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Bobby M
VerifiedOctober 2, 2020 Stayed at: 21, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Camp host was very informative and helpful.
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About Cataloochee Campground
Cataloochee campground is located in the historic Cataloochee Valley--a relatively remote part of Smoky Mountain National Park. The secluded setting offers visitors the ability to enjoy a multitude of recreational activities like hiking and fishing, without the crowds, which are sometimes common in other parts of the park.
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1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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11, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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12, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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13, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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14, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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15, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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2, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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20, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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21, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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24, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 42 ft long · Gravel
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25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 46 ft long · Gravel
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26, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 36 ft long · Gravel
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5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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7, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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1, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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10, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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11, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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12, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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13, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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14, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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15, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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16, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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17, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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18, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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19, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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2, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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20, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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21, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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22, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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23, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 44 ft long · Gravel
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24, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 42 ft long · Gravel
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25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 46 ft long · Gravel
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26, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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27, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Gravel
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3, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 33 ft long · Gravel
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4, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 36 ft long · Gravel
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5, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft long · Gravel
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6, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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7, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 34 ft long · Gravel
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8, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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9, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 38 ft long · Gravel
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Reviews
863 reviews
Summary
Cataloochee Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience, with friendly hosts and abundant wildlife, including elk and bears. The area is well-maintained, featuring clean facilities and a lovely creek, making it ideal for photography and exploration. However, access can be challenging due to rough roads, and some sites may have issues with standing water and proximity to neighbors.
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Sam C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2020 Stayed at: 25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Very quiet, nice neighbors. Road in sucks, campsites are very close together and tight to get it. No electricity, no dump station. Most excellent camp ground host. Game viewing is great, but typical of federal camp grounds, just worn out. Tired needs a major face lift. ill likely not go back, at least with a camp trailer.
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Sam C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2020 Stayed at: 25, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
Very quiet, nice neighbors. Road in sucks, campsites are very close together and tight to get it. No electricity, no dump station. Most excellent camp ground host. Game viewing is great, but typical of federal camp grounds, just worn out. Tired needs a major face lift. ill likely not go back, at least with a camp trailer.
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Jo V
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2020 Stayed at: 12, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
It’s a great small campground in a beautiful location. The history is interesting & the hiking is good. It’s a beautiful, relaxing setting.
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Jo V
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2020 Stayed at: 12, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
It’s a great small campground in a beautiful location. The history is interesting & the hiking is good. It’s a beautiful, relaxing setting.
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Kristin G
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2020 Stayed at: 26, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
A beautiful little campground located right on the river. Lots of trees, sites are nicely sized, and it's a perfect location to easily go see the amazing elk in the park.
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Kristin G
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2020 Stayed at: 26, Loop: CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND
A beautiful little campground located right on the river. Lots of trees, sites are nicely sized, and it's a perfect location to easily go see the amazing elk in the park.
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Betsy L
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2020 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.
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Betsy L
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2020 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.
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Richard R
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2020 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.
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Location & Directions for Cataloochee Campground
3576 Ranger Station Rd, Waynesville, NC 37876 United States
Elevation: 801 ft
Getting There
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 mi to an intersection and c...
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 mi to an intersection and continue another .5 mi to the left.
Highway access
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.
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The closest entrance is: Cataloochee Entrance
Approximate drive: 2.1 mi · 4 min
Near Yosemite National Park
The closest entrance is: Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate drive: 32.3 mi · 55 min
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