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
Bob R
VerifiedMay 24, 2024 • 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.
Tara D
VerifiedMay 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Wonderful campground! Hostess was very nice and came around the park a lot to make sure all was well!
The sound of the river is so peaceful and relaxing!
Bathrooms were very clean and well kept!
We will be staying here again soon for sure!
Tara D
VerifiedMay 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Wonderful campground! Hostess was very nice and came around the park a lot to make sure all was well!
The sound of the river is so peaceful and relaxing!
Bathrooms were very clean and well kept!
We will be staying here again soon for sure!
Patricia J
VerifiedMay 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Sweet!
Patricia J
VerifiedMay 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Sweet!
Kenneth W
VerifiedMay 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
What a great time! The host, Ken was very helpful and friendly. Ken and the Forest Sevice personnel do a great job!
Kenneth W
VerifiedMay 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
What a great time! The host, Ken was very helpful and friendly. Ken and the Forest Sevice personnel do a great job!
Md. Hasanur R
VerifiedApril 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
We stayed at site 1 and had a really good experience. The location is close to thw only restroom in the camp as well as to the creek. The campsite was very clean. Ken, the camp host was super friendly.
Md. Hasanur R
VerifiedApril 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
We stayed at site 1 and had a really good experience. The location is close to thw only restroom in the camp as well as to the creek. The campsite was very clean. Ken, the camp host was super friendly.
Joseph S
VerifiedApril 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
This was our third visit to Cataloochee. We wouldn’t camp anywhere else in the Smokies! It’s quiet, peaceful ,shady and far from the crowds. The bathrooms need some updating but that’s the only negative thing I can say.
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
