10 Great Campgrounds for Winter Camping in NC

There are many great campgrounds and RV resorts in the state of North Carolina, but not all of them remain open during the winter months. The camping season in North Carolina usually runs from April to October. With more and more people living full time in their campers, it’s important to find year-round campgrounds. North Carolina does have some year-round campgrounds, I will feature 10 of the best in this post.

NOTE: Some campgrounds may close their facilities(bathhouse) and turn off the water during cold weather, while others may allow you to attach a heated water hose.

** It’s important to remember that if you are going to attach to their water pipe, you will need to winterize your camper after you are done camping to remove the excess water from the lines and avoid frozen or cracked pipes.** See winterizing tips at the end of this post

To Camp or Not to Camp

You may be thinking that it’s too cold to camp and what is there to do? Well, I’m here to give you some ideas. If you love camping, it’s hard to put away your camper for the winter. It could be your favorite way to relax and vacation, you should be able to camp year-round! Each of these camping locations has great restaurants, shopping, museums, and other indoor attractions. For those that don’t mind the cold, you can bundle up and enjoy all that winter has to offer!

However, if you live in one of our colder, northern states, you won’t find many year-round campgrounds. I know because I was born and raised in Wisconsin!

You always have the option of heading south or waiting for Spring!

In this Post, I will highlight 10 Year-round campgrounds that I have found in North Carolina.

10 Great Year–round campgrounds in NC

1. Carrollwoods RV Park, Tabor City NC
2. Water’s Edge RV Park, Newport NC
3. Camp Hatteras RV Resort and Campground, Rodanthe NC
4. Grumpy Bear Campground, Bryson City NC
5. Pride RV Resort, Maggie Valley NC
6. Riverwalk RV Park, Jonesville NC
7. Mayberry Campground, Mt. Airy NC
8. Creekwood Farm RV Park, Waynesville NC
9. Oak Hollow Campground, High Point NC
10. Zooland Family Campground, Asheboro NC

Carrollwoods RV Park

Carrollwoods RV Park is located in Tabor City, about 20 miles from North Myrtle Beach. This is a family-owned campground with an emphasis on family camping. Even though this campground is just a short drive to great beaches in both North and South Carolina, it is quiet and away from the crowds. It’s also located on a vineyard, Grapefull Sisters Vineyard. The campground has 81 RV sites, a tent area, and 2 cottages. All RV sites are full service with 30/50 amp electric, water, and sewer. They also include a picnic table and fire ring. Cable TV is limited and may require a converter box. Pets are welcome but must be up to date on their rabies vaccinations.

Other amenities: swimming pool with sky jets(summer months), laundry facilities, clean bathrooms with showers, firewood for sale, playground, and pond.

Rates: The standard rate is $41 per night, $49 during summer months, and $56 on Holidays. They also have weekly and monthly rates, but no annual sites.

Local Attractions: Myrtle Beach, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Lumber Riverwalk, Lumber River State Park

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Water’s Edge RV Park

Water’s Edge RV Park is located in Newport on the Bogue Sound, Intracoastal waterway, and just minutes from Morehead City and Atlantic beach. It’s a great place to enjoy the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. The convenient location is close to many parks, great shopping, and wonderful restaurants. Take a walk on their pier to see some beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This campground has 89 nice-sized RV sites with full hook-ups, 20/30/50 amp electric, water, and sewer. They have limited WiFi, cable TV, and no tent sites.

Other amenities: bathrooms with showers, waterfront pier, fishing, kayaking, and picnic area.

Rates: $70 per night, weekly, monthly, and seasonal rates available.

Local Attractions: Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, The Crystal Coast, Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Wild horses(Shackleford Banks), Fort Macon State Park, NC Maritime Museum

Camp Hatteras RV Resort and Campground

Camp Hatteras RV Resort is located in Rodanthe. This is a waterfront campground with both Oceanfront and Soundfront camping. If you love the coast, this is the place for you! It’s a family-owned campground with over 400 sites, full hook-ups, cable TV, and limited Wifi. They also have a tent area and Park Model rentals. Being located on the Outer Banks, the campground is just a few miles from several majestic lighthouses, Cape Hatteras, and Bodie Island Light just to name a few.

Other Amenities: Clubhouse, Indoor heated pool, outdoor pool and jacuzzi(3 pools), marina with water sports rentals, 5 bathhouses, and 4 laundry facilities, tennis, shuffleboard, basketball, mini-golf, playground, bike rentals, dog park, camp store, and clubhouse.

Rates: The rates vary by site and month, from $56 to $165 for full hook-ups.

Local Attractions: Ocean front/beach, Lighthouse tours, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wild Horses, Rodanthe Pier, Museum of the Sea

Grumpy Bear Campground

Grumpy Bear Campground is located near Bryson City on the Tuckaseegee River. This campground a centrally located to tons of fun activities; The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, waterfalls, Bryson City, Cherokee, the Indian Museum, Gatlinburg TN, and much more. You can choose from riverfront RV sites, off-river sites(all have full hook-ups), cabins, or tepees. Where else can you stay in a tepee?

Other Amenities: clean bathrooms, grills, picnic tables, fishing, cabin rentals, tepee rentals, portable air conditioners

Rates: RV sites riverfront $55 per night, off-river $50, cabins riverfront $100, off-river $90, tepees $50

Local Attractions: Smoky Mountains Trains Museum, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Bryson City Island Park, Cherokee Pan ‘Fer Gold, Mingo Falls, Museum of the Cherokee Indian

Pride RV Resort

Pride RV Resort is located in Maggie Valley surrounded by the Smoky Mountains. It’s located about 8 miles from lovely Lake Junaluska.

The campground has 124 sites with full hookups, which will accommodate RVs of any size. You can choose a creekside site or inland, with picnic tables, free wifi, and cable TV. If you don’t own a camper, they have Park Models and cabins for rent.

Other Amenities: Shuffleboard court, Camp Store, Clubhouse, Pavillion, Swimming Pool(summer months), Hot Tub, Laundry facilities, Pet area, Playground, Arcade, Mini Golf, and much more!

Rates: Several different rates for RV sites, ranging from $55 – $72. They also have cabins and Park Models for rent. Rate sheet.

Local Attractions: Lake Junaluska, Wheels Through Time(Motorcycle Museum), Cataloochee ski area, Tube World(Snow hill), Soco Falls

Riverwalk RV Park

Riverwalk RV Park is located in Jonesville on the Yadkin River. The campground is located about 74 miles north of Charlotte and a 3-minute drive to downtown Elkin. The small towns of Jonesville and Elkin are separated by the Yadkin River but both provide great restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. The campground offers 25 “signature” sites and 26 “standard” sites, with full hook-ups, picnic tables, & fire rings.

Other Amenities: Bathhouse, Dog Park, Playground, Camp Store, Covered Pavilion and Grill, Beach with swimming, Laundry facilities, E-bikes for rent.

Rates: signature sites $80/ night, standard sites $65/night, special weekly rates with the 7th day free, NO monthly rates

Local Attractions: Wineries & Wine tasting, the Elkin Vine Line(winery hopping experience), Purple Alpaca Farms(alpaca yoga, farm tours, feed alpacas), hiking, Jonesville Greenway, waterfalls, fishing, and kayaking.

Mayberry Campground

Mayberry Campground is located in Mt. Airy with the Blue Ridge Mountains on the horizon. This campground is very clean and well-kept, with 128 RV sites with full hookups, cable TV, and Wifi. They also have a tent area

Other Amenities: Laundry Facilities, 2 fishing ponds, clean restrooms & showers, community shelters, playground, and grills

Rates: RV sites $42/night, weekly rates with the 7th night free, and monthly rates. Tent sites are $20/per night

Local Attractions: “Mayberry” (the town of Mt Airy), Floyd’s Barber Shop, Snappy Lunch(great pork chop sandwiches), Old Mayberry Jail, Mt. Airy Museum, Andy Griffith Museum, Opie’s Candy Store, The Blue Ridge Parkway, Many Wineries, Pilot Mountain

Creekwood Farm RV Park

Creekwood Farm RV Park is located in Waynesville, 34 miles southwest of Asheville NC, between the Great Smoky and Blue Ridge mountains. It’s rated one of the top 10 RV parks in North Carolina! They have125 Spacious sites with full hook-ups, Cable TV, and Wifi. They also have fully-furnished cedar cabin rentals. This campground is on Jonathan Creek and is set on a farm setting with a barn, silo, and even chickens!

Other Amenities: Bathhouse, laundry facilities, covered picnic pavilion, recreation hall, fenced dog park, firewood for sale, camp store, picnic tables, and fire pits.

Rates: Creek sites, Off-creek sites, Premium creek sites, Patio sites, Elite patio sites, prices vary by season; ranging from $44 – $95/night. Cabin rentals range from $87 – $140/night. They also have weekly and monthly rates.

Local Attractions: Haywood Arts Theater, Sutton & Son’s Antiques, Balsam Antique Mall, Cataloochee Valley Tours, Fishing, Hiking, Waterfalls

Oak Hollow Campground

Oak Hollow Campground is located in High Point on Oak Hollow Lake. They take reservations for some sites and others are first come first serve. The campground has 107 RV sites with full hookups and 13 tent platforms. Many RV sites are on the shores of Oak Hollow Lake.

Other Amenities: Cable TV, Wifi, swimming pool(summer months), camp store, bathhouses, playground, laundry facilities, picnic shelter

Rates: $35 or $45/night for RV sites, $30 for tent sites

Local Attractions: All-A-Flutter butterfly farm, High Point Theatre, High Point Museum, Museum of Old Domestic Life, City Lake Park

Zooland Family Campground

Zooland Family Campground is located in Asheboro near the North Carolina Zoo. It’s very clean and well-kept, with many family activities. They have 88 RV sites with electric, water, and sewer, 28 RV sites with 30/50 amp electric and water, 27 RV sites with 30 amp electric and water, and 4 tent sites. Most sites are shaded and on a quiet summer night, you might even hear a lion roar!

Other Amenities: 2 bathhouses, river frontage, ax-throwing inflatable, basketball court, playground, dog park, laundry facilities, group building with kitchen, swimming pool(summer month), mini-golf, wifi

Rates: range from $37 – $50, rate sheet

Local Attractions: North Carolina Zoo, North Carolina Aviation Museum, Randleman Lake, American Classic Motorcycle Museum, Purgatory Mountain Trail

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Winterizing Tips:

• Drain fresh water tank, usually located in the front of the trailer
• Open all taps and leave open(kitchen, bathroom, shower)
• Flush toilet
• Turn the water heater off
• Drain the water heater, release pressure & remove the anode rod
• Reinsert the anode rod after the water heater is empty(note: you may have to replace the anode rod if corroded)
• Empty black & gray water tanks(at dump station)
• Locate water heater from inside
• Close the valves(cold & hot) to avoid antifreeze(if you choose to use antifreeze) from entering
• Locate freshwater tank from inside and close valve, a winterizing kit can be attached here
• Turn on the pump for 15 seconds
• If you choose to use antifreeze, remember it should be RV antifreeze only

NOTE: We did not use antifreeze this year. We used an air pump to blow out our water lines.

In Conclusion…

I don’t think you would be disappointed with any of the above North Carolina Campgrounds. They each have something unique to offer, and the locations are from the East to the West within the state of North Carolina. Whether you like the Ocean or the Mountains, you will find the perfect campground for you. Please consider giving Winter Camping a try, I believe you will enjoy it!

COVID NOTE: The last few years, during the pandemic, have been difficult. Traveling has been challenging! I know many people have purchased campers because it is a safer way to vacation. It has made it difficult to get campground reservations, so please plan in advance!

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