Top 10 Camping Spots In Mt Airy, North Carolina

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Malavika
Malavika 
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Tucked right on the border of North Carolina and Virginia is Mt Airy, affectionately called Mayberry inspired by the Andy Griffith Show. The charming town has a healthy dose of history, the great outdoors, and an excellent culinary scene, with a good measure of moonshine thrown in. Nature lovers will have a lot to do here, such as hiking and exploring Riverside Park Granite City Greenway. Culture vultures will also have a wealth of sites to explore, such as the Siamese Twins Exhibit, Gertrude Smith House, and Mount Airy Museum of Regional History. For those who’ve solely stepped out to test out the local cuisine, sample brews at White Elephant Beer Company or dig into a sonker, a local cobber-like dessert. The place is also a treat for outdoorsmen since Mt Airy has some excellent camping spots. That said, here are the top camping spots in Mt Airy, North Carolina.

RV campgrounds & RV site

1. Mayberry Campground

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Mayberry Campground on Wednesday, July 30, 2014

The pet-friendly Mayberry Campground is open throughout the year and features RV sites and tent areas. What’s more, all sites feature full hook-ups for internet, electricity, and water.

Additionally, the campsite has a whole host of communal amenities which campers can access, including picnic shelters, a playground, fire pits, grills, and even a laundry facility for families staying long. For more, there are plenty of outdoor activities to do here, such as walking trails, hiking, and fishing.

Mayberry Campground

Address: 114 Byron Bunker Ln, Mt Airy, NC 27030, United States (map)

Website: Mayberry Campground

2. Beechnut Family Campground

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Beechnut Campground on Monday, October 19, 2015

One of the best family campgrounds in the area is Beechnut Family Campground, which lies not far from downtown Mt Airy. The seasonal campground is open between April and October and features 51 tent areas and RV sites.

For more, all rates get you access to its fabulous amenities, including a swimming pool, three fishing ponds, a snack bar, and a bathhouse with restrooms and showers. Meanwhile, the jumping pillow provides extra fun for the family. Finally, there’s so much to do here, including fishing, picnicking, hiking, swimming, and golfing.

Beechnut Family Campground

Address: 315 Beechnut Ln, Mt Airy, NC 27030, United States (map)

Website: Beechnut Family Campground

3. Veteran's Memorial Park

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Boasting primitive to full hookups, Veteran’s Memorial Park offers a hassle-free experience for both tent and RV camping. Aside from providing water and electricity, the property also has a host of amenities to make your trip enjoyable and comfortable. These include picnic shelters, modern restrooms with showers, free parking, and free Wi-Fi. With all these conveniences, it’s a great place to camp with the whole family.

Also, since it lies along the river, campers have easy access to the City Walking Trail.

Veteran's Memorial Park

Address: 691 W Lebanon St, Mt Airy, NC 27030, United States (map)

Website: Veteran’s Memorial Park

Nearby RV campgrounds & RV site

4. Greystone RV Park

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Posted by Greystone RV Park on Tuesday, December 31, 2013

With just 10 pull-through RV sites, Greystone RV Park is one of the smallest and most intimate campgrounds around. The park features concrete pads, full RV hook-ups, picnic tables, and fire pits. The year-round site also offers a host of amenities, including a modern bathhouse and free Wi-Fi.

There’s a lot to do at this family-friendly RV campsite, especially with a stocked catch-and-release pond. It’s also pet-friendly, so Fido can tag along as they remain leashed. For more, the site is centrally located so campers can easily enjoy horseback riding, rock climbing, birdwatching, and more in nearby attractions.

Greystone RV Park

Address: 1166 Pilot Knob Park Rd, Pinnacle, NC 27043, United States (map)

Website: Greystone RV Park

5. Byrd's Branch Campground

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Posted by Byrd's Branch Campground and Country Store on Monday, December 13, 2021

Tucked at the foothills of Elkin, Byrd’s Branch Campground in Yadkin Valley Wine Country offers quiet and comfortable camping opportunities. Choose from 4 shaded tent sites and 14 RV ones, all of which have water and electric hookups. The back-in sites are even more of a treat, as they lie right beside a flowing creek where you can go fishing.

Aside from that, campers will have access to an open play area and a community fire pit, perfect for mingling. There’s even a nine-hole disc golf course that’s a hit with families with children. For the more adventurous campers, spend the day hiking the Mountain-to-Sea Trail and exploring Carter Falls. Meanwhile, those who prefer laid-back activities can find solace in Grassy Creek Winery. Lastly, anytime you want to stock up on supplies, there’s a store right on-site.

Byrd's Branch Campground

Address: 225 Martin Byrd Rd, Elkin, NC 28621, United States (map)

Website: Byrd’s Branch Campground

6. Holly Ridge Family Campground

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Posted by Hollyridge Family Campground on Saturday, November 14, 2020

The Boonville-located Holly Ridge Family Campground is open throughout the year. Choose from shaded pull-through sites and tent sites, all with electricity and water hookups. There site also provides conveniences such as a clean bathhouse with showers, washer and dryer facilities, and Wi-Fi.

As for on-site fun and entertainment, a pool is open from 9 am to 9 pm. Additionally, there’s a library, game machines, and a covered picnic shelter to help campers pass time. As if all that wasn’t enough, there’s also a large playground and a mini-golf course for kids.

Holly Ridge Family Campground

Address: 5140 River Rd, Boonville, NC 27011, United States (map)

Website: Holly Ridge Family Campground

7. Ararat River Campground

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Ararat River Campground on Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Are you looking for some quiet, family-friendly fun outdoors? Head to Ararat River Campground, which offers a comfortable yet eventful camping trip. This RV park offers 66 full hookups including sewer, electric, and water services. The campground also has a host of conveniences, including free Wi-Fi, a dumpster, a bathhouse with showers, and a laundromat.

Additionally, it has shared spaces to keep everyone occupied. These include a playground for children, a lovely pond with fish, river access, and a walking trail. Since this campground allows pets, you can bring Fido along to enjoy the outdoors, too.

Ararat River Campground

Address: 101 Pioneer Camp Ln, Pinnacle, NC 27043, United States (map)

Website: Ararat River Campground

8. Jomeokee Campground

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Posted by Jomeokee Campground on Tuesday, May 4, 2021

The family-friendly Jomeokee Campground was once inhabited by the Saura Indians, hence the name Jomeokee, which means “pilot” or “great guide” in their native language. Now, it is a campsite that offers stunning views of Pilot Mountain. Choose from the many walk-in/drive-in sites at this pet-friendly campground, all of which feature electric and water hookups. For more, the sites are a mix of tents, hammocks, car/van camping, and truck campers, and can even accommodate RVs up to 28 feet (8.5 meters) long.

As for amenities, included here are restrooms and hot showers to help campers freshen up. After, they can gather around the fire rings and enjoy the night sky. There are also many activities to do during the day, including bike riding, fishing, and exploring attractions such as Pilot Mountain State Park and Horne Creek Living Historical Farm.

Jomeokee Campground

Address: 1140 Paces Place Rd #8373, Pinnacle, NC 27043, United States (map)

Website: Jomeokee Campground

9. Homeplace Recreational Park

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Homeplace Recreational Park is famous for having one of the county’s largest swimming pools. For more, this full-service campground features 150 campsites, all with picnic tables and full hook-ups, some even 50 amp ones. Additionally, the bathhouses are not just modern, but also handicap-friendly.

Besides that, the place has a snack bar, drink machine, coin laundry, and a kiddy play area, as well. Additionally, it has a swimming pool with a separate diving pool and a slide for water-based fun. There are also lots of family fun to be had here in the form of mini-golf, fishing, sports, and a game room.

Homeplace Recreational Park

Address: 258 Homeplace Park Rd, Ararat, NC 27007, United States (map)

Website: Homeplace Recreational Park

10. Pilot Mountain State Park

Pilot Mt. State Park, NC
Source: Photo by Flickr user Wendy used under CC BY-SA 2.0

Famous for the Big Pinnacle peak that can be seen from everywhere on the grounds, Pilot Mountain State Park boasts some of the best camping in the region. The lower slopes are home to 42 tent and RV campsites, all of which come with grills, tables, and tent pads. There are no hookups, but potable water is available. For more, the place also has modern bathhouses with hot showers.

The family-friendly park doesn’t lack in activities to offer, either. Things you can do on-site or nearby include include rock climbing, hiking, and even musical meditations.

Pilot Mountain State Park

Address: 1792 Pilot Knob Park Rd, Pinnacle, NC 27043, United States (map)

Website: Pilot Mountain State Park

Go camping in Mt Airy

Mt Airy, better known as Mayberry, is one of the best camping spots in North Carolina. These campgrounds allow you to experience the great outdoors in all its natural beauty, along with a host of creature comforts for a wonderful vacation. So, choose one of these top camping spots in Mt Airy, North Carolina, for a memorable camping trip in Mayberry.

If you’re looking for more accommodation options, you might want to check out the secluded cabins in Mt. Airy.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Malavika, a freelance writer and coffee enthusiast, is well-versed in Kopfkino. Her interests include engaging discussions on New Zealand, the domino theory, dystopian fiction, and Harry Potter.

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