About Van Hook Glade
Number of accommodations: 10
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Reviews (154)
What Guests Are Saying
Van Hook Glade is a charming campground known for its beautiful, secluded sites and friendly hosts, Mark and Emily, who ensure the facilities are clean and well-maintained. Many guests appreciate the intimate atmosphere and proximity to hiking trails and waterfalls, making it an ideal spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. However, some reviews note issues with road noise and a few campsite specifics that may detract from the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Van Hook Glade is a charming campground known for its beautiful, secluded sites and friendly hosts, Mark and Emily, who ensure the facilities are clean and well-maintained. Many guests appreciate the intimate atmosphere and proximity to hiking trails and waterfalls, making it an ideal spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. However, some reviews note issues with road noise and a few campsite specifics that may detract from the overall experience.
Review Summary
Matthew P
VerifiedAugust 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: VAN
The site was very nice and the on-site staff were helpful! The lake is maybe a mile-and-a-half away and was full of trout and panfish. However, there are few useful fishing spots (maybe 5-6) around the entire lake, that being said the view was awesome and we enjoyed catching a few fat panfish! Between the campground and Highlands there is a waterfall just off the left side of highway 64 that is usually fairly crowded but nice. Dry Falls on the right is hard to get into due to the high volume of traffic and we were not able to visit. If one does need some supplies Highlands is a short windy drive away but be aware that the traffic from Dry Falls backs the road up after 8-9 am heading towards Highlands. Highlands is a quant little town and we enjoyed visiting the many stores.
The only drawbacks were that we were close to the highway and the sites are pretty close together. Other than that the bathrooms were very well maintained having no less than to cleanings a day. We loved our visit and do recommend!
David G
VerifiedAugust 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: VAN
The campground is very well maintained. The current campground managers are very nice and helpful. They even gave us a firestarter log when they saw we were having trouble! You should know you can occasionally hear cars pass by on the nearby road, but it is not frequent or too loud. Would stay here again!
Elisabetta T
August 23, 2020
Beautiful fun camping area with so much to see and do. Very helpful staff. Clean bathrooms.
We will definitely be coming back and telling our friends about this place.
Hank E
VerifiedAugust 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: VAN
The camp host were exceptional and the campsite quite nice. The restrooms and showers were very clean. I stayed in campsite 14 which was nice and quiet and level. A small stream was nearby which provided some comforting sounds at night. I would definitely stay there again.
It is also nice the the campgrounds are close to Highlands and other nice attractions.
Chris K
VerifiedAugust 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: VAN
Woodsy, secluded campground with easy access to a nearby lake. Clean facilities, friendly service.
Chad T
VerifiedAugust 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: VAN
Campsite 8 was clean and as described. It was very close to the neighboring campsite and across the street from the site host, who was very nice and accommodating (Thanks Andy!). Recommended for nearby hiking and fishing. Camp is about 1 hour from Nantahala kayak put in.
Kelli A
VerifiedAugust 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: VAN
Beautiful campsite and very quiet. Restrooms/showers clean, hosts were very nice and helpful.
Carla C
VerifiedJuly 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: VAN
Campsite was very good. Large, level and private with a small creek nearby you could hear at night. Bath house was disappointing. Showers were in good order but one of two toilets was constantly out of order and the other was constantly out of hand soap.
Still has a great time and enjoyed our stay.
Joseph G
July 17, 2020
Great place first time my girl friend and her grand daughter went camping it was a awesome experience
Richard W
VerifiedJuly 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: VAN
We camp at Van Hook every year. Love the seclusion
Location Van Hook Glade
Address:
14014 Highland Rd
Highlands, NC, 28741
United States
From Highlands, North Carolina, follow Highway 64 west approximately 4.5 miles. The campground entrance is on the right.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.0772 / -83.2464
Elevation: 992 feet
Policies & Rules
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No hookups available |
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Sharp curve inside campground loop may make maneuvering an RV difficult |
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Campground hosts on-site |
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Limit two vehicles and two tents maximum; some walk-in sites are limited to one vehicle |
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Campfires can only be made in fire rings provided |
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This campground is managed by the Cradle of Forestry In America Interpretive Association |
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Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
