About Cataloochee Campground
Number of accommodations: 27
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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
Chris B
VerifiedApril 8, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 7, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
An amazing campsite in one of the most beautiful and secluded places in the Eastern U.S. The drive in is not easy from Asheville and you'll be on a single lane dirt road for a few miles. Pack all you need for the stay because once you're in, you're in. You'll also want to stay in as long as possible because it is beautiful!
Phillip S
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Phillip S
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Jessica G
VerifiedNovember 13, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
What a wonderful spot to camp. There is a nice river flowing nearby, trails nearby, and a very friendly and knowledgeable park host.
Jessica G
VerifiedNovember 13, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
What a wonderful spot to camp. There is a nice river flowing nearby, trails nearby, and a very friendly and knowledgeable park host.
Gary J
VerifiedNovember 11, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Great campground away from the crowds. Have your morning coffee while watching the elk graze in the meadows a short distance from the campground. It's a long drive on a steep, gravel road with many tight curves. Just go slow and enjoy it.
Gary J
VerifiedNovember 11, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Great campground away from the crowds. Have your morning coffee while watching the elk graze in the meadows a short distance from the campground. It's a long drive on a steep, gravel road with many tight curves. Just go slow and enjoy it.
JaNell B
VerifiedNovember 8, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
The campground was clean and quite. We enjoyed our stay there.
JaNell B
VerifiedNovember 8, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
The campground was clean and quite. We enjoyed our stay there.
Sandra T
VerifiedNovember 6, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
We pulled a 30 foot fifth wheel in over what we call the β three mile road from Hellβ the campground was great but worried much of the time about getting back out. I would suggest the road be limited to no more then three axles, the elk were wonderful !
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 4, 2026
