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Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

1045 sites · RVs, Tents In Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

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Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

603 sites · RVs, Tents In Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

William B Umstead Campground

30 sites · RVs, Tents In William B Umstead State Park

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Falls Lake Campground

344 sites · RVs, Tents In Falls Lake State Park

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Rare, Watershed Forest - Piedmont

6 sites · Lodging, Tents23 acres · Rougemont, NC

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 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! This is a queer-stewarded, solidarity-focused rematriation project. This land is co-deeded to MK of Handewa Farms and owned at present by K Cox, Steward of the Respite An intentional community of farm hub tenants, visitors, campers, stewards co-habitate on R.O.S.A (Rare Occaneechi Saponi Alluvial) land together. 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.

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Private meadow and pond

1 site · RV, Tent21 acres · Mebane, NC

Our property is a small hobby farm. The meadow you will be camping in was formed in 1994 when hurricane Fran came through and laid down several acres of hardwood trees. The fallen trees were harvested and the land was cleared and a pond was built and a blueberry patch was planted. Pitch your tent(s) in our private meadow with a small pond on our 21 acre property. You're welcome to fish and walk around the property. Enjoy a peaceful evening by the firepit and the beautiful starry nights. We have a very friendly farm dog named Luna that does roam the property and will likely visit you. Chapel Hill, Mebane, and Hillsborough are all short drives from your campsite. We cater to familes and small groups, NO PARTIES!

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Scott’s Lakeview Camp and Park

7 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Linden, NC

50+ acres of woods, water and walking/Rolling trails with two small lakes and a STOL runway for experienced ultralight and short takeoff and landing aircraft pilots only! Room for RV’s but no power or sewer service. Room for mountain bikes, hiking, drone racing and flying, R/C boat racing, fishing, swimming at your own risk. Primitive camping, handicap accessible trail around lake. Access to drinking water and ice at my home

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Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

Fearrington Village, North Carolina

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Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

Middleburg, North Carolina

William B Umstead State Park

Morrisville, North Carolina

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Falls Lake State Park

Gorman, North Carolina

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Camping near Durham with swimming guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience near Durham, North Carolina! With over 460 options in the area that cater to swimming enthusiasts, you're sure to find the ideal spot to cool off and relax. Looking for a campsite with great reviews? Check out The Oasis at Harmon Creek Farms (288 reviews), Lakeside Retreats @ Walnut Hill (195 reviews), or Kohler Farms-A Shire Horse... (166 reviews). Prices start as low as $17 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. Popular amenities include pet-friendly sites, toilets, and campfire areas. For the adventurous, popular activities include horseback riding, off-roading (OHV), and boating. Start planning your next camping adventure today!