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About Badin Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 32
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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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.
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
Troy F
VerifiedJune 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Would not get this site again, as we like to be on the water due to kayaking.. This site is at the entrance. And not near the water.
Troy F
VerifiedJune 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Would not get this site again, as we like to be on the water due to kayaking.. This site is at the entrance. And not near the water.
Chip T
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Overall a great night of camping. Bathroom was nearby. Pretty easy to find with signage. Thankfully it was relatively quiet but we could hear other people talking most of the time.
Only drawback is that most of sites were quite close to each other and not much blockage from trees.
Chip T
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Overall a great night of camping. Bathroom was nearby. Pretty easy to find with signage. Thankfully it was relatively quiet but we could hear other people talking most of the time.
Only drawback is that most of sites were quite close to each other and not much blockage from trees.
Justin R
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Great neighbors and great staff there at the park. Would definitely recommend.
Justin R
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Great neighbors and great staff there at the park. Would definitely recommend.
jacob b
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: LOWER LOOP
This was my 3rd time at this campsite. There are awesome views. The lake right at the edge of the site. Nice shooting range right down the road. Had a great time there.
It was a nice stay except for the camp host, or someone staying with them, would fire up a very noisy vehicle at about 5am every morning. So much for sleeping in during vacation. The camp host also has some very barky dogs.
jacob b
VerifiedMay 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: LOWER LOOP
This was my 3rd time at this campsite. There are awesome views. The lake right at the edge of the site. Nice shooting range right down the road. Had a great time there.
It was a nice stay except for the camp host, or someone staying with them, would fire up a very noisy vehicle at about 5am every morning. So much for sleeping in during vacation. The camp host also has some very barky dogs.
Sarah G
VerifiedMay 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Loved the location. Needs some work, fire rings rusted out, showers not working properly, picnic table need work. Overall though it was a good stay.
Sarah G
VerifiedMay 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Loved the location. Needs some work, fire rings rusted out, showers not working properly, picnic table need work. Overall though it was a good stay.
Location Badin Lake Campground
Address:
429 Badin Lake Rec Area Road
Troy, NC, 27371
United States
From Troy, North Carolina, take State Highway 109 north for approximately 10 miles. Turn left onto Mullinix Road (County Highway 1154), and travel approximately 1.5 miles to a stop sign and "T" intersection. Turn right, and go approximately 2 miles to another stop sign and "T" intersection. Turn right, then make a quick left and travel about 1 mile to the campground.
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
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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
