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Mi Mountain Campground
Swan Cabin Group Camp
Swan Cabin is no longer open for occupancy due to health and safety concerns, but group camping is permitted in the adjacent grassy field. Located in the Nantahala National Forest, this rustic cabin, built in 1931 and named after the Swan Family, ...
Riverbend Campground
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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.
Sunburst
Sunburst is a small camping facility featuring a single row of campsites equipped with picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts, and campfire rings with grills. It offers restrooms with flush toilets and on-site firewood sales.
Indian Boundary
Indian Boundary Recreation Area is a family-friendly campground in the Cherokee National Forest, featuring a swim beach, picnic area, and an accessible pavilion. Visitors can enjoy a 3.2-mile hiking and biking trail around the lake, along with stu...
Cartoogechaye Creek Campground
From $25/night
Franklin RV Park & Campground
Balsam Lake Lodge
Balsam Lake Lodge is located in the 39,000-acre Roy Taylor Forest within Nantahala National Forest, offering stunning views of Balsam Lake. Since opening to the public in 1982, it has been used for group meetings and recreational activities. The l...
Paint Creek Campground
Paint Creek Recreation Area, situated at 1,760 feet in Greene County, offers spacious campsites with scenic streamside views surrounded by native vegetation. Strict food storage regulations are enforced to prevent bear encounters, requiring all fo...
Donley Cabin
Donley Cabin is a historic, primitive structure in the Cherokee National Forest, offering a glimpse into the past without modern amenities like electricity or running water. It requires a quarter-mile walk from the parking area and is surrounded b...
Waters Edge Campground
Mcnabb Creek Group
McNabb Creek Group Campground is situated by the North River in the Tellico River area. It offers a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, swimming, hiking, and hunting.
Standing Indian Campground
Standing Indian Campground offers a scenic stop for RV and tent travelers in Nantahala National Forest, providing various amenities for a comfortable stay. It's an ideal base for exploring the area's history and natural beauty. The campground is c...
Six Ridges Campground - ARCHIVE
Brookview RV
Van Hook Glade
Van Hook Glade is a picturesque and secluded campground located in Nantahala National Forest. It offers convenience for families and anglers, with nearby hiking trails, scenic views, waterfalls, and a lake. The area is ideal for outdoor enthusiast...
Lone Mountain Marina and Campground
Mount Pisgah Campground
Mount Pisgah Campground, located in western North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers a scenic retreat at 4,980 feet elevation, surrounded by dense hardwood forests. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking sunrise and sunset views from nearby overl...
Peachtree Cave RV Park
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Mi Mountain Campground
Swan Cabin Group Camp
Swan Cabin is no longer open for occupancy due to health and safety concerns, but group camping is permitted in the adjacent grassy field. Located in the Nantahala National Forest, this rustic cabin, built in 1931 and named after the Swan Family, ...
Riverbend Campground
From $5/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.
Sunburst
Sunburst is a small camping facility featuring a single row of campsites equipped with picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts, and campfire rings with grills. It offers restrooms with flush toilets and on-site firewood sales.
Indian Boundary
Indian Boundary Recreation Area is a family-friendly campground in the Cherokee National Forest, featuring a swim beach, picnic area, and an accessible pavilion. Visitors can enjoy a 3.2-mile hiking and biking trail around the lake, along with stu...
Cartoogechaye Creek Campground
From $25/night
Franklin RV Park & Campground
Balsam Lake Lodge
Balsam Lake Lodge is located in the 39,000-acre Roy Taylor Forest within Nantahala National Forest, offering stunning views of Balsam Lake. Since opening to the public in 1982, it has been used for group meetings and recreational activities. The l...
Paint Creek Campground
Paint Creek Recreation Area, situated at 1,760 feet in Greene County, offers spacious campsites with scenic streamside views surrounded by native vegetation. Strict food storage regulations are enforced to prevent bear encounters, requiring all fo...
Donley Cabin
Donley Cabin is a historic, primitive structure in the Cherokee National Forest, offering a glimpse into the past without modern amenities like electricity or running water. It requires a quarter-mile walk from the parking area and is surrounded b...
Waters Edge Campground
Mcnabb Creek Group
McNabb Creek Group Campground is situated by the North River in the Tellico River area. It offers a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, swimming, hiking, and hunting.
Standing Indian Campground
Standing Indian Campground offers a scenic stop for RV and tent travelers in Nantahala National Forest, providing various amenities for a comfortable stay. It's an ideal base for exploring the area's history and natural beauty. The campground is c...
Six Ridges Campground - ARCHIVE
Brookview RV
Van Hook Glade
Van Hook Glade is a picturesque and secluded campground located in Nantahala National Forest. It offers convenience for families and anglers, with nearby hiking trails, scenic views, waterfalls, and a lake. The area is ideal for outdoor enthusiast...
Lone Mountain Marina and Campground
Mount Pisgah Campground
Mount Pisgah Campground, located in western North Carolina on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers a scenic retreat at 4,980 feet elevation, surrounded by dense hardwood forests. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking sunrise and sunset views from nearby overl...
Peachtree Cave RV Park
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Gatlinburg has 152 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Franklin RV Park & Campground 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 Gatlinburg 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 Gatlinburg welcome pets. Van Hook Glade 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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