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
Betsy L
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 14, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Best visit here yet! It was a quiet week, just what the doctor ordered! Elk everywhere and the hiking is always good. I really enjoyed walking on the closed roads.
Richard R
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Clean, wooded sites. Great location near old buildings and elk herd. Only 1/2 full while we were there, but very quiet with white noise provided by Cataloochie brook. Female campground host seemed to have a bit of an attitude when we checked in.
Richard R
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Clean, wooded sites. Great location near old buildings and elk herd. Only 1/2 full while we were there, but very quiet with white noise provided by Cataloochie brook. Female campground host seemed to have a bit of an attitude when we checked in.
Mandy L
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
I cant really review this camp ground as they were closed. This site took my resevstion along with my 25 site fee even though the grounds were CLOSED. Still have yet to receive a refund on site fee. Not holding my breath.
james i
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Best campground in the Smokies
Mandy L
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
I cant really review this camp ground as they were closed. This site took my resevstion along with my 25 site fee even though the grounds were CLOSED. Still have yet to receive a refund on site fee. Not holding my breath.
james i
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Best campground in the Smokies
Lisa O
VerifiedMarch 20, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Very nice private campground, enjoyed our time there greatly! Plan on returning this year!!
Lisa O
VerifiedMarch 20, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Very nice private campground, enjoyed our time there greatly! Plan on returning this year!!
Rebecca D
VerifiedFebruary 8, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
one of my favorite places, love the old houses and the elk. also listening to the creek that runs through the 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 4, 2026
