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Lake James sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just a few miles north of the part of Interstate 40 that stretches from Asheville, NC to Marion, NC. Easily accessible from both Charlotte and Greensboro, Lake James is the perfect lakeside escape from the big cities of North Carolina.
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Getting Outdoors
Enjoying an average depth of 65 feet and a maximum depth of 115 feet, camping at Lake James has become a watersports paradise. What’s more, there is no speed restriction or horsepower limit on these vast waters, so visitors can enjoy the lake in any way they see fit. If you happen to be motorhome camping with your own boating equipment, head straight for either Hidden Cove or Canal Bridge, both of which offer a public boat launch ramp. Here, those without their own boat can pick up a canoe or kayak for half a day or a full day hire, as well as purchasing up any fishing tackle they might need. Speaking of angling, Lake James harbors a thriving population of sports fish - largemouth bass being the most popular here. Walleye, white bass, crappie, sunfish, perch, and catfish are all available here too.
Camping at Lake James
Unfortunately, none of the campgrounds located in Lake James State Park can accommodate those with an RV rental, so you’ll need to head a little further afield to find somewhere to park up for the night. Rose Creek Family Campground lies a twenty-minute drive northeast of Lake James and is offers a comfortable weekend stopover. Campers can choose from 35 secluded campsites, all of which are equipped with their own picnic table and firepit. While the majority of sites are serviced with full hookups, some have access to just water and electric. Restroom facilities are included in the nightly rates and consist of hot showers, flushing toilets, and sink facilities.
Exploring the Area
For those who are willing to make the journey, the city of Ashville is just under an hour’s drive away and is full of alternative sightseeing attractions. If you haven’t quite had enough of the outdoors, consider taking a visit to the Western North Carolina Nature Center. Encompassing 42-acres, this zoological park is on a mission to educate all visitors on native wildlife, including flora and fauna. Different from your usual zoo, this nature center acts as a refuge for injured or orphaned animals that would not survive on their own in the wild. Children and parents alike will love meeting resident species, including red pandas, bobcats, American black bears, and the great horned owl.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Lake James State Park Campground Trail, NCNebo, NC
- Mountain to Sea Trail to the Chimneys and Table Rock Mountain, NCLinville Gorge Wilderness, NC
- Woods Mountain, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
- Bald Mountain Trail, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
- Shortoff Mountain Trail, NCLinville Gorge Wilderness, NC
- Table Rock Trail, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
- Little Table Rock Trail, NCLinville Gorge Wilderness, NC
- Toms Creek Falls Trail, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
- Steels Creek, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
- Spence Ridge Trail, NCLinville Gorge Wilderness, NC
- CampgroundsLocation
- Buck Creek RV Park, NCMcDowell County, NC
- Linville Falls Campground, RV Park and Cabins, NCNorth Carolina
- Mortimer Campground, NCCaldwell County, NC
- Curtis Creek Campground, NCMcDowell County, NC
- Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area, NCYancey County, NC
- Black Mountain Campground, NCYancey County, NC
- Down by the River Campground, NCAvery County, NC
- Green Mountain Park Resort, NCCaldwell County, NC
- Boone Fork Campground, NCCaldwell County, NC
- Mountain River Family Campground, NCAvery County, NC
- RV dealerships in North Carolina
Recent RV rental reviews in Lake James
Aaron R.
September, 2025
First, camper was SUPER clean! Setup perfectly when we arrived at our campground. Everything in the camper worked well!
Second, you will not find better owners in renting RVs. I have rented several RVs throughout the years and Phil and Jenn are the best to work with. Great communication and responded quickly when we had questions. They even had a gift basket for us in the camper when we arrived for my kids! I would definitely rent again from them!
Second, you will not find better owners in renting RVs. I have rented several RVs throughout the years and Phil and Jenn are the best to work with. Great communication and responded quickly when we had questions. They even had a gift basket for us in the camper when we arrived for my kids! I would definitely rent again from them!
Nora H.
September, 2025
This van is magical. It had everything we needed for our long weekend off-grid yoga festival! The little details inside are incredible. Ceara’s commication was prompt and thorough. She answered all of my questions and was so kind to with me for a slightly earlier pick-up so we could get on the road.
This is no ordinary camper-van, it’s a little piece of magic on the road.
It was so great to disconnect and be in nature. I forgot to take pictures of the van so I shared a beautiful butterfly from my trip. 😊
This is no ordinary camper-van, it’s a little piece of magic on the road.
It was so great to disconnect and be in nature. I forgot to take pictures of the van so I shared a beautiful butterfly from my trip. 😊
Courtney M.
September, 2025
Absolutely LOVED renting the Enchanted Explorer from Ceara!
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