Can you reserve a site at Arrowhead Campground?

Yes, Arrowhead Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Arrowhead Campground?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Arrowhead Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Arrowhead Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Arrowhead Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Arrowhead Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Arrowhead Campground, North Carolina — 49 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

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.

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.

Facilities

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.

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.

Nearby Attractions

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.

The facts

Season: Year Round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
49 bookable sites
48 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: LOWER LOOP, TENT LOOP, UPPER LOOP

Site types

31 Standard Electric
12 Standard Nonelectric
4 Tent Only Nonelectric
2 Tent Only Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

49 campsites at Arrowhead Campground

Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
002	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	26 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	16	♿ 🐾
004	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	28 ft	8	♿ 🐾
005	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	26 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
007	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
008	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	♿
009	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	28 ft	8	♿ 🐾
010	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
011	LOWER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	28 ft	8	♿ 🐾
046	TENT LOOP	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	17 ft	8	♿ 🐾
047	TENT LOOP	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	17 ft	8	♿ 🐾
048	TENT LOOP	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	17 ft	8	♿ 🐾
049	TENT LOOP	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	17 ft	8	♿ 🐾
012	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
013	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	32 ft	8	♿ 🐾
014	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
015	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
016	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
017	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	36 ft	8	♿ 🐾
018	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
019	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	12 ft	8	♿ 🐾
020	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
021	UPPER LOOP	Tent Only Electric	Pull Through	Paved	28 ft	8	♿ 🐾
023	UPPER LOOP	Tent Only Electric	Pull Through	Paved	—	8	🐾
024	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	12 ft	8	♿ 🐾
025	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	24 ft	8	♿ 🐾
026	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	36 ft	8	♿ 🐾
027	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	38 ft	16	♿ 🐾
028	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	28 ft	8	♿ 🐾
029	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	16	♿ 🐾
030	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	26 ft	8	♿ 🐾
031	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	38 ft	8	♿ 🐾
032	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	24 ft	8	♿ 🐾
033	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	24 ft	8	♿ 🐾
034	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	24 ft	8	♿ 🐾
035	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
036	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	♿ 🐾
037	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
038	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	38 ft	8	♿ 🐾
039	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	26 ft	8	♿ 🐾
040	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
041	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
042	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
043	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
044	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	26 ft	8	♿ 🐾
045	UPPER LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
050	UPPER LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾

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. Turn left and travel about 2 miles, following the signs to the campground.

35.43917, -80.07056 · 35°26'21.0"N 80°4'14.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 89°F in Jul, down to 51°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	51	55	63	72	79	86	89	87	81	73	62	54
Low °F	31	33	40	48	57	66	69	68	62	50	40	34
Precip in	3.8	3.0	4.0	3.7	3.5	4.7	5.2	4.8	4.6	3.6	3.3	3.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Arrowhead Campground

Can you reserve a site at Arrowhead Campground?: Yes, Arrowhead Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Arrowhead Campground have?: 49 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Arrowhead Campground?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Arrowhead Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Arrowhead Campground.
Does Arrowhead Campground have hookups?: Electric.
Are campfires allowed at Arrowhead Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Arrowhead Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Arrowhead Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Arrowhead Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single sites without electrical hookup = $10 per night
Single sites with electrical hookup = $10 + $7 electric surcharge = $17

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Arrowhead Campground

Badin Lake Campground 0.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Badin Lake Group Camp 0.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
King's Mountain Point Picnic Pavilion (NC) 1.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Canebrake Horse Camp 1.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cove Boat Ramp 0.2 mi · Facility
Badin Lake Recreation Area 0.7 mi · Facility
Flintlock Valley Shooting Range 0.9 mi · Facility
Art Lilley Campground 2.2 mi · Campground
Uwharrie Hunt Camp 2.7 mi · Campground
West Morris Mtn. Campground 4.4 mi · Campground
Uwharrie National Forest 12.8 mi · Facility
North Carolina Transportation Museum 26.7 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 910-576-6391
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Arrowhead Campground