Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Whitley City, Kentucky, United States

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536 campgrounds 7,052 available sites
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Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area

Burnsville, NC · 141.3 mi from Whitley City

4.3 (341 reviews)

Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is located in the picturesque Pisgah National Forest. It offers activities such as swimming, fishing, tubing, hiking, camping, and picnicking for small to medium-sized groups. Visitors can enjoy relaxation in the ...

  • RV sites: 17
  • Tent sites: 20
  • General Store
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
  • Lake Access
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West Fork Campground (Clayton, GA)

Clayton, GA · 141.7 mi from Whitley City

3.4 (23 reviews)

West Fork Campground in Clayton, GA, features five reservation-only campsites with stunning views of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. The area provides a sense of isolation and adventure, allowing visitors to experience scenic views reminiscen...

  • Tent sites: 5
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  • Restrooms
  • River Access
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Briar Bottom Group Campground

Burnsville, NC · 142.1 mi from Whitley City

4.6 (21 reviews)

Briar Bottom Group Campground offers a scenic mountain retreat with convenient access to hiking trails. Located at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, it is situated in Pisgah National Forest. It's an ideal de...

  • Tent sites: 6
  • Restrooms
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Black Mountain Campground

Burnsville, NC · 142.2 mi from Whitley City

4.5 (142 reviews)

Black Mountain Campground is located near Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S., and alongside the South Toe River. It is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground offers a scenic and adventurous environment for vis...

  • RV sites: 12
  • Tent sites: 18
  • Pet friendly
  • Dump station on site
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Desoto Falls Recreation Area

Dahlonega, GA · 142.8 mi from Whitley City

4.3 (323 reviews)

Desoto Falls Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, about two hours north of Atlanta. It offers year-round activities like camping, fishing, and hiking to nearby waterfalls, with 23 campsi...

  • RV sites: 15
  • Tent sites: 23
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly
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Willis Knob Horse Camp

Clayton, GA · 144.1 mi from Whitley City

3.7 (43 reviews)

Willis Knob Horse Campground, situated in the northern Georgia mountains, is a cherished getaway for horse enthusiasts within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. The campground offers equestrian camping, as well as riding and hiking trails. ...

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Explore Whitley City, KY

Population: 963

Nearby city: Knoxville, TN

Approx. 61 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,352 ft

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Explore Whitley City, KY

Population: 963

Nearby city: Knoxville, TN

Approx. 61 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,352 ft

About Whitley City, Kentucky

Whitley City sits in southern Kentucky near Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area and the Daniel Boone National Forest, making it a convenient base for campgrounds, RV parks, and outdoor stays. Expect forested ridges, sandstone bluffs, and river gorges, with trailheads and scenic drives within easy reach. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is also an easy day trip for waterfall views and family-friendly hikes.

Campgrounds and RV parks near Whitley City cover everything from simple tent sites to cabins and glamping. Browse 500 nearby options, with average rates around $43 and choices from $2 to $328 per night. Spring through fall brings the most availability and milder weather; winter stays are more limited but quieter. Plan for hiking, paddling, fishing, and horseback riding access, plus short drives to river overlooks and put-ins. If you’re road-tripping, this is a practical stop along southern Kentucky routes with quick access to supplies in town.

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