Dispersed Camping

 

Badin Lake Recreation Area, Uwharrie National Forest

Want to go camping and really get away from civilization? Dispersed camping is a great way to get some space to yourself! Primitive campsites are typically free and offer a more rugged experience. Just be sure to come prepared, these campsites offer little to no amenities, so you will need to pack in all of your food, water, and supplies, and you will need to be sure to pack out all of your trash when you leave! The region offers lots of primitive campsites throughout its parks, most of which are free to use.

 

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    Hagan-Stone Park

    Hagan-Stone Park is a 409-acre wildlife refuge and family campground. The park has several lakes, trails, camp shelters with charcoal
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    Veterans Memorial Park

    This park features RV & primitive campsites, event space, a playground, sports fields & green space.
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    Shoals Access

    Yadkin River paddle access at Pilot Mountain State Park with steps and hand carry entrance. Camping sites area available for
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    Hanging Rock State Park

    Hanging Rock State Park has offered the best of a traditional outdoor experience with 73-site campground, picnic grounds, stocked lake
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    R. Wayne Bailey Caswell Gamelands

    Gameland in Caswell County managed by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
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    Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area

    Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area is a new nature park that provides public access to Alamance County’s largest state-significant natural
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    Pilot Mountain State Park

    Pilot Mountain State Park centers around the iconic geologic knob that serves as a beacon to the surrounding Piedmont, inviting
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    Crater Park Access

    Crater Park is located adjacent to the Yadkin River and convenient to downtown Elkin. Amenities at the park include a
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    Uwharrie National Forest

    The Uwharrie National Forest covers 52,000 acres in Montgomery, Randolph & Davidson Counties. The park offers many activities including the
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    Cedarock Park

    Cedarock Park is a 500-acre park located in southern Alamance County offering 6 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, 2