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
Sheri R
VerifiedMay 3, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
We love Cataloochee Campground!! Great sites!
Jason B
VerifiedApril 28, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Jason B
VerifiedApril 28, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
John W
VerifiedApril 8, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Nice secluded campground tucked back in the mountains. You have to drive a narrow, curvy dirt road for miles in the mountains to get to it. In places, the road is just barely wide enough for two regular-sized vehicles to squeeze past each other. The sites are of good size and the bathroom was clean.
John W
VerifiedApril 8, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Nice secluded campground tucked back in the mountains. You have to drive a narrow, curvy dirt road for miles in the mountains to get to it. In places, the road is just barely wide enough for two regular-sized vehicles to squeeze past each other. The sites are of good size and the bathroom was clean.
William C
VerifiedDecember 29, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Bring plenty of kiln-dried firewood this time of year. Very pleasant experience.
William C
VerifiedDecember 29, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Bring plenty of kiln-dried firewood this time of year. Very pleasant experience.
SCOTT P
VerifiedNovember 12, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Wonderful, well kept secret of the park system. Beautiful trails, campgrounds, historical buildings, streams, creeks, rivers and waterfalls. Everything is well maintained and clean. Please be aware that the ride into the park is very intense. Not for the faint of heart. Love this park.
SCOTT P
VerifiedNovember 12, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Wonderful, well kept secret of the park system. Beautiful trails, campgrounds, historical buildings, streams, creeks, rivers and waterfalls. Everything is well maintained and clean. Please be aware that the ride into the park is very intense. Not for the faint of heart. Love this park.
Marguerite B
VerifiedNovember 8, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
A true outdoor experience is what awaits the camper at Cataloochee. As if surrounded by GSMNPark isn't enough, there are trails within a few yards of the CG entrance, the sound of Cataloochee creek is ever present, lots of previously inhabited buildings to explore and of course the main attraction, the magnificent Elk just down the road. Can't beat the front row seats for viewing. Once camp is set there is no reason to wind back up the dirt road for anything. Be happy, respect and love the space.
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
