Cabins near Wilkesboro with hiking

Mountains, reservoirs, and waterfalls are in store for campers visiting Wilkesboro.

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Secluded Mitchel River Camping

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Elkin, NC
This land was once owned by Noah Hays himself. He was the main farmer on this land along with other farming land on this road. Hints the name "Noah Hays Road". We stopped farming this land long ago but some of his relatives are still farming on the land he use to farm on. You will see one of his old plots still being farmed across the street from our property. There is still the old cabin he use to live in along with an old curing barn they use to hang the tobacco in after harvest. Supper cool!Learn more about this land:This is a new listing.Nestled in the foothills of North Carolina is a majestic and peaceful plot of land that sits beside the south fork of the Mitchel River and; on the other side, a steep hillside of security covered in luscious wooded hardwood and pine. Engulfed in the sights and sounds of pure nature; expect wildlife encounters, frolicking through the fields, and a light show from the stars like never before.Come for a night or bring the family for an extended get away.The spaceThe space is equipped for dry camping with a outhouse on site for bathroom procedures.The parking pad can accommodate most A class RV's with a length and width of 38 by 10 foot. The extended patio protrudes another 8 foot in the front and on the back side of the pad is another 5 foot providing plenty of room for roll out space for your bed/kitchen, living space.We have a beautiful fire pit with a grate attached and a patio table that you are welcome to move around to your liking during your stay.The field on the left and right of the parking spot is grassy and fairly flat making a great place for recreational activities and even setting up a few extra tents.The river sits parallel with the site that have a easily walk down to the rivers edge.For any other questions feel free to message me.
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Buck Hill Campground

6 sites · Lodging150 acres · Crossnore, NC
Located along 1600 ft of the North Toe River, Buck Hill Campground is the perfect place for families to relax and play! We have lots of amenities and activities for our guests to enjoy while staying with us! The campground features 150 acres including a 1.5 mile hike to the top of Buck Hill Mountain with amazing views! The river is stocked with trout for fisherman and is also the perfect place to enjoy lazy rides in our river tube rentals. The campground also has 2 pickleball courts and a basketball court, a sandbox/swing area for kids, and a state of the art Arcade with billiards, air hockey, pinball machines, and video games. During the summer and fall months, we do "movies under the stars" with our huge 275" inflatable movie screen! We also offer a dedicated fiber wifi service that allows guests to surf/zoom/stream all over the property. We have 6 full service tiny home cabins (with full kitchens and bathroom inside) as well the budget minded camping cabins (with electricity but guests use the campground bath house as there is no plumbing inside). All our cabins have their own fire pit and picnic table. The campground also has a laundry room, Gathering Room (with a TV as well as a library of books, dvds, and board games) and a Pavilion area with tables for our guests to enjoy.
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Picturesque Cottage on a Beautiful Farm

1 site · Lodging11 acres · Morganton, NC
Born and raised in Morganton, I love calling this beautiful place home. After living in Charlotte and Asheville, NC for nearly 10 years, I convinced my husband, Tyler, to move to Morganton to raise our family. It has always been a dream to start a farm. As a registered dietitian, nutritious, clean, real food is important to me, and Tyler is in his happy place on his tractor or with the animals. It has been so rewarding (and a lot of work) growing our own veggies & fruits and raising animals. It is a joy to watch our kiddos collect eggs daily & understand where our food comes from. We have traded the city life for a much slower pace.Learn more about this land:The cottage at Henry River Farm is your perfect restful retreat. Nestled between the South Mountains and Henry River, the peaceful cottage makes for a tranquil getaway. The studio cottage is equipped with all the amenities including a queen bed, kitchen, full bathroom, lovely little dining table, A/C and TV (with DISH network). Take it easy and relax on the spacious patio while you take in the South Mountain hills. Come enjoy the simple farm life.The spaceLet's talk about the space! Ship Lap on the walls from the floor to ceiling sets the scene, and beautiful hardwood floors line the cottage.The large patio area includes a picnic table, patio furniture, and rocking chairs. Perfect for curling up with a good book and a cup of coffee.Nothing beats the outside charm of the eleven-acre farm. Take a stroll around the space and catch a glimpse of our farm friends including cows, pigs, goats, chickens, and ducks. (*electric fence surrounds the cows and chickens)Enjoy private access to the Henry River for fishing (NC fishing license is required) and swimming.Approximately 15 minutes to downtown Morganton. Less than 15 minutes to South Mountain State Park. Enjoy all the other attractions Morganton has to offer including Lake James, Table Rock, & Linville Falls.Guest accessGuests have access to the river and walking around the farm. We keep the field to the left mowed with a walking path.Other things to notePlease note there is electric fencing on the property considering this is a working farm. Please be aware of electric fencing around the large pasture in front of the cottage & around the chickens.
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Cabins near Wilkesboro with hiking guide

Overview

Settle into small-town comfort with historical hikes through national forests and state parks while camping in Wilkesboro. Mountains, trees, and waters weave through the surrounding landscapes that welcome campers year-round. Book a tent campsite in Grandfather Mountain State Park, a glampsite with a cabin or horse campsite in Pisgah National Forest, or drive up to an RV park with hookups in W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir. Then, explore the Yadkin River Greenway, a 7.5-mile paved-and-gravel trail system stretching from Smoot Park in North Wilkesboro to the W. Kerr Scott Dam. Whether staying close or roaming far, Wilkesboro camping has it all.  

Where to go

Pisgah National Forest

Trek through the tree-covered trails, whitewater rivers, and epic waterfalls of Pisgah National Forest. An hour east of Wilkesboro, Pisgah is home to campgrounds, cabin rentals, horse-friendly campsites, and dispersed camping districts. Some areas include full hookups, restrooms with showers, dump stations, and drinking water. Or, make it a day trip and enjoy fishing, picnics, or a scenic drive through this unforgettable 500,000-acre forest in the southern Appalachian Mountains.

Grandfather Mountain State Park

Gather up the climbing gear and head an hour east of Wilkesboro to Grandfather Mountain State Park. The rugged terrain and severe weather offer a challenge of cliffs, cables, and climbing ladders for hikers and climbers in breathtaking biodiversity. Recognized as part of the United Nation’s International Network of Biosphere Reserves, Grandfather Mountain provides a home to 16 ecological communities and 72 rare or endangered species. Free permits are required for hikers who want to explore the park and must be filled out at the trailhead. Campers can spend the night on-site, though it’s only open to backpackers who want tent or group campsites.

W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir

Live like a local at the W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir. Located in Wilkesboro at the end of the Yadkin River Greenway, the Kerr Scott Reservoir offers campgrounds, tent campsites, RV hookups, and day-use areas around the water. Known for boating, fishing, and watersports, campers can bring their boats and ride the reservoir in style or explore the history and culture of the dam. Built-in boat launches make it easy for kayaks and canoes to enter from one of the waterfront parks or beaches.

When to go

While Wilkesboro camping is available year-round, there are variations in the seasonal temperatures and available activities. Summers are hot and humid, reaching average highs near 90°F. Campers should prepare for mosquitoes during this time, as well. Wilkesboro winters are very cold with peak temperatures in January of 48°F during the day and 24°F at night. Winter campers can bring preparations for cold-weather camping or consider a heated rental.

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