Top Campgrounds near Banner Elk
River Pointe RV Park
Lake James Camping Resort
Backbone Rock Campground
Backbone Rock Campground will open for the 2026 season on April 27, with the day-use area facilities available starting March 16. Located at 2,100 feet in northern Johnson County, it features 10 campsites along Beaverdam Creek, making it ideal for...
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
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 ...
Lakeview RV Resort
Barefoot Landing RV Resort
Pole Position Campground
Buck Creek RV Park
Thunder Mountain Campground
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Warrior Creek
Warrior Creek is situated on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. The area is set in the picturesque Yadkin River Valley and provides numerous outdoor recreational opportunities.
Keowee Park Shelter
Keowee Park Shelter is situated in Keowee Park, which is part of the W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina. It offers a scenic location for gatherings and outdoor activities. The park is known for its recreational opportun...
Glamping Retro
Boomer Park Shelter
Boomer Park Shelter is situated in Boomer Park at the W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir. It is located in the northwestern region of North Carolina. The shelter offers a scenic location for visitors.
Fort Hamby Park
Fort Hamby Park is situated on the north side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. It is set in the scenic Yadkin River Valley and provides a variety of outdoor recreational activities.
Black Mountain Campground
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...
Briar Bottom Group Campground
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...
Bandits Roost
Bandits Roost Campground is situated on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. It is set in the picturesque Yadkin River Valley, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.
From $20/night
Spacious Skies Hidden Creek
Berry Mountain Park Shelter
Berry Mountain Park Shelter is situated in Berry Mountain Park near W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina. The location offers a scenic setting for visitors. It serves as a recreational spot for outdoor activities.
Dam Site Shelter
Dam Site Park Shelter is situated beneath the W. Kerr Scott Dam's visitor center, offering stunning views of the dam and reservoir. It's an ideal location for outdoor activities and gatherings. The picturesque setting enhances the overall experien...
River Pointe RV Park
Lake James Camping Resort
Backbone Rock Campground
Backbone Rock Campground will open for the 2026 season on April 27, with the day-use area facilities available starting March 16. Located at 2,100 feet in northern Johnson County, it features 10 campsites along Beaverdam Creek, making it ideal for...
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
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 ...
Lakeview RV Resort
Barefoot Landing RV Resort
Pole Position Campground
Buck Creek RV Park
Thunder Mountain Campground
From $25/night
Warrior Creek
Warrior Creek is situated on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. The area is set in the picturesque Yadkin River Valley and provides numerous outdoor recreational opportunities.
Keowee Park Shelter
Keowee Park Shelter is situated in Keowee Park, which is part of the W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina. It offers a scenic location for gatherings and outdoor activities. The park is known for its recreational opportun...
Glamping Retro
Boomer Park Shelter
Boomer Park Shelter is situated in Boomer Park at the W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir. It is located in the northwestern region of North Carolina. The shelter offers a scenic location for visitors.
Fort Hamby Park
Fort Hamby Park is situated on the north side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. It is set in the scenic Yadkin River Valley and provides a variety of outdoor recreational activities.
Black Mountain Campground
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...
Briar Bottom Group Campground
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...
Bandits Roost
Bandits Roost Campground is situated on the south side of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir in western North Carolina. It is set in the picturesque Yadkin River Valley, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.
From $20/night
Spacious Skies Hidden Creek
Berry Mountain Park Shelter
Berry Mountain Park Shelter is situated in Berry Mountain Park near W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir in northwestern North Carolina. The location offers a scenic setting for visitors. It serves as a recreational spot for outdoor activities.
Dam Site Shelter
Dam Site Park Shelter is situated beneath the W. Kerr Scott Dam's visitor center, offering stunning views of the dam and reservoir. It's an ideal location for outdoor activities and gatherings. The picturesque setting enhances the overall experien...
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Banner Elk has 124 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Keowee Park Shelter is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
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