About Cataloochee Campground
Number of accommodations: 27
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (773)
What Guests Are Saying
Cataloochee Campground is a charming and peaceful spot, well-regarded for its clean facilities and friendly hosts. Many visitors appreciate the abundant wildlife, including elk and bears, and the serene, forested environment. While access can be tricky due to remote roads and no hookups, the spacious sites and beautiful scenery make it a favorite for campers seeking a simple, nature-focused experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Cataloochee Campground is a charming and peaceful spot, well-regarded for its clean facilities and friendly hosts. Many visitors appreciate the abundant wildlife, including elk and bears, and the serene, forested environment. While access can be tricky due to remote roads and no hookups, the spacious sites and beautiful scenery make it a favorite for campers seeking a simple, nature-focused experience.
Review Summary
Christie K
VerifiedJuly 5, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Campground was as expected. Clean bathrooms, well laid out flat sites and easy access to bear proof trash cans. We spent four nights and the neighbors were all very friendly and respectful of space and noise level. Would highly recommend if you are looking to stay away from the summer crowds.
Richard B
VerifiedJuly 2, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Richard B
VerifiedJuly 2, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
john j
VerifiedMay 31, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
My grandparents were from there so we go there often. The maintenance crews do a good job keeping it maintained. It's good to see that some of the buildings are being repaired but there is much more that needs work.
john j
VerifiedMay 31, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
My grandparents were from there so we go there often. The maintenance crews do a good job keeping it maintained. It's good to see that some of the buildings are being repaired but there is much more that needs work.
Bruce K
VerifiedMay 30, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Great place. I fish most of the time and it is great for that. Make sure you have what you need as it takes awhile to get back to "town".
Bruce K
VerifiedMay 30, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Great place. I fish most of the time and it is great for that. Make sure you have what you need as it takes awhile to get back to "town".
Alfred F
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Great campground for a spring or summer getaway. It's a 30 minute drive off the main road even though it's only 10 miles. Don't forget to get your parking pass for outside the campground. There's only a bathroom not a shower.
Alfred F
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Great campground for a spring or summer getaway. It's a 30 minute drive off the main road even though it's only 10 miles. Don't forget to get your parking pass for outside the campground. There's only a bathroom not a shower.
Bob R
VerifiedMay 24, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Our campsite already had my name and departure date posted on the site sign when I arrived. This site was probably the best front country campsite I have ever stayed in. Appreciated the message board with weather updates.
Location Cataloochee Campground
Address:
3576 Ranger Station Rd
Waynesville, NC, 37876
United States
From I-40 take Exit 20 in North Carolina. Turn right onto Cove Creek Road and follow to the Park boundary. The road goes from pavement to gravel to pavement. Upon reaching the pavement the second time, turn left. Go 2.5 miles to an intersection and continue another .5 miles to the left.
Cataloochee Campground is accessible via I-40, with Exit 20 providing the nearest access point. From the interstate, travelers can reach the campground by following Cove Creek Road to the park boundary.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.6312 / -83.0855
Elevation: 801 feet
Nearby National Park
Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate driving time: 55 min
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
