About Cataloochee Campground
Number of accommodations: 27
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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
Chelsey S
VerifiedMarch 9, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 24, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
First time camping here and it was everything and more. Beautiful,quiet and peaceful. My group didnβt make it before dark but just after. Reading reviews I worried about the road but it wasnβt bad. Coming at night I could see headlights and knew when to expect someone around the next curve. Just take your time whether it be day or night and youβll be fine. Getting to the campground after dark was fun since I reserved a site in the middle of the campground and couldnβt find the way to get to my site. After a few trips around I stopped and asked someone and there is a road that goes down the middle. A sign there to direct sites #20-27 would be awesome and helpful:) Staying there for several nights I saw this very thing happen to others who arrived after dark. One night a site on the outskirts had a bear coming close and they were yelling at him to stay away. Be prepared for that.We went towards the end of October and still got to hear the big ol boys bugle a time or two and they were magnificent. Loved seeing the old homestead and other places nearby. After we packed up we spent the evening in Maggie Valley before returning home. We will be back!!
Miriam F
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Campsites are well maintained and spacious. The facilities and amenities are all in good condition. It's really lovely.
Miriam F
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Campsites are well maintained and spacious. The facilities and amenities are all in good condition. It's really lovely.
Georgia W
VerifiedNovember 2, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
It was simply perfect.
Georgia W
VerifiedNovember 2, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Love the "back to nature" simplistic camping.
Georgia W
VerifiedNovember 2, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
It was simply perfect.
Georgia W
VerifiedNovember 2, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Love the "back to nature" simplistic camping.
Ryan V
VerifiedNovember 1, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Terrific. Restrooms had soap and hot air dryer! Great campsite, but road to it was a bit tricky.
Ryan V
VerifiedNovember 1, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Terrific. Restrooms had soap and hot air dryer! Great campsite, but road to it was a bit tricky.
Robert S
VerifiedOctober 31, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
The perfect campground.
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
