Established Camping
Chalk Banks — Lumber River State Park
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There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Holiday booking date rules are as follows: 2 nights Minimum Stay on holiday weekend (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday) 2 nights Minimum Stay still apply to cabin rentals at Hanging Rock and Morrow Mountain State Parks 1 night Minimum Stay on holiday weekend if the booking dates within 7 Days before Arrival Date Rule applies to the following holiday weekends: Memorial Day July 4th Labor Day
Holiday booking date rules are as follows: 2 nights Minimum Stay on holiday weekend (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday) 2 nights Minimum Stay still apply to cabin rentals at Hanging Rock and Morrow Mountain State Parks 1 night Minimum Stay on holiday weekend if the booking dates within 7 Days before Arrival Date Rule applies to the following holiday weekends: Memorial Day July 4th Labor Day
Chalk Banks — Lumber River State Park, near Orrum, North Carolina, is a fantastic spot for those seeking a peaceful escape into nature. This campground offers spacious, primitive sites that are well-kept and provide a sense of privacy, making it feel like you’re truly off the beaten path.
Visitors rave about the campground's cleanliness and the friendly park staff. Each site comes with a fire pit, and there’s a clean toilet nearby, which is a plus for campers. As one happy camper noted, “The area is clean and well maintained,” and many appreciate the ample firewood available for gathering.
If you’re into kayaking or fishing, you’re in luck! The Lumber River is just a short walk away, providing easy access for water activities. The surrounding pine woods create a serene atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. Hikers will also find beautiful trails nearby, adding to the outdoor experience.
While there are no showers or a general store on-site, the campground’s charm lies in its simplicity and natural beauty. It’s a great choice for anyone looking to disconnect and enjoy some quality time in the great outdoors.
Description
State Park
Lumber River State Park
Located in Columbus, Robeson, Scotland, and Hoke counties 60 miles south of Fayetteville, Lumber River State Park has two access areas located about 1 hour from each other: Princess Ann and Chalk Banks. Possibilities for paddling on this 115-mile river are extraordinary. An abundance of wildlife and plant life, including the belted kingfisher and the rare Carolina bogmint, helped Lumber River earn federal designation as a National Wild and Scenic River, the only blackwater river in the state to have that honor.
Tent sites (including paddle-in sites) Group tent sites
Both accesses have camping facilities. If you have a reservation, please verify the location of your campsite prior to your visit. Princess Ann and Chalk Banks accesses are located 1 hour apart, so please check that you are headed to the correct campground.
Location
Chalk Banks — Lumber River State Park is located in North Carolina
Directions
**The PRINCESS ANN ACCESS AREA is 50 miles away from the CHALK BANKS ACCESS AREA** **DRIVING TO PRINCESS ANN ACCESS AREA: (SITES PA1-PA9, PA GROUP, PA OVERFLOW, PRINCESS ANN SHELTER) 2819 Princess Ann Rd. Orrum, NC 28369** From I-95 take Exit 13. Travel US 74 East 11 miles. Turn right onto Creek Road. Travel 2 miles on Creek Road to Orrum. Continue straight on Creek Road for 3 miles below Orrum. Take first left below Orrum onto Princess Ann Road. Travel 2 miles on Princess Ann Road, the park is on the left. From US 74 West, cross Lumber River into Robeson County. Turn left onto NC 130 West. Travel 2 miles. Take first left onto Creek Road at Orrum. Follow above directions to park. From NC 904, turn onto Fair Bluff Road. Take first right onto Barnesville Road. Take first right onto Edwards Road. Travel 2 miles to park on right. **DRIVING TO CHALK BANKS ACCESS AREA: (SITES CB1-CB14, CB GROUP) 26040 Wagram Rd. Wagram, NC 28396** From the intersection of US 74 and Hwy 401 Bypass in Laurinburg travel 13.0 miles on Hwy 401 North to the Chalk Banks Access Area entrance. The entrance is on the left. From the intersection of Hwy 211 and Hwy 401 Bypass in Raeford travel 10.0 miles on Hwy 401 South to the Chalk Banks Access Area entrance. The entrance is on the right.
Address
2819 Princess Ann Rd
Orrum, NC 28369
Coordinates
34.89995819460583 N
79.35464970114366 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 37 min from Fayetteville
- 1 hr 10 min from Florence
- 1 hr 31 min from Raleigh
- 1 hr 36 min from Durham