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Cosby Group Camp
Cosby Group Camp is located in the mountains near Cosby Creek, providing a tranquil and secluded setting for visitors. It offers a serene environment amidst the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
From $50/night
Cosby Campground
Cosby Campground offers a peaceful backcountry camping experience in the Great Smoky Mountains, featuring shaded sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Reservations are required for all campsites, which include tent pads and limited RV sites, wi...
From $30/night
Cosby Picnic Pavilion
The Cosby Picnic Pavilion is a serene and shaded spot in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing a peaceful retreat for visitors. It is located alongside Cosby Creek and features a sheltered, accessible area. An accessible restroom is c...
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area provides year-round activities such as camping, picnicking, boating, swimming, and hiking around the scenic lake. Located in a mountain valley within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, it is about 80 mile...
From $26/night
Rocky Bluff Campground
Rocky Bluff Campground provides a peaceful, wooded environment just 3 miles from Hot Springs and the French Broad River. It is conveniently situated along NC Scenic Byway 209 in the Spring Creek Gorge Area.
From $15/night
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion
The Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion is nestled in the mountains, providing a tranquil and shaded setting for visitors. It offers a serene atmosphere, perfect for enjoying the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is located in the picturesque Pisgah National Forest. It offers activities such as swimming, fishing, tubing, hiking, camping, and picnicking for small to medium-sized groups. Visitors can enjoy relaxation in the ...
From $28/night
Desoto Falls Recreation Area
Desoto Falls Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, about two hours north of Atlanta. It offers year-round activities like camping, fishing, and hiking to nearby waterfalls, with 23 campsi...
From $20/night
Honeysuckle Springs
From $35/night
Creekside Stayz
From $22/night
Friendship Falls Campground
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion is the largest pavilion in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, nestled in a scenic forest. It offers a secluded and private setting, making it a favored spot for group outings.
Carolina Valley RV
Love's RV Hookup-Blacksburg SC 397
Woods Ferry Campground (SC)
Woods Ferry Campground, located in the Enoree Ranger District of Chester County, SC, features a picturesque setting along the Broad River, surrounded by rolling hills and diverse forests. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking on the Wo...
From $7/night
Spence Cabin
Spence Cabin is a perfect venue for small family gatherings, meetings, or weddings, offering a serene escape in the Great Smoky Mountains. It features outdoor patios for relaxation and is located in the historic Elkmont District, recognized on the...
Appalachian Clubhouse
The Appalachian Clubhouse, built in 1934, is a historic building in the Elkmont Historic District, recently rehabilitated by the National Park Service to maintain its 1930s appearance while adding modern amenities. Originally a gathering spot for ...
Elkmont Campground
Located eight miles from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Elkmont Campground is the largest and busiest campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. At an elevation of 2,150 feet, the area enjoys a moderate climate, characterized by mild winters and ...
From $30/night
Elkmont Group Camp
Elkmont Group Camp is located in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park, making it a perfect destination for group camping. It caters to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a scenic experience. The site provides an ideal environment for various...
From $75/night
Cheoah Point Campground
Cheoah Point Campground is situated on a peninsula of Lake Santeetlah in western North Carolina. The area offers numerous recreational activities for outdoor enthusiasts. It is surrounded by scenic landscapes, enhancing the camping experience.
From $25/night
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Cosby Group Camp
Cosby Group Camp is located in the mountains near Cosby Creek, providing a tranquil and secluded setting for visitors. It offers a serene environment amidst the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
From $50/night
Cosby Campground
Cosby Campground offers a peaceful backcountry camping experience in the Great Smoky Mountains, featuring shaded sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Reservations are required for all campsites, which include tent pads and limited RV sites, wi...
From $30/night
Cosby Picnic Pavilion
The Cosby Picnic Pavilion is a serene and shaded spot in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing a peaceful retreat for visitors. It is located alongside Cosby Creek and features a sheltered, accessible area. An accessible restroom is c...
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area provides year-round activities such as camping, picnicking, boating, swimming, and hiking around the scenic lake. Located in a mountain valley within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, it is about 80 mile...
From $26/night
Rocky Bluff Campground
Rocky Bluff Campground provides a peaceful, wooded environment just 3 miles from Hot Springs and the French Broad River. It is conveniently situated along NC Scenic Byway 209 in the Spring Creek Gorge Area.
From $15/night
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion
The Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion is nestled in the mountains, providing a tranquil and shaded setting for visitors. It offers a serene atmosphere, perfect for enjoying the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is located in the picturesque Pisgah National Forest. It offers activities such as swimming, fishing, tubing, hiking, camping, and picnicking for small to medium-sized groups. Visitors can enjoy relaxation in the ...
From $28/night
Desoto Falls Recreation Area
Desoto Falls Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, about two hours north of Atlanta. It offers year-round activities like camping, fishing, and hiking to nearby waterfalls, with 23 campsi...
From $20/night
Honeysuckle Springs
From $35/night
Creekside Stayz
From $22/night
Friendship Falls Campground
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion is the largest pavilion in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, nestled in a scenic forest. It offers a secluded and private setting, making it a favored spot for group outings.
Carolina Valley RV
Love's RV Hookup-Blacksburg SC 397
Woods Ferry Campground (SC)
Woods Ferry Campground, located in the Enoree Ranger District of Chester County, SC, features a picturesque setting along the Broad River, surrounded by rolling hills and diverse forests. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking on the Wo...
From $7/night
Spence Cabin
Spence Cabin is a perfect venue for small family gatherings, meetings, or weddings, offering a serene escape in the Great Smoky Mountains. It features outdoor patios for relaxation and is located in the historic Elkmont District, recognized on the...
Appalachian Clubhouse
The Appalachian Clubhouse, built in 1934, is a historic building in the Elkmont Historic District, recently rehabilitated by the National Park Service to maintain its 1930s appearance while adding modern amenities. Originally a gathering spot for ...
Elkmont Campground
Located eight miles from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Elkmont Campground is the largest and busiest campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. At an elevation of 2,150 feet, the area enjoys a moderate climate, characterized by mild winters and ...
From $30/night
Elkmont Group Camp
Elkmont Group Camp is located in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park, making it a perfect destination for group camping. It caters to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a scenic experience. The site provides an ideal environment for various...
From $75/night
Cheoah Point Campground
Cheoah Point Campground is situated on a peninsula of Lake Santeetlah in western North Carolina. The area offers numerous recreational activities for outdoor enthusiasts. It is surrounded by scenic landscapes, enhancing the camping experience.
From $25/night
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Pickens has 307 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Carolina Valley RV is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Pickens vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Pickens welcome pets. Elkmont Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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