About Van Hook Glade
Number of accommodations: 10
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Fishing
Hiking
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (310)
What Guests Are Saying
Van Hook Glade is a well-kept campground with friendly hosts, Mark and Emily, who provide a welcoming experience. Guests appreciate the clean facilities, beautiful surroundings, and convenient access to nearby hiking trails and waterfalls. While some sites may experience road noise and bear activity, the overall atmosphere is quiet and relaxing, making it a popular choice for families and nature lovers.
What Guests Are Saying
Van Hook Glade is a well-kept campground with friendly hosts, Mark and Emily, who provide a welcoming experience. Guests appreciate the clean facilities, beautiful surroundings, and convenient access to nearby hiking trails and waterfalls. While some sites may experience road noise and bear activity, the overall atmosphere is quiet and relaxing, making it a popular choice for families and nature lovers.
Review Summary
Andrew L
VerifiedOctober 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: VAN
The host was amazing and very nice. The facilities were immaculate for a campground. The campsites were also very private and well maintained and the nearby cliffside park was beautiful. The only downside is that all the cool trails are about a 10-20 min drive if that's not an issue. We will be back!
Kay D
VerifiedOctober 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: VAN
Campground was very clean and well-maintained. Restroom facility was very well-cleaned. Our campsite was along a small stream which provided the soothing sound of rushing water. The camp host was excellent, very helpful and nice. Our cell-phone service is Consumer Cellular and we did not have service. A short drive to a town in either direction provided coverage. Looking forward to our next visit.
Andrew L
VerifiedOctober 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: VAN
The host was amazing and very nice. The facilities were immaculate for a campground. The campsites were also very private and well maintained and the nearby cliffside park was beautiful. The only downside is that all the cool trails are about a 10-20 min drive if that's not an issue. We will be back!
Kay D
VerifiedOctober 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: VAN
Campground was very clean and well-maintained. Restroom facility was very well-cleaned. Our campsite was along a small stream which provided the soothing sound of rushing water. The camp host was excellent, very helpful and nice. Our cell-phone service is Consumer Cellular and we did not have service. A short drive to a town in either direction provided coverage. Looking forward to our next visit.
Kelsey R
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: VAN
Wonderful, friendly and attentive camp hosts. The weather in Highlands is constant rain which makes for not great camping. Nice showers and bathrooms, 15 minutes to downtown Highlands. Cons are road noise.
Kelsey R
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: VAN
Wonderful, friendly and attentive camp hosts. The weather in Highlands is constant rain which makes for not great camping. Nice showers and bathrooms, 15 minutes to downtown Highlands. Cons are road noise.
Michael K
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: VAN
This was a stunning campground. It's nestled in the trees so while it is small, all of the sites have privacy. We had a small 10 ft trailer and didn't have a problem navigating to our site, bigger trailers and RVs will have a problem getting in. Highly recommend tent camping here
The bathrooms were so well maintained and impeccably clean even though we were there on a long weekend.
The hike from the campground up to the lake was beautiful. The lake has a small beach area perfect for a quick dip. We also drove to the Whiteside Mountain Trail, which was busy and the parking lot filled up quickly. A second attempt later in the day was successful and the views were stunning. Well worth the wait. There is also a breathtaking waterfall just up the road that is also worth seeing.
Michael K
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: VAN
This was a stunning campground. It's nestled in the trees so while it is small, all of the sites have privacy. We had a small 10 ft trailer and didn't have a problem navigating to our site, bigger trailers and RVs will have a problem getting in. Highly recommend tent camping here
The bathrooms were so well maintained and impeccably clean even though we were there on a long weekend.
The hike from the campground up to the lake was beautiful. The lake has a small beach area perfect for a quick dip. We also drove to the Whiteside Mountain Trail, which was busy and the parking lot filled up quickly. A second attempt later in the day was successful and the views were stunning. Well worth the wait. There is also a breathtaking waterfall just up the road that is also worth seeing.
Robert A
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: VAN
Excellent camping close to trails and waterfalls. The camp hostess was super friendly and accomodating. Restroom and shower was kept clean. I will be back and I highly recommend.
Robert A
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: VAN
Excellent camping close to trails and waterfalls. The camp hostess was super friendly and accomodating. Restroom and shower was kept clean. I will be back and I highly recommend.
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.
The campground is accessible via Highway 64, which is approximately 4.5 miles from Highlands, North Carolina.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.0772 / -83.2464
Elevation: 992 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- No hookups available
- Sharp curve inside campground loop may make maneuvering an RV difficult
- Campground hosts on-site
- Limit two vehicles and two tents maximum; some walk-in sites are limited to one vehicle
- Campfires can only be made in fire rings provided
- This campground is managed by the Cradle of Forestry In America Interpretive Association
- Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina
- 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.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
