Best Places to Camp in North Carolina
If you’re interested in a mountain-getaway, try the Pisgah National Forest in Transylvania County where you’ll find the Davidson River campground. You’ll enjoy fishing, hiking, and programs in the evenings. Or you can relax and enjoy the scenic National Forest. Warm showers are available as well. Looking Glass falls is an added attraction. The mist from this 60-ft waterfall can be felt by descending the steps toward Looking Glass creek. If you’re up the challenge of an icy plunge, you can slide down a 60-ft smooth rock water slide aptly named Sliding Rock. Pisgah National Forest is located in the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and offers a Wildlife center with attractions such as aquariums, hands-on exhibits, special programs, and a trout hatchery. For more information, contact their visitor information center at 1-828-257-4200 or email mailroom_r8_north_Carolina@fs.fed.us .
If you’re interested in camping in the North Carolina western piedmont, try Hanging Rock State Park. You’ll find a lake for swimming or fishing, as well as clean camping facilities, including restrooms. Follow the trails up Hanging Rock for a challenging hike or take the shorter hiking trails for a less demanding walk. Cascading water falls give Hanging Rock State Park a peaceful atmosphere. For more information, contact Hanging Rock State Park at 1-336-593-8480 or email hanging.rock@ncmail.net .
If you’re interested in camping in the Triangle area of North Carolina, try Jordan Lake. Boat ramps are available. Designated fishing and swimming areas are available as well. You’ll enjoy getting away and getting into the great outdoors in their natural campgrounds. Restroom facilities are available. You’ll find Jordan Lake to be a relaxing camping experience. For more information, contact Jordan Lake at 1-919-362-0586 or email Jordan.lake@ncmail.net .
If you’re interested in camping at the North Carolina coast, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is the place for you. It boasts 4 campgrounds: Oregon Inlet, Cape Point, Ocracoke, and Frisco. Tents, trailers, and motor homes are welcome. All campgrounds have restrooms with unheated showers, grills, and tables. Because of the sandy soil, you’ll need extra long stakes for your tent. Cape Hatteras National Seashore boasts long stretches of beach and sand dunes located on a stretch of barrier islands off the NC coast. They are often called the Outer Banks. For more information, contact the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau at 1-800-446-6262.
Camping is an enjoyable experience for both couples and families. If you plan to camp in North Carolina, take a look at the above campgrounds. You won’t be disappointed.
