Cherokee Family Adventure RV Resort
Cherokee, NC · 54.3 mi from Powell
3.6 (5 reviews)
Top Campgrounds near Powell
189 campgrounds
2,008 available sites
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3.6
Hidden Waters RV Park, Campground & Outdoors
Robbinsville, NC · 54.4 mi from Powell
4.8 (5 reviews)
Hidden Waters RV Park & Campground
Robbinsville, NC · 54.4 mi from Powell
5.0 (5 reviews)
Hidden Waters RV Park & Campground, located in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, offers a family-friendly environment beside Tulula Creek and Hares Creek. With 20 full hook-up sites, guests can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, boating...
- Power Service
- Picnic Table
- Pet friendly
- Water Hookup
Sky Ridge Yurts
Bryson City, NC · 54.5 mi from Powell
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Deck or Patio
- View
- Fire Pit
- Bedrooms
Gorgeous Stays
Bryson City, NC · 54.5 mi from Powell
5.0 (5 reviews)
Nantahala Cabins Inc
Bryson City, NC · 54.5 mi from Powell
5.0 (5 reviews)
Paradise On the Mountain RV Park
Crossville, TN · 54.5 mi from Powell
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- Playground
- Pavilion
Nantahala RV Resort & Campground
Bryson City, NC · 54.7 mi from Powell
4.8 (5 reviews)
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Laundry
Season starts on May 25, 2027
Closed for Season
Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Gatlinburg, TN · 54.9 mi from Powell
4.7 (351 reviews)
Big Creek Campground is a tent-only site in a remote area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring flushing toilets and potable water. It offers a short walk from parking and is accompanied by the soothing sounds of Big Creek. The campgro...
- Tent sites: 12
- Potable Water
- Pet friendly
Ballyhoo Family Campground
Crossville, TN · 56.2 mi from Powell
4.2 (5 reviews)
- General Store
- Showers
- Laundry
- Dump station on site
Fort Wilderness RV Park & Campground
Whittier, NC · 56.4 mi from Powell
1.4 (5 reviews)
Elk Valley Farm RV Resort
Whittier, NC · 56.5 mi from Powell
- Power Service
- Wi Fi
- Picnic Table
- Pet friendly
Elk Valley Farm RV Park
Whittier, NC · 56.5 mi from Powell
Elk Valley Farm RV Park serves as an ideal basecamp for exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring a new 57-site resort that combines natural beauty with modern amenities. Each spacious RV site includes full hookups, complimentar...
- Power Service
- Wi Fi
- Picnic Table
- Pet friendly
Flaming Arrow Campground
Whittier, NC · 57.3 mi from Powell
4.2 (5 reviews)
J&J's Getaway
Murphy, NC · 57.4 mi from Powell
5.0 (5 reviews)
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Waterfront
- Showers
Season starts on May 25, 2027
Closed for Season
Balsam Mountain Campground
Cherokee, NC · 57.7 mi from Powell
4.5 (755 reviews)
Balsam Mountain Campground is situated in a remote area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing a secluded environment for visitors. This location allows for a variety of recreational activities away from the crowds found in other park a...
- RV sites: 25
- Tent sites: 41
- Potable Water
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Fire Pit
Creekside Stayz
Del Rio, TN · 57.8 mi from Powell
- RV sites: 7
Season starts on May 25, 2027
Closed for Season
Cataloochee Horse Camp
Waynesville, NC · 58.2 mi from Powell
4.5 (55 reviews)
Cataloochee Horse Camp, located in the picturesque Cataloochee Valley, provides access to some of the best horseback riding trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Renowned for its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes, the park is ...
- Pet friendly
Season starts on April 15, 2027
Closed for Season
Cheoah Point Cabin 1
Robbinsville, NC · 58.3 mi from Powell
4.0 (10 reviews)
Cheoah Point Cabin 1 is located in the Cheoah Point Recreation Area within Nantahala National Forest, surrounded by mixed hardwood forest. It is part of a campground with tent and RV sites on a peninsula in Santeetlah Lake. The cabin is available ...
- Parking
- Lake Access
Season starts on April 15, 2027
Closed for Season
Cheoah Point Cabin 2
Robbinsville, NC · 58.3 mi from Powell
4.7 (31 reviews)
Cheoah Point Cabin 2 is located in the Cheoah Point Recreation Area within Nantahala National Forest, offering views of Santeetlah Lake. The cabin is part of a campground with tent and RV sites, surrounded by a mixed hardwood forest. It is availab...
- View
- Restrooms
- Grill
- Lake Access
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Powell has 189 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Hidden Waters 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 Powell 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 Powell welcome pets. Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park) is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
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