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Horseshoe Point
Horseshoe Point Campground is located on the shores of Philpott Lake in Franklin County, Virginia, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area offers activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and camping, thanks to its clear wa...
Pound River Campground (VA)
The John W. Flannagan Dam & Reservoir Area features a large lake in the scenic Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, providing a summer recreational haven. The dam, primarily for flood control, maintains the lake at nearly 1,400 feet abo...
Goose Point
Goose Point Campground is located by Philpott Lake in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a scenic natural shoreline and clear waters. It provides a unique experience for visitors seeking outdoor activities. A virtual tour of Philpott Lake i...
Salthouse Branch
Salthouse Branch Campground is situated by Philpott Lake in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, near the rural community of Henry. The area offers a variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and camping, all ...
Steel Bridge Campground
Steel Bridge Group Campground offers rustic group camping with minimal amenities. It features three shaded sites suitable for small groups. Ideal for those seeking a simple outdoor experience.
The State Fair of West Virginia - South Lot
From $45/night
The State Fair of West Virginia
From $31/night
Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
Rock Creek Recreation Area, located near Erwin, TN, features facilities built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, including a creek-fed pond and bathhouse. At an elevation of 2,300 feet, it offers a cool retreat from summer heat. Visi...
From $40/night
Squatchy Campground - ARCHIVE
From $49/night
Craig Creek Recreation Area
Craig Creek Recreation Area offers rustic group camping with minimal amenities, featuring a spacious open field ideal for picnics and tent camping. There is a non-reservable day-use area nearby, although overnight camping is not permitted there.
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 ...
Pebble Mountain Family Campground
From $18/night
Black Mountain Campground
Black Mountain Campground is located near Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S., and alongside the South Toe River. It is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground offers a scenic and adventurous environment for vis...
Briar Bottom Group Campground
Briar Bottom Group Campground offers a scenic mountain retreat with convenient access to hiking trails. Located at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, it is situated in Pisgah National Forest. It's an ideal de...
Littcarr Campground
Littcarr Campground is situated by Carr Creek Lake in southeastern Kentucky's mountains. It offers a great environment for camping, fishing, and boating. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.
Curtis Creek Campground (NC)
Curtis Creek Campground is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, near Old Fort and Asheville, NC. It features old growth forests and trout streams, and is located on historic National Forest land. The campground's gravel road leads to the Blue Rid...
East Fork (WV)
East Fork Campground is situated by East Lynn Lake on the East Fork of Twelvepole Creek in East Lynn, WV. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including camping, boating, water-skiing, fishing, hiking, hunting, and picnicking. It's a popular...
Morris Hill Campground
Morris Hill Campground is a serene, rustic destination for families and friends, located on a ridge above Lake Moomaw. It offers group sites for up to 25 guests, along with amenities like a playground and access to swimming, fishing, and hiking. C...
Lake Sherwood
Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a family-friendly destination with diverse activities and camping options, including standard, tent-only, and group sites by the largest lake in Monongahela National Forest. The area offers swimming beaches, a picn...
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area offers a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw, featuring outdoor activities like boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy nature while disconnecting due to limited cell service. It's an ideal spot for those se...
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Horseshoe Point
Horseshoe Point Campground is located on the shores of Philpott Lake in Franklin County, Virginia, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area offers activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and camping, thanks to its clear wa...
Pound River Campground (VA)
The John W. Flannagan Dam & Reservoir Area features a large lake in the scenic Cumberland Mountains of southwest Virginia, providing a summer recreational haven. The dam, primarily for flood control, maintains the lake at nearly 1,400 feet abo...
Goose Point
Goose Point Campground is located by Philpott Lake in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a scenic natural shoreline and clear waters. It provides a unique experience for visitors seeking outdoor activities. A virtual tour of Philpott Lake i...
Salthouse Branch
Salthouse Branch Campground is situated by Philpott Lake in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, near the rural community of Henry. The area offers a variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and camping, all ...
Steel Bridge Campground
Steel Bridge Group Campground offers rustic group camping with minimal amenities. It features three shaded sites suitable for small groups. Ideal for those seeking a simple outdoor experience.
The State Fair of West Virginia - South Lot
From $45/night
The State Fair of West Virginia
From $31/night
Rock Creek Recreation Area (Cherokee National Forest, TN)
Rock Creek Recreation Area, located near Erwin, TN, features facilities built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, including a creek-fed pond and bathhouse. At an elevation of 2,300 feet, it offers a cool retreat from summer heat. Visi...
From $40/night
Squatchy Campground - ARCHIVE
From $49/night
Craig Creek Recreation Area
Craig Creek Recreation Area offers rustic group camping with minimal amenities, featuring a spacious open field ideal for picnics and tent camping. There is a non-reservable day-use area nearby, although overnight camping is not permitted there.
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 ...
Pebble Mountain Family Campground
From $18/night
Black Mountain Campground
Black Mountain Campground is located near Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S., and alongside the South Toe River. It is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground offers a scenic and adventurous environment for vis...
Briar Bottom Group Campground
Briar Bottom Group Campground offers a scenic mountain retreat with convenient access to hiking trails. Located at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, it is situated in Pisgah National Forest. It's an ideal de...
Littcarr Campground
Littcarr Campground is situated by Carr Creek Lake in southeastern Kentucky's mountains. It offers a great environment for camping, fishing, and boating. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.
Curtis Creek Campground (NC)
Curtis Creek Campground is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, near Old Fort and Asheville, NC. It features old growth forests and trout streams, and is located on historic National Forest land. The campground's gravel road leads to the Blue Rid...
East Fork (WV)
East Fork Campground is situated by East Lynn Lake on the East Fork of Twelvepole Creek in East Lynn, WV. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including camping, boating, water-skiing, fishing, hiking, hunting, and picnicking. It's a popular...
Morris Hill Campground
Morris Hill Campground is a serene, rustic destination for families and friends, located on a ridge above Lake Moomaw. It offers group sites for up to 25 guests, along with amenities like a playground and access to swimming, fishing, and hiking. C...
Lake Sherwood
Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a family-friendly destination with diverse activities and camping options, including standard, tent-only, and group sites by the largest lake in Monongahela National Forest. The area offers swimming beaches, a picn...
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area offers a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw, featuring outdoor activities like boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. Visitors can enjoy nature while disconnecting due to limited cell service. It's an ideal spot for those se...
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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.
We highly recommend making reservations in advance, especially during peak season (summer months and holidays). Popular destinations can book up weeks or even months ahead. Last-minute bookings may be available during off-peak times.
Pet policies vary by property. Many campgrounds welcome pets but may have restrictions on size, breed, or number of pets. Some properties charge additional pet fees. Always check the specific property's pet policy before booking.
Essential items include a tent or RV, sleeping bags, cooking equipment, food and water, appropriate clothing for the weather, first aid kit, flashlight, and any specific gear for planned activities. Check the property's amenities to see what's provided and what you'll need to bring.
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