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Tar River Life

99%

114 reviews

· Lake Royale, Franklin, North Carolina

40 acres hosted by Nikki M.

1 lodging site · 14 tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

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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!

Activities

Fishing

Paddling

Wildlife watching

Natural features

River, stream, or creek

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Reviews

99% Recommend146 ratings · 114 reviews

Sarah K.

9 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Tar River Tent Camping(1-3 tents)

Sweet set up. Loved being right along the water. It rained the night prior and the road was muddy to the sites but the site was flat and perfect for my arrangement. The site assistant was helpful and insightful. Had a great weekend!

Sarah G.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Great land, lots of campsite option

Tent · With pets ·

Tar River Tent Camping(1-3 tents)

The men were so excited when we pulled up to our spot (#5)!! We had a great view, fairly easy access for the kids to get in the river, and privacy. Some other spots (2-3, I think) were open and would be great for a huge group, because there was no privacy between them. I didn’t notice in reviews or site details that were was a private potty tent. So that was a pleasant surprise. The wood they provided was good burning wood. We peeked in on the yurt. That looks really cool for cold weather! Overall, a great place, with lots of campsite options! We would definitely come back!!

Elizabeth W.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Tar River Tent Camping (Max 6 Tent)

Camping here was easy! Having a campsite by the river was wonderful. The firewood was a bonus. We had no trouble finding our site and Billy even checked in to be sure we were good. We did, however have noisy neighbors at next site that ran a generator until midnight. After it died, it was so peaceful. Would visit again!

David A.

1 month on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· April 2025

Very primitive

Tent · With pets ·

Tar River Tent Camping(1-3 tents)

Very expensive, no amenities at all. Very small area for a small tent. Bad road to the site, very bumpy.

Michael M.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · With kids ·

Tar River Tent Camping(1-3 tents)

Nice location right on the river. Small pop up tents for bathrooms. Only problem for us was we found the campsites to be little on the small side and close together. However it is close to our and we would go back for a quick overnight or weekend trip.

Zuris M.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent ·

Tar River Tent Camping(1-3 tents)

I enjoyed my stay on Nikki’s camping land so much, secluded, peaceful & such a beautiful view! We indulged in the kayaking adventure Billy was great with directions, helping with our activity & providing us with whatever we needed for our stay. I would definitely come again & can’t wait for my next visit!

Location

Lake Royale, Franklin, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Lumbee, Skaruhreh/Tuscarora (North Carolina), Mánu: Yį Įsuwą (Catawba), and Occaneechi First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking