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Badin Lake Campground

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BADIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
BADIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
BADIN LAKE CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Showers

About Badin Lake Campground

Badin Lake Campground borders the lakeshore and sits within a shaded forest, offering a year-round retreat for swimmers, boaters and anglers in central North Carolina's Uwharrie National Forest. Badin Lake Recreation Area is a hub for the area's outdoor activities, and the campground offers spacious, waterfront sites for both RV and tent campers.

Number of accommodations: 32

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Closed periods
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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

32 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
005, Loop: LOWER LOOP
8 guests
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
011, Loop: LOWER LOOP
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: LOWER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
026, Loop: UPPER LOOP
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
030, Loop: UPPER LOOP
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: UPPER LOOP
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (642)

What Guests Are Saying

Badin Lake Campground offers a peaceful and scenic environment, making it a great choice for those who enjoy rustic camping and proximity to hiking trails. Many visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, clean campsites, and friendly interactions with fellow campers. However, the campground's restroom facilities could use significant improvements, and some sites are closely spaced, impacting privacy. Overall, campers enjoy their experiences but recognize the need for better maintenance in certain areas.

Review Summary

4.1
642 reviews
5
51.7%
332
4
24.9%
160
3
13.4%
86
2
4.4%
28
1
5.6%
36

Kevin T

Verified

May 12, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: LOWER LOOP

5

Had a blast at our camp out, rained and made the the trails just right for the jeep ! Camped in the lower loop, bathrooms were well kept and clean as well as the shower ! Can’t wait to return end of May 😁

Meghan D

Verified

May 12, 2024 Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOWER LOOP

4

Campsite was great and lake was stunning. The trash in the lake, carpet remnant and old tire, weren’t as nice. The weather wasn’t great so we had to leave early, but we enjoyed our one night and hope to be back soon.

Meghan D

Verified

May 12, 2024 Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOWER LOOP

4

Campsite was great and lake was stunning. The trash in the lake, carpet remnant and old tire, weren’t as nice. The weather wasn’t great so we had to leave early, but we enjoyed our one night and hope to be back soon.

Kevin T

Verified

May 12, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: LOWER LOOP

5

Had a blast at our camp out, rained and made the the trails just right for the jeep ! Camped in the lower loop, bathrooms were well kept and clean as well as the shower ! Can’t wait to return end of May 😁

Phyllis w

Verified

May 10, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: UPPER LOOP

5

Great place, quiet and peaceful

Phyllis w

Verified

May 10, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: UPPER LOOP

5

Great place, quiet and peaceful

Robert H

Verified

May 1, 2024 Stayed at: 009, Loop: LOWER LOOP

4

Bathrooms are not as nice as many places, but were reasonably clean. Still no soap provided! Roads very rough. View and atmosphere were amazing, as always

Robert H

Verified

May 1, 2024 Stayed at: 009, Loop: LOWER LOOP

4

Bathrooms are not as nice as many places, but were reasonably clean. Still no soap provided! Roads very rough. View and atmosphere were amazing, as always

David S

Verified

April 14, 2024 Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOWER LOOP

5

Loved the campsite! Very clean and the nearby bathrooms and trash dumpster were very nice!

Milton R

Verified

April 14, 2024 Stayed at: 023, Loop: UPPER LOOP

5

The one night that we camped, there was very quiet and relaxing. The bathroom was clean and working. The security cable holding the picnic table down should hidden out of the way so no one trips over it. The next time we return we will get a site closer to the lake.

Location Badin Lake Campground

Address:
429 Badin Lake Rec Area Road
Troy, NC, 27371
United States

Highway access

Badin Lake Campground is accessible via State Highway 109, which is located approximately 10 miles south of the campground in Troy, NC.

Latitude & Longitude: 35.4485 / -80.0787

Elevation: 160 feet

Policies & Rules

Safety & rules

  • Prescribed burns may occur throughout the year, potentially causing smoky conditions.
  • Respect fellow campers by keeping off-highway vehicles on designated roads and trails, and control children and pets in the campground.

Fees & deposits

  • Single site rates are $20/night and $10/night with Access or Senior Access Pass; double site rates are $40/night with no discounts available.

Site types & loops

  • Campsites 17 and 19 are first-come, first-served with no hookups; alcohol and fireworks are prohibited.

Vehicles & parking

  • Off-highway vehicles are allowed on designated trails from April 1 to December 15, with required trail passes and trailering for unlicensed vehicles.

General

  • Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina

Fires & fuel

  • To protect forests, obtain firewood at or near your destination and do not move it; it may be illegal in some states.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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