Best camping near Ellenboro
12 campgrounds · 12 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Ellenboro, North Carolina — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 12 of 12 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Shelby Mission Camp
Good
14.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 75°F
Shelby Mission Camp is a popular camping area located in the state of North Carolina. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. The…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#2
John H. Moss Lake City Campground
Good
18.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 75°F
New users please read 6mi E of Shelby TYPE:CP SITES: CAMPGROUND PH: 704.482.7926 EL(ft):764 AMENITIES:(see box below map) LAT,LON:35.278,-81.462 UNK RES LINKS: weather - climate…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#3
Vein Mountain Gold Camp & Carolina Emerald Mine
Fair
15.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Vein Mountain Gold Camp & Carolina Emerald Mine is a popular camping area located in the state of North Carolina. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 61: live conditions (fair) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#4
Lucky Strike Campground
Fair
16.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Lucky Strike Campground, located in North Carolina, offers breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from its campsites. It is situated near several points of interest…
Why 59: live conditions (fair) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid
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#5
Little River Campground
Fair
16.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
The Little River Campground in North Carolina offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the Little River. The area is also known for its numerous hiking trails and…
Why 57: live conditions (fair) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
57Solid
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#6
Sawtooth Campground
Fair
17.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Sawtooth Campground, located in the state of North Carolina, is a picturesque camping area that offers several amenities for visitors. The campground provides a serene and…
Why 57: live conditions (fair) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
57Solid
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#7
South Mountains State Park
Fair
16.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
South Mountains State Park is a stunning camping area located in the state of North Carolina. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience…
Why 56: live conditions (fair) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
56Solid
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#8
Upper Falls Campground
Fair
15.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
The Upper Falls campground is located in the North Carolina mountains, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. Nearby points of interest include the…
Why 55: live conditions (fair) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid
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#9
Shinny Falls Campground
Fair
16.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Shinny Falls Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of North Carolina. Situated in a scenic setting, it offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 55: live conditions (fair) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid
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#10
Family Campground, South Mountains State Park
Fair
16.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Why 54: live conditions (fair) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
54Solid
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#11
Murray Branch Campground
Fair
14.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Murray Branch Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of North Carolina. Situated within a serene natural setting, the campground offers a range of amenities…
Why 52: live conditions (fair) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
52Solid
Camping near Ellenboro
The Ellenboro area has 12 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Ellenboro
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.