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Daniel C
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2026 Stayed at: 21, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
We had an amazing time at this campground! We rode our bikes a short distance to a meadow each morning and evening to watch the elk graze… it was magical!
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About Cataloochee Campground
Cataloochee campground is located in the historic Cataloochee Valley--a relatively remote part of Smoky Mountain National Park. The secluded setting offers visitors the ability to enjoy a multitude of recreational activities like hiking and fishing, without the crowds, which are sometimes common in other parts of the park.
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1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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11, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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12, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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13, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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14, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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15, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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2, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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20, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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21, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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24, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 42 ft long · Gravel
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25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 46 ft long · Gravel
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26, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 36 ft long · Gravel
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5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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7, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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11, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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12, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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13, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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14, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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15, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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2, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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20, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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21, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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24, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 42 ft long · Gravel
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25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 46 ft long · Gravel
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26, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 36 ft long · Gravel
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5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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7, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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863 reviews
Summary
Cataloochee Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience, with friendly hosts and abundant wildlife, including elk and bears. The area is well-maintained, featuring clean facilities and a lovely creek, making it ideal for photography and exploration. However, access can be challenging due to rough roads, and some sites may have issues with standing water and proximity to neighbors.
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William B
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2026 Stayed at: 5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Awesome as usual wonderful weather streams were up Elk and bear did not disappoint the only down fall was the portion of road closed from Hurricane Helene but thats ok as well Animals have a place to escape people
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Jack P
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2026 Stayed at: 8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Ice would be nice we were next to only camper with a generator which really disturbed the quiet
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Rachael H
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2026 Stayed at: 4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
We visit every year in September. It’s always well-maintained with a kind Campground host.
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Mickie B
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2026 Stayed at: 17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
I had a great and peaceful time there. It would have been better if I had stayed two nights so that I could have left my car parked at my camping site and walked to the Boogerman Trail. Since I was there only one night, I had to drive up at 7 a.m. and get my daily parking pass to park near to the campground.
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Mikayla W
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2026 Stayed at: 19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Honestly don’t recommend this campsite if you are tent camping. VERY close to the bathrooms which means you can hear every toilet flush, hand dryer and door slam close. This noise woke us up throughout the night and this paired with people driving fast in and out of the campsite constantly meant there was no peace. People are not quiet or respectful nor observe quiet hours so do with that information what you will.
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Matthew W
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 Stayed at: 8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
I liked the area, but the sites are just way too close. Its hard to be quiet enough for folks even during non-quiet hours. I'm glad we went, but its not for me.
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Eric W
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 Stayed at: 23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
The Camp Host was very attentive.
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Alison P
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 Stayed at: 20, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
The camp host was excellent. Very informative, welcoming, and on guard. This was a beautiful campground and area of the park.
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Isaac M
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2026 Stayed at: 16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Best experience EVER. Great athmosphere
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Location & Directions for Cataloochee Campground
3576 Ranger Station Rd, Waynesville, NC 37876 United States
Elevation: 801 ft
Getting There
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 mi to an intersection and c...
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 mi to an intersection and continue another .5 mi to the left.
Highway access
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.
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The closest entrance is: Cataloochee Entrance
Approximate drive: 2.1 mi · 4 min
Near Yosemite National Park
The closest entrance is: Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate drive: 32.3 mi · 55 min
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Last updated: October 24, 2026
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