The best star host campgrounds near Valle Crucis, North Carolina

If you're looking for camping near Valle Crucis, North Carolina, Hipcamp has over 1500 options for you to choose from. Whether you prefer a secluded hideout like Dark Ridge Hide Out with 422 reviews, a farm experience at Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm with 388 reviews, or a trail camp like Rivers Edge Trail Camp with 267 reviews, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash disposal, and partake in activities such as off-roading (OHV), wind sports, and swimming. With an average price per night of $36 and options as low as $5, camping near Valle Crucis, North Carolina has never been more accessible and exciting.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Valle Crucis

If you're looking for camping near Valle Crucis, North Carolina, Hipcamp has over 1500 options for you to choose from. Whether you prefer a secluded hideout like Dark Ridge Hide Out with 422 reviews, a farm experience at Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm with 388 reviews, or a trail camp like Rivers Edge Trail Camp with 267 reviews, you're sure to find the perfect spot. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash disposal, and partake in activities such as off-roading (OHV), wind sports, and swimming. With an average price per night of $36 and options as low as $5, camping near Valle Crucis, North Carolina has never been more accessible and exciting.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Valle Crucis

1. Starlight Hills

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(2488)

49mi from Valle Crucis · 24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Our Spa and Geodesic Dome Planetarium is now available for booking! Our Pond is now OPEN! We are a constantly evolving location. Our goal is to provide a genuine secluded camping experience immersed in nature in a mountainous forest with privacy and well spaced out, secluded camp sites. We also have minimal light pollution, so our skies are beautiful for viewing the stars. We offer trails through natural wooded habitat with hidden gems of nature. Wildlife viewing throughout. There are feed locations to increase viewing opportunities. A creek on the property is lovely for walking. Centered between Charlotte and Asheville we are within your reach! We offer primitive tent camping, Glamping Tents a tiny cabin and Geodesic Dome. Lodging locations have a private Mountain View, fire pit area, Queen bed, Night Stand (built in phone charger), Desk area, interior and exterior lighting, heater and fan (powered by solar system). As a part of Starlight Hills Campground you have access to filtered drinking water, common overlook (w/ BBQ pits & picnic tables), trails, bathroom and showers. Welcome to bring all your furry family members ❤️. Please Note: 2 Wheel Dr. vehicles can access all of our sites. Gravel/ Dirt road up hill.

2. Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground

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(377)

47mi from Valle Crucis · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground was a tobacco farm (antique tobacco barn still on property). The house was built in 1910 and has been updated. We purchased it in 2014 and converted it into a vineyard. We have RV sites with 50 amp and 30 amp electric hookups and water, and tents sites. For 2023 our rates are $30/night for RV Sites (50 amp or 30 amp electric hookups and water) and $25/night for Tent Sites. Tent sites do not have electricity or water hookups, but water is available at the well. (Due to inflation, 2024 our rates will be $30/night for RV Sites, $25/night for Tent Sites.) We do not have a dump station, but we do have a Port A John and a list of dump stations nearby. Campfires are allowed unless we have a state issued burning ban. Campers are responsible for controlling and extinguishing fires. Please be extremely careful during dry or drought conditions. Conveniently located one mile from Hwy 421 but remote and peaceful with plenty of room to roam on our 22 acres with grapevines, fruit trees, forest, creeks, fields, goats, Beagle and Jackabee (Beagle/Jack Russell) dogs, cows, chickens, ducks and goats. Also, we have wildlife such as birds, squirrels, groundhogs, deer, raccoons, opossums, etc. We are about 15 miles from Wilkesboro and North Wilkesboro (home of the Merle Fest and Apple Festival). Eden Oaks is 18 miles from W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir, 24 miles from Stone Mt. State Park, and 10 miles from Elkin (sponsors of the Wine Festival and Pumpkin Festival). Eden Oaks is in the heart of the Yadkin Valley and Swan Creek AVAs (American Viticultural Area). We're next door (3 miles) to Raffaldini and Piccione Vineyards. Take a day trip to Boone, Blowing Rock, Blue Ridge Parkway, Mt. Airy, Winston-Salem, Charlotte or additional areas of interest. We love it here and would like to share it with you. Learn more about this land: Shaded and semiprivate in woods with creek on property. Located on a working vineyard in the Swan Creek AVA. Primitive camp sites with campfire pits. Water, garbage cans, some sites have electricity available.  We offer individual sites of up to 4 people and group sites of up to 12 people.  We have 3 RV sites with water and 50 amp electric service, and one with 30 amp and water.    We have 4 primitive tent sites with fire pits.  We also supply one free bundle of firewood (more available for purchase if needed).  Please message us if you have any questions.  We look forward to hearing from you.   Update 10/3/2020:  Todd and April have opened FIRESIDE ESPRESSO--check them out on the web.  Update 4/28/2021:  Our Site 1, Site 2 and site 3 are RV sites with 50 amp electric service and water hookups.  Sites 4 is a 30 amp electric service with water which can be a small RV or a tent site. Sites 7, 8, 9 and 10 are tent sites only without water and electricity.  If you  have questions, please contact us.  Thanks. Update 5/3/2021:  Please check out recent photos of each campsite. Update 7/8/2023: Please see us on YouTube EDEN OAKS BEAGLES. Our channel has videos of our dogs, cats, goats, chickens, ducks, donkey and other animals. Very kid friendly. Please watch, subscribe, like and share.

3. Glamping At Fall Creek Retreats

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(18)

20mi from Valle Crucis · 3 sites · Lodging

Enjoy this lovely setting and romantic spot in nature. This Tiny Home glamping site is the perfect place to relax, unplug and unwind in the great outdoors, right on the creek. Located on a private, easy to reach property, this Tiny Home offers stunning views of the creek. This has all essential amenities, equipped for a comfortable glamping stay; queen bed, Keurig, microwave, Wifi, ceiling fan, gas grill, camping outdoor shower and private portable toilet. Relax on the screened porch or by the fire pit, perfect for enjoying nature. The creek sound is simply hypnotic. The space Immerse yourself in nature. Welcome to the Tiny Home of Tranquility • One-room setup with all essentials: o Comfortable queen bed with ceiling fan o Kitchenette with microwave, plates, utensils, cups, cooler o Dining table o Screened front porch • Private bath and shower at back entrance • Common areas: Pavilion, cornhole set & wading area in parking lot • State trout stream for fishing enthusiasts and wading • Conveniently located: - 22 minutes to Boone - 18 minutes to Wilkesboro - 7 minutes of Hwy 421 to site Guest access: all guests have access to: - Parking lot - Pavilion & cornhole area - Fishing at your site and from parking lot downstream (trout are released at parking lot) Other things to note • Wifi for calling, communication and music • Power Supply - Solar power with generator backup - Supports microwaves, Keurig, ceiling fans, and lights • Bathroom Amenities - Wood-encased, private, portable toilet with overhead light - Private camping shower bag for two quick showers (warm season) - Soap/shampoo provided - Easy access from rear entrance • Central Location - Nearby activities: hiking, boating, lake fishing, tubing, dining, wineries, breweries, and more (Boone, Blowing Rock, West Jefferson, Wilkesboro) • Additional Glamping Options For Friends - Geodome and A-Frame - Friends can join you and view

4. Gusher Knob

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(56)

20mi from Valle Crucis · 2 sites · Tents

Gusher Knob is a 220+ acre forested mountain near Spruce Pine, NC. One of the campsites has a 12 x 12 raised platform for your tent (we don't recommend pitching a tent anywhere other than the platform), picnic table, fire pit, and a hook to hold a lantern. This first campsite on the property has a spectacular view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A second campsite is more primitive (no picnic table or platform yet) is in a forested section with access to the Toe River. It is available now, but improvements are planned such as building a platform, adding a picnic bench and expanding the current fire pit. Please stay on the trails and the campsite areas as the surrounding land is private and monitored. Cell coverage is ok. Nearby hiking, climbing, and fly fishing are a few activities you will enjoy when visiting this lovely area of western NC. One campsite is a short 7-minute easy hike along a well-marked clear trail from the parking spot. The trail is non-technical and will mostly accommodate camping gear with wheels, such as a cooler. The other campsite takes a little longer hike to reach (10-minutes). Since it's situated in the woods, please be aware that you may encounter any number of nature's residents such as deer, squirrels, box turtles, wild turkeys, and bears. Please do not feed them and make sure to protect any food items appropriately. None of the natural residents has any interest in you personally, but they are known to be drawn to available food items.

5. Buck Ridge Resort

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(29)

9.9mi from Valle Crucis · 1 site · Lodging

We offer primitive tent sites and two glamping cabins, one with Queen size bed and the other with two twins and a 50 Amp RV concrete slab. Separate bath house with his/her toilets and showers. Surrounded by nature and hiking trails on the property along with a creek, come stay for a night or for a week. Waterfalls are close by, Lake Watuga, ATV trails, horseback riding trails, and very private, quiet and wild.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

RV Site 3 with a 50 amp electrical hookup and water.

Marcie

5 days ago

25 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground

Beautiful area and wonderful people! We will definitely be back again! ....and again 😁❤️

Tim

2 weeks ago

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground

Was lucky enough to find this spot last minute while we were traveling home. We booked on very short notice but the owners were really helpful and we had a great one night stay. We will definitely return.

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Connor

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Gusher Knob

We loved our stay! William has a beautiful campsite and beautiful property that he let us explore. We saw wild deer, wild geese, and signs of some bobcats, even got to hear a pack of coyotes each night! We felt incredibly safe and it was a very private area. We met one of the neighbors when unloading our gear who was incredibly helpful and nice, and everyone we drove by waved as well so it was a nice welcoming stay which was one of our concerns when coming from 6 hours away. Our car was safe the entire time and no signs of anyone messing with anything around it which is a huge plus! The sunrise and sunset are beautiful, especially with a mountain backdrop, and the drive up there was also nice. We stopped at one of the overlooks about 20-30 minutes away from the site and just took in the scenery. The hike has some pretty steep parts. We made 4 full trips with gear, food, and wood. I feel like some of the other reviews don’t touch on it as much, but with just two of us it absolutely wore us out. I believe we took 4 breaks along the trail (even though it’s a fairly short hike) just because of the elevation and how steep it was in some parts. While we are both 5-6 days a week in the gym, carrying everything was still a challenge that we will not forget. Very thankful there were two of us. William let us explore the side trails but remember to still ask for permission for yourself as this is still someone else’s property and should be treated as such. Thank you again William!!

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Ian

2 weeks ago

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

I stayed in one of the MTG sites and it was great! The heater works very well in the winter and was super clean for me and my party. The views were great and the restrooms were clean. I’ve been here multiple times and always enjoy coming back. I would highly recommend this campground.

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William

2 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to Glamping At Fall Creek Retreats

The views were gorgeous and Paul was very helpful with any questions we had!

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Jeff

3 weeks ago

36 ft Class A

With pets

1 night at Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground

Very nice , just off the road. Easy pull in, and pull out. Having the 50 amp electric, was a big bonus. My 2 German Shepards, had plenty of sticks to chew on. 🤣

A sturdy and large platform for your tent or sleeping setup.

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Jason

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gusher Knob

Nice and secluded. Evening sky looking over the mountains was beautiful. Be prepared for a couple small hills on the trail in but well worth it.

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Billy

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

It’s really nice even though it was very cold it was still worth it.

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George

November 2025

20 ft Class B

With kids

2 nights at Starlight Hills

Beautiful camp grounds. Well maintained and easy to navigate. A number of additional amenities and small touches to make the stay feel a bit elevated while still feeling off grid and primitive. I also really liked how spaced out the sites were. You didn’t feel like you were on top of the other campers, it felt like you had reasonable privacy. Would stay again.

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Charlotte

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Gusher Knob

We had the best time camping at Hummingbird Overlook! The view was absolutely beautiful and the host, William, was very helpful and responded very quickly to any questions we had.

Tyler

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

Great camp spot for the family and dog! Great views and quick access to hiking. We really enjoyed the views and common space. Highly recommended.

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Jose

November 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

Amazing property, with thoughtful planned out campground. I love to sleep outside in the hammock and this was an extraordinary experience for my wife and daughter staying at Luna Glamping spot. Great showers, the spa spot is so ingeniously tucked away while having the freedom of enjoying a beautiful evening under the stars. Will definitely return.

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Kelly

November 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

The campground is well organized, clean, and has beautiful views. The only downside is if you are staying towards the back of the property the bathroom is a long walk away, but the scenery is so lovely we didn’t mind! Highly recommend!

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Christine

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

The yurt was well appropriated with conveniences, but best of all the view of the Blue Ridge Mountains was awesome.

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Matthew

November 2025

13 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground

Had a quick 1 night stay, last minute trip. Had a quick response to accept our reservation. Site 4 was perfect, easy to access, power and water on site. Great for our Sylvan GO popup. Roy greeted us on arrival and showed us around. He brought a nice size stack of firewood. He also borrowed us a 30A -> 110 adapter so we could plug an extension cord in. We enjoyed the visit in the morning from the donkey and cows. Beautiful property, great hosts, we'll stop back next year.

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Travis

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

Nice little spa. Nice view from the overlook. Pleasant camp sites far enough away from each other with very few disturbances. Over all nice time.

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Mauricio

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Starlight Hills

Wonderful views and a really accessible campground, recommend it to anyone who just wants to relax far from the city for some time!

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Thao

November 2025

Tent

2 nights at Starlight Hills

William’s campground was so lovely. Plenty of room to spread out and explore. The stars, oh my gosh! We loved sitting at the shared lookout point at night and just staring up at the sky. Check out the spa add-on! The sauna was perfect on a chilly Fall day. Would love to come back in the warmer months.

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Jeff

November 2025

14 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground

We loved the camping spot. It was beautiful and peaceful. The meet and greet from the host was fantastic. We really loved visiting the old tobacco barn and walking the trails through the woods.

Our campsite was the only one in the open. It was to the left of the house. along the tree line. We had access to well water and were hooked up to 30 amp power.

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November 2025

45 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Eden Oaks Vineyard & Campground

Beautiful, quiet property at an excellent nightly rate. Host was quick to respond to messages and provided me a 50>30 adapter for a site that would fit my 28' tow-behind.