It was not blocked off", yet they had to crawl on the ground and around bushes to get under the pavilion. When the owner yelled at them approximately 10 adults that were under the pavilion crawled out which was captured on the security cameras. Andrew W stated in his review the owner called them hooligans, which is rowdy, destructive persons and from the security cameras, that description is correct. There was no mention of damages in their reviews such as the Adirondack chair they broke or possible damage to the water pipes and electric wires under the pavilion, which the owner was currently checking.
Once we read these two reviews by Kylie T and Andrew W and saw the owners security videos, we felt future customers deserved to know another opinion based on our findings.
These entitled adults justified their review of a 1 star by stating they paid money to use the campground.
I would ask these adults "why do you think it is OK to treat someone else's property in this destructive way?"
GuideSeems to be a well established campground in an off the beaten path location. Roads alternately paved and gravel. The campsite is gravel in a wooded setting. Fair amount of space between sites. The bathhouse is clean but dated.
ScoutWe brought our whole family out and rented almost every cabin on the property, plus the event center, for the weekend— we gave this place a lot of business. And honestly, the stay itself was great— nice place, no complaints about the cabins. The owner is the problem. He came flying in in his blue F-150 doing 20–30 mph where the posted speed limit is 5, and started screaming at us over something that could've been handled with a simple conversation. His exact words:"Where are your parents? This is a family establishment. I will not have hooligans running around here." Every single one of us is over 21 and family. All we were doing was playing hide and seek— which isn't against any of the property's rules— and there were no other guests to disturb, since we had the entire area rented. He still threatened to call the police, even though it wasn't even quiet hours. Before anyone could get a word in, he peeled out so fast the gravel sprayed up at us and our cars. Then on his way out he drove the wrong way down the property's one-way road, so apparently the rules only apply to guests. It's sad, because the property itself is great, and we were never anything but nice to the owners the whole weekend. To be treated in such an unprofessional manner— screamed at, threatened, and never given so much as an apology afterward— put a real dent in the weekend. We won't be back
ScoutOur group of about 20 rented nearly every cabin at Doe River Landing for my friend's wedding weekend, with the reception held on site. The cabins were nice and well-equipped, and the only other guests were in a cabin half a mile away through the woods. Unfortunately, the hosts ruined the stay. One night, some of us were playing hide and seek in an area that wasn't blocked off or against any rule. The host's husband came speeding in at roughly 30 mph(the posted limit is 5), jumped out of his truck screaming that he"will not have child hooligans running around the campground," told us to"go back to the motel we crawled out of," and demanded to see our parents— despite all of us being adults in our twenties. He then peeled out so aggressively he sprayed gravel at us and our cars. It wasn't even quiet hours, and we weren't disturbing anyone. Afterward, the host called us again, passive-aggressive, and questioned our ages— even though you have to be 21 just to rent a cabin there. The property is lovely, but the hosts' behavior put a real damper on what should have been a joyful wedding celebration. It's a shame they treat people paying good money this way. We won't be back.
GuideThe campground was full but very quiet. The campers are stacked into the hillside and are very close to each other, but it was still a peaceful overnight experience. The office staff were friendly and the restrooms and showers were clean and always stocked. It’s nice that it feels like it’s out in the mountain countryside, but is just right outside of downtown. A great place to stay if you’re coming in for an ASU home game.
TravelerNice campground but getting in is treacherous. Don’t come up NC 226 it unfriendly for RVS . About 1 mile to the campground the road is horrible and will beat you and your rig half to death. The swimming lake is more like a mud hole then a lake and the game room machines wont take your money and the pool table is missing the cue ball and chalk. Overall I will not be coming back.
ScoutWe loved our stay at the Starlite! My husband and I are exploring NC and stumbled upon the this campground. It’s nestled right next to a beautiful stream and is surrounded by beautiful landscapes. The campground is so nicely kept up! But what we loved the most was the community of the campground. We were welcomed right away and had the best time getting to know folks. If you’re in the area (or even if you’re not!) make sure to stay at the Starlite!
Cabins near W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir range in elevation from 1,030 feet to over 3,000 feet in the surrounding Blue Ridge foothills. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F while winter temperatures frequently drop below freezing. Fall camping often features 40-60°F temperature swings between day and night, requiring adequate layering and proper bedding.
Fishing at the reservoir: The 1,475-acre W. Kerr Scott Reservoir offers bass, crappie, and catfish fishing opportunities. Anglers can access multiple fishing spots along the 55 miles of shoreline. "Love this park. Internet and phone service available in some parts of the park. Nice hiking area," notes a visitor to Stone Mountain State Park Campground.
Mountain biking trails: Over 40 miles of dedicated mountain biking trails surround the reservoir area, with routes for beginners to advanced riders. "This campground is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains...so beautiful! Quiet campground with hiking trails, small fishing lake, playgrounds, an arcade room, and camp store. One of the hiking trails leads to a waterfall," reports a visitor to Spacious Skies Bear Den.
Waterfall hikes: Several waterfall trails within 30 minutes of the reservoir provide moderate day hiking options. "Great sites. Clean bathrooms, close to many hiking trails and waterfalls," shares a camper from Stone Mountain State Park.
Wine tasting: Local wineries operate within 15-20 minutes of several campgrounds in the region. "It is close enough to town to get in and see some places near.... but far enough out that you have some quiet time. Be sure to go up to the town of Blowing Rock... really nice place," recommends a visitor to Thousand Trails Green Mountain.
Creek-side camping: Many sites feature running water sounds for peaceful sleep. "We stayed at site 23, which is at the end of the lane and next to the creek where it forks and joins back up to make a single creek close to my campsite," explains a camper at Flintlock Campground.
Temperature relief: Higher elevation campgrounds offer significant cooling during summer months. "The elevation is high so weather is nice for those trying to escape the summer heat," notes a visitor to Blue Bear Mountain Camp.
Spacious sites: Some campgrounds provide extra room between sites. "The campsites are very spaced out. The elevation is high so weather is nice for those trying to escape the summer heat," reports a Blue Bear Mountain Camp visitor.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept bathhouses and common areas. "The bathhouse is nice and includes showers and drinking water. You're literally on a mountain, so there's not much for hiking. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating," mentions another Blue Bear Mountain camper.
Seasonal operations: Several campgrounds close during winter months. "Flintlock is easy to get to but you'll still feel like you are camping. Staff is friendly and facilities are clean. There's a beautiful mini river running through the campground with a lot of rocks to jump on," shares a Flintlock Campground visitor.
Site leveling requirements: Mountain campgrounds often have uneven terrain. "The site was quite un-level side to side, and we couldn't get our trailer completely level side to side. The site was a bit tough to maneuver into (doable, though!)," warns a camper from Grandfather Campground.
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly by carrier and location. "Terrible cell service so be prepared to dish out $8 a day for internet," notes a Thousand Trails Green Mountain visitor.
Driving conditions: Some access roads require careful navigation. "The state maintained gravel road used to access campground was narrow and would be difficult to get a large camper up there, although there were lots of large ones there," reports a Blue Bear Mountain Camp visitor.
Playground access: Choose sites with clear views of play areas. "We camped at C13 which was right across from the large playground in November. No noise issues, but it was dark by 6:30pm. May be different in the Summer. My daughter had a blast and we could keep an eye on her while we worked/played at the site," recommends a Spacious Skies Bear Den visitor.
Creek exploration: Select campgrounds with safe water features for children. "My children spent hours every day exploring. There's a beautiful mini river running through the campground with a lot of rocks to jump on," shares a Flintlock Campground visitor.
Family programming: Some campgrounds offer organized activities. "Check with the office for the Saturday night movie! Weather dependent, they show a movie outdoors on the front lawn. Bring your chair or blanket and a cooler/snacks, and come hang out for a movie with fellow campers," suggests a camper from Honey Bear Campground.
Bathroom proximity: Consider site location relative to facilities. "The bathhouse is centrally located and older, but functional and cleaned daily. There are also laundry machines available between the men's and women's area," notes another visitor.
Water fill procedures: Some campgrounds require separate water tank filling. "They do not have water hookups - you fill your camper tank with water at the office area. They have spots with electric hookups. They have a dump station where you can empty your tanks on your way out," explains a camper at Blue Bear Mountain Camp.
Site selection strategies: Research specific site details before booking. "We camped at RV site 40 and I think it's the best. There's a roaring large creek that flows behind the site and a grassy field full of deer beside it," recommends a Stone Mountain State Park visitor.
Bridge access limitations: Check campground entrance specifications for larger rigs. "When you turn into the campground, you will cross a narrow 1-lane bridge across Watagua Creek," cautions a Flintlock Campground visitor.
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