Camping is a perfect trip for families to take to enjoy some quality time in the great outdoors. If you're looking for the best campground in North Carolina for families – look no further! Our East Coast campground offers luxury accommodations, top-rated amenities and attractions, and a variety of different themes so you can switch up your stay and experience something new every time you book! Keep reading to see why our offerings make Jellystone Park™ Golden Valley the best North Carolina campground for families!

Cabin Rentals to Fit the Whole Family

North Carolina glamping is a breeze with our 23 cabin types! Not only do these cabins have all of the necessities of a home, but our luxury cabin rentals can sleep as many as 10 people–big enough to fit the whole family! If you like the convenience of a cabin but want a more rustic experience, we have a cabin option for you too. Here's a variety of the cabin types we offer.

Group Cabin Rentals

Here at Jellystone Park™ Golden Valley, we have 5 group cabin options: Luckadoo Lodge, Richland Mountain Retreat, Sassafras Ridge Lodge, and Rippling Waters Lodge, sleeping anywhere from 13 to 16 people depending on the cabin! All of these cabins offer their own unique perks such as private bedrooms, multiple bathrooms, fireplaces, foosball tables, washer/dryer, full kitchen, hot tub, and more!

Luxury Cabin Rentals

We offer six different luxury cabin types that offer similar amenities, but each have their own perks!

If you're not planning on cooking much, our Lake View Glamping Tent is a great pick! This cabin still has a kitchenette which includes a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and stovetop which still makes it great for storing snacks or making something easy! In addition to the kitchenette, this cabin features a private bedroom, full bathroom, AC/heat, a screened-in porch, and more! 

If you're the type of camper that enjoys a full kitchen big enough to whip up tasty meals throughout your stay, our Lookout Loft Cabin, Sycamore Loft Cabin, or Hickory Forest Cabin are all great options! These cabins have a beautiful full kitchen that includes an oven, and are the epitome of glamping in North Carolina! Plus, they also feature a private bedroom, full bathroom, a porch, AC/ Heat, are pet-friendly, and more! 

If you need a lot of privacy or separate space for your whole family while sharing a cabin, our Cherry Mountain Cabin or Laurel Cove Lodge are the way to go! Both of these cabins offer two private bedrooms, making it a more spacious spot. In addition to that, the cabins feature a full kitchen with an oven, a full bathroom, porch, AC/heat, a picnic table outside, and more. You can view all of our different cabin types here and choose which one is the best fit for your family!

Rustic Cabin Rental

Our our Laurel Cove Bungalow, Treetop Cabin, Lake View Treetop Cabin, Mountain View Treetop Cabin, and Treeline Glamping Tent are a great pick for the campers that want to feel that rustic-charm, while still sleeping indoors and benefiting from some of the conveniences of a home. Inside, campers can enjoy a small refrigerator, microwave, and AC/heat. Plus, these cabins feature your own private bathroom that is detached from the cabin.

On-Site Attractions

Not only do we have the best cabin rentals in North Carolina for your family, but we also offer endless attractions for all ages! The best part – the majority of our attractions are included in your stay! If you're looking for a North Carolina campground with a pool, we've got you covered. The smaller kiddos will enjoy our playgrounds, jumping pillow, and arts and crafts. The older children will have fun splashing around at the pool or lake and playing water basketball, or playing mini golf, basketball, or volleyball. Parents and grandparents can enjoy relaxing on our sandy beaches, by our pool, or playing pickleball, or giant chess! In addition to these, we offer more attractions included in your stay as well as paid activities, like laser tag, gem mining, and our Blue Ridge Mountain Coaster that are all fun for kids and adults alike! Click here for a full list.

Exciting Themes & Activities

In addition to sun-up to sun-down fun with our attractions, we offer themed weeks and activities! During non-peak season, we have our themes and activities during the weekends, but during peak season, our events and activities are held daily! With themes like The Great Outdoors, to Under the Sea, and even Christmas in July, there are a variety of options for your family to choose from while booking. If you want to see a full list of our themes, click here - otherwise you can view our planned activity schedule here! There's no wonder why we are known as one of the best campgrounds in North Carolina for families!

Camping Near Charlotte

Take a trip to North Carolina and visit the city of Charlotte! This unique town offers a variety of things to do for all ages. From camping and rock climbing, to museums and gardens, your visit to this city will be one to remember. Keep reading for the best activities, attractions, and places to go while in Charlotte, NC!

As you can see, you can take camping to the next level when you choose our North Carolina family campground for your next destination. Your entire family will be busy all day long, without having to leave the campground! Whether you want a jam-packed schedule full of fun, or if you just want to relax and enjoy some quality family time outdoors, you can make your getaway tailored to your family's needs! If you're interested in booking a stay with us, you can do so here. We hope to see you and your family this season!