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
Eric F
VerifiedJuly 27, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 21, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Liked this campground a lot. Sites were well spaced but little vegetation in between. Clean. Friendly camp host. Nice to be in uncrowded part of the park. Gravel roads in and out were pretty fun.
Ben A
VerifiedJuly 18, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 7, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Host was great!
Ben A
VerifiedJuly 18, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 7, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Host was great!
Rickey S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
great trails peacful campground
Rickey S
VerifiedJuly 13, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
great trails peacful campground
James D
VerifiedJuly 6, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Good location. This is not tent only, there are RVs too. Density of campers is pretty high in a small area.
James D
VerifiedJuly 6, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Good location. This is not tent only, there are RVs too. Density of campers is pretty high in a small area.
John G
VerifiedJuly 3, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 11, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
John G
VerifiedJuly 3, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 11, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Kate P
VerifiedJune 24, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Ideal.
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
