This is a beautiful RV park. They're still working on it & adding things a bit at a time. So, no…read morelaundry or bathhouse at the moment, but as I understand it, those are upcoming. There is a laundromat about 8 miles away. There's plenty of shopping choices within a few miles. Food Lion & Dollar General are a short drive away (8-9 miles). Burlington is 12-ish miles away & has most any store or restaurant one might need. The landscaping is lovely, with a variety of flowers all around the park. Attentive owners, reasonably priced, clean, & quiet. We were here for a couple of months while my husband was working in the area. If he ever gets called back, this is the RV park we'll call 1st. Plenty of shopping options within a short drive.

What a perfect place for us! We are visiting from Maryland... my daughters live in Hillsborough…read moreand Mebane.. so they were able to bring their families. Simple Times is absolutely charming. The tiny details such as beautiful landscape and huge fire pit made for a memorable weekend! Our full hook up site had wi-fi and a trash can! We have decided this is our go-to for family gatherings. The owners were no less than amazing to work with and most accommodating on every level! May God bless this family as they continue to provide an outdoor adventure destination! We are already planning our next visit!

It's a gem! Super clean, great communication! It is convenient to the area but off the path enough…read morethat is quiet.

Always welcoming, lovely landscaping and best showers. Pets and people are friendly and fun to…read moremeet. Close to everything and far enough away as well. Jones Station is on our yearly visit list.

I live in the park. Kevin and team are wonderful! They are always attentive to the needs of the…read moreresidents and park. I'm a 'newbie' and Kevin assisted me with finding a spot and getting set up. At the time, there were no other RV parks that had openings in the RDU area. They didn't even call me back, just emails. Springhill is a wonderful wooded spot to live in or stay in temporarily.

Our stay started by us calling Kevin when we were an hour away.....he met us on the main road to…read moreassist us to getting to the office.....he is the consummate Host. We received a comprehensiveness orientation to the Park.....he then lead us to our huge spacious treed site with a large concrete patio. He assisted us in backing into the proper position....he made sure we knew where the services on our site. Very quiet park....twice weekly onsite trash pick up....felt very secure......comes with cable and lots of over the air T V. Electricity is extra....propane refill in the park at a reasonable price. We stayed for a month....very resonable. We were here for a surgery at Duke Medical Center which is about a half hour drive. Several historical points of interest close by....theater....botanical gardens....lots of college sports and attractions. No on site Laundry....however several laundromats in the near by town....several grocery stores and restaurants of a nice variety and shopping within a 20min. Drive..... And the Staff handout goodies to the Dogs.....the Dogs love the Friendly Staff too.

Hidden Gem: Cane Creek Campground is a solid bet. I'd give it a strong 8/10--it's perfect for the…read morecamper who values peace, quiet, and a bit of "social distancing" from the world. 27-30 minutes from Burlington North Carolina. You'll find restaurants,bars,etc. dollar general is 10 minutes away from the campground. The Atmosphere The standout feature here is the seclusion. This isn't one of those roadside parks where you hear highway traffic all night. It is truly tucked away from the nearest town, making it a fantastic spot for stargazing and feeling like you've actually escaped the grind. The Management The owners are definitely the "hands-off" type. They mostly kept to themselves, which works well if you're an experienced camper who prefers autonomy. Don't expect a guided tour it's pretty self explanatory or a nightly social hour hosted by the staff--they stay in the background and let the scenery do the talking. While it might feel a bit hands-off for some, I found it refreshing to just be left to my own devices. Our experience was nice we worked in Greensboro and that was about 30 minutes away. Super peaceful and very quiet. Everyone keeps to themselves. Beautiful place. We also were allowed to receive packages just no personal mail we didn't mind at all. The down side for us is when we had that winter storm and the campground pipes were frozen but we didn't know that till 2 days later. They didn't contact anyone or give anyone heads up about the storm. We dont watch the news much but a text would've helped a lot. We worked 10 plus hours 5-6 days a week so we didn't know how bad it was going to get. Anyways The whole time we thought it was ours but our 5th wheel is all seasons. They fixed the problem fast. Also they do come around and pick up trash. . No on site laundry. Full hook ups. Also water pressure is low so it's not your camper. We paid $975 cash but if you don't pay cash they charged the card $1000. If I worked in the area again I most likely would come back because I wasn't bothered by anything expect the communication during the winter storm BUT Definitely a beautiful place!

I recommend never staying there. I was traveling to the area for work when my plans changed, I…read morecontacted the campground with over a weeks notice and they would not give me my deposit back. They never advised me that my deposit was non refundable nor is it explained on their website. Totally the worst customer service ever. We prefer you make your reservation by telephone. You may also mail or e-mail your reservation request. Remember that a reservation is a promise. If you cannot keep your reservation, please call us in advance to let us know that you will not come. A $20.00 cancellation fee will be added to your credit card if you DO NOT call or e-mail us to confirm of cancellation of your reservation with a 24 hr. period! This is the only policy they have towards cancellation.

At the risk of making it harder on me to get a spot, I absolutely love Saxapahaw Campground. They…read morehave huge spots, each with a grill and a fire pit, and there are some tree houses in the area. The campground has two public showers and two bathrooms, and a beautiful view of the river adjoining the scenic trail. Within walking distance is the local brewery Haw River and a great restaurant with some shops, but the campground has seasonal beer as well at the pavilion.

From the owner: Saxapahaw Campground was conceived to provide a unique camping experience for visitors to the…read morevillage of Saxapahaw and surrounding area with its many attractions and activities. The campground encompasses 10 acres of beautiful wooded land and is located right on the Haw River just below the Saxapahaw dam. It is an easy 10 minute walk from the campground to the village of Saxapahaw.

Very close sights and very loud. Great for families. There were a lot of kids on our visit. Seemed…read morelike cars were driving around all night, car doors slamming, and the distant sound of babies crying. We probably wouldn't visit this site again due to the fact we are empty nesters and prefer seclusion.

This recreation area and campsite is a hidden gem in east Durham. There are numerous piers for…read morefishing and swimming access, campsites for individuals and groups, and boat rentals. Drive all the way to the end of the road to reach the playground and beach area with shallow water that is perfect for kids. Bathrooms are clean and include lots of changing stalls. We saw many hiking trails and will be back to explore those. Nature was pristine -- so well maintained, no trash, absolutely gorgeous. We felt like we were in a magical place on a vacation, not right within Durham. We will be back regularly!

When you set out to kayak the historic Haw River it's hard to suppress speculative thoughts about…read moreyour adventure and wonder how it will all turn out. This was on our minds as my wife and I drove past an "entering Alamance County" road sign on our way to the Haw River Canoe & Kayak Company at Saxapahaw, North Carolina. A leisurely drive along Swepsonville-Saxapahaw Road parallels the Haw and suggests a hint of our forthcoming adventure. A tough bridge built for hard times stands over massive, craggy, dark gray rocks, chiseled into the river bottom by the waters bonding the town of Saxapahaw to the earth and the history of this area. On arrival, we could see paddlers struggling to sandwich their watercraft among the rocks around the Saxapahaw bridge. But we never foresaw when we left here, our memories would bear an indelible imprint of this place as "Aramanche" -- a place where Native Americans saw water flow through blue clay. One reason to rent a Kayak here is to unplug yourself from the present and reconnect with the past. In fact, the owner and his staff will tell you his fondest wish is for customers is to "unplug and reconnect." When you cast your eyes out over the Haw as you paddle a kayak, you'll see tranquil and rapid running waters, deep cuts into riverbanks and tree lines, and evidence of the dominating torrential waters that have run for millennia along this 110-mile river down to the Cape Fear basin near the Atlantic coast. The geological history of this place is violent. But there's more. There's tons of history and culture to absorb. Generations of native Americans and later, European colonists, are bound up in the history of this river. Native Americans ran The Great Trading Path that ran from Chester County, PA, along the Shenandoah Mountains roughly to where I-81 and route 220 meet near Danville, Virginia, today. From there, settlers found their way into North Carolina along the Haw. Why Go? If you're interested in American history, you'll visit to have fun and to bask vicariously in the river that was once part of the Underground Railroad. Along this river, Quakers would shepherd slaves from house-to-house, across the Ohio River, and into the free territories in the west. If you're a history buffwith an archaeological bent, you'll visit the Haw to find that blue-gray clay the Siouan Indians used as body paint. It was found in Saxapahaw, and the Indians called this clay "Aramanche", meaning, a place where "water flows through blue clay" in Eastern Siouan. If you're interested in seismology, you'll be curious about the natural fault line running from this area down to Charleston, S.C., that triggered the Great Charleston Earthquake of 1886. You can see this line on the surface under a little bridge in the nearby village of Glencoe, N.C., along Highway 62. If you enjoy riding the rapids as a Kayaker, you'll need to sign up for a class-III white-water adventure. The fault line that runs from Glencoe down toward the Cape Fear river basin features sharp drop-offs triggering the rapid waters adrenaline junkies crave. A guided tour along the Haw lasts about 3-hours. Go, unplug, reconnect with American history and, enjoy!

This place is great! Recently came here with some friends for the day and had a blast…read more So it's a little confusing on their website, but you can indeed just rent kayaks, paddle boards or canoes. It made it seem like the only way to go on the river was through signing up for a class, but that's not the case. For $30 you can rent a boat for half the day and they'll drive you upstream a bit to the dock. From there you can go upstream on your own and enjoy some paddling + swimming. We had a great time! There ARE a bunch of fun day trips (and a moonlight night trip!), plus some other routes so I'm definitely going to sign up for one of those. But if you just want to rent for a few hours, that's cool too! Pro tip: Come before 11 a.m. It's a little cooler, and they won't be as crowded.

There were ample camping/picnicking sites near the water. There was plenty of shade and the sites…read morewere clean.

Who knew that this huge lake existed?! My native North Carolinian buddy Tim did, apparently! After…read morea bit over an hour long car ride heading east of Winston-Salem, we found ourselves unloading our fishing boat at the dock of B. Everett Jordan Lake. Everyone there was so friendly, quick to wave as you passed them by while zipping over the waters. The beauty of this place - from the flora to the fauna - is breathtaking; perfect location for camping, fishing, swimming and/or water sports fanatics such as myself. Even the wildlife (falcons, cranes, etc.) will stun you.... in the best way! Whatever (ahem) floats your boat, if you're looking for a quiet, serene location to escape the insanity, Jordan lake is definitely it! My friends (seen pictured upon the boat, in the background) didn't believe me when I said I would dive into the deepest end of the lake and swim my way back to shore... so these selfies snapped are proof of my claims! Hopefully, next time we return they'll be brave enough to join me in making a splash!!

My very first visit to Hagan-Stone park. I joined a friend and her camping group who've been…read morecamping here annually for the last 5 years. I was always in awe of the experience and wanting to try it. This was my first time camping. The camp grounds were clean. Our group camp site was in an extremely shaded area surrounded by trees. There are many trails here for hiking and I enjoyed this. I found a replica of an old frontier-style schoolhouse. It's what the school looked like 100 years ago. That was interesting. Since this is a camp site nothing about it was luxury of course but the most peaceful aesthetic was nature and the soothing effect the experience had on my nervous system. I brought all the things to be comfy. There were showers and decent bathrooms on the camp ground. This was less about amenities and so much more about embracing slow living. A place where no one is in a rush! The camp ground attendants were awesome. They came around daily collecting our trash. I do recommend this park for camping.

Was in town to visit another waterpark that closed due to weather. Quck pivot and came here. Pool…read moreand splash area with a slide. Cash only snack bar. Bathrooms have dressing areas. 10 minutes til the hour everyone under 18 have to get out so the lifeguards take a break. They di a good job rotating around. This park also has walking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds.

Saw this hiking trail on instagram and couldn't wait to explore it! Plenty of parking, and a nasty…read morebathroom without a sink. Use the bathroom before you come. The hike is hard! There are so many rocks and a steep incline. It took us about 1.5 hours to complete the hike and we had small children with us. Once you make it to the lookout it's stunning! You have to climb a ton of stairs but it's worth it.

Trails are amazing. The original trails at the Pine Hill Trailhead were awesome enough, but the…read morenew trails just down the road at the Oak Hill Trailhead are just has great. The map doesn't how it, but the trails do connect to give the option of hiking from one tailhead to the other. There are 4 campsites at the Pine Hill Trailhead area. I car-camped for one night recently and really enjoyed it. Before you camp here, you should know ahead of time that there are no showers or plumbing restrooms or vending machines. The restroom is non-plumbing as has no running water. However, there is a very nice water-pump on the other side of the parking lot from where the restroom is. This is a very rough-in-it campground, at least for now. There are nice tent-pads, fire pits, and picnic tables at all spots except #4. At this spot there is only parking and the tent would go directly on the ground. Sites 1, 2, and 4 have room for smaller camping vehicles. Site 3 has a pretty small parking area with room for 1, or maybe 2 vehicles if they are both small. A camper-van would fit but nothing bigger. Each campsite has a little distance of woods between them so there is some privacy. A walk from the campsites to the restroom at the parking area is necessary, but you can drive to it during the night easy enough. I just had to take the front windshield privacy visor out. There are no lights anywhere except what you bring for yourself, so it is pitch-dark at night. If you are OK with this type of camping and are looking for great hiking and quiet and relaxation, you should love it. If you need plumbing and lights or other amenities, this site is not for you. So don't forget to bring water or a container for the pump, a cooler for drinks and snacks, and a flashlight!