The best ranch campgrounds near Raleigh, North Carolina

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Raleigh, North Carolina? Hipcamp has you covered with over 99 ranch camping options in the area. Whether you're a seasoned cowboy or just looking to explore the rugged terrain, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Kohler Farms-A Shire Horse Farm (166 reviews), Double L Farms (122 reviews), and Silk Purse Farm RV (113 reviews). With prices starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $37 per night, you can enjoy the outdoors without breaking the bank. Popular amenities include pet-friendly campsites, potable water, and trash disposal. Get ready for some off-roading, paddling, and fishing adventures!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Raleigh, North Carolina? Hipcamp has you covered with over 99 ranch camping options in the area. Whether you're a seasoned cowboy or just looking to explore the rugged terrain, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Kohler Farms-A Shire Horse Farm (166 reviews), Double L Farms (122 reviews), and Silk Purse Farm RV (113 reviews). With prices starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $37 per night, you can enjoy the outdoors without breaking the bank. Popular amenities include pet-friendly campsites, potable water, and trash disposal. Get ready for some off-roading, paddling, and fishing adventures!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. River Farm on the Neuse River Trail

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13mi from Raleigh · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · Clayton, NC

River Farm is a fantastic stop if you are cycling the Neuse River Trail and need an over night stay. We are a peaceful campsite located along the Greenway Trail 20 minutes from Downtown Raleigh and 10 minutes from Clayton. The farm offers private wooded meadows with direct access to the Greenway for walking and cycling. Campers can either rent a tent or bring their own, choosing between secluded spots, shaded areas, or open spaces. The campsite is accessible via a gravel farm track and is close to the Greenway, river, and main house for bathroom access. Nearby attractions include the Bailey Sarah William Preserve with 447 acres and 16.6 miles of multi-use trails, Sandy Pines Preserve with 563 acres of trails and fishing (18 minutes away), and Robertson Mill Pond for trails and seasonal kayaking (17 minutes away). For water activities, Neuse Adventures Canoe and Kayak Rentals is just 12 minutes away. River Farm offers a tranquil camping experience with the convenience of nearby Raleigh events, including the Walnut Creek Music Park, only 20 minutes away for concertgoers.

2. Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

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42mi from Raleigh · 5 sites · Lodging · Henderson, NC

Tucked into a quiet corner of our working farm called Heritage Farm, Holly Forest offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to shared amenities. Guests have access to water, electricity, and our centrally located Bathhouse, which includes showers, restrooms, and parking. Each day, we provide battery boxes for running a fan or charging small electronics. Heritage Farm is rooted in natural, sustainable practices and hands-on learning experiences. Depending on the season, you may find the farm bustling with activity—especially during flower season as we cultivate our blooms for Cultivate Flower Co., or while we care for our animals and craft small-batch products like our Kinda Crunchy Goat Milk Soap. No matter the time of year, you'll see us tending to the land and the animals we love.

3. Horse Ranch-a short drive from 95

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49mi from Raleigh · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Elm City, NC

Pedro and Gracie Torres opened the 90+ acre ranch for lessons, clinics, horse shows, and more in December of 2017. Built by Mr. Goff many moons ago, Cavvietta Quarter Horse & Cattle Co. is carrying on his tradition of helping the community and providing entertainment for those of all ages who enjoy horses and/or the great outdoors! Learn more about this land: Cavvietta Quarter Horse & Cattle Co. is 90+ acres of livestock paradise and we’d love for you to enjoy it with us!! rolling green pastures are surrounded by woods, but all makes for beautiful scenery. Riding lessons can be arranged for an additional fee. Check our event schedule prior to booking if you’re looking for a quiet stay. We look forward to having you!

4. Herds Creek Campground

49mi from Raleigh · 1 site · RV · Cameron, NC

RV Campground, Full Hook Up, Gated, Peaceful and Quiet with On-Site Laundry, Wifi. For Stays up to 4 weeks, Please Call 910-315-6888 for details.

5. R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC

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35mi from Raleigh · 6 sites · Tents · 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 (Rare Occaneechi Saponi Alluvial) 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! 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.

6. Cool Creek Farm

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35mi from Raleigh · 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!

7. SCOTTY’s SCAMP

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9.1mi from Raleigh · 2 sites · Tents · Knightdale, NC

The property is 1.5 miles from Knightdale/ 64 east highway, is very convenient for people headed east to coastal areas/ very private. no neighbors . Outside city limits. Property is 50% soybeans the rest is woods and cow pasture. Lots of open and shaded flat areas for tents ; small rv’s ..no amenities got to rough it . Plenty of water. Hiking down at creek is all shaded,lots of woods. The creek can be hiked with a small waterfall not far with all surrounding with woods the camp site u pick will be private with plenty of acreage.. no roads, no traffic, just an occasional raccoon or deer walking by

Camper favorites near Raleigh

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Herds Creek Campground

49mi from Raleigh · 1 site · RV · Cameron, NC

RV Campground, Full Hook Up, Gated, Peaceful and Quiet with On-Site Laundry, Wifi. For Stays up to 4 weeks, Please Call 910-315-6888 for details.

R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC

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35mi from Raleigh · 6 sites · Tents · 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 (Rare Occaneechi Saponi Alluvial) 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! 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.

Cool Creek Farm

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35mi from Raleigh · 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!

SCOTTY’s SCAMP

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9.1mi from Raleigh · 2 sites · Tents · Knightdale, NC

The property is 1.5 miles from Knightdale/ 64 east highway, is very convenient for people headed east to coastal areas/ very private. no neighbors . Outside city limits. Property is 50% soybeans the rest is woods and cow pasture. Lots of open and shaded flat areas for tents ; small rv’s ..no amenities got to rough it . Plenty of water. Hiking down at creek is all shaded,lots of woods. The creek can be hiked with a small waterfall not far with all surrounding with woods the camp site u pick will be private with plenty of acreage.. no roads, no traffic, just an occasional raccoon or deer walking by

Stories from the community

Jeremy

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Horse Ranch-a short drive from 95

This was my second time staying here to split up a long drive. Perfect spot, easy to find and secluded.

Farm dog came by and spent some time with us.

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Jamie

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Horse Ranch-a short drive from 95

Me and my family absolutely loved camping out in Gracie’s land and will definitely be back soon. Everything was perfect, from the beautiful farm, to the great communication with Gracie which was very direct, fast, and accommodating. We also booked horse ride lesson, which we truly enjoyed, cam was a great instructor. Thank you Gracie…

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John

November 2025

39 ft Class A

With pets

1 night at Horse Ranch-a short drive from 95

We had a 50-amp site on the pasture, but it might have been the only one. Quiet ranch with horse cattle and goats. Great communication with the host. We just needed a one night stop and it for the bill.

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Lisa

November 2025

41 ft Class A

1 night at Horse Ranch-a short drive from 95

Easy parking. Friendly people. Great views. It's a great place to spend a night.

Jimmy

November 2025

29 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at Horse Ranch-a short drive from 95

The Long Horn cattle were very majestic animals, my boxer was obsessed with them. They were having horse riding lessons when we pulled up, another first for my dogs. We had a nice place to stay and even filled up our fresh water tank. The farm was beautiful and the sunset was amazing! I highly recommend staying here!

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Clarissa

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

It was quite cold at night but we were given a space heater and the mattress had heating pads on both sides of the bed. The common areas had large space heaters and the showers gave us super nice hot water. It was so very cozy. We enjoyed fishing on their pond. The bathroom was so close to the lodge, we really didn’t need the golf cart they gave us, but it was fun to have anyways. They had huge jackery batteries that they made sure were full daily. This was genuinely a glamping experience. I loved it because we still definitely felt like we were “camping” just with high end amenities. We envisioned the entire space would be so perfect for any kind of weekend event just with all the different facilities within the sight. We stayed with our pups and they loved seeing the cows in the morning!! First time we took them camping and they did so great. We had a great stay :)

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dayna

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Horse Ranch-a short drive from 95

Amazing stay! Beautiful property. Definitely recommend staying and exploring some of the amenities. Gracie is an awesome host.

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Benjamin

September 2025

4 nights at Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

The Lodge was fantastic. Rustic but comfortable. It was nestled in the woods and close to everything. The property is beautiful. There are plenty of views and things to do. The hosts have thought if everything. Battery packs provide power for phones, fans, etc. A filled ice chest was provided for us upon arrival. Complimentary water, coffee, and tea. A large area for parties, a charcoal grill (In a steer sculpture, lol), small gas grill, and a pizza oven! Outdoor games, basketball, horseshoe pits, cornhole... They even have bamboo fishing poles for the pond!

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Katie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC

My partner and I had a lovely time camping with our pups at site #3! Not a lot of water flowing through the creek right now since we haven’t had much rain, but I imagine it would be even more peaceful with the sound of the water. We’ll definitely be back!!

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Kathryn

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Amazing! My daughter and I had SUCH a fun, relaxing experience! The property has lots to do, is beautiful, cabins are awesome and clean, and we felt safe! We particularly enjoyed the pickleball court:) Decorations/decor are so well done- lots of thought and care have gone into this place. We have already recommended to friends and will definitely return!

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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Kelli

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

The place was so well put together, the owners are lovely and everything was so clean and peaceful!!

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ZANE

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Jim & Becky really did a fantastic job putting this place together. Really impressed with everything honestly. I can’t wait to have the opportunity to stay there again!!!

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Linda

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC

The land and camp site are really beautiful! Site 3 is very spacious, and really wonderful to be right on the creek. Cox was very communicative- we really enjoyed our stay!

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Christine

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Yes, I give a 10/10 recommendation

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Damon

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to R.O.S.A Land Campground Piedmont NC

Always a great time; loved meeting the horses this visit. Can’t wait to be here again.

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Swathi

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Kerr Lake Glamping at Holly Forest

Views are beautiful and the property is furnished and maintained very well . You will enjoy your stay . Transparent rooftops- to see the sky/ hear the rain. Huge windows exposing the beautiful trees around you Neatly setup seating areas and fireplace Amazing community kitchen that has a shared grill, pizzaoven and kitchenette . They also sell goatmilk soap and eggs from their farm .Itching to go back ! It was amazing and so close to the city , very convenient- given walmart is abt 15min away . Kerr lake is 10min away and has great views as well.