Fort Hamby Park
Fort Hamby Park is located on the north side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. Constructed in the beautiful Yadkin River Valley, the lake offers extensive opportunities for outdoor recreational activities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 32 |
| group shelter electric | 3 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 90 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
36 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 02 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 03 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 04 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 83 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 05 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 06 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Pull-through | 78 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 07 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 49 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 08 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 09 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 90 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 10 | FORT HAMBY | Electric | Back-in | 90 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | 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 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 143 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Site 11 is listed accessible |
The campground offers a thick canopy of forest on one side and the scenic lake shore on the other. There are 32 campsites available, all with electric hookups, and one large group site that can accommodate up to 100 guests. Modern amenities like flush toilets, drinking water and showers create a comfortable camping experience, while a playground, sandy beach, basketball court and horseshoe pit provide additional recreation opportunities.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Winston-Salem, North Carolina, take Highway 421 North (approximately 61 miles) and turn left onto S. Recreation Road. Continue for approximately 1.5 miles. Campground entrance is located at the end of the road.
| Nearest town | Wilkesboro, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 36.1299° N, 81.2721° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Robert Handy Camping Center ↗ | 2.3 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Wahoos Adventures ↗ | 21.9 mi |
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Video
Fort Hamby Park Ruff Road Campground Review, a COE Park Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Worth a stop
- 0.2 mi
- 0.6 mi
- 2.3 miWilkes Skyline Marina ↗Boat launch
- 2.5 miW. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
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Natural features
The gentle Yadkin River flows through its scenic namesake valley in the foothills of the eastern Blue Ridge Mountains. Forests of mixed hardwoods, including sycamore, poplar, oak and hickory, cover the region. Wildlife is abundant in the valley. White-tailed deer, black bear, eastern cottontails and more can be found among the hills. Birds in the area include wild turkey, woodpeckers, Carolina chickadees, red-eyed vireo, ovenbirds, mallards and wood ducks.
Recreation
The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. Anglers will find channel catfish, large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, threadfin shad, spotted bass, striped bass, and hybrid striped bass. Miles of multi-trails, that allow hiking and mountain biking, surround the lake, including the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail. An additional 25 miles of trails can be found at the Warrior Creek and Dark Mountain areas.
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 Fort Hamby Park?
Sites at Fort Hamby Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fort Hamby Park?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Fort Hamby Park have?
36 sites, including 32 standard sites with power, 3 group shelter electric, and 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Fort Hamby Park?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Fort Hamby Park have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Fort Hamby Park?
Modern amenities like flush toilets, drinking water and showers create a comfortable camping experience, while a playground, sandy beach, basketball court and horseshoe pit provide additional recreation opportunities.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Fort Hamby Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Fort Hamby Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Fort Hamby Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Fort Hamby Park?
Site 11 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. 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 Fort Hamby Park?
The 1,475-acre reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Fort Hamby Park?
Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
Source: Getting there
What if Fort Hamby Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bandits Roost (1.3 mi), Warrior Creek (2.1 mi), and Basin Cove Backcountry Camping (19 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby