Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Bethesda, NC
Nestled within the scenic Appalachian foothills, Bethesda, NC offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking tranquility and adventure. For those who prefer the comforts of home, several RV parks are available, providing full hook-up services amidst lush greenery, making it perfect for family outings or solo retreats. Tent camping enthusiasts can choose from established campgrounds that feature ample space and amenities, such as picnic tables and fire rings, all while being surrounded by the area's stunning views of rolling hills and vibrant forests. For the more adventurous, dispersed camping is allowed in designated areas nearby, allowing campers to immerse themselves in nature away from the crowds, beneath a canopy of stars. The nearby Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah National Forest offer incredible trails for hiking and exploration, enriching your camping experience with breathtaking vistas and local wildlife sightings. Whether you prefer a rustic tent setup or the convenience of an RV, Bethesda provides a versatile camping playground, ideal for rediscovering the great outdoors.
Arrowhead Campground is located in the Uwharrie Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 6 min east of Concord, NC) with an elevation of 570 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 12 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 33 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $54.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Flanners Beach Campground is located in the Croatan Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (just 19 min southeast of New Bern, NC) with an elevation of 28 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 35 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 20 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include dump station. Activities include hiking trails.
Canebrake Horse Camp is located in the Uwharrie Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr east of Concord, NC) with an elevation of 469 feet. There are a total of 28 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $27.00 to $54.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Badin Lake Campground is located in the Uwharrie Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 7 min east of Concord, NC) with an elevation of 527 feet. There are a total of 34 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 30 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Badin Lake Group Camp is located in the Uwharrie Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 9 min east of Kannapolis, NC) with an elevation of 588 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $75.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Claytor Lake Campground is part of Claytor Lake State Park in Virginia (31 min southwest of Blacksburg, VA) with an elevation of 1,969 feet. There are a total of 127 campsites including 23 cabins. The campground is open all year. 121 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 39 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $386.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, boat ramp, swimming, marina, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Twin Lakes Campground is part of Twin Lakes State Park in Virginia (1 hr 9 min southwest of Tuckahoe, VA) with an elevation of 439 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 11 cabins. The campground is open all year. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 36 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 33 sites have electric and water hookups. 5 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $359.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
James River Campground is part of James River State Park in Virginia (54 min northeast of Lynchburg, VA) with an elevation of 495 feet. There are a total of 83 campsites including 19 cabins. The campground is open all year. 50 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 41 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $359.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Pocahontas Campground is part of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia (36 min southwest of Richmond, VA) with an elevation of 301 feet. There are a total of 131 campsites including 15 cabins. The campground is open all year. 122 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 116 sites have electric and water hookups. 11 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $386.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Staunton River Campground is part of Staunton River State Park in Virginia (1 hr 5 min east of Danville, VA) with an elevation of 393 feet. There are a total of 69 campsites including 8 cabins. The campground is open all year. 66 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 68 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 47 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $109.00. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Occoneechee Campground is part of Occoneechee State Park in Virginia (1 hr 17 min north of Wake Forest, NC) with an elevation of 360 feet. There are a total of 74 campsites including 17 cabins. The campground is open all year. 53 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 38 sites have electric and water hookups. 14 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $359.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Smith Mountain Lake Campground is part of Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Virginia (54 min southeast of Roanoke, VA) with an elevation of 830 feet. There are a total of 71 campsites including 21 cabins. The campground is open all year. 42 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 24 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $135.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
New River Trail Campground is part of New River Trail State Park in Virginia (1 hr southeast of Bluefield, WV) with an elevation of 1,980 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include general store, restroom, amphitheater. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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