4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cane Creek Park houses several glamping accommodations 30 miles from Wingate, featuring well-maintained sites that combine natural surroundings with comfort. The park's glamping options include climate-controlled units with full hookups, comfortable bedding, and private decks overlooking the scenic lake. "Beautiful place to camp, hike, and kayak! I don't live far from Cane Creek, so I take my two labs there almost every weekend for a good hike through the woods and they LOVE IT!" noted one visitor. Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort provides additional eco-friendly glamping accommodations with modern amenities including electricity, water hookups, and sewer connections, making it an ideal resort-style camping experience for families wanting comfort while enjoying nature.
Morrow Mountain State Park Campground's glamping sites sit amidst hiking trails and water access points, providing an immersive outdoor experience with comfortable accommodations. The park permits alcohol, unlike some other local options, and offers fifty-amp hookups for climate control in glamping units. A recent visitor mentioned, "This campground is county run so the park ranger regularly patrols, making it feel safe." Glamping guests can explore numerous equestrian trails suitable for hiking, enjoy fishing for bass, catfish, and crappie in the nearby lakes, or take advantage of kayak rentals available seasonally. Yates Family Camping adds to the region's glamping diversity with yurt accommodations that combine canvas walls with solid flooring and comfortable furnishings, creating a distinctive blend of tent camping comfort and cabin convenience.
"Lake, hiking trails and nice wooded campsites with fire rings and close proximity to bath houses. Playground for kids, little store, friendly staff."
"Campground has trails and fishing in walking distance. It is always packed. No alcohol permitted."
"We stayed on site 16 right on the lake. Beautiful views. Our site was very steep, so took a lot to get level, but it was ok. The rangers we're very nice and helpful."
"Campsite rates are very reasonable and all sites have electric and water and 3 sites also have sewer! Bathrooms and showers are clean and staff are friendly and helpful! We will be returning soon!"
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"There was a fire pit, hang hook for trash, and plenty of shade on the tent pad. We had plenty of space between each site as well. Bathrooms were fine with decent water pressure and hot water."
"Plentiful campsites, we arrived on a Friday without a reservation and were able to get a spot. There is a swimming pool, but we didn't swim."
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from $17 - $107 / night
"Staff at counter was very friendly and provided all the information needed. Site was level side to side and paved with asphalt only wide enough for the camper."
"The sites are tight but there's shade and since we have to be close to the Charlotte airport it was perfect. Far enough not to have super loud plane noise but a very easy drive."
"We live nearby so this is a nice little place to camp at. Nice sites, close to places to eat. Bathhouse was clean and well kept."
"The bath house was clean. The men's side gave every appearance of being well maintained."
"We came here to do some trailer maintenance and because it is very close to home. We were not expecting it to be a great camping experience, but we’re pleasantly surprised!"
"I reserved a back in space and when we arrived were told they had upgraded us to a pull through site at no extra charge. Site was large enough for 36' fifth wheel, truck, and our car fit behind rig."
from $62 / night
"We chose site #8 that was directly on the lake and offered electricity and water. These sites are obviously designed for RV’s with little or no space for tent campers."
"The regular sites are usually full, and very close, but the lake front sites are gorgeous and worth being close to neighbors."
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"There aren’t really any extras here but if you’re just looking for reliable water/electrical/sewer and wifi near Charlotte this is a fantastic option."
"There was some trash from previous campers littered around the site when we arrived. Please don’t be a litterbug!"
"Sites 3 & 4 only have picnic tables and trash barrels. All sites except for site 7 are easily accessible with most vehicles."
from $10 - $15 / night
RangerWhen I’m traveling through the area, I do my best to stay here. It is a peaceful and well kept campground. It is an adult and a kid friendly environment. It’s one of the few places you can feel safe. I highly recommend this place.
RangerWas a monthly Camper when I came in to the campground. Nobody was cleaning the men’s room. No one was trying to collect the fall leaves. This is an old run down campground. I cleaned the men’s room for free because there was no staff to clean. I regret helping the owner for free on multiple occasions.
TravelerI don’t have any complaints about this campground! Sites are nice and feel like you aren’t close to anyone else. Very pretty area, quiet. Newest bathhouse I have ever seen at a state park! Awesome showers.
ScoutClean, safe, road noise all night, showers are clean, water is kinda warm. Site was level
TravelerThe campground is in an old pine forest with a few sycamore trees. Our site is smaller than most with 30amps, water and sewer. The resort is well maintained and very clean. Gravel roads and sites with a thick covering of pine needles between.
ScoutThis is ok is your passing though but it’s rundown.
Older. Clean! But really needs to be updated!
RangerThis campground is one of my regular stops. It is well kept.
GuideFor us this was a pleasant little stopover after a long drive. Nicely located next to a lake, there is also a nice little walk partially around the lake. It is a small campground with nice spots. The hosts where active and there if you wanted advice. At the campground you can't swim, but you can walk 10 minutes to a beachy area on the other site of the lake.
ScoutThe camping spots were clean and well kept....some have water and electric hookups and some are more rustic. There are plenty of large spaces for RVs with lots of room around them for privacy. It felt very private even though there were people all around. The bathrooms and showers were amazingly clean and they had a giant heater you can turn on over the showers when it's cold outside! There is a lake with a swimming area that was also well-maintained and clean, it has a boardwalk that goes around a large portion of the lake that connects the campground with the beach are. You can rent kayaks and canoes to take out on the lake, and the fishing is excellent! They also have rental cabins by the swimming area but I've never stayed in one. It is a nice campground, quiet and great for children! I will definitely go back!
Glamping options near Wingate, North Carolina occupy diverse terrain across Union and neighboring counties. The area features elevations between 500-700 feet with a moderate climate allowing year-round camping opportunities. Sites range from county-managed parks to state forests with varying levels of amenities and accommodations for different camping preferences.
Free mini-golf and swimming: Cane Creek Park offers complimentary mini-golf and seasonal swimming options. "Nice campground. Got very busy on Friday through the weekend. Nice lake and hiking trails. Free putt-putt. Clean bathrooms and hot showers," notes David E. about Cane Creek Park.
Lake activities: Multiple parks feature water access for fishing, kayaking and canoeing. "I load up my kayak once a month or so and paddle around the lake for hours. Trails, shelter areas, and bathrooms are always well taken care of," shares a visitor about Cheraw State Park Campground.
Stargazing opportunities: Sites away from city lights provide excellent night sky viewing. "Far away from city lights so great for stargazing," reports one camper about Sugarloaf Mountain. The primitive setting creates optimal conditions for astronomy enthusiasts.
Historical exploration: Andrew Jackson State Park offers educational opportunities beyond camping. "The park is located approximately 20 miles from Rock Hill and 30 miles from Charlotte so there is plenty to see and do on the days you want to do some sightseeing," explains Laura A.
Convenient city access: Many sites offer proximity to Charlotte while maintaining natural settings. "We were passing through for a trade show and picked the spot as it was 15 min from our event. Great place. Clean, well designed and maintained," notes Gus S. about Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort.
Well-maintained bathhouses: Clean facilities are consistently mentioned in reviews. "The bathhouse is in good shape and clean. I will come back when I'm in this area," writes Robert D. about his experience at Cane Creek Park. Many sites feature modern restroom facilities with hot showers.
Seasonal campground activities: Holiday celebrations enhance the camping experience at some locations. "Holidays usually have some activities for kids. The mini golf is free and a blast. The swim area is only open on Saturdays or you can drive to the day use side and be over there," explains Sarah B.
Amusement park shuttle service: For those interested in theme parks during their glamping stay, convenient transportation is available. "This campground is owned by carowinds and has free bus rides to and from the park from open until close," explains Creighton C. about Camp Wilderness Resort's amenities.
Varying site levelness: Some locations present challenges for leveling equipment. "Our site was very steep, so took a lot to get level, but it was ok. The rangers were very nice and helpful," reports Rachel R. about Andrew Jackson State Park Campground.
Alcohol policies differ: Restrictions vary between parks in the region. "Campground has trails and fishing in walking distance. It is always packed. No alcohol permitted," notes Julie P. about Cane Creek Park, while other sites do allow alcohol.
Weekend crowding: Many parks experience significant visitor increases Friday through Sunday. "We stayed at site 16 right on the lake. Beautiful views...The only downside is that you could hear the traffic at the campsites," mentions one reviewer about noise levels at busier times.
Off-season advantages: Several campgrounds offer better rates and fewer crowds during winter months. "Super cheap. We stayed four nights for under $100. 30/50 hookups and water. No sewer but very close dump station in campground," reports Sara M. about visiting in December.
Playgrounds and recreation: Multiple parks offer dedicated children's areas. "Large historic area- shaded lots. The campground is nice to roam with a wonderful playground. Events are held at an amphitheater by the day use area," explains Nate G. about McDowell Nature Preserve.
Safety considerations: Regular patrol presence enhances family security at some locations. "This campground is county run so the park ranger regularly patrols, making it feel safe," mentions one visitor about park security measures.
Wildlife education opportunities: Parks offer chances for children to learn about local ecosystems. "Abundant wildlife including copperheads. Decent fishing for crappie and bass," notes a McDowell Nature Preserve visitor, highlighting the opportunity to observe and learn about native species.
Seasonal swimming: Check availability before promising kids water recreation. "Beach swimming area closed due to Covid but looks nice. Park on other side of lake has picnic shelters, more trails, frisbee golf and kayak rentals," advises Jeanette M. about park amenities.
Site dimensions and accessibility: Many locations have restrictions or challenging access. "It is a great campground but tight fit for our 30 foot camper," shares Julie P. about Morrow Mountain State Park Campground. Larger rigs should call ahead for site recommendations.
Hookup availability: Water, electric, and sewer connections vary significantly between parks. "This is a great place for quiet, no frills camping. There are 7 camping areas, 5 of which have camping shelters. We stayed in site 1B and had no issue finding a spot by the water in our 22' travel trailer," reports Jason F.
Leveling requirements: Bring ample leveling equipment for certain sites. "The roads between the sites were a bit tight- it did not affect us as the park was not full but it could be a problem in peak season," cautions a reviewer about navigating campground roads during busy periods.
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