Top Campgrounds near Balsam
Wolf Ford Horse Camp
Wolf Ford Horse Camp is a reservation-only campground in the Pisgah Ranger District, designed for equestrian use and offering access to extensive trails, creeks, and waterfalls. Located 3.2 miles down Yellow Gap Road, it serves as a serene base fo...
Deep Creek Campground (NC)
Deep Creek Campground in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers traditional primitive camping with beautiful mountain scenery year-round. It features 92 individual sites equipped with grills, tables, and campfire rings, though there are no...
Deep Creek Group Camp
Deep Creek Group Camp, located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offers traditional primitive camping with stunning mountain scenery. It features 92 individual sites equipped with grills, tables, and campfire rings, along with flush toil...
Asheville West KOA Holiday
The Great Outdoors RV Park
Deep Creek Picnic Pavilion
Deep Creek Picnic Pavilion offers a beautiful mountain setting for gatherings, surrounded by clear skies and pristine streams. The area is picturesque year-round, featuring vibrant wildflowers in spring and stunning fall colors. It's an ideal loca...
Smoky Mountain Campground
Big Bear's RV Park
Big Bear's RV Park in Bryson City, North Carolina, is a tranquil campground located near downtown and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It features spacious, big-rig-friendly RV sites with full hookups and easy access to outdoor activities ...
Elk Hollow Resort
Falling Waters Adventure Resort
Mi Mountain Campground
Blue Ridge Falls Rv Resort (Formerly Riverbend RV Resort
White Pine South Group Camp
White Pine South Group Camp is a year-round tent camping site in the Appalachian Mountains, accommodating groups of up to 25 people. Located along Avery Creek, it offers various recreational activities like hiking, swimming, and fishing. The camp ...
Rose Creek Campground & Cabins
Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Big Creek Campground is a tent-only site in a remote area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring flushing toilets and potable water. It offers a short walk from parking and is accompanied by the soothing sounds of Big Creek. The campgro...
Kuykendall Group Camp
Kuykendall Group Camp is a cozy campground in the Pisgah National Forest, ideal for large groups. The area offers a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, picnicking, swimming, fishing, and mountain biking. It's a perfect spot for enjo...
Brookview RV
Davidson River
Davidson River Recreation Area provides family-friendly camping and outdoor activities, featuring shaded campsites and access to hiking, fishing, and waterfalls within Pisgah National Forest. Located four miles west of Brevard and under an hour fr...
Cosby Group Camp
Cosby Group Camp is located in the mountains near Cosby Creek, providing a tranquil and secluded setting for visitors. It offers a serene environment amidst the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter
Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter, situated along the Davidson River in Pisgah National Forest, is named for the surrounding sycamore trees. It operates on a first come, first served basis from mid-November to April 15th, with reservations available f...
Wolf Ford Horse Camp
Wolf Ford Horse Camp is a reservation-only campground in the Pisgah Ranger District, designed for equestrian use and offering access to extensive trails, creeks, and waterfalls. Located 3.2 miles down Yellow Gap Road, it serves as a serene base fo...
Deep Creek Campground (NC)
Deep Creek Campground in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers traditional primitive camping with beautiful mountain scenery year-round. It features 92 individual sites equipped with grills, tables, and campfire rings, though there are no...
Deep Creek Group Camp
Deep Creek Group Camp, located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offers traditional primitive camping with stunning mountain scenery. It features 92 individual sites equipped with grills, tables, and campfire rings, along with flush toil...
Asheville West KOA Holiday
The Great Outdoors RV Park
Deep Creek Picnic Pavilion
Deep Creek Picnic Pavilion offers a beautiful mountain setting for gatherings, surrounded by clear skies and pristine streams. The area is picturesque year-round, featuring vibrant wildflowers in spring and stunning fall colors. It's an ideal loca...
Smoky Mountain Campground
Big Bear's RV Park
Big Bear's RV Park in Bryson City, North Carolina, is a tranquil campground located near downtown and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It features spacious, big-rig-friendly RV sites with full hookups and easy access to outdoor activities ...
Elk Hollow Resort
Falling Waters Adventure Resort
Mi Mountain Campground
Blue Ridge Falls Rv Resort (Formerly Riverbend RV Resort
White Pine South Group Camp
White Pine South Group Camp is a year-round tent camping site in the Appalachian Mountains, accommodating groups of up to 25 people. Located along Avery Creek, it offers various recreational activities like hiking, swimming, and fishing. The camp ...
Rose Creek Campground & Cabins
Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Big Creek Campground is a tent-only site in a remote area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring flushing toilets and potable water. It offers a short walk from parking and is accompanied by the soothing sounds of Big Creek. The campgro...
Kuykendall Group Camp
Kuykendall Group Camp is a cozy campground in the Pisgah National Forest, ideal for large groups. The area offers a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, picnicking, swimming, fishing, and mountain biking. It's a perfect spot for enjo...
Brookview RV
Davidson River
Davidson River Recreation Area provides family-friendly camping and outdoor activities, featuring shaded campsites and access to hiking, fishing, and waterfalls within Pisgah National Forest. Located four miles west of Brevard and under an hour fr...
Cosby Group Camp
Cosby Group Camp is located in the mountains near Cosby Creek, providing a tranquil and secluded setting for visitors. It offers a serene environment amidst the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter
Sycamore Flats Picnic Shelter, situated along the Davidson River in Pisgah National Forest, is named for the surrounding sycamore trees. It operates on a first come, first served basis from mid-November to April 15th, with reservations available f...
Balsam, North Carolina
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Balsam has 322 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Elk Hollow Resort is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Balsam vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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