Arrowhead Campground
Arrowhead Campground lies in the Badin Lake Recreation Area, a hub for outdoor activities in central North Carolina's Uwharrie National Forest. The variety of sites in the campground offer a comfortable stay for both RV and tent campers. The facility is open year-round and provides easy access to hiking, off-road vehicle riding, horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing and boating.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 31 |
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
| Tent-only | 4 |
| tent only electric | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
49 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 002 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 003 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | No | 16 / 4 | Yes | Yes |
| 004 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 28 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 006 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 007 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 008 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 009 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 28 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 010 | LOWER LOOP | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 003, 004 and 44 more are listed accessible |
Campsites are organized into one large loop with plenty of space for RVs or tents at each site. A few tent-only sites are situated on a smaller loop to the side of the main campground. Electrical hookups (50-amp, 30-amp or 110-volt outlets) are available at sites 12-45. Most sites are accessible. Sites are equipped with picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills. The facility also provides hot showers and flush toilets. A dump station is located across from the pay station. A campground host is available for visitor assistance.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Year Round |
| Forest | National Forests in North Carolina |
| Booking | Reservations can be made by going to www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. They need to be made at least 3 days in advance or can be made up to 240 days in advance. |
| Fees | Single sites are $20 per night and double sites (#3, 27 & 29) are $40 per night. Sites with electrical hookups have an additional $7 or $14 surcharge per site. Sites #20 & 31 are always first come, first serve and cannot be reserved. There is a campground host available on either sites #6 or 22. |
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Getting there
From Troy, North Carolina, take State Highway 109 north for approximately 10 miles. Turn left onto Mullinix Road (County Highway 1154), and travel approximately 1.5 miles to a stop sign and "T" intersection. Turn right, and go approximately 2 miles to another stop sign and "T" intersection.
| Nearest town | East Troy, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35.4392° N, 80.0706° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | West Trades Unlimited ↗ | 14.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 36.9 mi |
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Worth a stop
A theme park with a petting zoo, nature center and mini golf course lies just under an hour away and makes a fun day trip for families.
- 0.2 miCove Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 0.9 miFlintlock Valley Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miLake Trail1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miJosh Trail1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miBig Rock Loop1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miLeslie Trail1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miTony Trail1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miIndian Trail1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Birkhead Mountains Wilderness begins about 12.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 12.6 miBirkhead Mountains Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,065 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
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- Albemarle Graded School-Central Elementary SchoolBuilding · Albemarle · 9.2 mi
Natural features
The campground lies in a dense forest of pine, oak and hickory near the shore of 5,000-acre Badin Lake. Winter temperatures range from the low 30s to upper 50s, while summer brings temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s and high humidity. The weather is pleasant in spring and fall, with high temperatures in the 60s and 70s.
Recreation
Badin Lake Recreation Area offers many ways for campers to enjoy the lake. Popular activities include picnicking on the shore or swimming, boating or fishing on the water. About 40 miles of non-motorized trails are available for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking, as well as 17 miles of motorized trails for off-road vehicle riding. The surrounding land offers both big and small game hunting.
Guidebooks for North Carolina
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- Great Day Hikes on North Carolina's Mountains-To-Sea TrailFriends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and Jim Grode, 2020Find at Bookshop.org
Titles come from Open Library's catalog, matched by subject heading or by title.
Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Arrowhead Campground?
Sites at Arrowhead Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made by going to www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Arrowhead Campground?
Single sites are $20 per night and double sites (#3, 27 & 29) are $40 per night. Sites with electrical hookups have an additional $7 or $14 surcharge per site. Sites #20 & 31 are always first come, first serve and cannot be reserved.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Arrowhead Campground?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Arrowhead Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Year Round.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Arrowhead Campground have?
49 sites, including 31 standard sites with power, 12 standard sites without power, 4 tent-only sites, and 2 tent only electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Arrowhead Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Arrowhead Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Arrowhead Campground?
The facility also provides hot showers and flush toilets.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Arrowhead Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Arrowhead Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Arrowhead Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Arrowhead Campground?
Sites 001, 002, 003, and 004 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 48 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Arrowhead Campground?
Badin Lake Recreation Area offers many ways for campers to enjoy the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation