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Top-rated campgrounds near Cary
99% (1.2K)
Top-rated campgrounds near Cary
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Cara
1 week ago
Tent
Ian was helpful with directions and had the tent and firewood set up for our arrival. Loved the seclusion and privacy. Enjoyed seeing a beaver, a large red-tailed hawk and deer, and hearing coyotes, woodpeckers, and owls. The perfect spot for viewing the meteor shower since the site is dark and has a great view of the night sky. It was it was a bit of a walk from the parking to the site, so if you are bringing a lot of stuff and have to make multiple trips, it may be a challenge. Overall a wonderful experience that we will likely book again.
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Katrina
November 2025
With kids
We stayed at this cabin at Holly Forest for a few nights over thanksgiving. The cabin held our little family (2 adults 2 young kids) well on the loft bed and the pull-out couch. The grounds are beautiful and we had a ton of fun at the basketball court and the field next to it. We cooked food in the provided toaster oven/air fryer but could have easily used the common area equipment too (grill, griddle pan, pizza oven). Hosts were responsive to our needs. Bathrooms were clean and close to our cabin. We would come back!
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Justin
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Private, well maintained land with nice campsites and amenities. Very friendly and hospitable host.
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DeMartre
November 2025
1 night at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
Amazing Stay!!! Jim and Becky really do think about their guests! Amazing spot for family functions as well!
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John
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
I couldn't have asked for a better spot. The site is set right on the lake, the platform and tent are perfect. I will be going back.
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D.
November 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
The property was just as expected. Yes the roosters and vehicles were heard but you got used to it. We had several ducks enjoying the pond in the early mornings. A couple of deer crossed the field between the barn and the roadway early Saturday morning. Several Bass were caught in the pond at the far end near the little pond. The dogs enjoyed a refreshing swim in the pond. We had a great time at the fire pit with our family overlooking the pond.
We thank our host Wendy/Adam for sharing their property with us, we had a Great Time! Small suggestion would be to have clear numbers on the mail box on both sides. Thanks Again, Dewayne!
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Clarissa
November 2025
With pets
It was quite cold at night but we were given a space heater and the mattress had heating pads on both sides of the bed. The common areas had large space heaters and the showers gave us super nice hot water. It was so very cozy. We enjoyed fishing on their pond. The bathroom was so close to the lodge, we really didn’t need the golf cart they gave us, but it was fun to have anyways. They had huge jackery batteries that they made sure were full daily. This was genuinely a glamping experience. I loved it because we still definitely felt like we were “camping” just with high end amenities. We envisioned the entire space would be so perfect for any kind of weekend event just with all the different facilities within the sight.
We stayed with our pups and they loved seeing the cows in the morning!! First time we took them camping and they did so great. We had a great stay :)
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James
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful site! I was surprised that it even included a very nice canvas tent as well. Ian was great, very friendly and very attentive. I'll be back as soon as the weather breaks.
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Naima
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Loved the site. Owners were amazing. Location was perfectly tucked away but very accessible. We will definitely be back.
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Chelsea
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We had so much fun camping at Lavender & Lore! So nice to be secluded and alone right on the lake with beautiful views and perfect accommodations. The restroom was very clean and the tent was huge! Our kids and dogs both loved being able to run around the woods and play in the water. Will definitely return.
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Julie
October 2025
1 night at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
We stayed at the screen house for one night and wish we could have stayed another night. The screen house itself was top notch… secluded yet close to the main area, clean, well maintained, and cozy. Jim and Becky did a great job of adding conveniences to the experience with heated beds, battery for charging, lighting, cooler with ice, bathhouse, cooking area with seating, and more. There are a few different options for accommodations including glamping tent, screen houses, and a cute little cabin with a loft. This is a great place for a group. They can cook together and enjoy the community space, very cozy. We will be back.
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Cynthia
October 2025
Tent
It was exactly what I was looking for. A simple relaxing peaceful getaway
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Chase
October 2025
With kids
We had a great time with our young kids. They had a blast. We plan to go back.
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Emily
October 2025
3 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
Jim and Becky have a fabulous place! They are very accommodating and the location is perfect! Will definitely be back!
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Joseph
October 2025
Tent
With kids
My four sons and I had a great weekend stay at Ian and Cathy’s! The boys loved fishing from the bank just steps from the fire pit (with grill grate!) and kayaking the still, peaceful waters of the pond. They caught some beautiful largemouth bass and saw the resident beaver, who you could hear swimming and splashing at night. Ian and Cathy were so kind to bring us farm fresh eggs to make for breakfast and a pouch of dried lavender from their awesome lavender farm. The boys are already talking about coming back in the cooler months when Ian has the yurt up.
Thanks again for a great time!
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Stacy
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
I loved the little screen house "The Retreat" that my wife and I stayed in! It was amazingly beautiful from the clear roof to the full open concept. Don't get me wrong there were privacy and blackout curtains to draw for privacy lol. Jim and Becky and their family are just amazing, and so is the property. Everything is so easy and convenient not to mention your own golf cart to wonder around on and get back forth from your place to the bathroom's, and the gathering place. They have a bull that is a BBQ grill and the smoke comes out of the nose, a long with a pizza oven a gas grill and flat top at your disposal. They also have some items there that you can purchase like pizza kits and wood, ect. They also host events and weddings!! All of their rentals are spread out for privacy of each other.
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Richard
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This was our second time at By the Water. Wonderful, secluded place in the country that you have all to your own. There's plenty of space for a group of 6 with tents or car-tents. I can't really comment on whether it would accommodate an RV, but it probably would. You'd need to contact the owner on that. It's only 2-3 miles to a general store if you need something which is very convenient. Lots of space to do a little hiking or fishing and though it's near a state highway you don't really hear the traffic and at night when you're sleeping there's very little traffic anyway. The roosters across the road make more noise than the traffic but is not a real issue, especially if you sleep with foam ear plugs. The owners, Wendy and Adam, are great hosts and are generally very accommodating with special requests. They answer you emails very quickly.
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Johnna
September 2025
Tent
With pets
I loved the land. The view was beautiful from the tent site. We caught and released many fish which was a plus. Even though it rained most of the weekend we had a great time overall. I loved that they also have persimmon trees.
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Buck
September 2025
Tent
With pets
The family enjoyed the weekend camping at Wendy and Adam's site. Nice pond and property. Property was easy to find and is accessible with an average sedan. It's a nice spot.
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Benjamin
September 2025
4 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
The Lodge was fantastic. Rustic but comfortable. It was nestled in the woods and close to everything. The property is beautiful. There are plenty of views and things to do. The hosts have thought if everything. Battery packs provide power for phones, fans, etc. A filled ice chest was provided for us upon arrival. Complimentary water, coffee, and tea. A large area for parties, a charcoal grill (In a steer sculpture, lol), small gas grill, and a pizza oven! Outdoor games, basketball, horseshoe pits, cornhole... They even have bamboo fishing poles for the pond!
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