Rv campgrounds with bike trails near me

As a cyclist, choosing a great campsite can be tricky. If you're on your road bike you want tranquil roads with low traffic and great views; if you're on a mountain bike you want easy access to well-built trails without having to go far from your campsite. And if you're in the heat of summer in the south, lakes and swimming holes are a huge bonus for the beloved post-ride dip. Here is a roundup of 5 great campsites in the south you'll want to check out if you're a cyclist, whether on-road or off.

Colorado Bend State Park, Texas

Natural beauty and outdoor adventure abound at this oasis in the Lone Star State. There are 35 miles of biking trails that all levels of riders will enjoy. Back at camp, jump in at Spicewood Springs and marvel at the beauty of Gorman Falls.

The campsite itself has drive-up sites, walk-in tent sites, and primitive backcountry sites.

Doll Mountain Campground, Georgia

Near Ellijay, GA, this campsite is in the North Georgia mountains near Carter Lake. Doll Mountain is a mountain biker's paradise, as the extensive Pinhoti trail system nearby boasts the best and most beautiful riding in the southeast. If you're not into trail riding, bring your road bike with gravel tires and explore the network of quiet gravel and forest service roads that snake through the area.

The heavily wooded campground contains both RV and tent-only sites, and there is a children's playground, dump station, and laundry facilities.

Davidson River Campground, North Carolina

This campground near Brevard, NC, sits right at the gateway to the stunning Pisgah National Forest. One could easily spend a month here, as there are countless mountain biking trails that contour up mile-high peaks and road rides on beautiful, flawless pavement around the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.

Campsites at Davidson River have picnic tables, lantern posts, tent pads, and campfire rings with grills. The campground has hot showers and you can rent bicycles nearby.

BONUS: After your hot, sweaty bike ride hit up Sliding Rock, a 60 foot natural waterslide that ends in an 8-foot-deep pool, which provides hours of fun for the whole family.

Chilhowee Campground, Tennessee

The Blue Ridge Mountains that run through Kentucky and Tennessee boast some of the most beautiful secluded spots in the entire USA.

Chilhowee Campground, a great spot to use as home base for your cycling adventures, has many tent and RV sites around McKamy Lake, which has a swim area with a sand beach. Miles of trails and peaceful winding back roads, long climbs and endless flowy descents, and the lush earthy smell that can only be found in deeply wooded areas await you.

Monte Sano State Park, Alabama

This park in Alabama has it all: miles of gently rolling, winding roads and thrilling singletrack lined with native azaleas. It's easy to find spectacular vistas atop the mountain, especially in the fall.

The park also features 14 rustic cabins, 89 improved campsites, a primitive campground, a camp store, and showers for your post-ride rinse.

Fall is officially here, although it may not feel like it yet. And while some may argue that summer is the prime season for vacationing, there’s something so special about loading up the bikes and cruising through the changing leaves and not worrying about overheating while you’re at it. Earlier this summer we shared our 5 favorite RV trips for bringing your bikes with, but now we’ve done the hard work to find the best RV campgrounds with bike trails within the park. This way you can cruise all day and then end up right back at home base, ready for a bonfire, smores, and ghost stories (hey, it is almost Halloween). So pack up your cycles on your RV with our RV bike rack, pick a destination, and get ready for autumn adventures.

If you’re leaving out of Southern California, this is perfect for a longer weekend trip since it’ll take most of the day to drive there, but it’s more than worth it. The bike trails start right at the edge of the park and lead into Tucson Mountain Park and Saguaro National Park where you’ll find a ton of great mountain biking trails across all skill levels. And not to mention fall is the perfect time to make your way down, since as the name suggests, you probably wouldn’t want to spend a full summer day baking in the sun. 

L.L. Stub Steward State Park is one of our favorites since it’s only 34 miles from Portland, so you can add on an extra stop (and pick up a few treats from Voodoo Doughnut while you’re at it). This campground will have you nestled in the most stunning scenery, and with 38 miles of mountain biking trails, you’ll have no trouble filling your time. If you’re wanting to add on some other activities to your trip lineup, they also have an 18-hole disc golf course, which is a great way to convince your non-biking friends to make the journey with you. 

Don’t be fooled by the California address — if you’re leaving from Southern California, this will also be a full day of driving. Which means the gorgeous new terrain that you’re looking for and a great way to get out of your hectic routine. The park itself is home to some tamer bike trails that are safe for bikers of any level, but you can easily make your way over to nearby Lake Tahoe and hit the legendary Flume Ride Trail. 

This is the longest trip on our list, so try to plan it when you have a few extra days for driving. And we also would recommend making a stop in Arizona to break up the journey — in fact, you can spend a night at Desert Trails, which is less than two hours out of the way. There’s no way that we were about to leave this off of our list, though, since it’s one of the nicest RV resorts we’ve ever seen. But more importantly, Angel Fire Bike Park is the largest bike park in the Rocky Mountains. We’re talking over 60 miles of trails and 2,000 vertical feet, all served by lifts.  

Make your way to the gorgeous red hills without having to spend days on the road by visiting Zion West RV Park. The full-service RV park has direct access to trails that lead out of the park and into the surrounding parks for an endless amount of bike trails. Plus, if you want to add on some more sightseeing, you’ll be able to add Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon as stops on your drive.

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