The best campgrounds near Jacksonville, North Carolina with horseback riding

Looking for a camping adventure near Jacksonville, North Carolina? Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from, ensuring you'll find the perfect spot for your outdoor getaway. Whether you're a snow sports enthusiast, a whitewater paddler, or a horseback riding aficionado, there's a campsite tailored to your preferred activities and terrain. And with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $35 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites in the area, like Double L Farms (122 reviews), JCO at Lee Baysden Pond (89 reviews), and Legacy Farms Leisure Area (80 reviews) for a truly memorable camping experience. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, showers, and pet-friendly sites. Get ready to embrace the great outdoors!

99% (141) • 21 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Jacksonville

Looking for a camping adventure near Jacksonville, North Carolina? Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from, ensuring you'll find the perfect spot for your outdoor getaway. Whether you're a snow sports enthusiast, a whitewater paddler, or a horseback riding aficionado, there's a campsite tailored to your preferred activities and terrain. And with prices starting as low as $10 per night and an average price of $35 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites in the area, like Double L Farms (122 reviews), JCO at Lee Baysden Pond (89 reviews), and Legacy Farms Leisure Area (80 reviews) for a truly memorable camping experience. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, showers, and pet-friendly sites. Get ready to embrace the great outdoors!

99% (141) • 21 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Jacksonville

1. Live Oaks Farm

99%

(167)

15mi from Jacksonville · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Live Oaks Farm is a mini farm full of beautiful 200 year old live oak trees, willow trees, azaleas, other plants, and a pond. We are a great oasis right off of Topsail Island that gets coastal breezes and plenty of sunshine. We are a small growing farm with chickens, dwarf Nigerian goats, and ducks. We also offer a seasonal pumpkin patch and Christmas tree farm. You will usually see Patrick working around the property or in the wood workshop building furniture. His beautiful wife Brittany and their gorgeous kids Maddox and Everlee enjoying the outdoors as well.

2. The Secret Sanctuary Farm

100%

(15)

40mi from Jacksonville · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

The Secret Sanctuary Farm is a co/op located on a portion of Prince George Creek that has a double Oxbow or hairpin turns in the creek. This unique feature prevented loggers from logging the property. As a result, there are many huge old-growth trees on the property as well as a variety of fauna and flora. A truly unique blend of farmland. Including an assortment of friendly animals to interact with. Woodland, wetlands, and a deep spring fed fresh water creek that connects to the Cape Fear River. This is a working farm. Please do not Open any gates to the animals. The fruits and vegetables on the farm are for the members of the farm. Eggs from our chickens will be provided for you to use for breakfast. If you happen to choose a campsite with a kitchen. There is a coffee pot and all cooking utensils. There are four permanent 4 shelters on the property. Composting toilets. Showers are still in the works. All of the shelters have their own composting toilets. Small propane heaters are available for each shelter. The first 1gallon bottle off propane is free with your stay. it will last 5-7 hrs. each additional bottles will cast $6.00 per bottle. There is also solar, powered lights, usb charging stations, fans, and air coolers. each Conestego hut has a locking front door to keep your belongings safe Campfires, hiking, canoeing and kayaking. Kayaks, canoes and lifejackets are available. All the Wilmington beaches are within 30 minutes.

3. Castle Hayne Jane's Family Farm

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(48)

38mi from Jacksonville · 30 sites · Tents, RVs

We have undeveloped farmland with small clearings for camping across from Riverside Park on the Northeast Cape Fear River. Our land is located in Castle Hayne, NC, an equestrian community just north of Wilmington. Swimming, fishing, kayaking, and sunbathing are available on the river. Down the road in Castle Hayne you'll find mountain biking, horseback riding, disc golf, restaurants and socialization (try Luck's Tavern for great live music and karaoke!) We're also located just a short trip away from unique area attractions, including Masonboro Island, Screen Gems Film and TV Studios, The USS North Carolina Battleship, Fort Fisher, Wrightsville Beach, and Historic Downtown Wilmington. Enjoy your stay with us! Here are links to fun activities nearby: Luck's Tavern Karaoke Bar: https://www.facebook.com/Luckstavern/ Castle Hayne Disc Golf Course: https://www.newhanoverdgc.com/ Hanover Stables Horseback Riding: http://hanoverstables.net Blue Clay Mountain Biking Park: http://nhcparksconservancy.org/our-parks/blue-clay/ Castle Hayne Boat Ramp: https://castlehaynewatertours.com Food Scene: Buen Dia Authentic Mexican Breakfast: https://www.buendiarestaurant.com Highway 55 Burgers: https://hwy55.com Domino's Pizza: https://www.dominos.com Paul's Place Famous Hotdogs: https://www.yelp.com/biz/pauls-place-famous-hotdogs-rocky-point Jung's Egg Roll Express: https://www.yelp.com/biz/jungs-egg-roll-express-castle-hayne Uncle Louie's: https://www.unclelouiespizzerialounge.com Nigori Sushi: http://nigorigourmet.com The Sawmill Cafe: https://sawmillcafeandcatering.com Historic Sites, Venues, & Beaches: https://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events/ https://www.wrightsvillebeach.com/events.html https://simplelifefishing.com/classes https://www.southendsurf.com/about

4. Croatan National Forest

82%

(11)

99 sites · Neuse Forest, North Carolina

Ever wanted to see a carnivorous Venus flytrap up close and in action? Here's your big chance.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Trish

November 2025

38 ft Class A

3 nights at Live Oaks Farm

We stayed at The Pond Site from 11/26–11/29 for Thanksgiving, and it couldn’t have been a better experience. The property is peaceful, beautifully maintained, and felt like the perfect escape for a holiday weekend. Patrick, our host, was incredibly kind and welcoming. He made sure we had everything we needed while still giving us plenty of space to relax. The pond itself was gorgeous, and we loved waking up to the calm water each morning. The ducks were so fun to watch, and the nearby chickens added to the charm of the place—it felt like a little slice of countryside paradise. The site was clean, spacious, and easy to set up on, with plenty of room for cooking and relaxing. We truly enjoyed our stay and would absolutely come back. Thanksgiving at The Pond was memorable and wonderfully peaceful.

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Jeff

November 2025

45 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Live Oaks Farm

Just stayed at Live Oaks Farm and it was wonderful! The surroundings are absolutely beautiful, and the host was so pleasant and helpful. Access to local attractions and Topsail Island was incredibly convenient. A perfect peaceful getaway with easy access to everything. Highly recommend!

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Rebecca

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Live Oaks Farm

Patrick was very responsive, accommodating and friendly. We lived meeting the goats and hens and ducks and roosters.

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Chris

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Live Oaks Farm

One of the best HipCamps so far!! Patrick is a great guy and was very hospitable! 10 minutes from beach and thoroughly enjoyed the Pond Site! Will be back in the future!!

Kristie

August 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

With kids

5 nights at Live Oaks Farm

Great place to stay as always. Patrick is great and beach close by.

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Renea

July 2025

22 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Live Oaks Farm

Great host! Good communication, good location, it was a very nice time. Had everything we needed, even left some bug spray for us to use. Thank you we will be back!

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Eric

June 2025

20 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Live Oaks Farm

First time using Hipcamp. Maiden voyage for our home built truckbed camper. We had an amazing time. Patrick was an incredible host. Very spacious property and easily accessible. Beautiful place to go. Quiet and cozy. Thank you Patrick for a great time!

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Ron

June 2025

10 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Live Oaks Farm

Great little pond, very peaceful. Patrick was very accommodating.

Rachel

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Live Oaks Farm

Patrick and his wife were very welcoming and helpful. It was my first time in town and Patrick send me a list of dog friendly restaurants/ attractions, as I had my pup with me. Additionally, their mass of land was perfect for my pup to run around freely and safely. The location is about 17 minutes from free parking to a beach which was perfect for us! Will be staying there again if we are ever back in town.

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Bernie

May 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Live Oaks Farm

The setting was very nice with lots of space and flexible camper parking under the live oak trees. Nice shade with water and electric hookups. Would definitely return again.

Christy

May 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Live Oaks Farm

We had a great time at this camp. The host was very welcoming and friendly, he made sure we had everything we needed for a pleasant stay. The spot was level and beautifully shaded by huge old trees, making it nice and cool on a hot day. Absolutely recommend this location.

Jennifer

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Live Oaks Farm

We loved tent camping on Patrick's land! The pond was beautiful, the animals a plenty! My boys loved watching the ducks swimming. We will definitely book again.

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anthony

March 2025

16 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Live Oaks Farm

Patrick was amazing and the site was awesome. Super nice host and very accommodating. WILL be back again.

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Michelle

November 2024

29 ft travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at Live Oaks Farm

Great stay at Live Oaks Farm. We were provided with very detailed instructions on how to find the property which was helpful as we arrived after dark. Patrick met us upon arrival, helped guide us to the spot and even helped us hook up. The site was very quiet and peaceful, we had no issues at all. Plenty of space to walk pets, and there’s a frisbee golf course. Close drive to stores and the main highway. I would definitely stay here again.

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Destini

November 2024

23 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Live Oaks Farm

Beautiful property, lovely owners and so many things to do all with 15 minutes of the camp site. Definitely a 100% recommend