The best camping near Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

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The Kerr Lake area was home to the Occoneechee Indians until Nathanial Bacon dispersed them in 1676.  

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  • Nurture Nature Village
  • Facing the yurt, pond is behind me.
  • Nurture Nature Village
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Nurture Nature Village

1 site · Lodging3 acres · Raleigh, NC
Near downtown Raleigh, you can play and rest amidst our 3 acres surrounded by many more acres of natures finest suburban forest paradise. Sit or stroll around a natural pond and bubbling creek, walking trails, and free range chickens beneath 100' oak, maple, and gum trees offering a lush resting place all year around.
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  • reckless raven farm
  • reckless raven farm
  • reckless raven farm

reckless raven farm

4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Victoria, VA
popup camper sleeps 4 has access to shower and toilet, as well as access to stove and fridge free range eggs for breakfast if you want go gather from the chicken coop we also provide laundry facilities for a small fee and free fishing in pond no license required as it is private property and a grill or a stone to cook on there is also a shower and outhouse at the private primitive camp sites water is provided
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  • Reckless Raven Farm
  • Reckless Raven Farm
  • Reckless Raven Farm
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Reckless Raven Farm

3 sites · Tents10 acres · Victoria, VA
Welcome to RRF! We are a small ranchette that specializes in sheep, horses, and chickens. Located in Victoria Virginia, the farm is less than an hour to Richmond, 45 minutes to Farmville, and 45 minutes from John Kerr reservoir (on the boarder of NC). We are pet friendly, and the property is completely fenced. Enjoy free unlicensed fishing on property in our pond, stocked with catfish and bluegills, or let the pups swim away the summer heat. Enjoy a walk on the nearby Tobacco Trail, fish at one of the many nearby rivers and lakes or swim in our above ground pool. Roast marshmallows over a fire and stargaze or catch fireflies all night. All site have access to a portable compost toilet, and we can provide water for the sun showers. We have tent sites, and a pop up camper, 420friendly but we do not partake Amenities/ Activities: Above ground pool friendly sheep, goats and horses to pet and feed metal detectors to borrow free fishing and bait- poles provided free fire wood laundry for fee in house pots and pans to cook grill for site upon request free fresh eggs
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  • Fields of Dreams
  • Fields of Dreams
  • Fields of Dreams
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Fields of Dreams

2 sites · Lodging20 acres · Rougemont, NC
Learn more about this land: A quiet area surrounded by trees overlooking a pond where the only sound is the whispering of the winds. Access the area on a private farm road and emerge into a pristine woodland paradise. Enjoy the serenity of being close to nature but not too far from civilization, Read/Write a book, see the stars, slow the pace and enjoy. Perfect space for nature lovers, peace seekers, metro escapees, business traveller minimalists and even horse travelers who would like to stake out their horses in an open field. Pure nature at its best...Bring your own amenities. The space is large enough for large gatherings. You can order a large tent, porta-potties, generator, etc. for a your event.Will require some planning, and is a different cost structure, so msg me.
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  • Ross F.’s Land
  • Ross F.’s Land
  • Ross F.’s Land
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Ross F.’s Land

5 sites · Lodging10 acres · Hollister, NC
We bought the property in search of gold. After exploring the land after we bought it, we discovered a 200ft ship from 1906 buried 4ft under the ground. We are inviting people to come enjoy this experience with us as we excavate the ship, to learn history, and to learn unique outdoor activities. There are so many treasures still left to be found.
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  • Purple Martin Farm
  • Purple Martin Farm
  • Purple Martin Farm
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Purple Martin Farm

5 sites · RVs, Tents67 acres · Boydton, VA
420 friendly Old time farm, with about 50,% open rolling fields 50% woods with trails, a pond and some streams. Wild turkeys, dear and even an occasional bear. We are Located near kerr lake which has over 800 miles of shoreline, for boating, fishing all watersports. The town of Clarkville nearby, that's has some cute shops and restaurants and a brewery on the lake.
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  • Serenity Farm
  • Serenity Farm
  • Serenity Farm
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Serenity Farm

4 sites · Tents26 acres · Durham, NC
An off-grid experience with on-grid elegance. Owned by a yoga instructor and NYC transplant, this is a dream come true. The farm was purchased to raise my children, and when they went off to college, it was converted into my dream of owning a retreat center in nature, hosting yoga and wellness events, and sharing the peace of nature with my community.It seems very rugged when you enter, but when you get to the end of the driveway, the meadows open up, to reveal a small organic garden and a firepit. We have a covered pavilion for community yoga, an onsite walking path, and access to the Mountain To Sea Trail.Learn more about this land:This is the spot for campers looking to get away into nature, without "roughing it".  We make sure that you feel taken care of when you are here...We are less than an hour from downtown Durham, Raleigh, Wake Forest, but you are totally surrounded by nature and feel that you are far far away.  There is easy access to elegant, well-stocked restrooms (hand lotion, hair ties, scented soap). In the evening our farm turns into a magical place with twinkling lights. We have a yoga studio, yoga events, and even a yoga+brunch.  Our property is well maintained and sprayed for mosquitoes.  There are many community gathering areas, as well as a designated area for cooking.  You can walk our new trail, hang out in hammocks (that you provide), or take the 9-minute drive to the marina for some paddleboarding, canoeing, or kayaking. If you are in the mood for a hike we are steps away from the Mountain to Sea Trail.You may join one of our scheduled classes, or book a private class for yourself and/or your group. You may also book some time in our authentic Nordic Sauna. If you choose to order breakfast, it is served in a private outdoor area. 
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  • Collective Spaces
  • Collective Spaces
  • Collective Spaces
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Collective Spaces

5 sites · Tents204 acres · Nathalie, VA
We are just over an hour north of Durham, NC, two hours southwest of Richmond, VA, and 30 minutes east of Danville, VA. Our property is 204 acres of beautiful wilderness, in an international Dark Sky zone (you can see the milky way on an average night), where you can usually hear nothing other than the calls of the animals. The property is accessed via a half mile dirt and grass road that drops you off at the main camping area at the Old Tobacco Barn. From there you have access to a composting toilet and fire circle. The previous owners clear cut half the property and we are currently working on cleaning and restoring the land that they damaged. The other half of the property is various types and stages of forest, from young to old. We have 5 waterways that I have counted so far (it's a lot of land!), including 1.5 miles of Sandy Creek, which is more of a small river than a creek, beautiful swimmable natural springs, and a half acre pond (with beavers!). We have two kayaks that you can use on the pond, and you can bring tubes or kayaks and paddle down Sandy Creek all the way to Banister River a few miles downstream. Camping is available throughout the property, although you will see several marked and prepped sites along the road or in the woods. This is rustic camping, meaning that you can drive up to some camping sites, but others are off the road and require a bit of trekking through brush, trails, or woods. This area of the state is an international dark sky zone, and the views at night are glorious - the milky way is clearly visible, you can generally catch shooting stars with regularity on any clear night, and if you bring binoculars or a telescope, you have a clear view of most of the sky. If you enjoy wild plants, foraging, bird watching, tracking, or generally getting out into a natural space, then you will enjoy the diversity of the wildlife and plant life on the property. We have house sized boulders along Sandy Creek that you can climb on, and the creek itself is clean and swimmable. There is lots to explore throughout the property and, most of all, it's a wonderful place to rest and relax out in nature. A few things to keep in mind: The road is a dirt road, meaning that it turns muddy after it rains. Please be mindful of this and park at the front and walk in if it is raining or has rained the day before you arrive. Also, if it looks like it will rain while you are on site, you may want to move your vehicle to the front of the property to make it easier to get out when you leave. Having said that, the road is good and any car can drive it without issue when it is dry. Campers and trailers are welcome on the property as well, although we do not have a place to dump/empty your septic, so please take waste off site. We do not have showers or potable water on site, so you will need to pack water in with you. This is rustic camping. We do have a composting toilet - please drop a handful of wood shavings into the bucket when you are done. For folks who are comfortable doing so, please consider urinating outside rather than in the composting toilet. ;)
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Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

603 sites · RVs, Tents In Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

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  • Enjoying coffee by the river
  • Tar River Life
  • Enjoying coffee by the river
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Tar River Life

16 sites · Tents40 acres · Lake Royale, NC
​Back to the basics, come and experience Tar River Life’s primitive camping on the Tar River. Enjoy being on the river and listening to slow running sound of the Tar River. Bring your own tent or rent one of ours. You can drive your vehicle to all of our campsites. The drive to camp is about 1/2 miles. Each site includes a fire pit, wood and trash bin. Cook your own meals or try and catch your own fish from the river. Campsites can be secluded or grouped. Each site comes with a picnic table, 1 bundle of wood and trash can. Stay for a night or longer period of time, come and enjoy the outdoors with us. We have lots of walking trails, fishing access, wildlife, kayaking and tubing (must be purchased through us). 2WD vehicles are ok except during wet conditions. There is also the Vollmer Farm, with seasonal produce a Full Coffee Shop with breakfast goodies and baked goods and not to mention their fabulous ice cream. They have goods from around NC including, eggs, honey, meats, beers, wine and more. There is a grocery store (Food Lion) about 15 minutes away. So you can stock up on supplies on your way to your next adventure. We are pet friendly!
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  • R.O.S.A. Land Campground
  • R.O.S.A. Land Campground
  • R.O.S.A. Land Campground
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R.O.S.A. Land Campground

6 sites · Lodging, Tents23 acres · Rougemont, NC
R.O.S.A. Land stands for Rare Occaneechi Saponi Alluvial Land-based retreat and campground offering individuals and small groups a place for rest, exploration, sanctuary, and grounding. Equal parts woodland, floodplain wetland and pastureland, R.O.S.A land is stewarding 23 acres of ecological magical oasis on a tributary of the Upper Tar River 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! This is a queer-stewarded, solidarity-focused rematriation project. This land is co-deeded to MK of Handewa Farms and owned at present by K Cox, Steward of the Respite and will be passed on to MK and her seven Afro-Indigenous children once the Roundhouse is paid down. In the meantime, an intentional community of farmhub tenants, visitors, campers and Handewa Farm members all co-habitate on the land together. 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 unlikley 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.
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  • Having coffee in the middle field at sunrise
  • Below the waterfall on Deep Creek
  • Having coffee in the middle field at sunrise
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Honah Lee Farms

5 sites · RVs, Tents144 acres · Rougemont, NC
Our camp is the shared vision of Brian and Lee and son Michael. We fell in love with this beautiful property where we plan to build our eco-friendly, off-grid homestead and farm. Lee's favorite song and the inspiration behind our name is "Puff the Magic Dragon" by Peter, Paul and Mary. A land of whimsical imagination, beauty and maybe a dragon or three is our shared vision for the farm. The camping options are flexible, ranging from prepared campsites along both Little and Deep creeks with composting outhouses nearby, to "Camper's Choice" options where you may hike in or drive in and create your own camping experience. Please note that since the "Camper's Choice" options allow freedom to select hike-in or drive-in options, the exact distance to nearest outhouse may vary. There are 144 acres to explore so campers can set up a secluded getaway or cluster together in a group. We are flexible and can work with you to create a camping experience that suits your needs. Learn more about this land: Honah Lee Farms has over 140 acres of woods with open fields distributed throughout. We are bordered to the south by the Flat River, to the west by Deep Creek, and to the north by Little Creek. Most of our campsites are nestled in the trees along one of these bodies of water and all campers have access to the 10 foot waterfall area where Deep Creek runs into the Flat River.
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  • Tanglewild
  • Tanglewild
  • Tanglewild
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Tanglewild

4 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Raleigh, NC
This beautiful spot is tucked away in a secluded private street. It feels like the country, but in the middle of Raleigh suburbs so we are close to all the amenities. There is a small stream running through the backyard and about 4 acres for exploring if you up for it. There are birds, deer, and other wildlife that also call Tanglewild home. This is a great spot if you are passing through, visiting friends for family nearby that don't have space for your RV, or just want to get away from home for a few days but don't really want to go that far away. Amenities are close: RDU (4 miles), RTP (7 miles), Crabtree Valley Mall (4 miles), Umstead (3 miles), Target (1 mile), several grocery stores (1 mile), Falls lake (10 miles), and Brier Creek (4 miles) Note, the spot is a bit tricky to back into. You might need to back down the driveway so take a look before you drive down and get yourself in a tricky spot.
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  • Farmers Village
  • Farmers Village
  • Farmers Village
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Farmers Village

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents38 acres · Hillsborough, NC
This property is mainly grass and trees as we begin to transform it into an educational farm. There are several tent camping and RV sites to choose from. A Showerhouse with flush toilet is available for use. Conveniently located with easy access to I-40 on Exit 261. 10 minutes from Downtown Chapel Hill and Carborro. Durham is approximately 20 minutes and Raleigh is approximately 30 minutes. Saturday and Sunday from 10-3pm are volunteer days at the garden, you are welcome to join in or just enjoy your day. Please note that some space toward the front of the property have occasional road noise but the nights are mainly quiet. The property is 38 acres so you can also camp father into the wood trails but car access may be limited in those areas during rain.
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  • Kerwin K.’s Land
  • Kerwin K.’s Land
  • Kerwin K.’s Land
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Kerwin K.’s Land

4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents400 acres · Keysville, VA
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  • Privette Pointe
  • Privette Pointe
  • Privette Pointe
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Privette Pointe

2 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Wake Forest, NC
Once a working cattle and tobacco farm, this land has been in our family for generations. Experience magnificent sunrises over rolling hills, just inside Wake County near the Franklin County border. Two sites beside the pond, stocked with fish, a bridge to feed them bread from, and a fountain to listen to as you unwind.Learn more about this land:Wake up beside the pond, listening to to fountain as you drink your morning coffee. Fish from the bank or toss bread to the fish from the bridge. Hike the property and take pictures of breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.
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  • Farm Retreat in Red Oak
  • Farm Retreat in Red Oak
  • Farm Retreat in Red Oak
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Farm Retreat in Red Oak

1 site · Tent35 acres · Red Oak, NC
Welcome to our 35-acre sustainable farm located in the heart of Red Oak a small town in Nash County North Carolina. We are conveniently located just about 5 miles from the I-64 and I-95 interchange in Rocky Mount. We are also just under one hour from Raleigh and about 30 minutes from Medoc Mountain State Park. We have horses, sheep, chickens, rabbits, cats, and dogs here as well as a small orchard and some gardens. There are 20 wooded acres with a trail through them and a pond to fish in right beside the campsite. Dogs are welcome but they must be kept on leash unless we give permission to use one of our empty pastures for exercise. Bring your cowboy boots and sign up for an introductory horseback riding lesson! Our site has a gravel pad, picnic table, and fire ring down by the pond which is a short walk from the parking area. You are also welcome to set up by the parking area if you wish to be near your vehicle. Port-a-potty, non-potable hose water, and electrical receptacles are available on-site as well. Please understand that this is a working farm with free-range chickens, pets, and livestock that sometimes make noise. We are also located off a well-traveled country road so you may hear car/road noise.
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  • Farm Camping At The Heart Of RDU
  • Farm Camping At The Heart Of RDU
  • Farm Camping At The Heart Of RDU
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Farm Camping At The Heart Of RDU

1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Wake Forest, NC
Escape to our historic dairy farm nestled in the picturesque Falls Lake area of Raleigh-Durham. Our charming log cabin sits on 4 acres of partially wooded land, offering a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Wake up to the sounds of birds chirping and the gentle rustle of leaves in the breeze. Spend your days fishing on our private lake or exploring the nearby Falls Lake Recreation Area and the Mountain to Sea Hiking Trail. For those seeking a bit of urban adventure, downtown Raleigh and Durham are just a short 35-minute drive away. At our camp on the farm, pets are more than welcome to join in on the fun. Bring your RV or pitch your tent and camp on our spacious grounds. With easy access to major highways such as US 1, I-540, and I-85, getting here is a breeze. Whether you're seeking a quiet weekend getaway or a convenient base for exploring the wonders of North Carolina, our farm camp offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern convenience. Book your stay with us today and experience the beauty of Falls Lake firsthand!
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  • Butterfly Treehouse
  • Entrance to your cozy cabin!
  • Butterfly Treehouse
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Butterfly Treehouse

2 sites · Lodging37 acres · Sutherlin, VA
Free ranging donkeys and a pig are nearby. On the property there is a walking trail with more to come! There is an all natural playground area for children, volleyball court, tether ball, gaga pit, etc. available. Site is accessible to VIR Speedway, Averett University, Hargrave Military Academy and Chatham Hall. Within a 15 minute drive there are quaint little shops. Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill are an hour away.Learn more about this land:Hipcampers can expect a bare shelter with a hammock available. The shelter itself is easy to access with a ramp. It is surrounded by woods and small fields. Free ranging donkeys and a pig are very close nearby.  May wake up to donkeys braying! Within walking distance is a ADA accessible bathhouse with showers .  Pool available after 5 PM. There is an all natural playground area for children, volleyball court, tether ball, gaga pit, etc. available. Site is accessible to VIR Speedway, Averett University, Hargrave Military Academy and Chatham Hall. Within a 15 minute drive there are quaint little shops. Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill are an hour away.
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  • Heaven's Gate Artistry
  • Heaven's Gate Artistry
  • Heaven's Gate Artistry
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Heaven's Gate Artistry

20 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Henderson, NC
Centered in the beautiful North Carolina countryside of lush green rolling hills with picturesque farms, oak and magnolia trees, this property has three acres of pasture and four acres of trees. I have dry camping with water, electricity and a Porta Potty available nearby fir /418 a night and for $45 a night full RV hook ups. I've been a full time Artist and Teacher for 30 years and have a my AgriTourism 40’x72’ Barndominium, (it's still a bit of a construction site on one acre) with a 1,250 sq ft. Art Studio for creatives of all types opening in May 2024. Studio time and lessons available. Pottery, kiln, (up to cone 10 electric and cone 10 gas reduction) wheel, hand building tables, slab roller, extruder, wedging tables, glazes, drawing, painting, (watercolor, acrylic, pen & ink, oil, pastel, etc.) book binding, mixed media and more. In Raleigh, NC there is the NC Museum of Art, Marbles Children's Museum and Natural Sciences Museum, DPAC performing arts in Durham. You can visit Duke University Cathedral in Durham, University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and NC State in Raleigh. Shop at Raleigh, Louisburg and Henderson Farmer's Markets or take a Raleigh Guided Historical Tour. Downtown Raleigh is beaming with excellent restaurants, breweries, music and night life. There are petting zoo's, Wild ponies on the Outer Banks, The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro, Local Alpaca Farms to visit and many live music and dancing venues. There is Falls Lake, Kerr Lake, Lake Jordan and Lake Gaston for fishing, swimming and water skiing. In two hours and 15 minutes you can be in Mt. Airy the original Mayberry of the Andy Griffith Show. Or stop and pan for gold and gems on your way to Asheville, NC. Or stop by Cherokee, NC for famous Maggie Valley or their Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Located 30 minutes from the VA state line, highway US #1 and Interstate 85 are 15 minutes away. 45 Minutes north of Triangle Town Center Mall in Raleigh, NC, three hours from Wilmington/Atlantic Beach, NC for surfing, deep sea fishing boat charters and beautiful beaches. We're four hours East of Ashville/Smokey Mountains and the famous Biltmore House, NC. We're four hours from fun Myrtle Beach, SC and five hours North of Historic Charleston, NC and 3.5 hours from The Smithsonian National Museum of History and the White House in Washington DC. In NC we're three hours from Charlotte, NC, 90 minutes from Greensboro/Winston Salem, NC, one hour to Interstate 95 south in Wilson, NC, 45 minutes North to Interstate 95 in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Soon to come laundry and shower room and bunk beds! Top 10 Things to Do in Raleigh: https://www.viator.com/Raleigh/d33621-ttd?mcid=33953&tsem=true&supci=-1&supag=1233652197275608&supsc=kwd-77103383976617&supai=77103448173493&supdv=c&supnt=s&supkw=museums%20in%20raleigh%20nc&supti=kwd-77103383976617&suplp=82024&supli=56448&m=33953&supag=1233652197275608&supsc=kwd-77103383976617&supai=77103448173493&supdv=c&supnt=nt:s&suplp=82024&supli=56448&supti=kwd-77103383976617&tsem=true&supci=kwd-77103383976617&supkw=museums%20in%20raleigh%20nc&msclkid=0f8e945c99d51e0f9e7bf2746e1e7c6f
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  • The Old Place
  • The Old Place
  • The Old Place
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The Old Place

7 sites · RVs20 acres · Centerville, NC
Located in Warren County on a hundred acre family farm is a quiet, secluded country property we refer to as The Old Place. This property is available for RV and tent camping. The RV site provides a 30 amp service, sewer hookup, water, picnic table, rocking chairs on porch, gravel packing space, and a fire ring. There are 3 tent sites down by the pond with pier and fire ring. Flush toilet and sink are within a short walking distance. Catch and release fishing allowed. Hunting is also available thru Outdoor Access on the backside of the property. There is also lots of public land all around and Medco Mountain State Park is within a short drive.
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The best camping near Kerr Lake State Recreation Area guide

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About

Water sports enthusiasts are in heaven at this 50,000-acre man-made reservoir lake. The SRA is actually seven access areas found on more than 800 miles of wooded shoreline. Kerr Lake straddles the North Carolina and Virginia border. It offers some of the best fishing in the eastern U.S., with bass, white perch, and catfish.

Each recreation area on the reservoir has one or more concrete boat-launching ramps. Boaters enjoy access to two private marinas. Sailors find conditions here ideal, thanks to prevailing winds and expansive bodies of water. Cool off at several swimming spots and picnic areas along the lake's shoreline. The walking trails here are easy and short family-friendly paths with lake views.

Five of the access areas offer hundreds of wooded tent and trailer campsites. Many of them are right on the water's edge. Both electric hookup and non-electrical sites are available. And groups looking for a great time have several private camping areas to choose from.

When to go

The ideal time to visit Kerr Lake State Recreation Area is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer brings warm days perfect for water activities, though it's also the busiest season. Winters are quieter but can be chilly, so pack accordingly.

Know before you go

  • Check the weather forecast and pack suitable clothing for the season to ensure a comfortable visit.
  • Be aware of park hours, typically from 8:30am to 5pm, and plan your activities within this timeframe.
  • Remember to bring sunscreen and insect repellent to protect against the elements.
  • Stay informed about any park closures or alerts by visiting the official website before your trip.
  • Facilities such as restrooms and picnic areas are available, but it's wise to bring extra supplies just in case.

Top parks near Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

Shenandoah National Park
George Washington National Forest
Hanging Rock State Park
Uwharrie National Forest
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Pisgah National Forest
New River Gorge National Park
Grandfather Mountain State Park

Top cities near Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

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