The best campgrounds near Burlington, North Carolina with horseback riding

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Burlington, North Carolina? With over 1200 camping options available on Hipcamp, you can find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. Plus, with options starting as low as $5 per night and an average price of $30 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out top campsites like Rivers Edge Trail Camp (267 reviews), Silk Purse Farm RV (113 reviews), and R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. And don't worry about amenities - popular features like trash disposal, showers, and pet-friendly sites are available. Whether you're into climbing, horseback riding, or fishing, you'll find plenty of opportunities for your favorite activities. Start planning your camping adventure with Hipcamp today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Burlington, North Carolina? With over 1200 camping options available on Hipcamp, you can find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. Plus, with options starting as low as $5 per night and an average price of $30 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out top campsites like Rivers Edge Trail Camp (267 reviews), Silk Purse Farm RV (113 reviews), and R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. And don't worry about amenities - popular features like trash disposal, showers, and pet-friendly sites are available. Whether you're into climbing, horseback riding, or fishing, you'll find plenty of opportunities for your favorite activities. Start planning your camping adventure with Hipcamp today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Haw River RV Camp Spot

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11mi from Burlington · 1 site · RV · Saxapahaw, NC

This is a secluded, standalone, pull-through camping spot for all types of RVs. It is a nice, level, gravel lot off of a private gravel road. We have all utilities available: well water, 50A power, and a septic dump-station (please be mindful to not dump chemicals/cleaners). In the daytime, the near-by gun range can be heard in the distance. At night, after 10PM or so, the neighborhood is typically quiet. If the sky is clear, you can see a sky full of stars when enjoying a private campfire.What's nearby?Swepsonville River ParkCane Creek ReservoirCedarock ParkGreensboro Science Center (Zoo / Aquarium)Museum of Life and ScienceSaxapahaw / Graham / Mebane / Greensboro / Chapel Hill / Durham / Raleigh

2. Ancient Spring Farm

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12mi from Burlington · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Snow Camp, NC

Our farm is a beautiful, private 25 acres with an 1830s house, outbuildings, animals, orchards, gardens, pastures, old trees, wildlife habitat, a spring, and woods. Here you can relax; watch nature; meet our chickens, goats, horse, cats, and dog; take guided tours to learn about the farm, animals, plants, archaeology, and history or learn to make mead; and purchase eggs and homegrown seasonal food and products. Listen to birdsong and watch clouds during the day, wander a path through our 5 acres of woods, see fireflies in the evening, and star watch at night. Nearby are hiking, horseback riding, historical sites, fishing, antiques, breweries, shooting, and more. We are located in a rural area and have many different domesticated and wild animals so you may hear diverse animal noises and see or smell animal poop, although we try to keep things clean and tidy. Our neighbors have dogs, cattle, and chickens/roosters and occasionally shoot guns during daylight hours (one neighbor is a sporting club with skeet shooting and hunting dogs) but typically our farm is a quiet and peaceful place. We mow regularly and our rooster and chicken ladies wander far and wide eating bugs but, in the summer, they can't get every mosquito and tick so please plan accordingly for your own comfort.

3. Cool Creek Farm

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22mi from Burlington · 5 sites · Lodging · Pittsboro, NC

Cool Creek Farm materialized in December 2017 after years of envisioning. It is now enthusiastically gardened and provides abundant, free-roaming living space to humans, 3 cats, 20+ chickens, goats, sheep, ducks and horses. We also run day camps for children from June-August, provide horse lessons, training and boarding as well as special event space. People have universally exclaimed how beautiful and peaceful the farm is when they arrive. We look forward to sharing the restorative vibe with you as well!

4. William B Umstead State Park

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30 sites · Morrisville, North Carolina

Discover the natural beauty of William B Umstead State Park.

Pets

Potable water

Toilets

5. Hanging Rock State Park

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86 sites · Danbury, North Carolina

See waterfalls, heavily wooded trails, and towering peaks in this state park.

Pets

Potable water

Toilets

6. RIVER VIEW RANCH

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44mi from Burlington · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · NC

THIS LAND IN 1723 WAS SURVEYED BY WILLIAM BYRD SENT BY THE KING OF ENGLAND TO SET BOUNDARIES FROM VIRGINIA TO NORTH CAROLINA. HIS JOURNAL SPEAKS ABOUT THE INDIANS THAT LIVED ON THE MAYO RIVER AND HOW THE ELK ROAMED THE AREA. THERE WAS SALMON IN THE RIVER AS BIG AS SHARKS. TODAY THIS RIVER IS CLASSIFIED AS ONE OF CLEANEST RIVERS IN AMERICA. THERE ARE NEW DISCOVERED SPECIES AND ENDANGERED SPECIES THAT LIVE ONLY HERE IN THE WORLD. LOTS OF HISTORY AND RICH IN NATURE. PROFESIONAL RIVER FISHERS CLAIM THE ECHO SYSTEM HERE IS THE BEST IN AMERICA. THIS PLACE IS A HIDDEN TREASURE. Possible sale for serious buyers Learn more about this land: RIVER WITH FISHING , TUBING ,KYAKING, . HUNTING WITH SEVERAL STANDS, COOKING, FIREPIT, TARGET RANGE,CABINS,SHOWER HOUSE. HISTORICAL PLACE WITH PRIVACY

7. Prosperity Homestead

48mi from Burlington · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Martinsville, VA

Primitive camping and space for van-life camping. A waystation for traveling pack animals, including trails for horses, goats, donkeys, or working animals. Available to survival, forest bathing, and homesteading content creators. Farm services include having hay, straw, and water available for your arrival. Has five miles of hiking and riding trails—various terrain and rolling hills with a 40-foot elevation change. Mountain bikes and hiking. (Insurance doesn't permit motorized vehicles or horseback riding.)

Public campgrounds near Burlington

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William B Umstead Campground

42mi from Burlington · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · in William B Umstead State Park

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Jordan Lake Campground

50mi from Burlington · 86 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hanging Rock State Park

Stories from the community

Dan

3 weeks ago

35 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to Haw River RV Camp Spot

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hall River Camp Spot Absolutely beautiful spot! 🌲 The scenery is stunning, peaceful, and the whole area feels tucked away from the world. It’s incredibly quiet — the perfect place to relax and take in God’s creation. 🙌 You can definitely hear a shooting range in the distance, but it’s not overwhelming — just part of the charm of the area. And yes, the local rooster makes sure you don’t oversleep! 🐓😂 Overall, a wonderful stay — we’ll definitely be back! 🏕️🔥

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Elliott

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Ancient Spring Farm

I loved tent camping at pine valley location. The long morning walk to the barn was perfect with a cup of coffee. Rebecca went above and beyond for my 7 and 8 year old. Lots of exploring and interaction with the animals. We didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to go back. Thanks for sharing your piece of heaven with us Rebecca!

Lynne

September 2025

23 ft Class C

15 nights at Haw River RV Camp Spot

Great location for visiting my family close by. Plenty of privacy and space. The owners was very kind with communications. Definitely recommend to others 😊

Gail

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Cool Creek Farm

I rented the Hipcamp loft in the barn but actually brought my camper van and Melissa was so gracious to let me park it by the barn. Her property is outstanding and it was a real pleasure to stay there near the music venue I attended. It was like being at a retreat . . . so peaceful! The animals were very entertaining. She has horses, goats, chickens, and barn cats, The one drawback for me was the Wifi situation. There isn't any, and the signal wasn't strong enough for me to be able to access emails or send messages. It wouldn't matter except I run a business and need to be n touch with clients. All in all, a wonderful Hipcamp experience.

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Brad

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Ancient Spring Farm

Great little getaway spot for tent camping. Nice and private, not far off the main road.

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Elaine

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Haw River RV Camp Spot

James spot is wonderful! You have everything you need including a fire pit and a picnic table. It’s an easy pull through on its own little pad! I highly recommend you stay!

Tamara

June 2025

31 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Haw River RV Camp Spot

Everything was where we needed. The communication was on point and the site was lovely.

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Alison

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Ancient Spring Farm

We had a wonderful time tent camping here! This site is incredibly peaceful and private. We also took part in the native plant tour and found the information both fascinating and really really interesting! I highly recommend this Hipcamp spot.

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Nellie

November 2024

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Ancient Spring Farm

Great and simple little spot to go tent camping. No real amenities, so need to bring everything but it was quiet and convenient.