Lake James Camping Resort & Marina

Nebo, NC

Lake James Camping Resort & Marina is a scenic, year-round waterfront community nestled along the eastern shores of Lake James in the foothills of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Surrounded by acres of pine and oak woods with beautiful lake and mountain views, the gated, family-friendly resort offers an inviting setting to relax, reconnect, and enjoy life on the water.

With direct access to Lake James and an on-site marina and boat launch, the resort makes it easy to spend the day boating, fishing, swimming, or simply enjoying the shoreline. Guests can choose from RV sites and cabin accommodations, making Lake James an ideal destination for everything from weekend getaways to extended stays.

Throughout the community, guests enjoy a variety of amenities designed to make every stay comfortable and memorable, including a swimming pool, swimming beach, pavilion, basketball court, bathhouses, laundry facilities, and limited-access gates. Select sites also offer beautiful mountain views, bringing the surrounding landscape right to your doorstep.

Despite its peaceful natural setting, Lake James Camping Resort & Marina is conveniently located just four miles from I-40, providing easy access to nearby communities, attractions, dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation throughout western North Carolina.

Whether spending the morning on the lake, gathering around a campfire in the evening, or simply slowing down and enjoying the mountain scenery, Lake James Camping Resort & Marina offers a welcoming place to experience the best of lakefront living and the great outdoors.

Resort Amenities

Enjoy convenient access to Lake James with an on-site marina and boat launch, making it easy to spend your days boating, fishing, and exploring the lake.
Our resort has 263 RV sites to accommodate all sizes of RV’s. We offer mountain view and lakefront sites, where many offer boat slips.
Our Luxury Cabin Rentals offer the best of both worlds – the comforts of home, situated in the great outdoors! Our Cabins are an exciting and amazingly affordable alternative to a hotel room.
Experience lakeside living with a swimming beach where guests can enjoy the water, soak up the sun, and take in the beautiful natural surroundings. Guests can also cool off and unwind at the resort’s outdoor swimming pool.
Stay active with on-site recreational amenities such as boating, fishing, kayaking, a basketball court, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors throughout the resort.
Gather with family, friends, and neighbors at the resort pavilion, offering a welcoming space for community events, celebrations, and time spent together..