The best river, stream, or creek camping near Raeford

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Camping along the river in Raeford means easy access to cool water, shady banks, and a mix of forest and open country. With over 100 riverside options, you’ll find sites that let you pitch a tent just steps from the water, light a campfire, and bring your dog along. Average stays run about $135 per night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $25. Hikers, swimmers, and wildlife-watchers keep coming back for local trails and calm swimming holes. Top picks include Sugarneck Glamping Resort, NC (42 reviews), Private Serene Camping (24 reviews), and Circle G Farms (16 reviews). Expect basics like toilets, space for pets, and fire-friendly rules. Bring your hiking boots and binoculars—this stretch of North Carolina is made for getting outside and staying there.

100% (86) 13 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Raeford

Sugarneck Glamping Resort, NC

1. Sugarneck Glamping Resort, NC

99%
(69)
38mi from Raeford · 4 sites · Lodging
Situated on over 400 acres, Sugarneck has private and communal gathering areas to stay put and soak in the escape or take a short drive to great things to and places to eat. Private Amenities include: Bathrooms, Mini Refrigerators, Heat & A/C, Luxury Bedding and Private Solo Stove Campsites. Communal Amenities include: TV/Game room, Grill, Fire Pit, Walking trails and lawn games.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$114
 / night
Private Serene Camping

2. Private Serene Camping

97%
(38)
46mi from Raeford · 2 sites · Tents
Learn more about this land: Hidden River Farm and Retrievers is located at the end of a private dead end road. We have two inviting campsites. Both have fire pits and the option to hook to power (for an additional fee) should the camper need or want it. We also have a patio with sitting and eating area.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
The Cozy Heron Glamping

3. The Cozy Heron Glamping

100%
(12)
38mi from Raeford · 5 sites · Lodging
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.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$149
 / night
Lumber River State Park

4. Lumber River State Park

26 sites · Boardman, North Carolina
Discover Lumber River State Park's serene beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Little Pee Dee State Park

5. Little Pee Dee State Park

100%
(1)
48 sites · Lake View, South Carolina
Discover the serene beauty of Little Pee Dee State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Creekside Hollow

6. Creekside Hollow

15mi from Raeford · 1 site · Tent
A hidden sanctuary in the Sandhills, Creekside Hollow offers tent campsites tucked away in whispering forests where the creek’s melody soothes the soul. This secluded spot is the perfect escape for anyone looking to unwind and immerse themselves in nature’s beauty. On warm summer days, relax in the cool, refreshing waters of the gently flowing creek or lounge beside it in a hammock, swaying beneath the towering trees. As sunlight filters through the canopy, you’ll find the ultimate peace that only nature can provide. Whether you’re dipping your feet in the water, reading a book in the shade, or simply listening to the rustling leaves, Creekside Hollow is a place where time slows down and relaxation takes over. As evening sets in, gather around the fire to enjoy the warmth of crackling flames beneath a sky full of stars. Challenge your guests to a game of cornhole before settling in for a hearty meal at your campsite. With an outhouse for convenience, fresh water access, and proper trash disposal on-site, you can enjoy the wilderness with essential comforts close at hand. Creekside Hollow is more than just a campsite—it’s a peaceful retreat where the simplicity of nature meets the joy of outdoor living. Whether you’re seeking solitude or quality time with loved ones, this hidden gem in the Sandhills is ready to welcome you for an unforgettable escape. Conveniently located near Fort Bragg, Southern Pines, Vass, and Spring Lake, Creekside Hollow offers easy access to both outdoor adventure and nearby towns, providing the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$23
 / night

Camping along the river in Raeford means easy access to cool water, shady banks, and a mix of forest and open country. With over 100 riverside options, you’ll find sites that let you pitch a tent just steps from the water, light a campfire, and bring your dog along. Average stays run about $135 per night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $25. Hikers, swimmers, and wildlife-watchers keep coming back for local trails and calm swimming holes. Top picks include Sugarneck Glamping Resort, NC (42 reviews), Private Serene Camping (24 reviews), and Circle G Farms (16 reviews). Expect basics like toilets, space for pets, and fire-friendly rules. Bring your hiking boots and binoculars—this stretch of North Carolina is made for getting outside and staying there.

100% (86) 13 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Raeford

Sugarneck Glamping Resort, NC

1. Sugarneck Glamping Resort, NC

99%
(69)
38mi from Raeford · 4 sites · Lodging
Situated on over 400 acres, Sugarneck has private and communal gathering areas to stay put and soak in the escape or take a short drive to great things to and places to eat. Private Amenities include: Bathrooms, Mini Refrigerators, Heat & A/C, Luxury Bedding and Private Solo Stove Campsites. Communal Amenities include: TV/Game room, Grill, Fire Pit, Walking trails and lawn games.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$114
 / night
Private Serene Camping

2. Private Serene Camping

97%
(38)
46mi from Raeford · 2 sites · Tents
Learn more about this land: Hidden River Farm and Retrievers is located at the end of a private dead end road. We have two inviting campsites. Both have fire pits and the option to hook to power (for an additional fee) should the camper need or want it. We also have a patio with sitting and eating area.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
The Cozy Heron Glamping

3. The Cozy Heron Glamping

100%
(12)
38mi from Raeford · 5 sites · Lodging
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.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$149
 / night
Lumber River State Park

4. Lumber River State Park

26 sites · Boardman, North Carolina
Discover Lumber River State Park's serene beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Little Pee Dee State Park

5. Little Pee Dee State Park

100%
(1)
48 sites · Lake View, South Carolina
Discover the serene beauty of Little Pee Dee State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Creekside Hollow

6. Creekside Hollow

15mi from Raeford · 1 site · Tent
A hidden sanctuary in the Sandhills, Creekside Hollow offers tent campsites tucked away in whispering forests where the creek’s melody soothes the soul. This secluded spot is the perfect escape for anyone looking to unwind and immerse themselves in nature’s beauty. On warm summer days, relax in the cool, refreshing waters of the gently flowing creek or lounge beside it in a hammock, swaying beneath the towering trees. As sunlight filters through the canopy, you’ll find the ultimate peace that only nature can provide. Whether you’re dipping your feet in the water, reading a book in the shade, or simply listening to the rustling leaves, Creekside Hollow is a place where time slows down and relaxation takes over. As evening sets in, gather around the fire to enjoy the warmth of crackling flames beneath a sky full of stars. Challenge your guests to a game of cornhole before settling in for a hearty meal at your campsite. With an outhouse for convenience, fresh water access, and proper trash disposal on-site, you can enjoy the wilderness with essential comforts close at hand. Creekside Hollow is more than just a campsite—it’s a peaceful retreat where the simplicity of nature meets the joy of outdoor living. Whether you’re seeking solitude or quality time with loved ones, this hidden gem in the Sandhills is ready to welcome you for an unforgettable escape. Conveniently located near Fort Bragg, Southern Pines, Vass, and Spring Lake, Creekside Hollow offers easy access to both outdoor adventure and nearby towns, providing the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$23
 / night

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