Camping in North Carolina
Discover 46 state parks offering camping in North Carolina
🏕️ Camping in North Carolina State Parks at a Glance
- Reservation fee: $3 non-refundable service fee per reservation; $15 cancellation fee; relocating free if 24+ hrs before arrival
- RV hookups: Electric-only, electric+water, and full hookups at many parks; types vary by park. No long-term/monthly RV rentals
- Pets: Allowed in campgrounds; must be leashed/under control per park pet etiquette rules
- Firewood: Do not transport firewood into parks; buy locally or use heat-treated/certified pest-free wood (parks sell on-site); rule of thumb burn within ~50 miles of origin to prevent emerald ash borer spread
- Good to know: Short 6-month 'to the day' booking window means popular sites fill instantly when the window opens; statewide standardized check-in/check-out times took effect June 2024
Official agency: North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation (NC State Parks), NC Dept. of Natural and Cultural Resources
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
North Carolina State Parks with Camping
Adventure Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Jones Lake State Park
Cape Hatteras State Park
Carolina Beach State Park
Carvers Creek State Park
Chimney Rock State Park
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park
Crowders Mountain State Park
Dismal Swamp State Park
DuPont State Recreational Forest
Elk Knob State Park
Eno River State Park
Falls Lake State Recreation Area
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
Fort Macon State Park
Goose Creek State Park
Gorges State Park
Grandfather Mountain State Park
Hammocks Beach State Park
Hanging Rock State Park
Haw River State Park
Jockeys Ridge State Park
Jones Lake State Park
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
Kerr Lake State Recreation Area
Lake James State Park
Lake Norman State Park
Lake Waccamaw State Park
Linville Falls Recreation Area
Lumber River State Park
Masonboro Island State Natural Area
Mayo River State Park
Medoc Mountain State Park
Merchants Millpond State Park
Morrow Mountain State Park
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area
Mount Mitchell State Park
New River State Park
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
Pettigrew State Park
Pilot Mountain State Park
Raven Rock State Park
Rendezvous Mountain State Forest
Singletary Lake State Park
South Mountains State Park
Stone Mountain State Park
William B. Umstead State Park
❓ Camping in North Carolina — FAQ
How far ahead can I book North Carolina state park campsites?
You can reserve North Carolina state park campsites 6 months in advance via ReserveAmerica. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in North Carolina state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in North Carolina state parks typically run $65–$80, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.
How long can I stay at a North Carolina state park campground?
The maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights within any 30-day period; must then vacate the park for 16 nights before returning. Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.