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
Craig P
VerifiedJune 7, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Still my favorite campground in GSMNP. Camp host this 2 weeks of camping was outstanding. Plan your visit and bring everything you will need for the duration of your stay, otherwise a trip to civilization will be needed. As always in the Park's campgrounds, know what poison ivy looks like.
Craig P
VerifiedJune 7, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Still my favorite campground in GSMNP. Camp host this 2 weeks of camping was outstanding. Plan your visit and bring everything you will need for the duration of your stay, otherwise a trip to civilization will be needed. As always in the Park's campgrounds, know what poison ivy looks like.
Dave W
VerifiedJune 7, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 14, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
This is a beautiful campground and we had an awesome campsite. And to get up there(location) was an experience of a lifetime, I'm so glad we booked it!
June H
VerifiedJune 2, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Peaceful!
June H
VerifiedJune 2, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Peaceful!
Gregory H
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Campground was very friendly and welcoming.
Gregory H
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Campground was very friendly and welcoming.
Kip P
VerifiedMay 29, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Very quiet, remote and well maintained! Park host was very visible and readily available for help. Bathrooms were very clean! Great place to relax, fish, hike and to check out the elk!! Definitely would camp there again.
Kip P
VerifiedMay 29, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Very quiet, remote and well maintained! Park host was very visible and readily available for help. Bathrooms were very clean! Great place to relax, fish, hike and to check out the elk!! Definitely would camp there again.
amber s
VerifiedMay 27, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
We loved staying at the Cataloochee campground! The bathrooms were convenient and clean. It was quiet and very peaceful. We are already planning to come back soon!
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 5, 2026
