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$30 / night
"Smokemont is a great campground in the North Carolina side of the Smoky Mountains. It is a perfect base camp to enjoy this amazing national park."
"We only stayed for 1 night but really enjoyed the campgrounds proximity to activities on the North Carolina side of the park."
$30 / night
"If you want to put some distance between you and the masses at Great Smoky NP than head to Balsam Mountain Campground. Quieter and greater chance of seeing bears and other wild life."
"And this campground is in a fabulous location. When you stay here, you are tucked in a lush green mountain about a mile above sea level."
$26 - $37 / night
"Indian Creek offers the most relaxing creekside camping in North Carolina.
Every campsite is lush with greenery, private and well maintained after each occupancy."
"The site was pretty large, level, and had unparalleled views and access to Bunches Creek."
"Minutes from the parkway for hiking, 2 miles away from a creek on the WNC fly fishing trail, and plenty of space to get out and walk around the grounds."
"My site was right next to the stream and little covered bridge. It sounded like it was always raining. We used the pavilion for get togethers, it has a nice kitchen area with a grill."
$37 - $84 / night
"Once again, interested in checking out as many waterfalls and cascades we could locate, the water flow will be so much more dramatic amidst heavy rainfall."
"We had a quick nights stay in Davidson River Campground after picking up our new SylvanSport GO tent trailer in nearby Brevard, North Carolina."
$30 / night
"The North Carolina part has a slightly different feel. Less of a circus and less crowded and more laid back. Loving it! Beautiful. Just wish there were showers here....lol."
"This:
“Access to Cataloochee is via a narrow, winding, mountain road. A 3-mile stretch of gravel road contains many narrow, blind curves."
$60 - $90 / night
"Easy access to everything needed. Tent sites were a little small. But overall very friendly management. Close to Waynesville and all the cute places in Maggie Valley."
"Not having to walk to the bath house in the middle of the night was a welcome relief, but RV camping is not my favorite way to“camp.”"
"If I’m not mistaken, the one we were at this time was either the same cabin or one close to it. It is perfectly situated beside the river. "
"But if you’re a tent camper, be aware that the tent sites are located near the road (I will never understand why campsites do this, since we are the ones with no soundproofing)."
$30 / night
"We decided to escape the heat and head for one of the “cooler” campgrounds in western North Carolina for a weekend. Mt Pisgah Campground is at an elevation of roughly 5300’."
"First of all, the location is awesome. You descend into the campground directly from the Blue Ridge Parkway, which provides for a beautiful drive to the site."
$50 / night
"Cosby is great if you want to explore the eastern section of North Carolina sections of the park."
"Cosby is about half an hour outside of Gatlinburg and worth every minute.
A16 was big and shady. There were a few steps down to it. Plenty of trees and distance to the nearest neighbors."
ScoutIt got only for stars because I can hear traffic from my campsite.
I was next to a brook, under a paw paw tree. It was safe, very friendly. The bath and shower house were clean and very nice for tent camping! Laundry room, firewood delivery.
TravelerWas a pretty nice camp site compared to a lot you just have to be aware of the people around you. Across from our campground there was another camper who seemed out of it who came up to us at 11:00pm and asked for tape for his tent. Also garbage bag and garbage on the ground at front of campsite. PEOPLE MAY NOT BE THE BEST AROUND YOU BUT THE SITES ARE GREAT!
RangerThis campground was decent
Fishing pond has a lot of ducks and seaweed
Laundry room was nice and large - easy and quick to get 3 loads done
Waterfront site was fairly level and loved being able to walk down stairs to lake area
Pool was clean
Bathrooms had a gross smell to them
During our walk there was definitely a strong chemical smell around park - it was strange
There is a lot of airplane noise as it is close to airport
Overall it was clean and friendly staff
RangerWe have traveled all across the country and are willing to pay for premium sites when we get our moneys worth with site and campground. This campground feels like it was nice at one time but really starting to show its age and wear. Our site was beautiful on River but our sewer hook up was not where we could access it so only had water/electric. Staff was not very friendly, I had asked about moving and they weren’t having it. The laundry room only had 2 working machines. The pool was cloudy and not very clean. The showers I could make eye contact with the neighbor.
If this was a 40-50 a night campground I would have different expectations.
GuideThe staff was friendly enough. The credit card machine wasn’t working, luckily I had cash. It’s more like a mobile home park not a campground. It was very quiet though.
ScoutBeautiful campground very close to Gatlinburg. We love the black bear theme, the pool, and the playground. Some sites are right on the creek.
ScoutThis campground is a wonderful place to renew your energy and zest for life. The location offers short travel time to waterfalls, lakes, music, art, and history. Staying at the peaceful campground, visiting with other campers, the view with a stream, fire pits and all nature has to offer is just as rewarding as venturing out. We plan to rerun each summer. The owners have truly created something special.
GuideWe had been camping in national forests for a new days and needed a bit of a reset and this was perfect. Very dog friendly. Extremely well maintained. Quiet. Easy hookups for power and water. Nice bathrooms. Almost a hotel in nature. Choose creekside - we loved #7 but all of the pull-ups were nice!
TravelerThe sites are spacious and the campground is quiet. The pool is pretty good. But the sites on the hill are not level at all. I had to move my camper 3 times before I could get it into a position where all the stabilizers were on the ground and the camper was level. A bit frustrating after a long drive. Nice enough, otherwise.
Camping near Balsam, North Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping around Balsam, North Carolina, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, you're sure to have a memorable experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Balsam, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 657 campgrounds and RV parks near Balsam, NC and 55 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Balsam, NC is Smokemont Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a 4.3-star rating from 53 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 55 free dispersed camping spots near Balsam, NC.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 parks near Balsam, NC that allow camping, notably Great Smoky Mountains National Park and National Forests in North Carolina.
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