Best Camping near Sparta, NC

Sparta is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that North Carolina camping has to offer. Find the best campgrounds near Sparta, NC. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Sparta, NC (172)

    Camper-submitted photo from Stone Mountain State Park Campground
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    1. Stone Mountain State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    306 Photos
    284 Saves
    Roaring Gap, North Carolina
    • Pets
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $23 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park

    2. Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park

    56 Reviews
    487 Photos
    27 Saves
    Troutdale, Virginia

    Late Cabin/Lodge/Yurt/Camping Cabin/Bunkhouse Arrivals:

    A sealed packet of information with your last name will be left for you. This packet will be at one of the following places: contact station, visitor center or park office. Claytor Lake and First Landing will leave your packet at the cabin. Your last 4 digits of your confirmation number will be your access code. Please take your confirmation letter with you.

    Late Camping Arrivals:

    A sealed packet of information with your name will be left for you. This packet will be at one of the following places: contact station, visitor center, park office or the campground camp host site. Please take your confirmation letter with you. If you have a site specific reservation please look for your site highlighted by the yellow post along with your site number. If you have a non-site specific reservation please look for your site type to set up your equipment.

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $25 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
    Camper-submitted photo from Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
    Camper-submitted photo from Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
    Camper-submitted photo from Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
    Camper-submitted photo from Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
    Camper-submitted photo from Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    3. Doughton Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    14 Reviews
    62 Photos
    105 Saves
    Sparta, North Carolina

    Overview

    Nestled in a landscape of mountains, open meadows and pioneer cabins, Doughton Park Campground is surrounded by 30 miles (48 km) of hiking trails offering opportunities to view wildlife as well as get a feel for the lives of those who lived here long ago. Originally known as The Bluffs, the area came by its present name in honor of Congressman Robert L. Doughton, a long-time advocate and supporter of the Parkway.

    Recreation

    Over 30 miles of trails are available varying from strenuous to easy. Bicycles and motorized vehicles are prohibited on trails. Mileage listed is only traveling one way. Double the trail mileage to include out and back trip. Trail elevations can change more than 2,000 feet as trails descend into the Basin Cove Creek area from the parkway. Maps available on the Blue Ridge Parkway.gov website.__ Bluff Mountain Trail (7.5 miles) offers many scenic vistas and traverses relatively flat terrain. The trail runs near the parkway and is accessible from many locations along its route from Brinegar Cabin to Basin Cove Overlook.____ Cedar Ridge Trail (4.4 miles) descends a forested ridgeline to Grassy Gap Fire Road. Trailhead is located at the Brinegar Cabin.__ Grassy Gap Fire Road (6.1 miles) is wide enough for hikers and horseback riders to travel side by side. The trail starts at Milepost 243.9 and ambles down the mountainside past the primitive campground to State Route 1730 (Longbottom Road). Horseback riders must enter and exit at Longbottom Road.__ Flat Rock Ridge Trail (5.0) miles begins on the mountain-top meadow of Basin Cove Overlook. And ends on the damp, cool banks of Basin Cove Creek. NC Thurmond Game Lands and bear sanctuary border the south side of the trail.__ Basin Cove Creek Trail (3.2 miles) is accessible only from the grassy Gap Fire Road at the Long Bottom Road (State Hwy 1730). A 1.7-mile hike is required to reach the beginning of the Basin Cove Creek. It winds past cascading waterfalls to the century-old Caudill Cabin, former home of the Martin Caudill family. Part of the once-thriving Basin cove Community, this cabin was one of the few structures that withstood the devasting 1916 flood. Prepare for over 26 creek crossings on this trail. The total trip one way is 4.9 miles and 9.8 miles for the total trip. Bluff Ridge Primitive Trail (2.7 miles) is the shortest but steepest route into Basin Cove. The strenuous climb up the trail makes the hike seem much longer. Trailhead location is in the Bluffs Picnic Area.__ Fodder Stack Trail (1.4 miles roundtrip) shows off its delicate display of wildflowers in the spring. It is the easiest hike through a mixture of pine and hardwood forest with a short, steep brief beginning. Recommended for families. Trailhead is at Wildcat Rocks Overlook.____ The Brinegar Cabin dates from about 1885 and was the home of Martin Brinegar and his family. Brinegar was a cobbler as well as a farmer. His home is open Memorial Day weekend days through October. Hand-loom weaving and other craft demonstrations are often given during the summer months. The one-room Caudill Cabin exhibit can be viewed from the scenic Wildcat Rocks (milepost 240.6). Historic Cemetery: near milepost marker 245.5. The cemetery contains some three dozen graves dating from the 1880's to more recent times.__ The Basin Cove Creek complex (mileposts 238 - 244) (located off the Parkway on Longbottom Road) has Rainbow and Brook Trout where the streams are stocked. Anyone with a valid Virginia or North Carolina fishing license is welcome, but please check with the visitor center for any special regulations.

    Facilities

    Over 30 miles of trails are available varying from strenuous to easy. Bicycles and motorized vehicles are prohibited on trails. Mileage listed is only traveling one way. Double the trail mileage to include out and back trip. Trail elevations can change more than 2,000 feet as trails descend into the Basin Cove Creek area from the parkway. Maps available on the Blue Ridge Parkway.gov website.__ Bluff Mountain Trail (7.5 miles) offers many scenic vistas and traverses relatively flat terrain. The trail runs near the parkway and is accessible from many locations along its route from Brinegar Cabin to Basin Cove Overlook.____ Cedar Ridge Trail (4.4 miles) descends a forested ridgeline to Grassy Gap Fire Road. Trailhead is located at the Brinegar Cabin.__ Grassy Gap Fire Road (6.1 miles) is wide enough for hikers and horseback riders to travel side by side. The trail starts at Milepost 243.9 and ambles down the mountainside past the primitive campground to State Route 1730 (Longbottom Road). Horseback riders must enter and exit at Longbottom Road.__ Flat Rock Ridge Trail (5.0) miles begins on the mountain-top meadow of Basin Cove Overlook. And ends on the damp, cool banks of Basin Cove Creek. NC Thurmond Game Lands and bear sanctuary border the south side of the trail.__ Basin Cove Creek Trail (3.2 miles) is accessible only from the grassy Gap Fire Road at the Long Bottom Road (State Hwy 1730). A 1.7-mile hike is required to reach the beginning of the Basin Cove Creek. It winds past cascading waterfalls to the century-old Caudill Cabin, former home of the Martin Caudill family. Part of the once-thriving Basin cove Community, this cabin was one of the few structures that withstood the devasting 1916 flood. Prepare for over 26 creek crossings on this trail. The total trip one way is 4.9 miles and 9.8 miles for the total trip. Bluff Ridge Primitive Trail (2.7 miles) is the shortest but steepest route into Basin Cove. The strenuous climb up the trail makes the hike seem much longer. Trailhead location is in the Bluffs Picnic Area.__ Fodder Stack Trail (1.4 miles roundtrip) shows off its delicate display of wildflowers in the spring. It is the easiest hike through a mixture of pine and hardwood forest with a short, steep brief beginning. Recommended for families. Trailhead is at Wildcat Rocks Overlook.____ The Brinegar Cabin dates from about 1885 and was the home of Martin Brinegar and his family. Brinegar was a cobbler as well as a farmer. His home is open Memorial Day weekend days through October. Hand-loom weaving and other craft demonstrations are often given during the summer months. The one-room Caudill Cabin exhibit can be viewed from the scenic Wildcat Rocks (milepost 240.6). Historic Cemetery: near milepost marker 245.5. The cemetery contains some three dozen graves dating from the 1880's to more recent times.__ The Basin Cove Creek complex (mileposts 238 - 244) (located off the Parkway on Longbottom Road) has Rainbow and Brook Trout where the streams are stocked. Anyone with a valid Virginia or North Carolina fishing license is welcome, but please check with the visitor center for any special regulations.

    Natural Features

    Rolling ridgetop meadows and steep mountainsides characterize the 7,000-acre Doughton Park. The elevation is a cool 3688 feet. It is one of the best places along the motor road to view white-tailed deer, raccoons, red and gray foxes, and bobcats. Visitors can enjoy spectacular shows of flame azalea and rhododendron in the late spring and fields of Dense Blazing Stars in mid to late July. Nearby Bluffs picnic area features open areas for night sky viewing with limited light pollution.__ The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic byway that follows the high crests of the central and southern Appalachians for 469 miles from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina.

    Nearby Attractions

    Mount Airy, NC: Andy Griffith's hometown, the ideal American town that was the inspiration for Mayberry--Hwy 52 South; 12 miles south of Fancy Gap, VA. (www.visitmayberry.com)\_\_\_\_ Churches of the Frescoes: MP 259 - The Last Supper, Mary Great with Child, Mystery of Faith, and 7 others. Episcopal Church is always open. (www.churchofthefrescoes.com) Northwest Trading Post: Located south of Doughton Park at milepost 258 near Glendale Springs, this craft store sells handicrafts representative of the Appalachian Mountain culture. (www.CoolSparta.com)

    • Pets
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    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wagoner — New River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagoner — New River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagoner — New River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagoner — New River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagoner — New River State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA
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    5. Fancy Gap-Blue Ridge Parkway KOA

    25 Reviews
    117 Photos
    83 Saves
    Cana, Virginia
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    6. Wytheville KOA

    32 Reviews
    53 Photos
    74 Saves
    Max Meadows, Virginia

    Nestled between the beautiful Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains (just one mile off the highway), this KOA Holiday caters to everyone, from families looking for a memorable destination to travelers looking for a quiet location after a day on the road. Check out the improved big rig friendly RV sites, Camping Cabins, Deluxe Cabins and Tent sites. Enjoy the pool with double water slide, fully stocked camp store, gaga ball, mini golf, corn hole, playground, mining sluice, court games, and our catch-and-release fishing pond.

    This campground's Bowling and Family Fun Center is home to indoor batting cage, arcade games, pool tables, skee ball, outdoor mini golf, and the AOK Cafe, which features made to order pizza, wings, and doughnuts! The Bowling and Family Fun Center Pavilion hosts summer weekend activities that include a ride on the KOA Express train, an authentic 1924 fire truck, wagon rides, tie-dye/crafts and a candy hunt (kids 12 & under). This KOA Holiday has brought a new addition to The Fun Center; a first of its kind: a six-lane BOWLING ALLEY complete with automatic scoring for your enjoyment. Nearby, explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, animal park, wineries, antique malls, and the Town of Wytheville's historic attractions and restaurants (some will even deliver to your site).

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $50 - $170 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Royal Oak Campground — Hungry Mother State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Royal Oak Campground — Hungry Mother State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Royal Oak Campground — Hungry Mother State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Royal Oak Campground — Hungry Mother State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Royal Oak Campground — Hungry Mother State Park
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    8. Mayberry Campground

    24 Reviews
    48 Photos
    71 Saves
    Mount Airy, North Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    9. Grindstone

    21 Reviews
    102 Photos
    106 Saves
    Troutdale, Virginia

    Overview

    Grindstone Campground is tucked in the Fairwood Valley among pastures and wooded hillsides. The surrounding Mount Rogers National Recreation Area provides endless opportunities for fun and relaxation in the nature setting. The Campground will be closed until further notice due to facility repair needs. Opossum Loop will be open for tent campers. There will be no available water. No Dump Station available.

    Recreation

    The area offers excellent hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and hunting. Recommended hiking trails include the Mount Rogers Trail at 7.5 miles and the Whispering Waters Nature Trail at 0.6 miles. Several streams pass by just beyond the campground, with trout fishing available in abundance. The campground boasts a water play area in the creek, an amphitheater, a playground and volleyball courts to entertain families.

    Natural Features

    At 3,800 feet, Grindstone is surrounded by mixed hardwoods, hemlock and rhododendrons. The Mount Rogers National Recreation Area spans 200,000 acres of National Forest, with four wildlife-rich wilderness areas.

    Contact Info

    This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (276) 783-5196.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Mount Rogers Scenic Byway, which traverses more than 50 miles with views of forestland and open rural countryside, is accessible nearby.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $24 - $34 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Fancy Gap Cabins and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Fancy Gap Cabins and Campground
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    10. Fancy Gap Cabins and Campground

    16 Reviews
    50 Photos
    85 Saves
    Cana, Virginia

    April 1 to November 3, relax, unplug and refresh with family and friends on the Blue Ridge Parkway. We have 13 full hookup RV sites, 6 camping cabins, 3 tent sites with water and electric and an 8-room motel. Our bathhouse features five private bathrooms with hot showers and utility sinks. Enjoy our 22 acres of rolling hills, woods, walking trails, mountain views, blazing sunsets and starry nights. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi that is available throughout the campground and at the motel. We also offer a propane fill station and a camp store. The store is open to grab an ice cream treat, cold drink, snack, firewood, ice, books, gifts or souvenirs. Fancy Gap Cabins and Campground is also the home to one of the longest official Virginia LOVE signs in the state. From the campground easily explore the Blue Ridge Music Center, Mabry Mill and all of the beauty, shopping, wineries, hiking, cycling, and paddling southwest Virginia has to offer. We take reservations year round. Check our website fancygapcabinsandcampground.com or call us at 276-730-7154 for details and to learn about our limited winter camper opportunities.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $30 - $78 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Ridge RV Resort
    Nov. 18, 2024

    Lake Ridge RV Resort

    SO MUCH FUN!

    We were able to spend a couple of weeks enjoying the park. We stayed in one of the cabins after the high season.  Comfortable and cozy, we really enjoyed our morning walks along the trails and lake.  We spent one evening playing in the arcade room where I may currently hold the high score on one of the pinball machines and got to have lazy days around the park.  We enjoyed the area so much!  The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. 

    They are continuously improving the park love seeing what they are doing as they keep going.

  • Mateo M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Scales Trailhead Basecamp
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Scales Trailhead Basecamp

    Fun, adventure, friendship

    My partner and I took our dog on a quick impromptu weekend trip, we drove about 2 hours. Once reaching the off road trail my partner got nervous, feeling as if our Forrester wouldn’t make it up. My advice… come prepared. I got. Flat on the way up and was able to make it to my campsite. The campground was well kept, well placed, not to mention the next morning part of the crew that maintains the area helped us fix our flat. Some of the other campers introduced themselves and were extremely friendly and helpful. Some had been camping there for 40yrs. The fire pits are well built and there is plenty of kindling and tinder to find right off the trails. If you’re comping at night time and want a fire bring a starter log. This time of year the wood was a little damp as we arrived late. Other than that bring plenty of water there are creeks and running water around but no running water at the sites, if you’re a must have shower person bring a shower bag. The sights were magical and the salt lick for the ponies wasn’t far so if you’re looking for a weekend getaway with great sites, a little adventure and a whole lot of beauty this campground is for you. This will definitely become a frequent for my partner and I

  • Harley G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitetop
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Whitetop

    Absolutely stunning!

    Absolutely stunning views! I was a little sketched out going up as it was my first time driving up a mountain like that, but it really wasn’t bad. Watching the sunset was spectacular, then being able to star gaze.

  • Alda M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Cranks Campground and RV Park
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Old Cranks Campground and RV Park

    Good value

    GGreat location to Main Street, Galax and New River Trail park. Scenic location overlooking Chestnut Creek, clean Bathhouse, great price. No Picnic tables or firepits. Nearby roadway noise fades by dark. Would stay there agai n.

  • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Willville Motorcycle Camp
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Willville Motorcycle Camp

    Great stop!!

    Best campground I’ve stayed at on a bike. Very welcoming, quiet and peaceful. Few small town stores about a mile away including gas. Nice bath houses with shower. We had a fire every night and good conversation. Great stop, 10/10 I will make a point to be back!

  • Betsy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Fork Campground
    Sep. 6, 2024

    Stony Fork Campground

    Well maintained and quiet

    Staff were GREAT!! Very clean bathrooms and hot showers. Grounds were clean and well maintained. 50+ sites with 4 bathrooms scattered in campground and 2 host sites. Wildlife abundant.

  • Betsy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Tumbling Creek
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Little Tumbling Creek

    Beautiful and peaceful

    Laurel bed lake at top is beautiful. Waterfalls on way up and good fishing along the way in tumbling creek. Flat field area for camping on way. Several spots by creek for van or tent camping.

  • Jay N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Scales Trailhead Basecamp
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Scales Trailhead Basecamp

    Isolated & wonderful!

    We've been going to Scales for several years now, & it's one of the few places we keep revisiting! Yes, the road in is rocky (& not short...probly 45 mins from the road to the campground), but anything with Subaru Outback ground clearance will be fine.

    The campground itself is great! It's right on the AT, so there are lots of through hikers that you'll see stop in for a night. That also means that there's lots of great hiking options! Our favorite parts are the beautiful views, wild ponies, & it's (usually) relatively quiet!

    Additionally, there are a lot of fire pits& there are pit toilets.

  • 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.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Chiswell RV Park
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Fort Chiswell RV Park

    New Price

    Dyrt says $40-$42. Price now is $56. Decent place. Easy on off off IH77. Prefer this to most KOA’s for value. Nice, tree filled sites, clean and well lighted shower rooms, rural setting, but near a city. Definitely would recommend.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Peak Creek RV Campground
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Peak Creek RV Campground

    Lynn Strazzabosco

    This was an excellent choice for us. Quiet spot, great views. Host was very accommodating and had inner tubes for floating in the stream.

  • 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.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Creeper Trail Campground
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Creeper Trail Campground

    Great getaway spot

    My husband and I stayed from the 4th of July to the 7th. The site was nice and level with a beautiful view. It’s a quiet, sleepy campground just perfect for relaxing by a fire. Be aware that only a few sites have septic. Pay attention to the site description. There is no cell phone reception anywhere around until you get to Damascus about 30 minutes away. The office/cafe does has WiFi. It is not park-wide though so plan ahead by downloading your maps and music, etc. The campground is owned and run by a couple who take great care to make sure your stay is pleasant. They have a cafe and small store in the office building. We had breakfast one morning - bacon, egg and cheese biscuit and a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich - made on homemade bread and biscuits. So good! I also got a latte and it was amazing. We stopped in for pizza night and got a homemade pesto pizza. Don’t miss that one! Our camper has a bathroom but the camp bathrooms were incredible. Super clean and well-maintained. If you need diesel, nearly every gas station is gas-only. There is a nice gas station and cafe close by in Whitetop Station that carries diesel and has really good food. We stopped there on our way out and the biscuits and gravy were wonderful. The Virginia Creeper trail head is right around the corner from the entrance to the campground.

  • Bethany I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Green Mountain
    Jul. 2, 2024

    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.

  • 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.

  • Donna B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverwalk RV Park
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Riverwalk RV Park

    Wonderful!

    We loved camping here and can’t wait to come back❤️ they just need to update all of their picnic tables! The swimming pond was awesome with a spot for the dogs. We only stayed 2 nights and can’t wait to go back!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fries New RiverTrail RV Park
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Fries New RiverTrail RV Park

    Great stop for trail and the New River access

    Almost all have shade large % of day. Full hook-ups. No campfires. Extremely clean. Only 20 sites. Walk to trail/river . Great little steakhouse Thursday to weekend. Supplies slim in Fries area. Cvs/Dollar General. Tom, owner is the best.

  • Jason B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Utts Campground
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Utts Campground

    Peaceful and safe

    Utt’s Campground is the hidden gem of VA! Not a fast paced family resort. But a calm quiet place to sit back, relax, feel the mountain breeze. We love it here. We stayed here from May to November. The monthly rates are super reasonable.



Guide to Sparta

Camping near Sparta, North Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're into hiking, fishing, or just relaxing by the campfire, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Hickory Ridge Campground — Grayson Highlands State Park. One reviewer said, "Hiking is awesome. The kids LOVED the wild horses and the steer walking around."
  • Water Activities: At Lake Norman State Park Campground, you can enjoy swimming and fishing. A visitor mentioned, "The campground is in a forest on the shores of Lake Norman. Well maintained hiking trails branch out from the campground."
  • Sightseeing: Visit the nearby waterfalls and scenic views at Hanging Rock State Park Campground. One camper noted, "The park has 5 waterfalls... we got our workout in seeing all the sites."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-kept restrooms and showers at Roan Mountain State Park Campground. A reviewer shared, "The amenities here were well kept and the campsite was large enough."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy campsites at Stone Mountain State Park Campground. One visitor said, "The campsites are large and spacious. The park is well-kept."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpful staff at Wytheville KOA. A guest remarked, "The campground host was courteous and friendly and they assisted me in backing in my trailer."

What you should know

  • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service in some campgrounds. A visitor at Hickory Ridge Campground noted, "Best place in the campground to catch a fleeting cell signal."
  • No Electric Hookups: Some campgrounds, like Pilot Mountain State Park Campground, do not offer electric hookups. A camper mentioned, "No electric or water at the sites."
  • Busy on Weekends: Expect larger crowds on weekends, especially at popular spots like Hanging Rock State Park Campground. One reviewer said, "The place was pretty packed."

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with nearby hiking and wildlife. At Hickory Ridge Campground, a family shared, "The kids loved the wild horses."
  • Choose Spacious Sites: Opt for campgrounds with larger sites, like Stone Mountain State Park Campground, where "the campsites are large and spacious."
  • Plan for Safety: Always keep an eye on kids around wildlife. A visitor at Hanging Rock State Park Campground advised, "Please respect the distance advice and don't feed them."

Tips from RVers

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for easier setup. A reviewer at Wytheville KOA mentioned, "The sites to the left of the pond had the tongue on the ground."
  • Check Amenities: Ensure the campground has the amenities you need, like at Roan Mountain State Park Campground, where "the campground has laundry facilities."
  • Book Early: Popular campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A visitor at Lake Norman State Park Campground noted, "We didn’t book far enough in advance."

Camping near Sparta, North Carolina, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some unforgettable memories!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Sparta, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Sparta, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 172 campgrounds and RV parks near Sparta, NC and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Sparta, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sparta, NC is Stone Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 56 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Sparta, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Sparta, NC.

  • What parks are near Sparta, NC?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 25 parks near Sparta, NC that allow camping, notably Blue Ridge Parkway and W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir.