- Ranch Camping
The best ranch camping near Piney Green
100% (126) • 4 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Piney Green
Canter Lakes Farm
1. Canter Lakes Farm
99%
(99)
34mi from Piney Green · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Canter Lakes Farm offers waterfront camping on 47 acres. We are a private horse farm with beautiful swimming lakes and river access on site via “Sand Hill Creek”
At canter lakes farm you can explore over 10 acres of water without ever leaving our property, and hike almost 3 miles of manicured trails here! If you’re an early riser you can witness the magnificent steam rolling in over the lakes, creek and cypress swamp while you sip your coffee at sunrise. Bring your paddle boards and cruise, or warm up with sunny yoga on your private dock. Kayak or John boats can explore the river bends from our property, or even make it out to the big wide cape fear.
We are very close to two public boat ramps suitable for larger boats and jet skis. Holly Shelter boat ramp is literally 2 minutes away, Shelter Creek boat ramp is 10 minutes away. Both ramps have a fishing area and allow kayaks/paddle boards.
Fishing is good on our ponds and the river year round, (bass, catfish, crappie, bowfin, gar, etc) in June hundreds of wild blueberry plants you can pick and eat. We also have prickly pear cacti for harvesting which you can cook the fruit and paddles over the fire and enjoy. If our trails aren’t enough and you want more adventure, just two miles away is the Holly Shelter game lands entrance where you’ll find thousands of acres for hunting, biking, hiking or horseback riding. And if you’re craving a beach day, Wrightsville beach is just a 30 minute drive away as well as is downtown Wilmington where you can enjoy walking the riverfront for shopping or dining.
Stargazing galore! Surrounding the property is privately owned country land- this is a phenomenal place to be amazed by the stars.
Photography lovers will be in heaven from the sunrises and sunsets golden hour is magical here! And with the diverse landscape there’s always something to capture.
Tent camping or dry rv camping only at this time. Hot Shower, sink and full size toilet are provided in the bath house. No feeding of the horses allowed, or entering fencing. campers are welcome to visit or partake in farm experience with permission.
If you’re looking for a yummy bite to eat we recommend chilitos, about 10 minutes away, for some authentic Mexican food!
•Nearest gas station, grocery store and restaurants are in Rocky Point, just 12 minutes from us.
•Wrightsville Beach - 30-40 minutes depending on traffic
•Surf City/Topsail - 35 minutes
•Hampstead- 15 minutes
•Jacksonville - 38 minutes
•Downtown Wilmington - 30 minutes (riverfront/live oak bank pavilion)
•urgent care address: 7910 US hwy 117, Rocky point. (10 minutes from our farm) “novant health express care”.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$47
/ night
Fields of Green.
2. Fields of Green.
1.1mi from Piney Green · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
66 acres, 28 acres of green pastures. Beautiful sunrises / sunsets, Viewing pond, Bring your own fire pit, lawn chairs.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$23
/ night
Peaceful Pastures
3. Peaceful Pastures
40mi from Piney Green · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Escape to the serenity of 25 acres of open pasture and wooded refuge at Peaceful Pastures—an ideal camping spot where you can unwind surrounded by gentle Jersey cows, heritage beef cattle, and wide-open views. Choose from two well-spaced RV/tent sites (for vehicles up to 60 ft) and enjoy a true “farm-stay meets camping” vibe.
Sit near the pond, stroll the woodland trails, or visit the on-site farm store for fresh milk, local beef, eggs, and natural healing goods. Pets are welcome, and you’ll find potable water on site for your convenience. Please note: no campfires, and some sites lack hookups or toilets.
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful night under the stars or a rustic break from the city, Peaceful Pastures offers a memorable rural escape with a genuine connection to the land.
Pets
Potable water
Full hookups
from
$60
/ night
Great Pine Ranch
4. Great Pine Ranch
100%
(1)
41mi from Piney Green · 1 site · Tent, RV
Settled on a picturesque former horse farm. Choose a private spot or setup on parking pad with deck, firepit, bbq, picnic table and full private bath with mini kitchen.
Enjoy the convenience of being 20 minutes to downtown, topsail and wrightsville beach. Shopping and restaurants in nearby porters neck and mayfair offer easy meal solutions.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$81
/ night
100% (126) • 4 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Piney Green
Canter Lakes Farm
1. Canter Lakes Farm
99%
(99)
34mi from Piney Green · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Canter Lakes Farm offers waterfront camping on 47 acres. We are a private horse farm with beautiful swimming lakes and river access on site via “Sand Hill Creek”
At canter lakes farm you can explore over 10 acres of water without ever leaving our property, and hike almost 3 miles of manicured trails here! If you’re an early riser you can witness the magnificent steam rolling in over the lakes, creek and cypress swamp while you sip your coffee at sunrise. Bring your paddle boards and cruise, or warm up with sunny yoga on your private dock. Kayak or John boats can explore the river bends from our property, or even make it out to the big wide cape fear.
We are very close to two public boat ramps suitable for larger boats and jet skis. Holly Shelter boat ramp is literally 2 minutes away, Shelter Creek boat ramp is 10 minutes away. Both ramps have a fishing area and allow kayaks/paddle boards.
Fishing is good on our ponds and the river year round, (bass, catfish, crappie, bowfin, gar, etc) in June hundreds of wild blueberry plants you can pick and eat. We also have prickly pear cacti for harvesting which you can cook the fruit and paddles over the fire and enjoy. If our trails aren’t enough and you want more adventure, just two miles away is the Holly Shelter game lands entrance where you’ll find thousands of acres for hunting, biking, hiking or horseback riding. And if you’re craving a beach day, Wrightsville beach is just a 30 minute drive away as well as is downtown Wilmington where you can enjoy walking the riverfront for shopping or dining.
Stargazing galore! Surrounding the property is privately owned country land- this is a phenomenal place to be amazed by the stars.
Photography lovers will be in heaven from the sunrises and sunsets golden hour is magical here! And with the diverse landscape there’s always something to capture.
Tent camping or dry rv camping only at this time. Hot Shower, sink and full size toilet are provided in the bath house. No feeding of the horses allowed, or entering fencing. campers are welcome to visit or partake in farm experience with permission.
If you’re looking for a yummy bite to eat we recommend chilitos, about 10 minutes away, for some authentic Mexican food!
•Nearest gas station, grocery store and restaurants are in Rocky Point, just 12 minutes from us.
•Wrightsville Beach - 30-40 minutes depending on traffic
•Surf City/Topsail - 35 minutes
•Hampstead- 15 minutes
•Jacksonville - 38 minutes
•Downtown Wilmington - 30 minutes (riverfront/live oak bank pavilion)
•urgent care address: 7910 US hwy 117, Rocky point. (10 minutes from our farm) “novant health express care”.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$47
/ night
Fields of Green.
2. Fields of Green.
1.1mi from Piney Green · 14 sites · Tents, RVs
66 acres, 28 acres of green pastures. Beautiful sunrises / sunsets, Viewing pond, Bring your own fire pit, lawn chairs.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$23
/ night
Peaceful Pastures
3. Peaceful Pastures
40mi from Piney Green · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Escape to the serenity of 25 acres of open pasture and wooded refuge at Peaceful Pastures—an ideal camping spot where you can unwind surrounded by gentle Jersey cows, heritage beef cattle, and wide-open views. Choose from two well-spaced RV/tent sites (for vehicles up to 60 ft) and enjoy a true “farm-stay meets camping” vibe.
Sit near the pond, stroll the woodland trails, or visit the on-site farm store for fresh milk, local beef, eggs, and natural healing goods. Pets are welcome, and you’ll find potable water on site for your convenience. Please note: no campfires, and some sites lack hookups or toilets.
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful night under the stars or a rustic break from the city, Peaceful Pastures offers a memorable rural escape with a genuine connection to the land.
Pets
Potable water
Full hookups
from
$60
/ night
Great Pine Ranch
4. Great Pine Ranch
100%
(1)
41mi from Piney Green · 1 site · Tent, RV
Settled on a picturesque former horse farm. Choose a private spot or setup on parking pad with deck, firepit, bbq, picnic table and full private bath with mini kitchen.
Enjoy the convenience of being 20 minutes to downtown, topsail and wrightsville beach. Shopping and restaurants in nearby porters neck and mayfair offer easy meal solutions.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$81
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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DAVID
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Love this place! Very quiet and peaceful, the views are beautiful, huge pond to go fishing on, kayaks you can take out, just an all around great place to came, highly recommend to anyone
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Sherilyn
November 2025
12 ft campervan
Paul was a very accommodating host. Everything is as described. The location was perfect for our needs.
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Timothy
October 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a great time! We used the kayaks caught a few fish and made some great memories..
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Stacy
October 2025
Tent
My husband and I loved our stay at canter lakes! We loved waking up and drinking coffee overlooking the water and taking walks to go look at the horses. The property was clean and well maintained. The bathroom and shower were also very clean and a great feature to have while camping. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone looking to have a cute camping getaway.
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Mackenzie
October 2025
17 ft travel trailer
My boyfriend and I brought our NuCamp Barefoot travel trailer out camping for the first time here and it was absolutely beautiful!
It was super peaceful and a nice large area with everything you need! We’re definitely going to come back with friends very soon!
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Lawson
October 2025
Tent
We had a great time at this site! Only wish we could've stayed longer. Julie was an amazing communicator and the directions/map are very detailed. The bathroom was a plus and very clean. We would definitely stay here and recommend this site!
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Eric
September 2025
Tent
With kids
The site was beautiful, well kept and secluded. The spaces around the docks and the beach needed a little TLC but it didn't distract from the beauty of the location. We did some fishing (caught a sunfish and a bluegill), went swimming a couple of times and enjoyed walking the trails. It was really an incredible place to stay. Thank you !
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Gracie
August 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
We had an amazing time! The views were beautiful and it was so relaxing. We will definitely be going back
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Olivia
July 2025
Tent
I loved camping here! Not only was it a thirty minute drive to Wrightsville beach, but the beautiful lakes on the farm make for an amazing sunset spot! Julie was so kind, and gave amazing directions to help navigate the farm. They provide kayaks and paddle boards to explore the lakes. There's a peaceful walking trail, and adorable horses!
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Ishor
July 2025
Tent
Great location, private, serene and has everything you need for camping.
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S.
July 2025
Tent
With kids
This is our 2nd time staying at the fishing site. We got the opportunity to use the kayaks this time. The water was warm and inviting. Love it!
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joe
July 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With kids
Sunset cliff fishing site was great! We had a 34’ travel trailer and took some maneuvering to get back in there but after that it was a breeze. Julie had very specific and detailed directions on how to get to the site and utilize the bathhouse. Did a little bit of fishing but no luck, saw a bunch of blue gill tho.
For summer camping with kids I would highly suggest sometime of portable power but I would bet it’s beautiful in the fall.
Bathhouse is nice could use some insulation and an a/c but it gets the job done.
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Alisha
July 2025
Tent
With kids
I went with my two young boys and we all loved it! We got rained on while we were enjoying Wilmington but the property owners helped us tremendously by letting us use some bedding. They were amazing to communicate with and so helpful! The property was beautiful and we wished we had more time to explore it. We will definitely be back!
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Chase
June 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had a fantastic time camping on Julie's land a couple weeks ago!! The outdoor space was very accommodating and the facilities were well kept after. Our favorite part was the kayaks which we had a fantastic evening taking out on the river. We will definitely be back, thank you Julie!!
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Veana
June 2025
Tent
Great peaceful spot! Bathroom and shower were a plus! Enjoyed kayaking at the pond and yoga in the morning. Thank you!
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Philip
June 2025
Tent
With pets
We were living the dream last week at Canter Lakes Farm! The sun shade and bath house were the key amenities and letting the dog off the leash was a great perk. It was kayaking on the pond that put this location over the top! The hosts are so welcoming, too. Highly recommend.
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Hannah
June 2025
13 ft travel trailer
What a great place! It is Peaceful and beautiful!.
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Hannah
June 2025
Tent
Group trip
Our group had a fantastic time at this site! The property is truly gorgeous and felt very private. We loved swimming, paddle boarding, and fishing in the lakes. Julie was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay, even offering to let us stay after our check-out time! We will definitely be back. Maybe it’ll become a yearly tradition!
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Summer
May 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a blast camping at this site! There was so much room for my kids to explore and play without having to worry about them. This campsite is private, and offers great basic camping amenities ( chairs, bathhouse, camping lights). The host was incredibly flexible and welcoming from the start! We will definitely be back to visit again.
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Selene
May 2025
Tent
With kids
We had a great experience on Canter Lakes Farm. Beautiful property Our host. Julie was awesome, and very attentive to our messages.Hope to be back!
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