Fort Hamby Park

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1534 S. RECREATION ROAD
WILKESBORO, NC 28697

Overview

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.

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.

Facilities

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.

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.

Camp site features

Across 33 camp sites:

  • Electric hookups: 32 of 33 sites
  • Water hookups: 32 of 33 sites
  • Fire pit: all 33 sites
  • Picnic table: all 33 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 33 sites
  • ADA accessible: 1 of 33 sites
  • Group sites: 1 of 33 sites
  • Longest RV: 143 ft
  • Largest party: 100 people
  • Power up to 50 amps
  • Equipment: RV, RV/MOTORHOME, Tent, Trailer

Directions

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. From Charlotte, North Carolina, take I-77 North (approximately 60 miles) before merging onto Highway 421 North towards Wilkesboro/Boone, continue to S. Recreation Road (approximately 28 miles), turn left onto S. Recreation Road and go approximately 1.5 miles. Campground entrance is located at the end of the road. Travel times from: Winston Salem: 1 hour Charlotte: 1.5 hours

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

308 reviews
5 stars
219
4 stars
55
3 stars
22
2 stars
8
1 stars
4
Sam K
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Campsites were fantastic and the views amazing. The singular bathhouse was not maintained over a holiday weekend. The vault bathroom was not advertised as such when booking. Paddle Boarding was amazing and also the fishing from our campsite
Mark W
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Reviewed 2 months ago
We ALWAYS enjoy our stays at Ft Hamby. That's why we keep going back! We only live 30 miles away but you don't have to go a long way to have a good time. Ft Hamby is our go-to campground.
Freddie K
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Nice, fairly small campground. Near several moderate sized towns. Everything was clean but the showers have NO seats and NO hooks for keeping clothes dry of any kind. I have NEVER seen a shower that had neither. VERY inconvenient.
Jimmy H
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Reviewed 3 months ago
Very disappointed with the bath house. Paper towels were out and were not refilled after it ran out.
Kenneth L
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Reviewed 3 months ago
The swimming area is not close to the campground.
Leslie S
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Reviewed 3 months ago
Fort Hamby is a very nice campground.
Availability

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Popularity: Very quiet

Busiest in November, when about 7% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 1 years of reservations.

Season dates

Peak season

May 31, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027

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Peak season

May 29, 2028 – Sep 4, 2028

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