The best RV rentals in Raleigh, NC

Get a good night's sleep by booking a site at one of the best RV parks near Raleigh. The Raleigh Oaks RV Resort is one of the top-rated campgrounds in the city, with full hookups, picnic tables, fire rings, and WiFi access at every site. You'll find loads of activities around camp as well, including a mini-golf course, a swimming pool, and a fitness center. Pets are welcome, and there's even an on-site dog run. The campground is located about 40 miles south of Raleigh, meaning you won't be disturbed by the noisy city streets during your stay.

Campers who don't want to stray too far from the city should check out the North Carolina State Fairgrounds Campground. Ideal for travelers spending their days at the State Fair, this RV park is just 6 miles from downtown, with attractions like the North Carolina Museum of Art less than two miles away. There are roughly 350 sites, which provide full hookups with max amp electricity. Amenities are basic and include bathrooms and showers. There's also an on-site pond where anglers can spend afternoons fishing.

If you're looking to spend your days exploring North Carolina's countryside, plan a stay at the Falls Lake State Recreation Area Holly Point Campground. One of two campgrounds at this park, Holly Point sits on the edge of the 12,000-acre Falls Lake, allowing campers to participate in a variety of water sports like swimming, fishing, and boating. The campground itself has spacious sites with water and electric hookups and pull-through access for big rigs. Useful amenities around camp include showers and bathrooms. Despite its secluded location, Holly Point is less than 30 minutes away from downtown Raleigh and the city's best attractions.

After finding the right Raleigh RV campground for you and your crew, you'll no doubt be itching to explore the city. Getting around Raleigh in your RV should be a breeze—traffic is better than most major cities in the U.S., and you'll find several oversized parking spaces in and around downtown. If you don't feel like driving your RV rental in Raleigh, consider using the free R-Line bus service to get around the city center.

While in Raleigh, be sure to tour some of the best museums in North Carolina, including the North Carolina Museum of Art. This museum is known for containing the first nationally funded collection in the U.S. It features 30 works by Auguste Rodin and paintings by Camille Pissarro, Titian, and Thomas Gainsborough. Another fascinating museum worth visiting is the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. The largest natural science in the Southeast, the museum houses zoo and aquarium exhibits, as well as the fossilized remains of a T-Rex.

You won't be short of stunning outdoor environments to explore during your stay in Raleigh. The William B. Umstead State Park is among Raleigh's most popular parks, with 5,500 acres of dense woodlands and three man-made lakes to enjoy. Visitors are welcome to fish at any of the lakes, and catches include bluegill, bass, and crappie. If you fancy a stroll, there are 20 miles of trails that weave through the forests and 13 miles of these are multi-use in case you brought your bike along.