Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Petra Mills, NC
Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, near the charming community of Petra Mills, outdoor enthusiasts will discover a variety of camping options that showcase the region’s stunning natural beauty. For RV campers, the nearby Lake James State Park offers well-equipped sites with full hookups, surrounded by lush forests and serene lake views—perfect for fishing, kayaking, and hiking. Tent campers can embrace the more rustic experience at Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, where designated campgrounds provide access to exhilarating trails and breathtaking vistas off the Blue Ridge Parkway. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping along the Appalachian Trail allows for unforgettable nights under the stars, with diverse terrain featuring rolling hills, wildflowers, and extensive wildlife. The nearby Pisgah National Forest also boasts several campgrounds and picnic areas, catering to both RVs and tents while showcasing remarkable waterfalls and vibrant foliage. With options ranging from cozy campgrounds to wild, backcountry sites, Petra Mills is an outdoor lover’s paradise waiting to be explored.
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is located in the Appalachian Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 3 min northeast of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,760 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 34 sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 3 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.
Grayson Highlands Campground is part of Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia (1 hr 33 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 4,665 feet. There are a total of 96 campsites including 5 cabins. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the beginning of December. 79 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 62 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $109.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Old Virginia Group Horse Camp is located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 10 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 3,515 feet. The site is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. Prices start at $50.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding.
Fox Creek Horse Camp is located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 6 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 3,445 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. Max equipment length is 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $5.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding.
Little Oak Campground is located in the Watauga Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (43 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 1,773 feet. There are a total of 65 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $12.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Raccoon Branch Campground is located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 13 min southwest of Bluefield, WV) with an elevation of 3,341 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 5 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $27.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Hungry Mother Campground is part of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia (1 hr 11 min southwest of Bluefield, WV) with an elevation of 2,617 feet. There are a total of 113 campsites including 35 cabins. The campground is open all year. 67 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 67 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $343.00.
Lake Powhatan Campground is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (just 21 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,252 feet. There are a total of 79 campsites including 25 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 45 sites can accommodate RVs between 28 and 76 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 17 sites have electric and water hookups. 4 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $88.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Lake Powhatan Glamping Campground is located in the Pisgah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (just 19 min southwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,250 feet. There are a total of 12 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid March to mid November. Max equipment length is 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $100.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
New River Trail Campground is part of New River Trail State Park in Virginia (1 hr southeast of Bluefield, WV) with an elevation of 1,980 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include general store, restroom, amphitheater. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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