100% (281) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Durham
River Farm on the Neuse River Trail
1. River Farm on the Neuse River Trail
100%
(38)
31mi from Durham · 13 sites · Tents, RVs
River Farm is a fantastic stop if you are cycling the Neuse River Trail and need an over night stay. We are a peaceful campsite located along the Greenway Trail 20 minutes from Downtown Raleigh and 10 minutes from Clayton. The farm offers private wooded meadows with direct access to the Greenway for walking and cycling. Campers can either rent a tent or bring their own, choosing between secluded spots, shaded areas, or open spaces. The campsite is accessible via a gravel farm track and is close to the Greenway, river, and main house for bathroom access.
Nearby attractions include the Bailey Sarah William Preserve with 447 acres and 16.6 miles of multi-use trails, Sandy Pines Preserve with 563 acres of trails and fishing (18 minutes away), and Robertson Mill Pond for trails and seasonal kayaking (17 minutes away). For water activities, Neuse Adventures Canoe and Kayak Rentals is just 12 minutes away.
River Farm offers a tranquil camping experience with the convenience of nearby Raleigh events, including the Walnut Creek Music Park, only 20 minutes away for concertgoers.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$28
/ night
Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
2. Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
100%
(39)
42mi from Durham · 5 sites · Lodging
Tucked into a quiet corner of our working farm called Heritage Farm, Holly Forest offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to shared amenities. Guests have access to water, electricity, and our centrally located Bathhouse, which includes showers, restrooms, and parking. Each day, we provide battery boxes for running a fan or charging small electronics.
Heritage Farm is rooted in natural, sustainable practices and hands-on learning experiences. Depending on the season, you may find the farm bustling with activity—especially during flower season as we cultivate our blooms for Cultivate Flower Co., or while we care for our animals and craft small-batch products like our Kinda Crunchy Goat Milk Soap.
No matter the time of year, you'll see us tending to the land and the animals we love.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$112
/ night
Cool Creek Farm
3. Cool Creek Farm
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(41)
23mi from Durham · 5 sites · Lodging
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!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Pritchett Pastures
4. Pritchett Pastures
100%
(9)
48mi from Durham · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging
41 acre horse farm. Beautiful rolling pastures, horses grazing, goats, and chickens wandering. 27 acres of wooded forest with about 2 miles of trails that loop through them and throughout the property. Fishing pond, hiking/walking trails, or head to downtown Greensboro for dinner and a show. Sit in swing and read a book.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC
5. R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC
98%
(343)
25mi from Durham · 6 sites · Tents
We are a secluded, land-based retreat and campground, along a tributary of the Tar River which backs up to a wild forest, offering individuals and small groups a place for rest, exploration, sanctuary, and grounding. Equal parts woodland, floodplain wetland and pastureland, R.O.S.A (Rare Occaneechi Saponi Alluvial) land is stewarding 23 acres of ecological magical oasis in an Aquatic Habitat deemed an important NC Natural Heritage area of the Piedmont of North Carolina. Rare mussel species and amphibians live here. Come see for yourself!
We offer nature-based immersion for artists, healers, cultural and frontline organizers and their families taking time for restful resistance.
It is a triptyech of woods, water and pastureland butting up against an untouched wild old hardwood forest - a combination unlikely found in the PIedmont- nestled among small tobacco, horse and hay farms in the Southeast corner of Granville County between Oxford and Roxboro in the beautiful PIedmont of North Carolina.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$31
/ night
SCOTTY’s SCAMP
6. SCOTTY’s SCAMP
100%
(5)
26mi from Durham · 2 sites · Tents
The property is 1.5 miles from Knightdale/ 64 east highway, is very convenient for people headed east to coastal areas/ very private. no neighbors . Outside city limits. Property is 50% soybeans the rest is woods and cow pasture. Lots of open and shaded flat areas for tents ; small rv’s ..no amenities got to rough it . Plenty of water. Hiking down at creek is all shaded,lots of woods. The creek can be hiked with a small waterfall not far with all surrounding with woods the camp site u pick will be private with plenty of acreage.. no roads, no traffic, just an occasional raccoon or deer walking by
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$70
/ night
Herds Creek Campground
7. Herds Creek Campground
48mi from Durham · 1 site · RV
RV Campground, Full Hook Up, Gated, Peaceful and Quiet with On-Site Laundry, Wifi. For Stays up to 4 weeks, Please Call 910-315-6888 for details.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
100% (281) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Durham
River Farm on the Neuse River Trail
1. River Farm on the Neuse River Trail
100%
(38)
31mi from Durham · 13 sites · Tents, RVs
River Farm is a fantastic stop if you are cycling the Neuse River Trail and need an over night stay. We are a peaceful campsite located along the Greenway Trail 20 minutes from Downtown Raleigh and 10 minutes from Clayton. The farm offers private wooded meadows with direct access to the Greenway for walking and cycling. Campers can either rent a tent or bring their own, choosing between secluded spots, shaded areas, or open spaces. The campsite is accessible via a gravel farm track and is close to the Greenway, river, and main house for bathroom access.
Nearby attractions include the Bailey Sarah William Preserve with 447 acres and 16.6 miles of multi-use trails, Sandy Pines Preserve with 563 acres of trails and fishing (18 minutes away), and Robertson Mill Pond for trails and seasonal kayaking (17 minutes away). For water activities, Neuse Adventures Canoe and Kayak Rentals is just 12 minutes away.
River Farm offers a tranquil camping experience with the convenience of nearby Raleigh events, including the Walnut Creek Music Park, only 20 minutes away for concertgoers.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$28
/ night
Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
2. Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
100%
(39)
42mi from Durham · 5 sites · Lodging
Tucked into a quiet corner of our working farm called Heritage Farm, Holly Forest offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to shared amenities. Guests have access to water, electricity, and our centrally located Bathhouse, which includes showers, restrooms, and parking. Each day, we provide battery boxes for running a fan or charging small electronics.
Heritage Farm is rooted in natural, sustainable practices and hands-on learning experiences. Depending on the season, you may find the farm bustling with activity—especially during flower season as we cultivate our blooms for Cultivate Flower Co., or while we care for our animals and craft small-batch products like our Kinda Crunchy Goat Milk Soap.
No matter the time of year, you'll see us tending to the land and the animals we love.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$112
/ night
Cool Creek Farm
3. Cool Creek Farm
100%
(41)
23mi from Durham · 5 sites · Lodging
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!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Pritchett Pastures
4. Pritchett Pastures
100%
(9)
48mi from Durham · 5 sites · RVs, Lodging
41 acre horse farm. Beautiful rolling pastures, horses grazing, goats, and chickens wandering. 27 acres of wooded forest with about 2 miles of trails that loop through them and throughout the property. Fishing pond, hiking/walking trails, or head to downtown Greensboro for dinner and a show. Sit in swing and read a book.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC
5. R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC
98%
(343)
25mi from Durham · 6 sites · Tents
We are a secluded, land-based retreat and campground, along a tributary of the Tar River which backs up to a wild forest, offering individuals and small groups a place for rest, exploration, sanctuary, and grounding. Equal parts woodland, floodplain wetland and pastureland, R.O.S.A (Rare Occaneechi Saponi Alluvial) land is stewarding 23 acres of ecological magical oasis in an Aquatic Habitat deemed an important NC Natural Heritage area of the Piedmont of North Carolina. Rare mussel species and amphibians live here. Come see for yourself!
We offer nature-based immersion for artists, healers, cultural and frontline organizers and their families taking time for restful resistance.
It is a triptyech of woods, water and pastureland butting up against an untouched wild old hardwood forest - a combination unlikely found in the PIedmont- nestled among small tobacco, horse and hay farms in the Southeast corner of Granville County between Oxford and Roxboro in the beautiful PIedmont of North Carolina.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$31
/ night
SCOTTY’s SCAMP
6. SCOTTY’s SCAMP
100%
(5)
26mi from Durham · 2 sites · Tents
The property is 1.5 miles from Knightdale/ 64 east highway, is very convenient for people headed east to coastal areas/ very private. no neighbors . Outside city limits. Property is 50% soybeans the rest is woods and cow pasture. Lots of open and shaded flat areas for tents ; small rv’s ..no amenities got to rough it . Plenty of water. Hiking down at creek is all shaded,lots of woods. The creek can be hiked with a small waterfall not far with all surrounding with woods the camp site u pick will be private with plenty of acreage.. no roads, no traffic, just an occasional raccoon or deer walking by
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$70
/ night
Herds Creek Campground
7. Herds Creek Campground
48mi from Durham · 1 site · RV
RV Campground, Full Hook Up, Gated, Peaceful and Quiet with On-Site Laundry, Wifi. For Stays up to 4 weeks, Please Call 910-315-6888 for details.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Katrina
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
This was my second time at Holly Forest- stayed in two different units and had a great experience both times. Jim and Becky are so welcoming and attentive to details. Even on a cold December night we were warm in The Lodge with the heated mattress pad. Thanks for having us!
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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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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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Katie
September 2025
Tent
With pets
My partner and I had a lovely time camping with our pups at site #3! Not a lot of water flowing through the creek right now since we haven’t had much rain, but I imagine it would be even more peaceful with the sound of the water. We’ll definitely be back!!
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Kathryn
September 2025
With kids
Amazing! My daughter and I had SUCH a fun, relaxing experience! The property has lots to do, is beautiful, cabins are awesome and clean, and we felt safe! We particularly enjoyed the pickleball court:) Decorations/decor are so well done- lots of thought and care have gone into this place. We have already recommended to friends and will definitely return!
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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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Kelli
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
The place was so well put together, the owners are lovely and everything was so clean and peaceful!!
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ZANE
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
Jim & Becky really did a fantastic job putting this place together. Really impressed with everything honestly. I can’t wait to have the opportunity to stay there again!!!
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Linda
August 2025
Tent
With pets
The land and camp site are really beautiful! Site 3 is very spacious, and really wonderful to be right on the creek. Cox was very communicative- we really enjoyed our stay!
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Christine
August 2025
With kids
Yes, I give a 10/10 recommendation
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Damon
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Always a great time; loved meeting the horses this visit. Can’t wait to be here again.
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Swathi
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest
Views are beautiful and the property is furnished and maintained very well .
You will enjoy your stay .
Transparent rooftops- to see the sky/ hear the rain. Huge windows exposing the beautiful trees around you
Neatly setup seating areas and fireplace
Amazing community kitchen that has a shared grill, pizzaoven and kitchenette .
They also sell goatmilk soap and eggs from their farm .Itching to go back ! It was amazing and so close to the city , very convenient- given walmart is abt 15min away .
Kerr lake is 10min away and has great views as well.
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Izzy
June 2025
Tent
Such a great find! Kristen is a wonderful host, and we had a great time exploring the creek and woods. Can’t wait to come back!
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Justin
June 2025
With pets
Fantastic. Well thought out design of cabin and space. Would recommend to friends looking for an easy outdoor getaway.
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Savannah
June 2025
Tent
This was my first time camping solo, and I could not have picked a better place for it. My site was private and safe, right next to the river....my tent fit perfectly on the platform and there was a firepit nearby. Directions to the campground were clear, I found the place easily. Be prepared to walk a little bit from your car to site#1, but it's a beautiful walk on a trail. Something for every nature lover ..river, meadows, woods, a fruit and veggie garden, I even saw some horses! Bathroom was easy to find and workable, too. Just a gorgeous, quiet place to connect to creation!
Cox was friendly and encouraged me to enjoy the campground and hang a while, which I appreciate.
Get yourself to Respite on the Round! I highly recommend!
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N
May 2025
Tent
My wife and I had a great time. It was very quiet, and the land was beautiful. The creek was very nice to cool down in and relax. It feels very private but its only a short walk away from the restroom. Over all its a very nice spot that i would highly recommend
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Fiona
May 2025
Tent
With pets
I loved the campsite! It was nestled down just into the woods next to a wonderful creek. The spot is shady and beautiful and I especially appreciated the raised tent platform and nice fire pit. My husband and I enjoyed staying for our anniversary and will definitely be coming back again!
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bryce
April 2025
Tent
Group trip
Scott was an incredible host. With a limited window to secure land, Scott accommodated our large group of guys and made sure we were taken care of. HIGHLY RECOMMEND if you want a ton of land for activities, but want to be minutes away from the city
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Lorena
April 2025
Tent
With pets
This is such a hidden gem; it's my 3rd time booking at this campsite. It's great for a dip in the creek and a fun time with friends. The trails are well-maintained, and the amenities are great for first-time campers. I love bringing my friends here, and it has become somewhat of a tradition to come here and unwind. The host is very kind, thoughtful, and quick to respond; I will continue to recommend and spread the word about this wonderful site.
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April 2025
Tent
With pets
Great site, the area was clean and surrounded by trees connected by a trail to Site 3, which is where another group of friends stayed to be close to the creek. Great secluded campsite!
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