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

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Top Campgrounds near Hickory

128 campgrounds 402 available sites
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Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)

Greeneville, TN · 62.7 mi from Hickory

4.5 (815 reviews)

Rock Creek Recreation Area, located near Erwin, TN, features facilities built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, including a creek-fed pond and bathhouse. At an elevation of 2.3 ft, it offers a cool retreat from summer heat. Visitors...

  • RV sites: 24
  • Tent sites: 32
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers

Scenic Community

Asheville, NC · 64.1 mi from Hickory

  • Wi Fi
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
  • Mail Center
Closed for Season

Backbone Rock Campground

Shady Valley, TN · 65 mi from Hickory

4.5 (159 reviews)

Backbone Rock Campground will open for the 2026 season on April 27, with the day-use area facilities available starting March 16. Located at 2.1 ft in northern Johnson County, it features 10 campsites along Beaverdam Creek, making it ideal for sum...

  • RV sites: 10
  • Tent sites: 10
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly

Love's RV Hookup-Rural Hall NC 883

Rural Hall, NC · 66.4 mi from Hickory

4.2 (5 reviews)

Love's RV Hookup – Rural Hall NC 883 is a convenient and safe stop for RV travelers along Highway 52, featuring a fully automated check-in process for a contactless experience. Guests can access 30-amp and 50-amp electric service, water and sewer ...

  • RV sites: 5
  • Power Service
  • Wi Fi
  • Pet friendly
  • Water Hookup
Closed for Season

Grindstone

Troutdale, VA · 66.8 mi from Hickory

4.6 (265 reviews)

Grindstone Campground is located in Fairwood Valley, surrounded by the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, offering a natural retreat. Currently, the campground is closed for repairs, but Opossum Loop remains open for tent camping, though there...

  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Pull Through Site
  • Shaded Site

Old Virginia Group Horse Camp

Marion, VA · 67 mi from Hickory

4.1 (14 reviews)

Old Virginia Group Horse Camp offers group equestrian camping near extensive horse trails in Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. The secluded campground accommodates up to 25 guests and horses, providing a serene atmosphere with beautiful mount...

  • Picnic Table
  • Equestrian-Friendly

Fox Creek Horse Camp

Marion, VA · 67.2 mi from Hickory

4.6 (5 reviews)

Fox Creek Horse Camp is a top destination for riding lovers, offering direct access to extensive trails in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Situated at nearly 4 ft, it provides a refreshing escape for summer camping and horseback riding.

  • Pet friendly

Orchard Lake Campground

Saluda, NC · 67.8 mi from Hickory

4.4 (5 reviews)

Orchard Lake Campground in Western North Carolina offers a welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff and various accommodations, including full hook-up and wooded tent sites. Guests can enjoy amenities like wireless internet, bathhouse, laundry, an...

  • Power Service
  • Wi Fi
  • Picnic Table
  • Water Hookup

Explore Hickory, NC

Population: 44,258

Nearby city: Charlotte, NC

Approx. 45 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,161 ft

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Explore Hickory, NC

Population: 44,258

Nearby city: Charlotte, NC

Approx. 45 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,161 ft

About Hickory, North Carolina

Hickory, North Carolina sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge, with Lake Hickory and the Catawba River close by and South Mountains State Park and Pisgah National Forest within an easy drive. Campgrounds and RV parks near Hickory put you close to hiking and mountain biking in rolling hardwood forests, and paddling and fishing on calm lake coves.

Travelers will find 110 outdoor stays near Hickory, with plenty of RV sites and classic tent camping plus a few glamping options. Nightly rates typically start around $10, with an average near $36 and premium stays up to $89. Spring through fall offers the most availability and comfortable weather, while some parks stay open in winter for quiet off-season camping. Plan ahead for weekends and peak foliage periods, check site types and length limits if you are bringing an RV, and use Hickory as a convenient base for exploring nearby lakes, state parks, and mountain overlooks.

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