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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
Tyler E
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Camp sites were well taken care of, with the exception of a few fire pits that had holes rusted out. Stayed in site 16. Plenty of tree cover without feeling shut off from sunshine. Bathrooms were nice and stocked. Potable water spigot easily accessible. Trails were being updated at the time, but they were still nice! Will definitely be back!
Tyler E
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Camp sites were well taken care of, with the exception of a few fire pits that had holes rusted out. Stayed in site 16. Plenty of tree cover without feeling shut off from sunshine. Bathrooms were nice and stocked. Potable water spigot easily accessible. Trails were being updated at the time, but they were still nice! Will definitely be back!
Brian C
VerifiedApril 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOWER LOOP
I will say our stay and experience was overall good and many family memories made.
Brian C
VerifiedApril 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOWER LOOP
I will say our stay and experience was overall good and many family memories made.
Paula M
VerifiedApril 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Busy campground on the weekend and nearly empty during the week. Nice spot. Showers were not very warm.
Paula M
VerifiedApril 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: UPPER LOOP
Busy campground on the weekend and nearly empty during the week. Nice spot. Showers were not very warm.
Jason W
VerifiedApril 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Glad we got the double site, Very nice location by the lake with trail access nearby.
Jason W
VerifiedApril 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOWER LOOP
Glad we got the double site, Very nice location by the lake with trail access nearby.
Elise T
VerifiedMarch 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOWER LOOP
The lake was lovely and we enjoyed hiking and biking down to the point.
My one problem is that there are only 4 total stalls as restrooms at the lower level campsites and they are only cleaned every 3 days, even in the summer! (I could see the calendar/sign in on the back of the door.) Ours was cleaned on Thursday before the weekend and then mens room was locked from the inside, so everyone used the ladies room and it was filthy. The host didn’t have a key, and the other bathroom sometimes had a line for the ladies room. This wasn’t the comfort level I’m used to at NC State Parks.
Elise T
VerifiedMarch 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOWER LOOP
The lake was lovely and we enjoyed hiking and biking down to the point.
My one problem is that there are only 4 total stalls as restrooms at the lower level campsites and they are only cleaned every 3 days, even in the summer! (I could see the calendar/sign in on the back of the door.) Ours was cleaned on Thursday before the weekend and then mens room was locked from the inside, so everyone used the ladies room and it was filthy. The host didn’t have a key, and the other bathroom sometimes had a line for the ladies room. This wasn’t the comfort level I’m used to at NC State Parks.
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
