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Double Island

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Double Island in Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers a camping experience surrounded by forested terrain and rolling hills. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Clingmans Dome and the Oconaluftee Visitor Center, providing opportunities for hiking and learning about the area's natural history.

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Location

Double Island is located in North Carolina

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Coordinates

35.43340335 N
83.64828936 W

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Access

  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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  • Tent Sites

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  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Alcohol
  • Fires

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Reviewed Dec. 23, 2018

GSMNP Remote Island Available by Watercraft

Available by watercraft. Remote Island in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

Check - In is available at the Fontana Boat Ramp.

This is two Islands at high water. One at low pond after Labor Day. There are a couple of places to setup tents or hammocks. There are no services

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Double Island by Dennis A., December 23, 2018
  • Review photo of Double Island by Dennis A., December 23, 2018
  • Review photo of Double Island by Dennis A., December 23, 2018
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Reviewed Dec. 23, 2018

Unimproved tent or hammock site

Double Island Remote Campground Fontana Lake in the Smoky Mountain National Park is available by watercraft only. There are boat ramps in the surrounding area that provide access.

Campground use is via the Check-in Stations, there is one at Fontana Dam Boat ramp.

I have camped there on three occasions. More fun while boating when the water level is up prior to Labor Day. We did see more wildlife including bear when the level was down as they had to travel down to the low level shore.

There is plenty of downed driftwood firewood in the area you have to leave the Island though and forage the shore.

This is a pack it in, pack it out type location. The Rangers typically stop by in the Summer to check your papers. Make sure you have plenty of ice. It's a long way back to Fontana Dam or a local Marina...unless you are in a power boat.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Double Island by Dennis A., December 23, 2018
  • Review photo of Double Island by Dennis A., December 23, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Double Island?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Double Island, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.