Bridge over Creek
Gravel parking spur, picnic table, and fire pit at a campsite.
CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)
Curtis Creek Campground Picnic Area
CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

24 total sites

About Curtis Creek Campground (NC)

Curtis Creek Campground is nestled in the mountains at the base of the Blue Ridge just minutes from the quaint town of Old Fort and less than an hour from the popular city of Asheville. Located in the first tract of National Forest land in the eastern US at the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) camp, the campground is surrounded by old growth forests and roaring trout streams. The gravel road through the campground ascends to the Blue Ridge Parkway, providing easy access to the Mount Mitchell area.

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 18 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

24 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 001 Group Site, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 002, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 004, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 006, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 012, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 013, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 014, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 015, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 018, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 019, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 020, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 021, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 022, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 023, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 024, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC) Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews (140)

What Guests Are Saying

Curtis Creek Campground offers a clean and well-maintained environment with friendly hosts and beautiful surroundings, including access to a lovely creek and hiking trails. Many campers appreciated the updates made after Hurricane Helene, such as new tent pads, fire pits, and improved facilities. While some sites may have limited access or odor issues from pit toilets, overall experiences are positive, and many visitors express a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
140 reviews
5
73.6%
103
4
14.3%
20
3
4.3%
6
2
3.6%
5
1
4.3%
6

John M

Verified

May 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

5

We have enjoyed coming to this campground a couple of times a year. we have a need to be adjacent to the disabled spot and have always been able to secure it. The previous hosts were always charming and very helpful any time we needed assistance. Since our travel trailer is 33 ft long, it had always been a little bit of a challenge getting located on the site because it was tricky dealing with the rocks placed along the grass area. Last year, the host moved some of the rocks and guided us in with much less difficulty.

At our visit last weekend, were delighted to see the rocks had been removed -- and getting the trailer on site was a piece of cake. A big thank you to whoever moved the rocks. I do need to add that the current Hosts were also very nice and very welcoming.

Lepage D

Verified

May 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

5

Amazing quiet green place.
Great to haven’t any cell connection.
Be aware of the size of your equipement. Access road is narrow some places.

William L

Verified

February 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

5

The Camp hosts were wonderful.

Perry B

Verified

December 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 001 Group Site, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

4

Extremely well taken care of camp ground. Camp host and hostess were exceptional.

Roger A

Verified

November 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

4

This is not a good spot for rvs over 20 ft, as the road is narrow a dirt for
several miles . Also there is no power or water at sites no shower house bathroom is a glorified porta potty, only water is a spigot outside of toilet. Great for tent camping

Ed R

Verified

November 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

5

Quiet, clean campground. Wish they sold firewood there.

Paige W

Verified

November 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

5

This is a beautiful place with trailheads. Plan to stay more than 1 night so you can hike the trails on site! As you're driving in on the gravel road, Curtis Creek Rd., you kind of feel like you're not in the right place. After passing private residences, you will make it to the camp eventually!

Anne F

Verified

November 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

4

The campground was more spread out than others which I really liked. The walk in tent sites were pretty private which was great! There is not cell reception and the bathrooms are well maintained vault toilet, but that is the reason for my very good vs excellent review. I would highly recommend!

Lauren C

Verified

October 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

1

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Jody A

Verified

October 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 001 Group Site, Loop: CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

1

Noisy, crowded, & buggy

Location & Directions for Curtis Creek Campground (NC)

109 East Lawing Drive, Nebo, NC 28761 United States

Getting There

From I-40, take Exit 73 towards Old Fort. Take Catawba Ave. north 0.5 mi to US-70E/E Main St. Turn right on US-70E and go 1.8 mi to Curtis Creek Rd. (Curtis Creek Campground sign). Turn left on Curtis Creek Rd. and drive 4 mi to campground.

Nearest town

Nebo, NC - 120 mi

About over 1 hr (118 min) to downtown

Highway access

Curtis Creek Campground is accessible from I-40, with Exit 73 being the nearest interchange. US-70E is also nearby, providing direct access to the campground via Curtis Creek Rd.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Campground is open April 1 to December 31.
  • First-come, first-served sites are available.
  • While the standard non-electric sites will support RVs, there are no RV amenities.
  • The facility is located in a bear sanctuary; be aware, keep a clean camp, store all food items in closed containers or locked inside vehicles.
  • No alcohol is allowed.
  • For more information, please call the Grandfather Ranger District at 828-652-2144.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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Asheville, NC

Approx. 21 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,070 ft

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