The best campgrounds near Lillington, North Carolina with horseback riding

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Lillington, North Carolina? With over 1100 options available on Hipcamp, you're sure to find the perfect camping spot. Whether you're into pitching a tent, RVing, or glamping, there's something for everyone. Plus, with top campsites like Double L Farms (122 reviews), Silk Purse Farm RV (113 reviews), and R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews), you know you're in good hands. Enjoy popular amenities like showers, trash disposal, and pet-friendly sites. And if you're up for some adventure, you'll love horseback riding, exploring historic sites, and boating in the area. Prices start as low as $18 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Lillington, North Carolina? With over 1100 options available on Hipcamp, you're sure to find the perfect camping spot. Whether you're into pitching a tent, RVing, or glamping, there's something for everyone. Plus, with top campsites like Double L Farms (122 reviews), Silk Purse Farm RV (113 reviews), and R.O.S.A. Land Campground (114 reviews), you know you're in good hands. Enjoy popular amenities like showers, trash disposal, and pet-friendly sites. And if you're up for some adventure, you'll love horseback riding, exploring historic sites, and boating in the area. Prices start as low as $18 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Idlewild Farm Stays

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40mi from Lillington · 4 sites · RVs · Raeford, NC

We are a new 25 acre RV farm stay campground located near Fort Bragg, Southern Pines, Raeford, Aberdeen, and Pinehurst Medical Center in the Sandhills Region of NC. We are one mile to Carolina Horse Park, and also welcome exhibitors with LQ trailers. One mile to Plank Rd for a direct Army route to Fort Bragg and Pope AFB, Fayetteville. We have 16 full hook up 35x50 sites with pads that can accommodate any size or type rig in a spacious, clean, quiet, farm setting. Each site has 20/30/50 power. county water, **new** in ground septic connections, trash removal and firewood included! We offer an Appreciation Discount to military/veterans, travel nurses, LEOs and first responders, we appreciate your contributions to our country and our area. Please Use this code RHZPANSH Our campground is private, well off the road, located in a peaceful meadow surrounded by pines. We currently offer a community fire pit with firewood, wood burning pizza oven, picnic tables, playground, outdoor games, friendly farm animals, fruit gardens and walking trails with more amenities coming soon. Please TEXT for more information, availability, and to schedule a tour. We are private, please don't drive in without an appointment or reservation. Idlewild Farm Stays. Nearby world class golf, parachuting, bike routes, fishing, horseback riding, great shopping, restaurants, wineries and breweries in walkable towns, and more. Always something to do here!

2. Legacy Farms Leisure Area

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37mi from Lillington · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lumber Bridge, NC

We carved our 43 acre horse farm out of wild swampy land in 2007 and finished the barndeminium in 2008. We started with Hipcamp 6 years ago and enjoy meeting new people. My husband is retired from the Air Force and works full time doing the chores. I retired May 2024 from being a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner at Womack Army Medical Center. I have a side hobby making homemade jams, pickles and flavored goat cheese spreads. We love the peacefulness of where we live...although the weather chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guinea fowl, peacocks, goats and horses do get a little loud come feeding time. We have different sites, please read each description or message me before you book a stay. All the sites have an 8pm latest check in unless you've stayed with us before. With the cold snap we have been experiencing the RV water source will freeze up over night. Please message me before booking the RV. We are constantly looking for ways to upgrade or make our farm more fun to visit.

3. Cool Creek Farm

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38mi from Lillington · 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.

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5. Silk Purse Farm

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41mi from Lillington · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Aberdeen, NC

Silk Purse Farm and RV was once part of land owned by the Cole family. This family owned most of Reservation Rd. A family of 9 children were all born in the old farm house that has since burned when struck by lighPitch a tent in the wooded grove or hook up your RV to a shaded site completely covered by a 100 year old Pecan tree. Get farm therapy, ride horses, feed goats, dig in the garden or just hangout! Fresh eggs available in the chicken coop or goat milk based on timing. Bring your own horse, stalls available. We are a short 15 min from riding at the Walthour Moss Foundation and the Sandhills Game Lands We are 10 minutes from the Carolina Horse Park at Five Points, 20 minutes from Pinehurst or Southern Pines. Now a rolling grassy horse, goat, chicken and sheep farm. Come see us and enjoy our slice of heaven. Everyone welcome!!

6. Hummingbird Hill at Clever Covert

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32mi from Lillington · 1 site · RV · Vass, NC

Lovely working horse farm deep in the heart of sandhills horse country. Hummingbird hill is our cute camping spot nestled under pine trees and amongst our farm inhabitants including horses, donkeys, chickens, peacocks and an occasional cat. One or all of these may make themselves a regular presence at your site. We are located a short distance from the Walthour Moss Foundation boasting endless miles of equestrian trails. We are a short 3 mile drive to Southern Pines and a quick drive to Pinehurst. Your campsite has a 30 amp hookup and water next to a cozy single campsite with table/chairs and fire pit. Easily accessible pull in and out with lots of room to maneuver. This is a *working* horse farm which means you will see manure, bugs and dust. You may hear horses, donkeys, turkeys, chickens, dogs, cats and peacocks making the noises they enjoy making. There are tractors and mowers that may pass your site. Well behaved, leashed dogs welcome with prior approval. Paddocks with sheds available for horses for additional fee.

7. The Cozy Heron Glamping

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0.8mi from Lillington · 5 sites · Lodging · Lillington, NC

Please note that a $49 CLEANING FEE is added to each booking. Hi there! The Cozy Heron is an 𝙞𝙣-𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙣, riverside glamping resort. Noises of traffic from nearby highway is audible. Each wagon is equipped with calming sound machines that also double as bluetooth speakers to assist guests who may be bothered by sounds of nearby traffic. We currently have five covered wagons and one bath house. The property offers a community stone patio, firepit, grilling area, and large expansive lawn. The upper Cape Fear River flows below the property and Adirondack chairs and a few hammocks are conveniently located around the wagons and entire property for relaxation and pretty views! The Cozy Heron property shares borders a very popular seasonal river outfitter (Cape Fear River Adventures in Lillington, NC). Cape Fear River Adventures offers paddling classes, summer day camp, canoe/kayak/SUP rentals, and river tubing. Just a quick 2 minute walk from your covered wagon will also bring you to an on-site restaurant and bar: The Riverside Restaurant & Bar. The Riverside has a full bar, delicious, stone-fired pizza, smashed burgers, fresh salads and sandwiches, and more! They may also have live music performances throughout the spring and summer months. Raven Rock State Park is just a 15 minute drive away. Surrounding towns like Fuquay-Varina, Angier, and Holly Springs offer more shops and restaurants if Lillington doesn't have enough for you! Raleigh and all of its nightlife, museums, and markets is just 45 minutes away from The Cozy Heron Glamping.

8. Never Rest Ranch

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43mi from Lillington · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Aberdeen, NC

3 miles from the Sandhills game lands; tons of hiking, hunting and fishing. 12 minutes from the famous Pinehurst golf community, and 7 minutes from the Carolina horse park. This small, peaceful horse and sheep ranch is the perfect place to get away and relax. (I stay busy so you can relax!) Enjoy the view of the horses and sheep grazing peacefully as you sit by the campfire with your feet up. Personalized options available! Perfect place to stop with your pup! Off leash/play areas, farm sites and smells! Herding/livestock encounters available by appropriate. Extras offered! Farm animal encounters and horse grooming.

9. Foundation RV Camping Horse Hotel,

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31mi from Lillington · 1 site · RV · Vass, NC

Located directly on Northside of Moss Foundation.25 minutes to Carolina Horsepark 10 minutes to Aberdeen, Southern Pines and Pinehurst. Peaceful 20 ac Horse farm retired couple with a few critters. Close to town but you feel like your in the forest. Room for RV's 2 hookups campers, large horse trailers, .Pastures, and box stalls. Living Quarter large Lakota self contained 15 ft living quarters with popout with queen size Bed and pullout double ed, kitchen and bathroom with shower.

Camper favorites near Lillington

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Silk Purse Farm

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41mi from Lillington · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Aberdeen, NC

Silk Purse Farm and RV was once part of land owned by the Cole family. This family owned most of Reservation Rd. A family of 9 children were all born in the old farm house that has since burned when struck by lighPitch a tent in the wooded grove or hook up your RV to a shaded site completely covered by a 100 year old Pecan tree. Get farm therapy, ride horses, feed goats, dig in the garden or just hangout! Fresh eggs available in the chicken coop or goat milk based on timing. Bring your own horse, stalls available. We are a short 15 min from riding at the Walthour Moss Foundation and the Sandhills Game Lands We are 10 minutes from the Carolina Horse Park at Five Points, 20 minutes from Pinehurst or Southern Pines. Now a rolling grassy horse, goat, chicken and sheep farm. Come see us and enjoy our slice of heaven. Everyone welcome!!

Hummingbird Hill at Clever Covert

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32mi from Lillington · 1 site · RV · Vass, NC

Lovely working horse farm deep in the heart of sandhills horse country. Hummingbird hill is our cute camping spot nestled under pine trees and amongst our farm inhabitants including horses, donkeys, chickens, peacocks and an occasional cat. One or all of these may make themselves a regular presence at your site. We are located a short distance from the Walthour Moss Foundation boasting endless miles of equestrian trails. We are a short 3 mile drive to Southern Pines and a quick drive to Pinehurst. Your campsite has a 30 amp hookup and water next to a cozy single campsite with table/chairs and fire pit. Easily accessible pull in and out with lots of room to maneuver. This is a *working* horse farm which means you will see manure, bugs and dust. You may hear horses, donkeys, turkeys, chickens, dogs, cats and peacocks making the noises they enjoy making. There are tractors and mowers that may pass your site. Well behaved, leashed dogs welcome with prior approval. Paddocks with sheds available for horses for additional fee.

The Cozy Heron Glamping

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0.8mi from Lillington · 5 sites · Lodging · Lillington, NC

Please note that a $49 CLEANING FEE is added to each booking. Hi there! The Cozy Heron is an 𝙞𝙣-𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙣, riverside glamping resort. Noises of traffic from nearby highway is audible. Each wagon is equipped with calming sound machines that also double as bluetooth speakers to assist guests who may be bothered by sounds of nearby traffic. We currently have five covered wagons and one bath house. The property offers a community stone patio, firepit, grilling area, and large expansive lawn. The upper Cape Fear River flows below the property and Adirondack chairs and a few hammocks are conveniently located around the wagons and entire property for relaxation and pretty views! The Cozy Heron property shares borders a very popular seasonal river outfitter (Cape Fear River Adventures in Lillington, NC). Cape Fear River Adventures offers paddling classes, summer day camp, canoe/kayak/SUP rentals, and river tubing. Just a quick 2 minute walk from your covered wagon will also bring you to an on-site restaurant and bar: The Riverside Restaurant & Bar. The Riverside has a full bar, delicious, stone-fired pizza, smashed burgers, fresh salads and sandwiches, and more! They may also have live music performances throughout the spring and summer months. Raven Rock State Park is just a 15 minute drive away. Surrounding towns like Fuquay-Varina, Angier, and Holly Springs offer more shops and restaurants if Lillington doesn't have enough for you! Raleigh and all of its nightlife, museums, and markets is just 45 minutes away from The Cozy Heron Glamping.

Never Rest Ranch

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43mi from Lillington · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Aberdeen, NC

3 miles from the Sandhills game lands; tons of hiking, hunting and fishing. 12 minutes from the famous Pinehurst golf community, and 7 minutes from the Carolina horse park. This small, peaceful horse and sheep ranch is the perfect place to get away and relax. (I stay busy so you can relax!) Enjoy the view of the horses and sheep grazing peacefully as you sit by the campfire with your feet up. Personalized options available! Perfect place to stop with your pup! Off leash/play areas, farm sites and smells! Herding/livestock encounters available by appropriate. Extras offered! Farm animal encounters and horse grooming.

Foundation RV Camping Horse Hotel,

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31mi from Lillington · 1 site · RV · Vass, NC

Located directly on Northside of Moss Foundation.25 minutes to Carolina Horsepark 10 minutes to Aberdeen, Southern Pines and Pinehurst. Peaceful 20 ac Horse farm retired couple with a few critters. Close to town but you feel like your in the forest. Room for RV's 2 hookups campers, large horse trailers, .Pastures, and box stalls. Living Quarter large Lakota self contained 15 ft living quarters with popout with queen size Bed and pullout double ed, kitchen and bathroom with shower.

Public campgrounds near Lillington

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William B Umstead Campground

34mi from Lillington · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · in William B Umstead State Park

Stories from the community

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William

2 weeks ago

38 ft Class C

9 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

Loved camping at Michelle's! Great hosts! Loved the area for walking our dogs around and the fresh air!

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Eliza

2 weeks ago

12 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Legacy Farms Leisure Area

We had a lovely stay here. Liz generously brought us homemade and delicious treats straight to our door. The stay offered all the accommodations listed in the description. We were thankful to have a safe, comfortable place to land during our roadtrip and would definitely stay here again.

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Dave

November 2025

32 ft Class C

3 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

The adult wild farm is just a perfect campground unlike many commercial campgrounds. It’s a very homey and cozy place to go. Michel is absolutely wonderful. Can’t say enough about her just a very, very nice lady and if I’m back in North Carolina anytime that’s where I’ll be staying.

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Janine

November 2025

17 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

Awesome place to camp. The host Michelle was wonderful. Loved all the farm animals!

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Tammara

November 2025

50 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

This place is absolutely wonderful. The owner is so sweet and thoughtful. It will be our go to spot anytime we are in town for horse shows. Its quite and well taken care of and if you have an animal lover they will love it here.

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Ashley

October 2025

42 ft fifth wheel

4 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

It was a great spot and close to Sedgefield at The Park- perfect for horse shows. She provides you everything you may need firewood, cute little donkeys/ goats and Michelle is very hospitable. Perfect Host!

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Stefan

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Idlewild Farm Stays

We had a great 2-night stay at Idlewild Farm Stays. Large sites, clean and quiet. Super helpful and friendly camp host.

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Alan

October 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

With pets

6 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

Camp was well maintained. Michelle was very helpful and accommodating. I would definitely recommend and anticipate using the campground again.

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KRISTIE

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Never Rest Ranch

Great communication! Convenient location. Provided a stocked toilet, a picnic table, hammock, and a fire pit with plenty of wood

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David

October 2025

20 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Legacy Farms Leisure Area

This has been a great getaway place for me to think and reflect. Much needed for a semi retired, professional, and the hosts Liz and Tom were most gracious. I grew up on a farm and this is more adventurous than mine from my childhood because they didn’t make me work. I got to watch. I recommend this place highly.

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Backlitwhs

October 2025

32 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Idlewild Farm Stays

Very quiet. Nice area, granddaughter loved the animals. Will definitely come back

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Charlene

October 2025

24 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Never Rest Ranch

Peaceful, quiet, super easy check in, my husband and I loved it here. Drive past the host house and past some cute horses and straight back to a nice large field and set up. Toilet and hand washing area is nice too. We were there by ourselves and had complete privacy. Mandy's communication was awesome and we had no problems finding the location and setting up! Would definitely stay again if ever in the area!

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Melinda

October 2025

16 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Legacy Farms Leisure Area

We stayed one night driving to Florida. The hosts were very nice people. Liz brought us some homemade apple jam and goat cheese with crackers. Yum! The place we camped at was next to the well house. It had electricity and water. The toilet was in the barn not far from our campsite. Good WiFi. The horses were beautiful. Thanks for the stay.

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Donna

October 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Idlewild Farm Stays

Michelle was a wonderful host! One of the best we have experienced! Beautiful property. Quiet & peaceful! Took some lovely walks through the woods. Clean place!

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Carol

September 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

With pets

Weekend Trip to Idlewild Farm Stays

Great location for the horse park (2mins) & very safe & comfortable. Owner on site & welcoming. Had a nice path to walk dogs on leash.

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Kristina

September 2025

25 ft Class C

With pets

5 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

Very wooded and peaceful. Site are spaced nicely apart.

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DeLaney

September 2025

41 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to Idlewild Farm Stays

This was a pretty and peaceful campground I loved the donkeys and goats that loved to get pets and the owner is so very helpful and friendly! Will def be back when I need life to slow down a bit ❤️

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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Don

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Idlewild Farm Stays

Michelle was very friendly and informative. She gave many ideas on how we could spend our time in the area of Raeford.

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John

August 2025

45 ft Class A