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Byrd's Branch Gem Mining

Dive into the excitement as you sift through rich, colorful soil to uncover dazzling gems and minerals. From sparkling amethysts to glistening quartz, every scoop brings a new surprise!

Fun for the whole family, our gemstone mining is an adventure that adults and kids alike will cherish. So gather your little prospectors and embark on a journey filled with laughter, wonder, and precious finds.

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Yadkin Valley Wine Country

This is Yadkin Valley Wine Country! With Award winning Wines, Rolling Hills, and Gorgeous Views you will keep coming back for more!

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Great Hiking With Trails, Mountains and Waterfalls

Great low impact trails to beautiful Cater Falls.  A short hike through the pines to Grassy Creek Vineyard.  Stunning day hikes at Stone Mountain State Park and Pilot Mountain.

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Historic Downtown Elkin

This Charming Town once ran as a Textile Mill Town in the 1800’s. Walk through the period arcitecture and visit unique restaurants, brewery, baker, coffee shops, gift shops, and more.

Byrd’s Branch Campground

Gem Mining Byrds Branch Campground Elkin NC

Gem mining is open Mid-March-December 1st

Byrd’s Branch Campground is located in the Foothills of Elkin, North Carolina. With 14 RV sites and 4 tent sites it offers a relaxing getaway the whole family can enjoy!

The back-in sites are nestled up to a flowing creek that runs throughout the campground with large, shaded backyard areas, with your fire pits located along the creek, a favorite for the kids! The pull-thru sites are wide and spacious enough to accommodate all big rig sizes, with a nice open play area adjacent that offers corn hole and a community fire pit area perfect for social gatherings. The tent sites are located on the opposite side of the R.V. area with private, spacious sites. All are well shaded and located along the creek.

The playground in the tent area has something for all ages – tetherball, slide and swing set, and a playhouse for smaller children. You’ll want to try your luck with our new 9-hole disc golf course that has become a favorite by many and easily addictive!

The Country Store/Office has camping supplies, ice, firewood, gifts, snacks and more with a clean, private bath house and laundry facility conveniently located behind the Country Store.

With the Mountain-to-Sea Trail that runs through the campground you can spend the day hiking to beautiful Carter Falls or experience the Enchanted Forest that leads to Grassy Creek Winery you will not be disappointed.

RV life Best of the best award 2025
2025 Campspot 2025 Award Hidden Gems
RV Life Top Rated Campground
Tribune Readers Choice Winner

CAMPSITE BOOKING

Office: 336-827-0032
Dwaine Carrier: 336-366-0603
Larena Carrier: 336-366-9955

Yadkin Valley Wine

Vineyards and Wineries

Visit the area vineyards and wineries for the many award wining wines.

hiking elkin nc

Great Area Hiking

Short trails to waterfalls and vineyards.  Great days hike in the mountains.

downtown elkin nc

Elkin, NC

That small town feel with live music, great food and unique shopping.

mt airy nc

Mount Airy, NC

A short 20 minute drive to the Andy Griffith Museum, a unique dowtown experience.
events

Area Events

Great music festivals, car shows, and the popular Mayberry Days.

disk golf

Disc Golf

Fun for one or many, our new 9 hole disc gold course is a favorite.

Campground Amenities

Byrd’s Branch Gem Mining

Firepits

Corn Hole Boards

Special Activities/Events

Picnic Tables

Playground

Community Gathering Area

Clean Bathhouse

Pet Friendly

Hiking Trails to Waterfall and Winery

Disc Golf Course

WiFi Available

Veteran Owned and Operated

Testimonials

Audra E.

Clean campground. Pull thru sites. Back in sites are backed up to the creek and woods. Fire pits on each site. Cornhole boards as well as a gazebo with checkers, ping pong table & other games with several picnic tables. Gathering area for all with Adirondack chairs & fire pit. Nearby activities: Trails nearby in walking distance. Lots of wineries close by. Great country location. Quiet. Very clean campground. Disc golf course across street from campground. Gem mining across street as well.

Jennifer G.

I stayed at Byrd's Branch campground when our original camping plans got turned sidewise because of Hurricane Helene damage. Was looking for somewhere that was open near to the original plan and found this place. It was awesome! There were five of us and we booked two of the tent sites. The tent sites are away from the RV's so no generator noise keeping you up. The bathhouse is fabulous. Most importantly the owners are fabulous! We forgot to buy firewood before the store closed early for a...

Jimmy M.

Awesome campground with great owners. Our go-to place for a quiet weekend. It has hiking, a small stream for the kids (and dogs) to play in, disk golf, and now a GEM MINE. Very fun time.