McDowell Nature Preserve
Mary H.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2020

Hidden Gem

Nice spot within the Nature preserve. Sites are close but not on top of each other. Paved but not necessarily level. The cleanest and most well designed bathrooms I’ve ever seen in a campground. Lots of great hiking trails throughout the preserve. Level boxed in pads for tenters in a separate area from RVs as well as sites that can be packed out to. On a visit during COVID it was open but limited. Set on the beautiful Lake Wylie, surrounded by marinas and large beautiful lakeside homes. Well designed for fishing, boating, gatherings and picnics. It feels so remote but is literally minutes from the full metropolis of Charlotte, NC. A must see for at least a day hike if you are in the area or camping if you have the chance.

  • Review photo of McDowell Nature Preserve by Mary H., October 31, 2020
  • Review photo of McDowell Nature Preserve by Mary H., October 31, 2020
  • Review photo of McDowell Nature Preserve by Mary H., October 31, 2020
  • Review photo of McDowell Nature Preserve by Mary H., October 31, 2020
  • Review photo of McDowell Nature Preserve by Mary H., October 31, 2020