A privately run campground in forested terrain near Linville Falls, Marla Snead draws a mix of tent campers and RV travelers to the North Carolina mountains, with nightly rates ranging from $25 to $55. The campground sits close to Linville Gorge, making it a functional base for day hikes and exploration of the surrounding area. Sites vary noticeably in character: hookup sites are more open and manicured, while primitive spots sit deeper in the trees and give a more wooded feel.
Cleanliness comes up repeatedly across reviews, particularly around the bathhouse facilities. The bathrooms are well-maintained and private, which campers traveling with kids tend to appreciate. Firewood and ice are available on-site, along with a small selection of general store goods like sunscreen. The grounds are well-kept overall, and sites are described as spacious. Worth noting: this is a family-oriented campground with a 10pm quiet hours policy, so groups expecting a late-night setup may want to plan accordingly.
Wiseman Ridge and Linville Falls are both within a short distance for campers interested in comparing options or adding dispersed camping to their itinerary. Savanna I. sums up the hookup experience well: "Perfect for car campers." Cabins are also available on-site for those who want a covered option. If the mountains around camping near Linville Falls are on your radar, Marla Snead gives you a maintained, well-located starting point worth considering.
Description
Linville Falls Campground, RV Park & Log Cabin Rentals located in Western North Carolina, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway at junction of US 221, is shaded by a cool forest of stately oaks. This privately owned campground has full hook-up sites, water/electric sites and a secluded, primitive tent area. Surrounded by mountain laurel and rhododendron, each site is equipped with a grill, fire ring and picnic table. Log Cabin rentals are very popular. No two cabins are alike, come find the one that fits your taste.
We are minutes from the area’s most spectacular attractions, including Linville Falls & Gorge, Wiseman’s View, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns and Gem Mountain. Several hiking and biking trails are also nearby. Guests will enjoy the natural ambiance, away from traffic, noisy cities and busy lives.
For your convenience, there are modern rest rooms with clean, hot showers; a camp store; laundry facilities and a playground for the kids. We think you’ll find the Linville Falls Campground, RV Park & Cabins a unique and comfortable camping experience. Hope to see you this season!
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMarla Snead is located in North Carolina near Linville Falls
Directions
From the Blue Ridge Parkway: Exit at Linville Falls Community, at Mile Marker 317.4. Turn South (left) on Hwy 221 and pass underneath the parkway. Take your first right onto Gurney Franklin Rd. Follow signs to the campground. From Interstate 40: Take Marion exit #86 at Hwy 221. Go north on Hwy 221 about 29 miles. You will pass Hwy 183 at the Linville Falls Community and continue north about another 1/2 mile. Turn left on Gurney Franklin Rd, and follow signs to the campground. Distance (in miles) from area attractions: Linville Falls (2) Linville Caverns (4) Linville Gorge Wilderness (2) Wiseman's View (4) View Brown Mountains Lights (4) Grandfather Mountain (14) Roan Mountain (22) Tweetsie Railroad (31) Mt. Mitchell (32) Biltmore House (60) Chimney Rock (60)
Address
717 Gurney Franklin Rd.
Linville Falls, NC
Coordinates
35.95635909878791 N
81.95270665351828 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/6/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Johnson City, TN
- 1 hr 13 min from Asheville, NC
- 1 hr 18 min from Kingsport, TN
