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The small town of Sanford, North Carolina is found in the heart of the state between the large cities of Raleigh and Charlotte. Sanford is named for C.O. Sanford, a railroad engineer who was responsible for bringing the first railways to the town. Sanford, as well as its surroundings, is a historical hotbed for action, often times the sight of skirmishes and battles from the Revolutionary War and the Civil War. It is clear to all that visit that the quaint buildings hail from a time long ago, some of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Explore the Outdoors

North Carolina is one of the most beautiful states in the union, with its ancient Appalachian Mountains to the west, and iconic sandy barrier islands in the Outer Banks. Sanford has a few fun parks like San-Lee Park, a great place to mountain bike and hike. You can also rent paddle boards, swim, fish, or even camp. OT Sloan Park has a large grassy field and several sports fields, tennis courts, and a large public pool for all to use.

RV Parks

When looking for places to park your RV rental near Sanford, you should easily find what you are looking for. The state is very accommodating to camping and recreational vehicles so there are places to camp in nearly every direction. Places like Raven Rock State Park are great places to check out if you want primitive, bare-bones camping without the frivolous amenities found at other campgrounds. Sacrifice a little convenience for a beautiful setting.

City Sightseeing

For its size, Sanford has an impressive array of fun little attractions that should be noted when you rent an RV in town. The Lee County Courthouse is a gorgeous work of art built in 1908 featuring the Classical Revival style. Additionally, there are several other historically noteworthy sites to check out like the Farish-Lambeth House, Sanford High School building, and Seaboard Milling Company building. The Temple Theater is yet another historic landmark that contains traces of art-deco and colonial revival styles of architecture. The theater still operates to this day, often times hosting theatrical productions and musical performances. The Historic Railroad House is a gothic revival building that is crucial to the town’s history due to the importance of the railway that led to its creation. The building operates as a museum showcasing photography, informational plaques, and artifacts dating back to the ancient indigenous tribes that lived in Sanford thousands of years ago.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

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  • Northington Ferry Trail to Lanier Falls, NCRaven Rock State Park, NC
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Recent RV rental reviews in Sanford

Zack O.

January, 2026

Ben was flexible with our booking and return. Additionally, Ben was helpful in answering our questions both before and promptly during the trip.
This camper and host is a perfect combo. Great value and great customer service.
Kristin F.

January, 2026

Tyler was a great host! He worked with us on a last minute trip and we couldn't be more grateful. The camper was set up for us and perfect for our family of 5. We definitely plan to rent from him again. Thank you again for everything!
Justin W.

January, 2026

Jackie is amazing, and she really helped out my entire family in a pinch. We rented an RV from a different owner which didn't end up working out. We were 1 day away from our trip with no RV. I messaged Jackie and she was super responsive and accommodating to get us back on track. The RV itself was very clean and meticulously maintained. Any questions or issues we had during our trip, she was available to help answer. Highly recommend.

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