Available sites
10 total sitesAbout Van Hook Glade
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Hiking
Year-round
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Site Setup and Access
- Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
- Showers
Cooking and Fire
- Campfire Ring
- Firewood Available
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- Parking
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Reviews (346)
What Guests Are Saying
Van Hook Glade is a well-maintained campground with clean facilities, friendly hosts, and a beautiful natural setting, offering privacy and access to nearby hiking trails and waterfalls. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and appreciated the cleanliness of the bathrooms and campsites. However, some reported road noise and the absence of electrical outlets at campsites as potential drawbacks. Overall, it is highly recommended for a serene camping experience close to the charming town of Highlands.
What Guests Are Saying
Van Hook Glade is a well-maintained campground with clean facilities, friendly hosts, and a beautiful natural setting, offering privacy and access to nearby hiking trails and waterfalls. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and appreciated the cleanliness of the bathrooms and campsites. However, some reported road noise and the absence of electrical outlets at campsites as potential drawbacks. Overall, it is highly recommended for a serene camping experience close to the charming town of Highlands.
Review Summary
Marisa M
VerifiedJuly 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: VAN
I was in site 008 and I was expecting to be more secluded and further from other campsites considering the map on here, but there are more campsites than shown. Otherwise it was a lot of fun. Sites were clean, bathrooms and showers were clean, water was hot. It was a lot of fun!! Thankfully never saw the bears but there were 3 roaming around one night. The hosts are so nice and respectful, it was nice having them right across from us! Definitely recommend, and the waterfalls are so close and so fun!!
Amy B
VerifiedJuly 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: VAN
Quiet! sparkling clean bathrooms and showers. Campsites extremely tidy. Wonderful hosts and a great campground. Lots of privacy for each campsite.
Lauren B
VerifiedJuly 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: VAN
We spent a lovely two days. The trail to Cliffside Lake and the walk around the trail wasn't strenuous but a good length with beautiful scenery. It rained on and off so we were treated to the sight of many mushrooms. The camp host kept the bathroom so clean and the sites very tidy. We had visiting bears one evening and they were diligent in making sure all visitors were aware and being safe.
Tracy J
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: VAN
IT’S SO LOUD!!! Half the sites (double digit sites) are against the main road. It is very loud. You will not hear birds, you will hear loud traffic. Single digit sites on the outer ring are quieter. You can hear the birds. Otherwise everything is perfect but it’s the noise that kills it for me.
David N
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: VAN
Great experience in this small campground of about 20 sites in the National forest. Minutes from Dry falls ( which is stunning and anything but dry). Sites were lined with a healthy Rhododendron base under the canopy. There was water but no dump station. Neighboring park had swimming, fishing and some nice hikes.
Ryan N
VerifiedJune 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: VAN
Anita and her husband, the host, keep the park the cleanest of any parks we have been in. They are very friendly and helpful.
Lucy B
VerifiedJune 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: VAN
The campground was small and peaceful. The bathrooms and showers were kept very clean. Our site was spacious, with water and trash receptacles right across the driveway. They accepted a credit card for purchasing firewood, which was very helpful. We had a great stay and look forward to going back!
Chris K
VerifiedJune 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: VAN
We come here every summer in June. Usually we have an excellent stay but unfortunately this time was different. There was a very loud group a few sites over that was extremely loud between talking, yelling and loud music until almost midnight. Even after the camp site manager went over to talk to them.
The next night was much better and all we got great sleep and enjoyed the rest of the stay.
Facilities are always cleaned multiple times a day and in general the camp site is great.
Jennifer B
VerifiedJune 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: VAN
Loved this campsite. Clean, large, host was nice, bathrooms clean, and the extra lake/hike area near were awesome!
John G
VerifiedJune 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: VAN
Nice campground right off a two-lane highway. Quiet at night. Well maintained sites, clean functional bathrooms. Hosts were very helpful.
Location & Directions for Van Hook Glade
14014 Highland Rd, Highlands, NC 28741 United States
Elevation: 992 ft
Getting There
From Highlands, North Carolina, follow Highway 64 west approximately 4.5 mi. The campground entrance is on the right.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via Highway 64, which is approximately 4.5 miles from Highlands, North Carolina.
Nearby National Park
Deep Creek Entrance
Approximate driving time: 1 hr (60 min)
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: October 20, 2026