Established Camping
Cheoah Point Cabin 2
Cheoah Point Cabin 2 is located in the National Forests in North Carolina, surrounded by forested terrain and rolling hills. The area experiences temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 25°F in winter. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and the scenic Cherohala Skyway.
Description
USDA Forest Service
National Forests in North Carolina
Overview
Located in the Cheoah Point Recreation Area in the Nantahala National Forest, this cabin is part of a campground that includes tent and RV sites. The campground is situated on a peninsula in Santeetlah Lake, surrounded by mixed hardwood forest. Cheoah Point Cabin 1 is reservable from April 15- October 31.
Recreation
Cheoah Point Recreation Area includes a campground, swim beach and boat ramp. Santeetlah Lake is ideal for fishing, power boating, non-motorized boating, sailing, jet skiing and water skiing. Anglers can find bass, walleye, trout, crappie and bream. The Wauchecha Bald Trail is located directly across from the recreation area, and starts as an easy hike , becoming more difficult throughout its eight mile length. This trail eventually leads to the well-known Appalachian Trail.
Natural Features
Santeetlah Lake is a man-made reservoir and offers 76 miles of shoreline surrounded by natural forest. There are many coves and inlets to discover and mountain views to enjoy. Birders will find several bird species here. Spotted sandpiper and osprey are sometimes seen in the spring and summer. Red crossbills, green herons and warblers have been known to visit during migration.
Nearby Attractions
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just a short distance away, offering an ideal day trip from Cheoah Point Recreation Area.
Location
Cheoah Point Cabin 2 is located in North Carolina
Directions
From Robbinsville, North Carolina, continue on Highway 129 north for approximately 6 miles. Turn left on SR # 1145 - Thunderbird Mountain Road. Continue approximately 1.3 miles on Thunderbird Mountain Road to the Cheoah Point Campground. The cabin is located in the Cheoah Point Campground.
Address
1373 THUNDERBIRD MOUNTAIN ROAD
Robbinsville, NC 28771
Coordinates
35.3691667 N
83.3852778 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Fires
