Solid state-run basic campground at the fairgrounds. Note that they have just switched to a reservation system and you must use their website to reserve a site no longer is it first-come-first-served. Luckily, the site we picked was available for our 4-night stay... The campground is tucked away in the fairgrounds and for $35 per night you get full 50amp hookup service with water/sewer as well. It worked perfectly for our stay in the Raleigh area. There are no amenities and there is nothing walking distance other than fairgrounds and the arena/stadium areas long walk. Maybe they could make a walking trail? It was disappointing there was a nice lake adjacent to the campground that was fenced off. I imagine during a hockey or NC State football event it is highly sought-after. Luckily there wasn't an event the time we stayed but it was about 65% full by Friday. Wifi was available but barely usable; speed test revealed very low speed. They were re-grading and possibly preparing the roads for paving when we were there. Paving would be a major upgrade as the roads were quite dusty. Hope so as we will be back when visiting family again in Raleigh!
We have used this campground for 2 events in the Raleigh area. Full hookup, level ground on most sites, trees throughout with grassy area for dogs. First come, first serve, but we did not have a problem finding a spot. Central location. Would absolutely use again and recommend.Location: 5/5
This is a pretty nice campground, even more so as a fairground. See the pictures and video that I added. Far more room than I have seen in other places. Plenty of room for larger rigs. We are 47'. They have 50 and 30amp, water and sewer. No problems getting in - no tight turns or low trees. When we pulled in, we were met by a very lovely security guard who was helpful and friendly. Pro tips: 1. Make sure that you are on Youth Center Drive. Otherwise Maps will try to get you to turn off of Trinity. That will likely take you through the fairground itself - a bad choice. 2. Do not stop at the guard booth. There is nobody there. You should see a phone number on the booth. Find a spot and call the number, security will come to you to take your money.
Just the right place to camp in our motorhome while visiting family in Cary, NC. All back in spaces with full hookups plus a dump station available for $10 if that is all you need. Good security coverage too. Not a resort, no pool etc. But pleasant camp place in the center of campus, fairground, horse arena etc. Nearby activities: Just check out Google Map for restaurants etc plus they have occasion meet-ups for horse shows, state fair, jewelry expositions, etc. Safety: Campus security drives through frequently plus they are the people to take your money and give the parking sticker. Nice people.
Awesome place to set up camp for a few days and tour the city. Beautiful, clean grounds. Full hook-ups for a nominal fee. It's quiet and centrally located to downtown, NC State, and PNC Arena where the Canes play. And you also are right there where all the fairground events are held. Great value for the money! Nearby activities: Close to downtown, NC State, and PNC Arena Walkability: Able to walk to the fairground events, including the weekend flea markets
What a great find. Full hookups for $35 near everything in Raleigh. There are so few places to park an RV here and this is near perfect. No reservations yet so call to see if there is room. You pick a space and they come collect their money. Will accept charges as well as cash. No frills or amenities but quiet and peaceful.Location: 5/5
Pros: -first come, first serve -lots of spots -easy check in process -great location and easy to get to downtown Cons: -potholes leading into the space are not fun -the spots are all roughly the same size. It would have been nice to have some longer ones for bigger rigs. -no picnic tables or seating at the sites -no fire rings -same price as most of the state parks we've stayed in without nearly as many amenities
Basic campground with full hookups. Security on site. Trash pickup First Come, first served. No reservations. $35 per night. 2 week limit. Many open sites. We stayed 5 days and found a lot to do in the immediate area. We have bicycles and they were welcomed in the closed fairgrounds so we had fun exploring the grounds. We went to 3 public gardens that were nearby, and today we are sunning and swimming at the local public pool. The cg is quiet. Everyone keeps to themselves and many stay just a night out two. You see all kinds of campers here; new and school bus conversions, and really old junk campers. NO BATH HOUSE, no dog park but plenty of places to walk with your dog. Only minor issues were the sites need mowing and the road in and out is very bumpy. There is a dump station for $10. 39' toy hauler, extended cab pick up. Plenty of room. Very flat sites. No hills. Easy in and out Nearby activities: 3 free public gardens 1 public pool $6 pp senior rate Plenty of restaurants nearby with all nationalities of food You might catch a horse show at the fairground next door to the campground. There's a gun show this weekend and a Flea Market. Safety: Well lighted, quiet, 24 hr security. Felt very comfortable here Walkability: You can drive across the street and walk through the fairground.
Pricing has gone up to $35 per night. I can understand the price increase, but the roads with these huge potholes need to be corrected. I’ve got no problem paying a higher price. But at least keep the campground passable. We know they have the equipment to do so. We’ve been coming here since campground open. It is a shame to see it in this condition. We loved this campground because it was so convenient. I know you have water, sewer, and power, but there is nothing else, there’s no restrooms, there’s no showers. There’s no anything other than your site. Would love to see this issue corrected by the next time we come.
This is an excellent location, nice size sites, full-hookups and easy to maneuver for big rigs. First come first serve during the winter, spring months, plenty of spaces and very well run. For $35/night it's an excellent place to stay!Rooms: 5/5
