Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

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Top Campgrounds near Chapel Hill

41 campgrounds 719 available sites
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Longwood Park

Boydton, VA · 53.8 mi from Chapel Hill

4.6 (418 reviews)

Longwood Park is situated on the John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake along the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina. Created by the John H. Kerr Dam in 1952, the reservoir features 800 mi of wooded shoreline across six counties and ...

  • RV sites: 65
  • Tent sites: 63
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
  • Dump station on site
  • Playground
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Buffalo Park

Boydton, VA · 56.9 mi from Chapel Hill

4.7 (250 reviews)

Buffalo Park is a day-use and campground park on John H. Kerr Reservoir, open year-round for day use and from May 1 to September 30 for camping. The reservoir, also known as Buggs Island Lake, spans 50,000 acres along the Roanoke River in Virginia...

  • RV sites: 10
  • Tent sites: 19
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
  • Dump station on site
  • Playground
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Rudds Creek Rec. Area

Boydton, VA · 61.7 mi from Chapel Hill

4.6 (1389 reviews)

Rudds Creek Park is located on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake that extends 39 mi up the wooded, cove-studded shoreline of the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina. Rudd's Creek Campground is open April 1 - October 31. The Day U...

  • RV sites: 86
  • Tent sites: 96
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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North Bend Park

Boydton, VA · 61.9 mi from Chapel Hill

4.6 (1372 reviews)

North Bend Park is the largest park on John H. Kerr Reservoir, a 50,000-acre lake along the Roanoke River in Virginia and North Carolina. Established in 1952 with the construction of Kerr Dam, the reservoir features 800 mi of wooded shoreline and ...

  • RV sites: 201
  • Tent sites: 233
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
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Canebrake Horse Camp

Troy, NC · 64.6 mi from Chapel Hill

4.2 (173 reviews)

Canebrake Horse Camp, located in the Badin Lake Recreation Area of Uwharrie National Forest, offers scenic overnight camping specifically for horse travelers with various amenities. Campers can enjoy nearly 40 mi of horseback riding trails, along ...

  • Potable Water
  • Dump station on site
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Badin Lake Group Camp

Troy, NC · 65.4 mi from Chapel Hill

4.1 (36 reviews)

Badin Lake Group Camp is a recreational area in Uwharrie National Forest, North Carolina, ideal for clubs and families. It offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and boating. The campground is open year-round and can hos...

  • RV sites: 3
  • Tent sites: 3
  • Potable Water
  • Showers

King's Mountain Point Picnic Pavilion (NC)

Troy, NC · 65.5 mi from Chapel Hill

4.5 (2 reviews)

King's Mountain Point Day Use Area, situated on Badin Lake in Montgomery County, NC, offers excellent fishing opportunities in the Uwharrie National Forest. The lake, created in 1917 by ALCOA for hydroelectric power, spans 5,350 acres and is well-...

  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
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Arrowhead Campground

East Troy, NC · 65.7 mi from Chapel Hill

4.1 (872 reviews)

Arrowhead Campground, located in the Badin Lake Recreation Area of Uwharrie National Forest, offers diverse camping options for RV and tent campers. Open year-round, it provides easy access to various outdoor activities, including hiking, off-road...

  • RV sites: 40
  • Tent sites: 46
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
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Badin Lake Campground

Troy, NC · 65.8 mi from Chapel Hill

4.1 (690 reviews)

Badin Lake Campground, located in Uwharrie National Forest, provides a year-round retreat by the lakeshore for swimming, boating, and fishing. It features spacious, waterfront sites suitable for both RV and tent campers. The campground serves as a...

  • RV sites: 28
  • Tent sites: 32
  • Showers

Explore Chapel Hill, NC

Population: 61,607

Nearby city: Durham, NC

Approx. 10 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 489 ft

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Explore Chapel Hill, NC

Population: 61,607

Nearby city: Durham, NC

Approx. 10 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 489 ft

About Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Plan your North Carolina camping trip with campgrounds and RV parks near Chapel Hill. This city setting makes a practical base for weekend getaways, with outdoor stays close enough for easy day trips and quick supply runs in town. Browse 33 nearby options to find RV sites, classic tent camping, and a few simple cabins around the area.

Rates typically range from $45 to $75, averaging about $48 per night. Spring through fall generally brings the widest availability, while winter can be more limited, so book ahead for peak weekends. Whether you want a quick overnight, a family tent site, or an RV-friendly stop, camping near Chapel Hill keeps you close to local parks and green spaces without straying far from city conveniences.

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