North Carolina campgrounds

24 campgrounds across North Carolina

Explore campgrounds across North Carolina, from public lands and forest sites to reservable parks and quieter local options. Use photos, map context, and practical signals to narrow the trip.

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Mountain country

Higher elevations, scenic trailheads, and cooler summer nights.

7 campgrounds

Waterfront camping

Lakes, rivers, beaches, and campgrounds near water access.

5 campgrounds

Forest retreats

Shaded sites, quiet roads, and public forest campgrounds.

5 campgrounds

Open sky trips

Dry country, wide views, and simple sites for self-sufficient campers.

4 campgrounds

Public land

National forest, park, and agency-managed campgrounds.

3 campgrounds

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The Waters of Roaring Fork Below Grotto Falls

SMOKEMONT GROUP CAMP

Cherokee, NC

3 sitesReservation unknownTentNo reviews yet

Overview Situated in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this sunny group camp offers an ideal setting for camping excursions. Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between...

Three campsites in a forested area near a creek, one with a large blue and white tent.

Abrams Creek Campground

Blount County, NC

Sites unknownNot reservableTent and RVNo reviews yet

Abrams Creek Campground is located beside beautiful Abrams Creek in a remote and secluded setting.

Frisco Campground

Dare County, NC

Sites unknownNot reservableTent and RVNo reviews yet

Frisco Campground with 127 sites is located west of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse near the village of Frisco, North Carolina. The campground is tucked between the sand dunes and shrub thicket.