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
Suzanne W
VerifiedJune 2, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Awesome place. Interesting narrow road getting to the campground which is not for the faint of heart. It would be a challenge for rvers. Camp host was very nice and knowledgeable about the area.
Tommy C
VerifiedMay 28, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
What an amazing campground! Everything was orderly and clean and well-maintained. The restrooms were incredibly clean and the Campos were very friendly.
Tommy C
VerifiedMay 28, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
What an amazing campground! Everything was orderly and clean and well-maintained. The restrooms were incredibly clean and the Campos were very friendly.
Marna Y
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Enjoyed the valley and surrounding mountains. Bathroom clean and sell-stocked. Watch out for poison ivy.
Marna Y
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Enjoyed the valley and surrounding mountains. Bathroom clean and sell-stocked. Watch out for poison ivy.
Aprille S
VerifiedMay 24, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful campground, very clean, scenery is spectacular. Camp hosts super nice!
Aprille S
VerifiedMay 24, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful campground, very clean, scenery is spectacular. Camp hosts super nice!
Dan H
VerifiedMay 20, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Lisa G
VerifiedMay 20, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Camphosts were great! Although the road coming was challenging, the campground didn't disappoint. Loved our stay.
Dan H
VerifiedMay 20, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE 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 5, 2026
