Cheoah Point Campground

1373 Thunderbird Mountain Road, Robbinsvillle, North Carolina, United States
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CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND
CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND
CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND
CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND
CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND

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About Cheoah Point Campground

Cheoah Point Campground lies on a peninsula of the vast Lake Santeetlah in the hills of western North Carolina. The lake and surrounding landscape provide countless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Available sites

6 total sites
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Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Kayaking

Kayaking

Spring Summer Fall
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 15 to Nov 1

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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6 Sites Available

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⛺ 18, Loop: CHEOAH POINT Tent
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⛺ 19, Loop: CHEOAH POINT Tent
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⛺ 20, Loop: CHEOAH POINT Tent
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⛺ 21, Loop: CHEOAH POINT Tent
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⛺ 22, Loop: CHEOAH POINT Tent
Gravel
⛺ 23, Loop: CHEOAH POINT Tent
Gravel

Reviews

291 reviews

Summary

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Cheoah Point Campground is praised for its beautiful location near Lake Santeetlah, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a great spot for camping and outdoor activities. While the campground offers nice amenities like clean bathrooms and hot showers, some sites can be close together and lack privacy. Overall, visitors appreciate the serene atmosphere, cleanliness, and accessibility to local attractions, despite occasional concerns about site maintenance and noise.

Based on guest feedback

4.0

Overall rating

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5 stars 44.7% (130)
4 stars 24.7% (72)
3 stars 18.9% (55)
2 stars 6.2% (18)
1 star 5.5% (16)

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Kevin O

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November 8, 2023 Stayed at: 23, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

We enjoyed our stay. Our site was right next to the showers and bathroom very nice facility. Hot showers, sites are a little close in the electric sites, but very nice campsite fire ring, picnic table, site was level. We camped in a 36 ft long fifth wheel. This site offered plenty of space for us. We on boarded water at one of the many water stations in the campground. Maneuvering, a large fifth wheel or motorhome is a little tight and there is no dump station at this campground. Cell phone coverage is minimal at best. We had one bar with T-Mobile. Certainly not enough connectivity to stream TV.

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Kevin O

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November 8, 2023 Stayed at: 23, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

We enjoyed our stay. Our site was right next to the showers and bathroom very nice facility. Hot showers, sites are a little close in the electric sites, but very nice campsite fire ring, picnic table, site was level. We camped in a 36 ft long fifth wheel. This site offered plenty of space for us. We on boarded water at one of the many water stations in the campground. Maneuvering, a large fifth wheel or motorhome is a little tight and there is no dump station at this campground. Cell phone coverage is minimal at best. We had one bar with T-Mobile. Certainly not enough connectivity to stream TV.

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Kevin O

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November 8, 2023 Stayed at: 23, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

We enjoyed our stay. Our site was right next to the showers and bathroom very nice facility. Hot showers, sites are a little close in the electric sites, but very nice campsite fire ring, picnic table, site was level. We camped in a 36 ft long fifth wheel. This site offered plenty of space for us. We on boarded water at one of the many water stations in the campground. Maneuvering, a large fifth wheel or motorhome is a little tight and there is no dump station at this campground. Cell phone coverage is minimal at best. We had one bar with T-Mobile. Certainly not enough connectivity to stream TV.

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Courtney C

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October 30, 2023 Stayed at: 19, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

Lovely location. Only downside were the bathrooms were somewhat dirty.

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Courtney C

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October 30, 2023 Stayed at: 19, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

Lovely location. Only downside were the bathrooms were somewhat dirty.

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Courtney C

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October 30, 2023 Stayed at: 19, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

Lovely location. Only downside were the bathrooms were somewhat dirty.

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Richard H

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August 28, 2023 Stayed at: 22, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

Four of us hiking segments of the Benton MacKaye Trail near Fontana and the Smokies camped here for a few days. The RV sites are a bit cramped, on top of each other. But the location on the lake is great and the hot showers were a welcome treat at the end of each day's hike.

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Richard H

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August 28, 2023 Stayed at: 22, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

Four of us hiking segments of the Benton MacKaye Trail near Fontana and the Smokies camped here for a few days. The RV sites are a bit cramped, on top of each other. But the location on the lake is great and the hot showers were a welcome treat at the end of each day's hike.

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Richard H

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August 28, 2023 Stayed at: 22, Loop: CHEOAH POINT

Four of us hiking segments of the Benton MacKaye Trail near Fontana and the Smokies camped here for a few days. The RV sites are a bit cramped, on top of each other. But the location on the lake is great and the hot showers were a welcome treat at the end of each day's hike.

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Location & Directions for Cheoah Point Campground

1373 Thunderbird Mountain Road, Robbinsvillle, NC 28771 United States

Elevation: 610 ft

Getting There

From Robbinsville, North Carolina, continue on Highway 129 north for approximately 6 mi. Turn left on SR # 1145 - Thunderbird Mountain Road. Continue approximately 1.3 mi on Thunderbird Mountain Road to the Cheoah Point Campground.

Nearest town

Robbinsvillle, NC - 380 mi

About over 5 hr (358 min) to downtown

Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The closest entrance is: Townsend Entrance

Approximate drive: 27.4 mi · 47 min

Near Yosemite National Park

The closest entrance is: Arch Rock Entrance

Approximate drive: 49.7 mi · over 1 hr (85 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

2PM

  • Check-out time is 2 PM.

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.

Site capacity

  • Maximum of 2 vehicles and 8 people per site; maximum stay is 14 days.

Safety & rules

  • Loud noise is prohibited; generators allowed for 3 hours between 10 AM and 10 PM.

Utilities

  • No sewer or water hook-ups at RV sites; electric hook-ups available.

Pets

  • Keep animals leashed; dogs are not allowed on Cheoah Point Beach.

Fires & fuel

  • Obtain firewood locally and do not move it to prevent pest spread.

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Last updated: October 24, 2026

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