Norwood Campground

08/28/2026

Hi all! Now that we’ve been able to come up for air a bit, we’re excited to introduce ourselves as the new owners of Norwood Campground and share a little about who we are and what we envision for the future of the campground.

I’m Steven, a native Atlantan, and Barak is a native of Knoxville, Tennessee. We currently own and operate Smith Mountain Campground in Virginia, and together we bring years of experience in land development, property improvement, and campground operations.

Outside of work, family and the outdoors keep us plenty busy. I have three teenage daughters who keep me active and on the go—and I consider my graying hair a badge of honor! I enjoy coaching, backpacking, spending time with my dog, Jimmy, and cheering on the Atlanta Braves and Georgia Bulldogs.

Barak and his wife, Hollie, have two teenagers and are preparing to become empty nesters in just a couple of years. As a Past Commander of the Atlanta Power Squadron, he has a longtime love of boating and is especially looking forward to spending time out on Lake Tillery.

As we begin this next chapter, we look forward to making many improvements to the campground while preserving the things that have made it special for so many years. Most importantly, we want our guests to continue enjoying the same great service, welcoming atmosphere, and personal touch they’ve come to know and appreciate.

Our goal is to build on what’s already here—investing in the property, enhancing the guest experience, and creating even more opportunities for families and friends to enjoy the campground and beautiful Lake Tillery.

We’re grateful to be part of this community, and we look forward to meeting each of you. We’re excited about what’s ahead and can’t wait to share it with you!

— Steven & Barak

08/12/2026

Dear Norwood Campground Family,

Ten years ago, we purchased Norwood Campground and began a life-changing journey. What started as a campground quickly became our home—and all of you became part of our family.

Over the years, we’ve celebrated holidays, shared campfires, watched children grow, laughed together, and created countless memories. The friendships and relationships we’ve built here are what made this campground truly special.

As life brings new chapters and opportunities, we’ve made the bittersweet decision to retire from campground ownership and pursue new adventures. With mixed emotions, we want to share that we have sold Norwood Campground.

While saying goodbye to this chapter is difficult, we are genuinely excited about the future of the campground. The new owners share a passion for this property and are enthusiastic about all the possibilities ahead. They are experienced, hands-on campground operators and currently own a campground in Virginia. We are confident they will continue building upon the wonderful community
that makes this such a special place.

We’re also happy to share that many familiar faces will remain part of your campground experience. Bubba, Chris, Alesha, Laurel, Marion, Courtney, John, Kristie, and Brandy will continue to be here, providing the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere you’ve come to know and love.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Thank you for your support, your loyalty, your friendship, and for allowing us to be part of your lives for the past ten years. You have blessed us in more ways than we can express, and we will forever cherish the memories we’ve made together.

Though our role is changing, the campground will always hold a special place in our hearts. We’re excited to watch this next chapter unfold and to see this incredible community continue to grow and thrive.

With our deepest gratitude and love,
Rick & Stella
“Once a stranger, always family.” ❤️

08/07/2026

07/04/2026

Tell us how you're celebrating today!

Are you spending the day on the lake, grilling with family, relaxing at your campsite, or getting ready for fireworks? We'd love to see your holiday! Share your favorite Fourth of July photos in the comments. 📸

07/04/2026

Parade waves ❤️🤍 💙

07/04/2026

Our parade was absolutely perfect - we're so grateful for all our participants and spectators!
And CONGRATS to the winners! (See photo comments for the winners)

06/29/2026

Below is our current list of available sites. We'll do our best to keep this post updated as reservations are made.

Available Sites: Updated 7/1
8 tent sites with water and electricity


Book online at norwoodcampground.com or give us a call at 704-474-3800

06/25/2026

Get ready for one of our favorite weekends of the year! Join us for a fun-filled Independence Day celebration with family activities, delicious treats, and plenty of patriotic spirit!
We still have some sites available! Book online at norwoodcampground.com or give us a call at 704-474-3800.

While Norwood Campground does not do a fireworks display, there are two nearby shows you may be able to enjoy:
Friday, July 3 – Fireworks over the lake near the South Dam. Best viewed by boat, though you may also be able to see them from The Boat House at Lake Tillery.
Saturday, July 4 – Fireworks in the cove near the campground, visible from many areas, including our lake access point. See our previous post all about firework shows in the area for even more shows not on the lake!

06/23/2026

From Camps:
“⚠️FIREWORK SHOW INFO⚠️
We're two weeks out from the 250th anniversary of this beautiful country so I figured I would release some firework show info.
❗️Friday, June 26th sometime after 7PM❗️
•The Farm at Uwharrie is hosting a demoltion derby with a firework show at the end. Gates open at 12pm, demo derby starts at 7pm, and firework show is to follow (probably around 9pm).
❗️Saturday, June 27th at 9:30PM❗️
•Troy, NC is hosting a "TroyFest" festival at Lowe Warner Park. The festival starts at 6pm and ends at 9:30pm with a firework display.
❗️Friday, July 3rd at 9PM❗️
•Uwharrie Point is hosting a firework show on Badin Lake just after sunset. I believe this is not far from the Old North State gold club.
❗️Friday, July 3rd at 9PM❗️
•There is a show on the south end of the lake somewhere between the water pump station and the south dam. Some local folks usually put on a pretty good show around there right after sunset. Be sure to participate in the Lake Tillery Flotilla that starts at 7:30PM at the Woodrun Clubhouse!
❗️Friday, July 3rd sometime after 7PM❗️
•A firework show will end the Uwharrie Wampus Cats baseball game at Don Montgomery Park. The game starts at 7PM and should finish around 9PM.
❗️Saturday, July 4th at 9PM❗️
•I will be shooting my firework show around 9pm in the randalls ferry cove (the cove inbetween Randalls Ferry church Rd and Indian Mound Rd). If you plan to watch from the lake, I would recommend getting in the cove by 8pm as it fills up fast! We had a few hundred boats packed into the cove last year so plan accordingly. If you plan to watch from land, the OLD Norwood Central Rural Fire Department building is usually a good spot, however if you plan to park there, be prepared to move incase the fire department needs to utilize that building. Anywhere along Randalls Ferry Rd facing the cove is usually a good spot to watch aswell, just be sure that you aren't trespassing on anyones property lol.
These are all of the local firework shows that I know about. If there are any more, please leave them in the comments and I will add them to the list.
As always, make good decisions and have a safe 4th of July weekend! NEVER use fireworks or operate watercraft while under the influence of ANYTHING. The fine folks at the Center Rural Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department and the Norwood Police Department do a fantastic job of keeping us safe, do not make their jobs harder.
Keep in mind the local veterans that may have PTSD. Without them our freedom would not exist. Please use fireworks at appropriate times (NOT 3am) with them in mind.”

Thank you and Johnathan Camps for compiling all of this info together!

06/22/2026