From the shores of Cape Hatteras to the ancient mountains of Great Smoky Mountain National Park, North Carolina is a state that is as beautiful as it is diverse in natural wonders. Whether you fancy a day of surfing in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean or a climb up Mount Mitchell, the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi, there’s an outdoor adventure waiting for you. So grab your bathing suit or your hiking poles (or both!) and find the best camping in North Carolina. 


The pristine beauty of North Carolina’s Outer Banks have always drawn vacationers looking for a respite from the hustle and bustle of their daily lives. Fortunately for those that like sleeping under the stars, camping in North Carolina at one of the state’s many beaches is a great way to experience the sun and sand without the expense of a vacation rental. With over 300 miles of coastline, there are dozens of state and private campgrounds to choose from. 


If pitching your tent in coastal sand dunes isn’t your cup of tea then pack your bag and head to the mountains of Western North Carolina—a region known throughout the southeast for its abundant opportunities to recreate outdoors. Whether you’re rafting down the Nantahala River that winds through the beautiful and remote Nantahala National Forest or hiking on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a 1,175 mile footpath that spans the width of North Carolina, you won’t run out of reasons to be outside. 


North Carolina has 40 mountains that rise above 6,000 feet (aforementioned Mount Mitchell is the tallest, clocking in at 6,684 feet) and 100 that stand more than 5,000 feet. Camping in the shadows of these peaks is just one thing that makes camping in North Carolina so special. And with 2.1 million acres of public land in the state, finding a campground is as easy as pulling out a map. 


Whether it’s saltwater waves, pristine peaks or rushing rivers that excite you, let The Dyrt help you discover the best camping in North Carolina. 

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Wilmington is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Wilmington campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Wilmington, NC. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

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The Best Camping Near Wilmington, North Carolina

Lake Linda is a private 6 acre lake that's located on our family's 40 acre property. We are just 5 minutes from Surf City & Topsail Island, & 20 minutes from both Wilmington & Jacksonville. You'll often see ducks & geese on the lake. Lake Linda is a peaceful place, but conveniently located within a few minutes of food, entertainment, and of course some beautiful beaches.



You can also see what Lake Linda looks like in the winter by watching Season 8 Episode 6 of ABC's The Great Christmas Light Fight! Lake Linda's Christmas Lights is a light display surrounding the Lake and synchronized to music. It's our own winter wonderland. In 2021, Lake Linda's Christmas Lights became a 501(c)3 non profit organization. You can also see more of what we do with lights by searching facebook for Lake Linda's Christmas Lights or Surf City-Hampstead Christmas Lights.



Lake Linda

We offer **a single campsite with 30 amp electric (no water, no sewer) for short-term stays** when you want to visit the area. The gravel campsite pad is 32' long and accommodates travel trailers up to 30' (not including tongue) and Class B & C RVs.

We are located in southeast NC, approximately 15-20 miles from area beaches. Our location is very "country" with lots of wildlife (deer, fox, rabbits, birds, etc…) roaming about. It is very quiet in the evenings and overnight.

The campsite has a large paver stone patio and picnic table. We have a fire pit and when able we would be happy to host a night around the fire. We are pet friendly but request that dogs be on a leash or tie-out. We expect guests to pickup pet "litter".

Campers are encouraged to use the swing and chairs set back under the pines. Also campers will find a guest book under the pine tree with a concrete bench nearby (you drive around in as you pull into the campsite). The book contains our WiFi password. Please leave us a note about your stay.



Someday Lane

Happy Haven hip camp in Sneads Ferry , NC. 5 minutes to North Topsail Beach. Look up listing on hip camp website for more details. We have 2 tent/ bring your own camper spots and 1 18 ft RV to rent to stay in in our back yard.



Happy Haven

Welcome to our Luxury RV! Our cozy beach space is right across the street from the beach with easy parking. This is a great alternative to beachfront cottages or beach house rentals - enjoy North Topsail Beach and Surf City for a much more reasonable price.



Grab a beer at the local restaurant on your way to the beach, rent a surf board, or play volleyball with friends/family! Fish at the marsh access point, or swim in the campground pool. We have an ocean of amenities within seconds of our RV!



This brand new, WiFi-enabled camper has a Queen size bed in the spacious master bedroom. There is a Queen size pull out available from one couch as well as a Full size pull out from the "L" shaped couch. The kitchen table can also be converted to a small bed if required. The entertainment center includes a Roku TV, Bluetooth stereo system, Fireplace (changes colors!), and USB ports. We offer board games and beach toys for your enjoyment!



The Rogers Bay Campground offers access to a swimming pool (open seasonally), sand volleyball court, marsh/bay access, and picnic areas.



There is a public bath house available for use just 50 yards down the road, offering multiple toilet stalls and extra showers if the bathroom in the RV is occupied. There is also a laundromat available for your use within the campground, near the swimming pool.



Located at the entrance to the campground, Beach Bums Pizza Bar & Grill offers wonderful beer and food. A cute little beach shop right next door to them supplies kayak/surf board/other rentals as well as ice cream during the summer months.



Topsail Beach Escape RV

Lot 39 in the Gated, Sawgrass Dunes Marsh front Community. It’s an Amazing Sandy Flat Marshfront Lot with Huge View! It's Very Private and Beautiful. Park on the Lot, camp and enjoy the whole large area of sandy use-able Land. Easy to Access and easy to use! The Private Cul-de-sac makes it easy to drive right in! Amazing Views of the Shallotte River. You are close to the ICW boat Ramp and & a few min drive to Holden Beach! Such a perfect location short drive to Downtown Shallotte, South Port or even Oak Island Beach! Amazing location. No Utilities or Hookups. You will love this Private spot!



Sawgrass Dunes at Holden Beach - Sandy Marshfront lot only 6 miles to the beach

Located in a bucolic setting that features wooded pathways on its perimeter, the property is also home to a few chickens and goats! Wilmington is known for its vibrant downtown and award-winning Riverwalk. Located along the Cape Fear River, in recent years there has been an explosion of new restaurants, breweries and boutiques as well as art galleries and gift stores for visitors to enjoy. Fresh local seafood and farm-to-table menus are common at award-winning and chef-inspired restaurants. Downtown Wilmington is also the home of the Live Nation’s first ever waterfront amphitheater the featuring headliners playing at the Live Oak Pavilion. And it’s all only 5 minutes away from Castle Hayne Farm Park!! Visitors will also want to “beach it” during their stay; nearby Wrightsville Beach is known for its pristine beaches and low-key vibe.



Castle Hayne Farm Park 

Welcome to Winner's RV Park, on the coast of North Carolina in scenic Carolina Beach. As the only dedicated RV Park on the island, we offer full hook-ups and are conveniently located in the heart of Carolina Beach, within walking distance of the beach, fishing fleet, dining and nightlife.

Located just 15 miles south of I-40 and historic Wilmington, North Carolina, our guests enjoy such attractions as the Battleship USS North Carolina, historic downtown Wilmington, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, the Fort Fisher Confederate Museum and Battleground, the Southport Ferry, fishing piers, the Winner Fishing Fleet, charter fishing boats, miles of beaches, Freeman Park and the North Carolina State Park at Fort Fisher.

Situated on land that has been in the Winner family since the 1800s, the goal of our family is to provide an enjoyable RV experience for your family during your stay at Carolina Beach. We warmly welcome families, pets on leashes, fishermen (and women), vacationers and tourists. If your RV requires 50 amp service, we will be happy to accommodate you.

Reservations are suggested, especially during Memorial Day, the Azalea Festival, July 4th, and Labor Day. We look forward to having you as our guest!

Winners RV Park

Wilmington KOA

Not all campsites have identical amenities. Read the campsite information on the reservations website to see photos of campsites; check availability and fees; find out whether a specific site is wheelchair accessible, has access to water, bathouses or pit toilets, or has electric hookup; and learn other important information.

 Tent, trailer and RV camping
The park's family campground is located in a wooded area near Snow's Cut.

There are 69 campsites with no hook-ups, including two wheelchair-accessible sites. Ten campsites have full hookups (water, electric and sewer), including one wheelchair-accessible site.

Each site is equipped with a picnic table and grill or fire ring. Drinking water and restrooms with hot showers are located nearby.

 Camper cabins
In addition to the 79 campsites, the park has four camper cabins located in the family campground. These camping cabins sleep six people in two rooms, one with a double bed and one with two sets of bunk beds. Each cabin has electrical outlets and a heating and air-conditioning unit. Outside each cabin, there is a picnic table, charcoal grill and a fire ring. Drinking water and restrooms with hot showers are located nearby.

Group camping
There are also two camping areas for organized groups located along Swamp Trail and are available by reservation only. Site #1 accommodates up to 26 people; site #2 accommodates up to 40 people. These areas include two picnic tables, grills/fire rings and pit toilets. Water and shower facilities are not available. This area is accessible only by foot and is located approximately 400 yards from the Flytrap Trail parking area. Reservations can be made by contacting the park marina office.

With a marina providing access to some of North Carolina's best fishing spots, a secluded camping area beneath towering trees, and miles of hiking trails that traverse a variety of distinct habitats—not to mention the presence of the Venus flytrap, one of the world's most unique carnivorous plants—it's no wonder Carolina Beach State Park is a popular coastal attraction. Beach Camping NC is located in an area steeped in both history and natural diversity, the park includes a visitor's center with exhibits depicting the wonders of its environment. 

Carolina Beach State Park

Residents and visitors have long enjoyed the beach area now known as Freeman Park. In fact, the area has become one of Carolina Beach's major attractions as it is one of the only beaches in NC that you can drive your 4X4 vehicle on. 

Whether coming to the area to swim, camp, fish, or go boating, crabbing or casting for minnows, people love Freeman Park. Visitors are drawn to the beautiful beach with its variety of wildlife, dunes and majestic sea grasses indigenous to the region.

Overnight camping is only allowed in designated, reserved camp sites Labor Day through the Thursday before Memorial Day each year.  Reservations are on a first come/first service basis.  During this period, there is a $50.00 per night fee for a campsite permit.  

NO OVERNIGHT CAMPING is allowed the Friday before Memorial day through the Sunday before Labor Day.

Visitors and campers driving 4-wheel drive vehicles must have a valid Freeman Park access pass at all times to enter the park (can be purchased online or in person at entrance to park). Camping permits can only be purchased on-line. 

Freeman Park 

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Though it doesn’t offer much within its city limits, the outskirts of Charlotte, North Carolina, and surrounding cities more than make up for it. With Lake Wylie and Mountain Island Lake outside of the city, travelers looking for waterfront camping and hiking won’t be disappointed.

The best camping near Charlotte is on Copperhead Island. This spot offers affordably-priced lakefront campsites, perfect for a relaxing weekend. If you’re willing to make a bit of a drive, head easy to the Uwharrie National Forest, on the other side of Badin Lake near Eldorado, NC. Badin Lake is another fantastic option for a camping weekend with several picturesque campgrounds. Whether in an RV or tent, you’ll love Badin Lake!

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North Carolina's Great Smoky Mountains National Park draws millions of visitors annually for its unbridled beauty and free admission. Expect long entrance lines but know that your experience will make it all worthwhile.

Great Smoky offers 10 front-country camping locations for tents and RVs. For those looking for a longer trek, the park has a host of backcountry campgrounds at just $4 per night. Ideally, you camp in the park. However, as this is the most visited national park, you may have to make other plans. If you can’t stay in the park, the best camping near the Great Smoky Mountains is usually found in the nearby national forests. If you’re looking for something with more amenities, the eclectic city of Asheville, NC is where you’ll want to be.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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