Warning
GeneralDue to health and safety concerns, occupancy within Swan Cabin will no longer be permitted. However, group camping outside the cabin is allowed and reservation holders have the choice to maintain their existing reservation or cancel for a full refund by calling Recreation.gov at 877-444-6777 or directly through your Recreation.gov profile. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates1 total site
Tent Sites
1 site
About Swan Cabin Group Camp
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Connectivity and Media
- Cell Reception
Parking and Transport
- Parking
C01, Loop: SWCA
Site Details
Reviews (54)
What Guests Are Saying
Swan Cabin Group Camp offers a secluded and beautiful setting, perfect for enjoying nature and watching fireflies. While some guests noted issues like overgrown trails and cabin maintenance concerns, many appreciated the joy of the swing and the tranquility of the area. Caution is advised for low-clearance vehicles, but overall, visitors had a lovely experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Swan Cabin Group Camp offers a secluded and beautiful setting, perfect for enjoying nature and watching fireflies. While some guests noted issues like overgrown trails and cabin maintenance concerns, many appreciated the joy of the swing and the tranquility of the area. Caution is advised for low-clearance vehicles, but overall, visitors had a lovely experience.
Review Summary
Charles P
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2021 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Swan cabin is a very special place. Visitors should be prepared for isolation, relaxation and adventures. The Stratton bald hike is amazing! Pack a lunch and enjoy the beautiful view of both TN and NC.
Charles P
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2021 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Swan cabin is a very special place. Visitors should be prepared for isolation, relaxation and adventures. The Stratton bald hike is amazing! Pack a lunch and enjoy the beautiful view of both TN and NC.
David M
VerifiedOctober 30, 2021 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
David M
VerifiedOctober 30, 2021 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
David M
VerifiedOctober 30, 2021 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Roy P
VerifiedMay 11, 2022 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Second visit to Swan Cabin. Got there during a new moon and the stargazing was incredible. The location is peaceful and the American Gold Finch nesting nest the cabin were beautiful to watch and had a lovely song too.
Roy P
VerifiedMay 11, 2022 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Second visit to Swan Cabin. Got there during a new moon and the stargazing was incredible. The location is peaceful and the American Gold Finch nesting nest the cabin were beautiful to watch and had a lovely song too.
Jordan G
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Beautiful setting. Peaceful surroundings. Be prepared to secure all food and cooking supplies from mice and bears. Excellent location for viewing the night sky with no light pollution.
Jordan G
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Beautiful setting. Peaceful surroundings. Be prepared to secure all food and cooking supplies from mice and bears. Excellent location for viewing the night sky with no light pollution.
Randy H
VerifiedJune 11, 2022 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: SWCA
Cabin is dirty and full of vermin including mice and bats. It is a shame that this old cabin is not better maintained. Logs are rotting, windows are broken, etc.. Had some midnight visitors who tried to break into my car. This would also be a much easier place and more secure place to stay is you did not have to carry everything up and down the hill. No reason that the driveway should not drive up to the building , except just to make it more difficult.
On the plus side, the location and privacy are Excellent.
Location Swan Cabin Group Camp
Address:
500 Swan Cabin Road
Robbinsville, NC, 28771
United States
From Robbinsville, North Carolina, take Highway 129 north. After about 2 miles turn left onto 143 West (Massey Branch Road). Pass the Ranger Office and continue to the stop sign (2.2 miles). At the stop sign, turn right, continuing on 143 West for approximately 6.9 miles. Turn right on NC 1134 toward Joyce Kilmer. Continue only about 50 feet. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 81. Continue on this gravel road approximately 8 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 81F and continue for 2.7 miles. Swan Cabin Group Camp is located on the left, off of Forest Service Road 81F.
Elevation: 1385 feet
Nearby National Park
Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate driving time: 1 hr 36 min
19 mi drive to downtown Robbinsville (about 44 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Vehicles & parking
- Do not lock the road gate to ensure access for private landowners.
- Access roads may become muddy or snowy, requiring 4WD vehicles during poor conditions; no refunds for access issues due to weather.
- Equipment must be carried in from the parking area, about 100 feet away.
Utilities
- There is no running water at the group camp.
Accessibility
- Expect unreliable cell phone service at the cabin.
Safety & rules
- Guests are required to bring trash bags and pack out their garbage.
- Guests are advised to check hunting season dates and take precautions during that time.
General
- Click here for more information about National Forests in North Carolina
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pest spread.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralDue to health and safety concerns, occupancy within Swan Cabin will no longer be permitted. However, group camping outside the cabin is allowed and reservation holders have the choice to maintain their existing reservation or cancel for a full refund by calling Recreation.gov at 877-444-6777 or directly through your Recreation.gov profile. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
