Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Hot Springs, North Carolina, United States

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Top Campgrounds near Hot Springs

603 campgrounds 5,613 available sites
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Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)

Gainesville, GA · 124.7 mi from Hot Springs

2.3 (4 reviews)

Bolding Mill Park, located 30 mi north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offers stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. The lake, named after poet Sidney Lanier, is famous for its aqua-blue waters and beautiful scen...

  • Beach Access
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Bolding Mill

Gainesville, GA · 124.7 mi from Hot Springs

4.4 (1038 reviews)

Bolding Mill Campground offers comfortable amenities and a well-maintained facility on Lake Sidney Lanier. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, a spacious picnic area, and a large swimming beach, making it ideal for families.

  • RV sites: 86
  • Tent sites: 95
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
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Waitsboro Campground

Somerset, KY · 125.8 mi from Hot Springs

4.2 (157 reviews)

Waitsboro Campground, located at 500 Waitsboro Road, is nestled along the scenic Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky. It offers a picturesque setting for visitors. For more information, a virtual tour of Lake Cumberland is available.

  • RV sites: 16
  • Tent sites: 6
  • Pet friendly
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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Thompson Creek Park Shelter (GA)

Dawsonville, GA · 125.9 mi from Hot Springs

5.0 (1 review)

Thompson Creek Park is located 30 mi north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. Known for its aqua-blue waters and scenic beauty, the lake attracts around 11.8 million v...

  • Picnic Table
  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Little Hall Shelter (GA)

Gainesville, GA · 126 mi from Hot Springs

3.0 (1 review)

Little Hall Park is located about 30 mi north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. The lake, named after poet Sidney Lanier, is renowned for its aqua-blue waters and sce...

  • Beach Access
  • Playground
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Duckett Mill

Gainesville, GA · 126 mi from Hot Springs

4.5 (734 reviews)

Duckett Mill Campground is situated on Lake Sidney Lanier, renowned for its stunning aqua-blue waters and diverse recreational options, attracting over 11 million visitors each year. Created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s, the la...

  • RV sites: 95
  • Tent sites: 109
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
  • Showers

Cherry Treesort

China Grove, NC · 126 mi from Hot Springs

4.8 (5 reviews)

  • Jumping Pillow
  • Deck or Patio
  • View
  • Grill
Closed for Season

Dewey Lake Shelter

Van Lear, KY · 128.1 mi from Hot Springs

4.1 (29 reviews)

Dewey Lake Shelters provide a day-use area along the shores of Dewey Lake in eastern Kentucky, near the Appalachian Mountains. The site features a tranquil, forested environment ideal for outdoor activities. It accommodates groups of up to 150 gue...

  • Potable Water
  • Playground
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Mill Springs Mill Shelter

Monticello, KY · 130.1 mi from Hot Springs

Mill Springs Mill, situated at 9135 Highway 1275 North in Monticello, KY, is a day-use facility by Lake Cumberland, offering scenic views of the lake. Overnight camping is not permitted. Visitors can access a virtual tour of Lake Cumberland.

  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Lake Access

Explore Hot Springs, NC

Population: 567

Nearby city: Asheville, NC

Approx. 26 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,332 ft

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Explore Hot Springs, NC

Population: 567

Nearby city: Asheville, NC

Approx. 26 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,332 ft

About Hot Springs, North Carolina

Set in the Blue Ridge of western North Carolina, Hot Springs is a classic mountain basecamp on the Appalachian Trail and the French Broad River. Campgrounds and RV parks near Hot Springs put you close to Pisgah National Forest for hiking, paddling, and fishing, with shaded tent sites, riverfront spots, rustic cabins, and glamping. Explore 585 outdoor stays around the area, with average nightly rates near $44 and options from $2 to $328.

Trip planning is straightforward: spring through fall offer the most camping choices and the best weather, while winter brings quieter trails and fewer open parks. Reserve early for leaf season weekends. Roads can be winding; arrive before dark and confirm site access for larger rigs. Expect mountain views, forest shade, and nearby trailheads, plus the town’s namesake hot springs for a post-hike soak.

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