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5 of the best RV parks in North Carolina

North Carolina is the birthplace of modern aviation, beautiful coastlines, and a wealth of natural resources. It’s no wonder this state continues to be a popular East Coast tourist destination. Whether you’re looking for pristine beaches, a visit to the heart of NASCAR, or a hike through the Appalachian Mountains, North Carolina has something for every trailer.

Let’s look at five of the best RV parks in North Carolina, what to expect from each one, and what to do once you arrive. North Carolina is beautiful year-round, so no matter when you visit, you’ll have the opportunity to stay at some of the best RV parks and campgrounds on your adventure.

5 of the best RV parks in North Carolina

Parque Estatal de Stone Mountain: Roaring Gap

Stone Mountain State Park is a North Carolina gem and sits next to a clutter of other great RV parks. There are several campsites in the State Park, but RVers are interested in sites that contain electrical and water hookups along with a picnic table, fire pit, and grill. The site also includes dump stations to remove waste tanks along with restrooms throughout the park.

Stone Mountain is a nature lover’s paradise. There are many trails for hiking and biking, exhibits and historical sites, climbing, fishing, and more. Make sure you get a good view of the massive granite dome of Stone Mountain. Within 30 miles you have Elk Knob State Park, New River State Park, Pilot Mountain State Park and many other outdoor recreational activities.

Deep Creek Tube Center and Campground: Bryson City

Deep Creek Tube Center and Campground is a great starting point to experience the Smoky Mountains region of North Carolina. There are 55 different campsites with full utility hookups plus cable TV and wireless internet, picnic tables, grills, and fire pits. The bathhouses are large and contain private showers, as well as laundry facilities. There is a large camp office with a general store, as well as tube rentals.

The desert can surround you, but you will also have fun in the park. There are giant playgrounds and even a petting zoo with goats. The main attraction is going down Deep Creek with rentals available on site, but there are tons of adventure everywhere, from zip lines to fishing and whitewater rafting and of course all the Great Smoky Mountains National Park hiking and biking.

New Bern KOA: New Bern

This highly rated campsite is on the banks of the Neuse River and is ready for you to relax there and enjoy the area. New Bern KOA has incredible amenities even for a KOA. They can accommodate equipment up to 128 feet with full service connections, cable TV and Wi-Fi. Bathrooms, showers, and laundry facilities are kept clean and bright for use. You get a snack bar, pavilions, propane refill, and more. New Bern is open for both summer and winter camping.

New Bern is the second oldest city in North Carolina and is home to the charming gardens and historic sites of Tryon Palace, the birthplace of Pepsi Cola, the Firefighter Museum, and three centuries of colonial and American history. You can also rent jet skis to go to Goose Creek in Pamlico Sound or explore the nearby Croatan National Forest.

Campfire Accommodations: Asheville

Campfire Lodgings is nestled on top of a ridge in the beautiful Asheville and Blue Ridge Mountains area, making it a great location for RVers and outdoor enthusiasts. Campfire offers RV sites equipped with 20/30/50 amp hookups, water and sewer, free cable TV and Wi-Fi access, a picnic table and fire pit. Bathrooms and showers are private with individual stalls containing sinks, showers, and toilets. There are laundry facilities, a general store, and your fishing pond.

The outdoor activities at Campfire Lodgings surround you. In summer, you can hike or bike the many trails around the Blue Ridge Mountain area, such as Chimney Rock Park, or go on a whitewater adventure down the French Broad River. Winter offers skiing, snowboarding or tubing at one of the nearby ski resorts. For those feeling less adventurous, Asheville is steeped in history with its historic downtown or Biltmore Estate.

Camp Hatteras: Outer Banks

There are plenty of great amenities and facilities at this family-friendly campsite. Specific sites come with full utility hookups along with patios, cable TV, and Wi-Fi access. There are five bathrooms and four laundry facilities, so you don’t have to worry about overcrowding. Guests can use the large clubhouse with a kitchen, and there is a general store so you can stock up on supplies.

Camp Hatteras fills its park with huge fun playgrounds, bike rentals, three different pools, three stocked fishing ponds, and so much more fun. You need to get out of the park to get to the real fun. You’re next to all the fun on the Outer Banks, including the Wright Brothers Memorial, Jockey’s Ridge State Park, the Pea Island Wildlife Refuge, and of course all the historic lighthouses. Try surfing if you are ready for a new adventure.

Tar Heel State is a great destination for any RVer or road traveler’s bucket list. Consider visiting North Carolina, stay at one of the trailer parks above, and take in the beauty and wonder of this state.

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