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Fort Hamby Park Campground in North Carolina
Moderate to Book

Fort Hamby Park Campground

W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir, North Carolina

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As of October 2026, Fort Hamby Park Campground is a campground in North Carolina with 36 campsites. Fort Hamby Park Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Fort Hamby Park Campground is located at 36.1299° N, 81.2721° W.
people allowed on 32 of 36 sites
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people allowed on the largest site
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Fort Hamby Park Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Fort Hamby Park Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Fort Hamby Park Campground

  • Standard 32
  • Group 3
  • Tent 1
  • Accessible 1
  • Hookups 35

What an RV fits

  • 25–29 ft1 site
  • 30–34 ft2 sites
  • 45–49 ft1 site
  • 50–54 ft7 sites
  • 55–59 ft5 sites
  • 65–69 ft1 site
  • 70–74 ft3 sites
  • 75–79 ft1 site
  • 80–84 ft3 sites
  • 90–94 ft3 sites
  • 125–129 ft1 site
  • 140–144 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Fort Hamby Park Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
01FORT HAMBYStandard630 ftElectric, Water-
02FORT HAMBYStandard652 ftElectric, Water-
03FORT HAMBYStandard652 ftElectric, Water-
04FORT HAMBYStandard683 ftElectric, Water-
05FORT HAMBYStandard655 ftElectric, Water-
06FORT HAMBYStandard678 ftElectric, Water-
07FORT HAMBYStandard649 ftElectric, Water-
08FORT HAMBYStandard652 ftElectric, Water-
09FORT HAMBYStandard690 ftElectric, Water-
10FORT HAMBYStandard690 ftElectric, Water-
11FORT HAMBYStandard653 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
12FORT HAMBYStandard631 ftElectric, Water-
13FORT HAMBYStandard690 ftElectric, Water-
14FORT HAMBYStandard656 ftElectric, Water-
15FORT HAMBYStandard680 ftElectric, Water-
16FORT HAMBYStandard6-Electric, Water-
17FORT HAMBYStandard6-Electric, Water-
18FORT HAMBYStandard6-Electric, Water-
19FORT HAMBYStandard674 ftElectric, Water-
20FORT HAMBYStandard654 ftElectric, Water-
21FORT HAMBYStandard670 ftElectric, Water-
22FORT HAMBYStandard652 ftElectric, Water-
23FORT HAMBYStandard652 ftElectric, Water-
24FORT HAMBYStandard6129 ftElectric, Water-
25FORT HAMBYStandard670 ftElectric, Water-
26FORT HAMBYStandard665 ftElectric, Water-
27FORT HAMBYStandard655 ftElectric, Water-
28FORT HAMBYStandard658 ftElectric, Water-
29FORT HAMBYStandard681 ftElectric, Water-
30FORT HAMBYStandard6143 ftElectric, Water-
31FORT HAMBYStandard658 ftElectric, Water-
32FORT HAMBYStandard628 ftElectric, Water-
Ann Picnic ShelterFORT HAMBY PARKGroup55-Electric, Water-
Laura ShelterFORT HAMBY PARKGroup115-Electric-
Tom Picnic ShelterFORT HAMBY PARKGroup40-Electric-
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About Fort Hamby Park Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Fort Hamby Park Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Fort Hamby Park Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

For Campground side only:

Check out time is 12pm. Check in time 3pm or after. If no attendant is in the gatehouse, Guests will self-check in using the gate code emailed to them at the point the reservation is made.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LAST SELECTED DATE ON CALENDAR IS YOUR DEPARTURE DATE!

ATTENTION: Gatehouse will not make changes to your reservation.

All reservations, changes, and cancellations must be made by the guest using Recreation.gov, by calling 877-444-6777, or using the Recreation.gov moblie app.

The gate code will be delivered to the email address associated with the reservation.

Highly recommend downloading the recreation.gov moblie app from the recreation.gov website prior to arriving at the campground.

Frequently asked Rules and Regulations:

Maximun stay is 14 days within any 30 day period. Changing names on a reservation, changing campsites, or making multiple reservations in order to stay over 14 days is prohibitied.

Golden Age/Access and America the Beautiful Interagency Senior and Access Passes are accepted at this campground. Cardholders receive a 50% discount on camping fees. Cardholder must be present at of check in, show pass and ID, and camp during the entire stay.

Alcoholic beverages and off-road (golf carts, 4-wheelers, etc.) are prohibited.

Camping is permitted in designated campsites only, and only permitted to those who have a reservation. Most campsites have a gravel bases: bring padding for tents. All equipment much be placed within site perimeter.

Quiet hours are from 10pm. to 6am. Generators and music must be cut off at 10pm.

Campers/Customers should not have packages delivered to the Park.

For a full list of rules and regulations, please visit Title 36 .

For Day Use Side of Park to include Shelters Reservations:

The shelter reservation fee does include the $7 day use fee if the car is parked at the shelter parking area.

All vehicles not associated with a shelter reservation will pay the day use at the kiosk. This fee is to be paid at the kiosk at the entrance to day use area (near gatehouse). The receipt from the kiosk is to be placed on the dash of the car as proof of payment.

The playground and volleyball court are not included in your reservation. Those areas area available to all day users.

Park only in designated areas. Parking at the shelter is not guaranteed. Carpooling is highly recommended.

Fort Hamby Park Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Fort Hamby Park Campground?

Fort Hamby Park Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 36 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Fort Hamby Park Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Fort Hamby Park Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Fort Hamby Park Campground have?

Fort Hamby Park Campground has 36 campsites.

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