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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
Ronald Z
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Very disappointing experience - Double booked and no support
"Our experience was very poor. We made a reservation two weeks in advance for March 14th, but when we arrived, other people were already in our assigned spot (013). We politely informed them, but they claimed they had also booked it.
The worst part is that there is no office or staff on-site. I tried calling multiple times, but nobody ever answered. We had to drive back home feeling very sad and disappointed. Extremely poor management."thanks
Ronald Z
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Very disappointing experience - Double booked and no support
"Our experience was very poor. We made a reservation two weeks in advance for March 14th, but when we arrived, other people were already in our assigned spot (013). We politely informed them, but they claimed they had also booked it.
The worst part is that there is no office or staff on-site. I tried calling multiple times, but nobody ever answered. We had to drive back home feeling very sad and disappointed. Extremely poor management."thanks
Charles P
VerifiedMarch 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Badin Lake features secluded campsites but the experience is marred by truly decrepit bathrooms and showers. They are well past due for a reno.
Charles P
VerifiedMarch 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Badin Lake features secluded campsites but the experience is marred by truly decrepit bathrooms and showers. They are well past due for a reno.
Bryan R
VerifiedJanuary 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Campsite 29 upper loop was decent size to allow for our large tent and gazebo and parking for pickup truck and boat trailer. Fire pit needs to be cleaned & replaced. Five mile lake trail loop easily accessible from site was convenient. Bathroom and showers kept clean and well lit. Gravel roads into campground will get you very dusty. Boat launch steep but very usable. Non floating boat dock at ramp was a bit of a challenge with lake about 3’ under pool. Friendly host.
Bryan R
VerifiedJanuary 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Campsite 29 upper loop was decent size to allow for our large tent and gazebo and parking for pickup truck and boat trailer. Fire pit needs to be cleaned & replaced. Five mile lake trail loop easily accessible from site was convenient. Bathroom and showers kept clean and well lit. Gravel roads into campground will get you very dusty. Boat launch steep but very usable. Non floating boat dock at ramp was a bit of a challenge with lake about 3’ under pool. Friendly host.
Lawrence T
VerifiedDecember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: LOWER LOOP
The campground and facilities were clean. I had a peaceful, relaxing time!
Lawrence T
VerifiedDecember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: LOWER LOOP
The campground and facilities were clean. I had a peaceful, relaxing time!
Hamid N
VerifiedDecember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: UPPER LOOP
The sites need some cleaning; an access to the lake would be nice.
Hamid N
VerifiedDecember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: UPPER LOOP
The sites need some cleaning; an access to the lake would be nice.
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
