Pet-friendly campgrounds near Shelby, North Carolina, United States

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17 campgrounds 682 available sites
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Woods Ferry Campground (SC)

Whitmire, SC · 41.1 mi from Shelby

4.3 (194 reviews)

Woods Ferry Campground, located in the Enoree Ranger District of Chester County, SC, features a picturesque setting along the Broad River, surrounded by rolling hills and diverse forests. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking on the Wo...

  • RV sites: 5
  • Tent sites: 4
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
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Curtis Creek Campground (NC)

Nebo, NC · 45.8 mi from Shelby

4.5 (140 reviews)

Curtis Creek Campground is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, near Old Fort and Asheville, NC. It features old growth forests and trout streams, and is located on historic National Forest land. The campground's gravel road leads to the Blue Rid...

  • RV sites: 9
  • Tent sites: 24
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Shaded Site
  • Fire Pit
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Black Mountain Campground

Burnsville, NC · 50 mi from Shelby

4.5 (142 reviews)

Black Mountain Campground is located near Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S., and alongside the South Toe River. It is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground offers a scenic and adventurous environment for vis...

  • RV sites: 12
  • Tent sites: 18
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Briar Bottom Group Campground

Burnsville, NC · 50 mi from Shelby

4.6 (21 reviews)

Briar Bottom Group Campground offers a scenic mountain retreat with convenient access to hiking trails. Located at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, it is situated in Pisgah National Forest. It's an ideal de...

  • Tent sites: 6
  • Restrooms
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Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area

Burnsville, NC · 51.6 mi from Shelby

4.3 (341 reviews)

Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is located in the picturesque Pisgah National Forest. It offers activities such as swimming, fishing, tubing, hiking, camping, and picnicking for small to medium-sized groups. Visitors can enjoy relaxation in the ...

  • RV sites: 17
  • Tent sites: 20
  • General Store
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
  • Lake Access
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Warrior Creek

Boomer, NC · 57.6 mi from Shelby

4.5 (487 reviews)

Warrior Creek is situated on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. The area is set in the picturesque Yadkin River Valley and provides numerous outdoor recreational opportunities.

  • RV sites: 55
  • Tent sites: 63
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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Bandits Roost

Wilkesboro, NC · 59.5 mi from Shelby

4.5 (1975 reviews)

Bandits Roost Campground is situated on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. It is set in the picturesque Yadkin River Valley, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.

  • RV sites: 85
  • Tent sites: 103
  • Dump station on site
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Fort Hamby Park

Wilkesboro, NC · 59.7 mi from Shelby

4.5 (323 reviews)

Fort Hamby Park is situated on the north side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. It is set in the scenic Yadkin River Valley and provides a variety of outdoor recreational activities.

  • RV sites: 32
  • Tent sites: 33
  • Showers
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Lake Powhatan Glamping

Asheville, NC · 63 mi from Shelby

4.6 (315 reviews)

Lake Powhatan Glamping, located near Asheville, North Carolina, offers an all-inclusive getaway with easy access to cultural and natural attractions. Guests can enjoy hiking, biking, and lakeside activities while staying in one of 12 fully furnish...

  • Potable Water
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
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Lake Powhatan

Asheville, NC · 63 mi from Shelby

4.6 (764 reviews)

Lake Powhatan offers glamping sites with 12 fully furnished canvas tents in the national forest, just 10 minutes from Asheville, NC. Enjoy outdoor recreation while experiencing the comforts of home, with access to cultural and natural attractions ...

  • RV sites: 46
  • Tent sites: 51
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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North Mills River

Mills River, NC · 63.1 mi from Shelby

4.7 (585 reviews)

North Mills River Campground, located in Pisgah National Forest near Asheville, offers a rustic mountain experience with access to cultural and natural attractions. During winter (November 16, 2025 - March 20, 2026), it operates with limited servi...

  • RV sites: 21
  • Tent sites: 25
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
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Davidson River

Pisgah Forest, NC · 66.9 mi from Shelby

4.6 (577 reviews)

Davidson River Recreation Area provides family-friendly camping and outdoor activities, featuring shaded campsites and access to hiking, fishing, and waterfalls within Pisgah National Forest. Located four miles west of Brevard and under an hour fr...

  • RV sites: 132
  • Tent sites: 132
  • Showers
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White Pine South Group Camp

Pisgah Forest, NC · 67.8 mi from Shelby

4.6 (14 reviews)

White Pine South Group Camp is a year-round tent camping site in the Appalachian Mountains, accommodating groups of up to 25 people. Located along Avery Creek, it offers various recreational activities like hiking, swimming, and fishing. The camp ...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
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Wolf Ford Horse Camp

Pisgah Forest, NC · 68.3 mi from Shelby

3.8 (52 reviews)

Wolf Ford Horse Camp is a reservation-only campground in the Pisgah Ranger District, designed for equestrian use and offering access to extensive trails, creeks, and waterfalls. Located 3.2 mi down Yellow Gap Road, it serves as a serene base for e...

  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
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Mount Pisgah Campground

Canton, NC · 69.2 mi from Shelby

4.6 (707 reviews)

Mount Pisgah Campground, located in western North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers a scenic retreat at 5 ft elevation, surrounded by dense hardwood forests. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking sunrise and sunset views from nearby overlooks a...

  • RV sites: 40
  • Tent sites: 37
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site

Explore Shelby, NC

Population: 22,100

Nearby city: Gastonia, NC

Approx. 20 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 860 ft

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Explore Shelby, NC

Population: 22,100

Nearby city: Gastonia, NC

Approx. 20 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 860 ft

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