Established Camping
Paddy's Creek — Lake James State Park
Paddy's Creek at Lake James State Park is surrounded by forested terrain and the waters of Lake James. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area and the historic town of Morganton.
Description
State Park
Lake James State Park
The Paddy's Creek access has 33 drive-in sites that are perfect with families with lots of camping gear. These sites are open to a maximum of 6 people per campsite.
Each campsite has parking for two vehicles adjacent to the camping pad. Each site's driveway is 20 feet long.
The campsite has a fire pit and picnic table. The tent pad measures 12 feet by 12 feet.
Potable faucets are located throughout the camping area. There is a centrally located bathhouse with toilets and hot showers that is open 24/7.
Sites 13 and 14 are accessible for people with limited mobility or disabilities. Please do not reserve an accessible site if no one in your group needs it, unless it is the only site left available when you are making your reservation.
Reservation Info
Park gates are closed and locked at posted closing times for your protection. All visitors who are not spending the night need to be out by closing time. Vehicles left overnight must have a camping tag.
The electronic gates at Paddy's Creek access open automatically when a vehicle exiting the park slowly approaches the gate. Campers may enter the parking areas after hours with the electronic code printed on the reservation confirmation or receipt.
Location
Paddy's Creek — Lake James State Park is located in North Carolina
Coordinates
35.757110937835826 N
81.87505168171867 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
