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Established Camping
Johns River Road Backcountry Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
Johns River Road Backcountry Campground is located near the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. The area features rolling hills and dense forests, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Linville Gorge Wilderness and Grandfather Mountain, offering hiking and scenic views.
Description
State Park
Blue Ridge Parkway
Johns River Road near Julian Price Park (MP 296.9)
2 sites Group limit: 12
The Parkway has three backcountry campgrounds. Backcountry camping is permitted only at designated sites. A permit is required for backcountry camping.
Location
Johns River Road Backcountry Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway is located in North Carolina
Coordinates
36.141139282741655 N
81.7216554148542 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Johns River Road Backcountry Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway needs a permit.
