The best bell tent rentals near Sparta, North Carolina

Situated near Stone Mountain State Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, and the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, Sparta offers easy access to multiple natural wonders. This small town in upper North Carolina provides a diverse range of camping accommodations too—from rustic backcountry campsites with no amenities to glamping yurts with access to hot showers. Dive deeper into the area to find astounding views in the Linville Gorge Wilderness area, or hit up a local bluegrass concert in Doughton Park—where RVers will find full-hookup campsites for optimum comfort.

100% (55)

Top-rated campgrounds

Situated near Stone Mountain State Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, and the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, Sparta offers easy access to multiple natural wonders. This small town in upper North Carolina provides a diverse range of camping accommodations too—from rustic backcountry campsites with no amenities to glamping yurts with access to hot showers. Dive deeper into the area to find astounding views in the Linville Gorge Wilderness area, or hit up a local bluegrass concert in Doughton Park—where RVers will find full-hookup campsites for optimum comfort.

100% (55)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

100%

(51)

33mi from Sparta · 37 sites · Tents, Lodging · Moravian Falls, NC

Nestled in North Carolina's Brushy Mountains, Growing Faith Farms & Retreat offers a tranquil escape from modern life, just 90 minutes from Charlotte. Perched atop the mountain, our retreat overlooks vast stretches of mountaintops, rolling hills, and verdant landscapes. Here, we cultivate more than just crops; we nurture a profound sense of tranquility and community. Our space is designed to encourage guests to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the beauty and simplicity of nature. Our campsites provide a variety of camping options, from predefined sites to walk-in spots throughout our expansive 200-acre mountain. You can choose to camp by the creek, in a sunny field, or deep in the woods. In 2024, we introduced our private Shower House, featuring three fully equipped bathrooms with showers, sinks, and toilets, plus heating and air conditioning. We also offer pre-furnished bell tents, camping platforms, and at site water and electricity (select sites) for your convenience. If you want to immerse yourself in outdoor camping without sacrificing the comforts of home, our glamping tent features a queen-size bed with linens, as well as a twin bed that converts into a second bed for added convenience. Stay cozy with a heated indoor wood stove, and enjoy a kitchen table, dresser, and chair for your convenience. You'll also have access to a private bathroom complete with a fully functioning toilet, indoor/outdoor hot shower, and sink. Outside, a private covered kitchen awaits, equipped with a kitchen sink, cooler, pots and pans and cooking utensils. Relax in your lounge chairs on the porch and take in the views, and indulge in outdoor cooking with a gas grill, picnic table, and outdoor fire pit area. During your stay at our farm, guests can unwind amidst natural surroundings, visit with our animals, enjoy on farm activities and explore the wide variety of local attractions that the surrounding area has to offer. Just 30 minutes west, you’ll find the Blue Ridge Parkway. Kerr Scott Lake is only 10 minutes away, where you can swim, rent kayaks and pontoon boats, fish, or enjoy mountain biking and hiking on extensive trails. Prayer Mountain is about 2 miles up the road. To the east, explore several wineries and a local moonshine distillery. A half-hour away, visit the Amish community with shops like Shiloh Bakery and General Store (closed Sundays and Mondays). For fantastic hiking, head northeast to Stone Mountain, about 45 minutes away, which also features a renovated homestead. To the south, Rocky Face Park offers hiking and rock climbing, while Emerald Hollow Mine allows you to search for and keep precious stones. There are always concerts, movies and festivals happening in the area too for entertainment. Check the activities section below for more details!

2. Wildwood Heart Farm

100%

(5)

31mi from Sparta · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Boomer, NC

We are a holistic herbal farm, with glamping, primitive sites. Meditation trail, reiki, we are 1 mile from swim beach and near lots of hiking trails. Only 34 miles from Grandfather Mt National Park and 31 miles from Boone NC We have outdoor showers, handwashing area and potty. Gas grill, picnic tables, fire pit and firewood, a cooler is provided. We have beds in each bell tent, with one sleeping 2 adults and other sleeps 4. Butterfly Cottage will sleep 6 (coming May 2025) we also have 2 acres of wildflowers planted for our butterfly sanctuary. We have a wonderful foraged breakfast available by request Call with questions 336/304/0078 **NO Longer allowing pets due to damage** We are 🍃🍄 &; 🌈 friendly

3. Raylans Yurt

100%

(12)

26mi from Sparta · 4 sites · Lodging · Ronda, NC

Embrace the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home. Our yurt offers a haven of relaxation and everything you need for a delightful stay. With five vineyards within walking distance, indulge in wine-tasting adventures at your leisure. For those seeking more extensive explorations, Kerr Scott Dam and Stone Mountain National Park are just a short drive away. Unveil the wonders of nature as you embark on hiking trails, indulge in boating escapades, and cast your line for a rewarding fishing experience. Your days will be filled with excitement and discovery. As the sun sets, unwind and savor the tranquil evenings, gazing upon the breathtaking vista that surrounds you. Let the beauty of nature envelop you while you luxuriate in the cozy embrace of our yurt.

Stories from the community

A

Alexis

2 weeks ago

1 night at Wildwood Heart Farm

Was an incredible stay. Everything is set up perfectly for you! Feels very safe! Would stay here again!

E

Eddie

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

Great facilities and area. All accommodations are clean and available. The host are awesome. They meet everyone and make sure that you get situated, familiar and settled down. Their hospitality is limitless. These folks enjoy what they do and make sure your stay is memorable.

C

Callie

October 2025

1 night at Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

We had a great time! Peaceful, quiet night! Tina was friendly and got us settled in just fine. Wished we had time to pick flowers!

T

Tolman

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

This was our second year coming to Growing Faith Farms and this year was just as wonderful as the first! We were greeted by Joe and Tina upon entering the property and they took the time to lead us up to our site and show us everything, even though we had gotten there well after dark. The bell tent itself is AMAZING. The bed is super comfortable and the provided heater kept it cozy in there all day and night. One thing that keeps us coming back to Growing Faith Farms is the peace and quiet that you get to experience while still having modern conveniences such as running water, HOT water, and electricity. If you’re looking to enjoy beautiful views in a quiet setting without giving up all the comforts of home, Growing Faith Farms is the place to go!

The bell tents just down the hill from the larger glamping tents are another great option for a stay.

P

Pratik

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

The host were very helpful and made us feel settled. The place is absolutely beautiful with good views of the mountain. The tent was great and the fire wood provided on site is of great value.

Steven

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Wildwood Heart Farm

Can’t express enough how absolutely beautiful & peaceful this place is. The hosts are AMAZING, kind, loving people. They make you feel at home as soon as you arrive(even if it’s late). There is UNLIMITED land to explore with their permission. The campsite has EVERYTHING YOU NEED- right down to entertainment. Will be visiting again & again!

S

Suzanne

July 2025

With pets

1 night at Raylans Yurt

I enjoyed my stay at the Yurt. The yurt is centrally located around five wineries. All the amenities in the description made the yurt a pleasurable glamping experience. It was magical and peaceful. The sunset and stars truly made the space special.

Christianna

June 2025

1 night at Wildwood Heart Farm

It’s not everyday you find a place to camp that feels like home. Wildwood was just that for me. The Mushie Palace is absolutely adorable. Super cozy bedding & perfect pillows. The fireplace has lights that offer a nice ambiance without the heat. The chairs around the fire pit were perfect. The grounds near the sites are beautiful, but the walk down to the mindfulness area, and the creek were even more beautiful. This site was once of the most peaceful places I’ve ever been. I put the fire pit to use and enjoyed hours outside reading. The swim beach isn’t too far from the site, and is a must for hot summer days. Before leaving I got to give the goats and miss Cooper lots of loving. I will most definitely be back soon, hopefully so I can stay longer than just one night.

B

Bryan

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

Christina and Joe were excellent hosts! It was the perfect weekend getaway. Upon checkin we were greeted to make sure we had everything we needed. Throughout our stay, Joe and Christina made sure to stay in contact and check if we needed anything at all. They were beyond friendly and gave great recommendations to local spots to check out. The property was very clean, including the shower house which provided access to warm water, toilets, and showers. We will be back!

R

Rosalind

April 2025

3 nights at Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

Tina and Joe were very nice! The property is beautiful, but remote! There is electricity and water, as well as very nice bathrooms, but if you're looking for a place that's quick to get in and out of, you may need to look elsewhere. The quiet nights were gorgeous and relaxing. I hadn't been camping in a long time, so there were things I didn't think about, but the location is close enough to Wilkesboro that I could pick those things up at the local DG or Walmart.

Sierra

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Raylans Yurt

I had a fantastic time at Dawn's yurt this weekend. The directions were clear, drive-in was nice, the property was open and peaceful and quiet, surrounded by vineyards. The yurt was super well stocked, even the restroom--which was way nicer than I was expecting for this little getaway! I had a great night sleep & recharge and watched the sun come up in the morning while the birds were singing. :) Thank you!!

C

Carrie

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Raylans Yurt

Raylans Yurt was my first Hipcamp experience and it did not disappoint. Dawn has a beautiful, peaceful and tranquil spot! Would love to go again!

Marla

December 2024

Weekend Trip to Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

We had a wonderful time at Christina's Bell Tent. The scenery was amazing, the hosts were so friendly and accommodating!! The tent was comfortable and so peaceful. We made a stop at Hiddenite Gem mine, a short drive, and found lots of different gems to take home. We will now have to learn how to make jewelry. The new bath house was outstanding. There were individual private shower rooms with heaters. We did not have time for the farm tour but drove by it and it was adorable. It looks perfect for a family trip. We loved our trip and plan to make a trip back soon!!

M

Madison

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Mountain Farm Camping & Glamping

Private space really nice bathrooms friendly people and cute animals

G

Gaobee

November 2024

1 night at Raylans Yurt

My husband and I had an amazing time with our dog here! Dawn was an amazing host. The yurt had pretty much everything we needed for our stay. Upaon arrival, the place was neat and clean. It was a nice sweet escape from the city! We will definitely be back and can’t wait to book again.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best bell tents near Sparta guide

Where to go

Stone Mountain State Park

Visit the 19th-century Hutchinson Homestead, hike 16 miles of trails, or rock climb the renowned 600-foot wide granite dome that gives Stone Mountain State Park its name. The park is roughly 30-minutes south of Sparta and features primitive hike-in campsites (accessed from Widow’s Creek Trail) as well as drive-in options. Every car-access campsite offers tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings with grill tops. Some also have hookups for electricity and water. A communal dump station is free of charge for all campers.

Grayson Highlands State Park

Anglers will love the 10 miles of streams filled with rainbow trout in Grayson Highlands State Park, situated 30 minutes from Sparta. Book the bunkhouse for larger camping groups or one of four yurts with screen-covered windows and dome skylights. There are also plenty of traditional campsites with electricity and water hookups. Then spend the day mountain biking or searching for wild ponies—the trail to Wilburn Ridge is a top-pick for sightings. Hiking and cross country skiing are available in winter, offering beautiful views of the snow-covered landscape.

Linville Gorge Wilderness Area

Part of Pisgah National Forest, the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area has steep, rocky terrain that delivers incredible backcountry camping and gorgeous views. Often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” the landscape was formed by the Linville River, which carved out the gorge over thousands of years. Primitive campsites found here are pack-in and pack-out, with no amenities but tons of access to hiking trails and vistas. Wiseman’s View and the top of Table Rock Mountain are some of the best spots to take it all in.

When to go

Most campers flock to North Carolina in June, July, and August. For a quieter camping experience, visit right before summer begins in April and May, or as it ends in September and October. Temperatures stay relatively mild throughout the year, but Sparta does get snow in wintertime, with the highest amount of snowfall in February. If hiking is on the agenda, spring is the perfect time to catch blooming flowers, while fall showcases changing leaves.