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Cross Country Campground

Overview

Cross Country Campground provides a peaceful retreat tucked away in the scenic woods of Denver, North Carolina. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, this park offers a blend of natural beauty and modern convenience. It serves as a family-oriented destination where travelers can escape the hustle of city life. The park is designed to accommodate both weekend explorers and long-term residents looking for a stable, quiet home base in the Lake Norman area.

Location & Surroundings

Situated on the western side of Lake Norman, the campground benefits from a rural, wooded setting that feels worlds away from the urban sprawl. However, its location is strategically close to Highway 16, providing easy access to the greater Charlotte region. Visitors enjoy the towering trees and the rolling landscape of Lincoln County, making it an ideal spot for those who appreciate shaded campsites and a slower pace of life.

Amenities & Park Features

The park is well-equipped to handle various RV sizes with full hookup sites offering both 30 and 50-amp service. To ensure a comfortable stay, the facility provides several key features:

  • A sparkling swimming pool for seasonal relaxation and community fun.
  • Dedicated recreational areas including a playground and basketball court.
  • Clean, climate-controlled shower and laundry facilities for guest convenience.

These amenities ensure that guests can maintain their daily routines while enjoying the great outdoors in a clean environment.

Nearby Attractions & Things to Do

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Lake Norman, where boating, fishing, and kayaking are popular pastimes. For those seeking speed and excitement, the Charlotte Motor Speedway and various NASCAR team shops are just a short drive away. Locally, the town of Denver offers charming eateries and convenient shopping centers. Nature lovers can also explore nearby hiking trails or visit the popular Birkdale Village for upscale shopping and dining.

Who This Park Is Best For

This campground is an excellent choice for family travelers who prioritize a safe and quiet environment for children to play. It is also highly suitable for long-term RVers seeking a well-maintained community near the water. If you prefer a rustic, traditional camping experience over a high-traffic resort, Cross Country Campground provides the balance of solitude and accessibility you need for a successful North Carolina journey.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Swimming Pool
• Pond
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Horseshoes
• Rec Hall
• Game Room
• Playground
• Shuffleboard

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Pet Restrictions
• Pet Restriction on Breed
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restroom and Showers
• Laundry
• Self-Service RV Wash

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Boating
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Marina
• Watersports

- Discounts

• Military Discount

- Facility

• Type (Campground)
• Partial Handicap Access

- Internet

• WiFi at Overnite Sites
• WiFi at Park
• WiFi at Park Supports Mobile Devices
• 2 Devices supported per Overnite Site
• 160 Sites with WiFi

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Total Spaces (400)
• Spaces Available (160)
• Width (25)
• Max Length (55)
• Gravel Sites (160)
• 30 Amp
• 50 Amp
• Seasonal Sites
• Full Hookups (160)
• Max Amps (50)
• Pull-thrus (40)
• Pull-thru Size (25 x 55)
• Back-ins (24 x 50)
• Site Length (55)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Phoebe Smith

July 20, 2025

We had an amazing time! The bathrooms and changing rooms for the pool were super clean as well as the pool. The customer service was incredibly wonderful. I can't wait to plan our next visit.

Cheri Clark

July 06, 2025

We stayed here for 18 days starting the middle of June thru the 4th of July weekend. This park is 40+ years old and HUGE. It has a good number of permanent residents. I mean like some have been here 20 years....WOW! Most of those folks take pride in their space and are super friendly. This is a positive because you kind of feel like your staying in a mini house neighborhood. We stayed in section C site 12. This section is at the farthest location, in the back of the park. Almost a mile from the front gate. These sites are VERY tight. By tight I mean just wide enough for opposite side slides and awnings. All sites in this section are on packed gravel. Our site was pretty level and offered some shade. This section also had the best cell reception. Our T-Mobil got 5G 3bars. TIP: Site 10 is big in this section and has the good shade. However, it's also has a slope. If you need to work remotely or want to stream TV, park internet is spotty at best so, plan on Hot Spotting or using another service. The laundry building at this section has plenty of top load washers and front load dryers that looked clean. However, the buildings interior had a fowl musty smell. The bath house was a hike (from where we were), needs a thorough cleaning and was poorly maintained. There is only one 55 gallon trash can (at the playground) for the entire back section of the park. They don't offer site trash service so plan on driving your trash/doggie bags to the front of the park. Important for DOG Owners: We have a dog that is terrified of Fireworks and loud bangs. Management did not communicate that there would be a fireworks show, nor did we know that all egress past the pond (fireworks display area) would be closed for the show. Fortunately, we found out thanks to our neighbor in site 13 and we were able to medicate our pup before the show. The biggest complaint I have for this park, is it needs to enforce the rules posted on the website, customer service communication needs improvement and the bath/laundry buildings need to be cleaned and better maintained. Overall, we'd stay here again. It has a down home vibe and the park grounds are nice.

Kimberly Potter

June 21, 2025

I am giving this campground 1 star. My husband and I have been on a month long road trip and this was our last stop before heading home. We chose the campground because of how close it was to our friends house in Denver. We have been to many campgrounds and this was by far the worst we have ever stayed at the fire pit was full of garbage and the bathrooms were filthy. Our site was literally in a back parking lot behind a building. The campground is 90% seasonal and the only good thing I can say about that was the seasonals were very nice.

Angela N Jared Dunn

May 26, 2025

We were visiting friends in Mt Holly for the weekend, so this location was great for us, about 20 minutes from the places we needed to be, our friends and the National Whitewater Center. The people in the office were super friendly. As are the people in the park. There's a lot of people that seem to live here full time and the park is huge, with a large lake for fishing. We have a smaller camper, so we were in spot 15, right near the pool. Hubby appreciated the flat pad for parking, and the full hook up, which was unexpected for us, we usually stay at state parks which only have partial hookups. I will say bathrooms could use a little improvement, though it seems like most people there don't use the bathhouse. The lights are on timers, which would shut off every time during showers, so be ready for that. We stayed over the Memorial Day weekend, and there were a bunch of activities going on, which is lots of fun for a campground. As a Veteran I very much appreciated the displays they had out correctly honoring the holiday. We'd definitely would come and stay again.

Lisa Schaeffer

April 30, 2025

We have camped there for about 40 years. The bath houses have gone way downhill. Only 1 shower works in the back bathhouse on the ladies side, they are not cleaned like they used to be. The pot holes keep getting bigger in the roads. The management is the worst it has been in the 40 years we were there. The traffic to get there is terrible too. This campground used to be fun and nice, but when the management buys side by sides instead of fixing up the campground then my rent money doesn’t need to go to make sure the manager has a party vehicle.

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