Best Glamping near Banner Elk, NC

Grandfather Campground houses several glamping accommodations nestled in the foothills near Banner Elk, with glamping options including well-appointed cabins and rustic canvas tent structures. The sites feature full hookups, heated bathrooms with showers, and picnic tables, providing comfort beyond traditional camping. Blue Bear Mountain Camp, located just north in Todd, offers yurts among its luxury camping options with mountain views and private fire rings. "Absolutely beautiful views and close to a lot of fun activities," noted one visitor about the Grandfather Campground location. Both properties maintain wooded settings while providing amenities like hot showers, electricity, and proper beds—essential comforts for glampers seeking outdoor experiences without sacrificing conveniences.

The glamping locations sit within minutes of Grandfather Mountain State Park, providing safari-style accommodations with easy access to premier hiking trails and scenic outlooks. Grandfather Winery is practically next door to Grandfather Campground, allowing guests to enjoy wine tastings after a day of mountain exploration. Spacious Skies Bear Den, another regional glamping option, connects visitors to the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 316. According to a camper, "The location is close to Boone which has amazing food options to explore and a Walmart for any necessities you may have forgotten." Winter visitors appreciate the proximity to ski resorts, with multiple glamping sites remaining open year-round and offering climate-controlled accommodations, making these canvas camping experiences comfortable regardless of season.

Best Glamping Sites Near Banner Elk, North Carolina (65)

    1. Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    47 Reviews
    Blowing Rock, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 963-5911

    $30 / night

    "While there's a few dozen great places to stay in and around the Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway, there are few campgrounds as prized as Julian Price, which has plenty to explore just steps from your tent's"

    "Julian Price Park is a beautiful campground just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. We enjoy this campground on the weekends throughout the fall and spring as it is less occupied."

    2. Grandfather Campground

    23 Reviews
    Seven Devils, NC
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 788-2582

    $35 - $42 / night

    "We were next to the stream near the entrance

    The facilities were very nice and you can hike right around the campground. 

    The campground is very close to Grandfather Mountain entrance."

    "For my first time camping, we got a great location. The tent site we got, we could hear the running water from the stream. Bathroom and shower are clean and has heated water."

    3. Spacious Skies Bear Den

    65 Reviews
    Spruce Pine, NC
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 765-2888

    $24 - $999 / night

    "Located directly off Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 324.8 Spruce Pine N.C. Site are level well shaded with a little separation from neighboring sites."

    "If you are looking for a campground that is quiet and secluded - this is your place!

    We are a tent camping family so we stayed in Section “A.”"

    4. Honey Bear Campground

    20 Reviews
    Boone, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 963-4586

    "Sites are relatively clean, easy to park at, bath house is clean& easily accessible. They even have a"coffee shop". The staff here are amazing!"

    "Beautiful campground with running creeks and sloping drives. Pleasantly surprised the weekend prior to Halloween that there was trick or treating, a haunted trail (kid friendly), and wagon ride."

    5. Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    28 Reviews
    Linville Falls, NC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 765-7818

    $30 - $45 / night

    "Another lovely campground along the BRP, close to Linville Falls and gorge, picnic area and visitor center."

    "We stayed 2 nights in our 17' travel trailer and enjoyed clean bathrooms and hot showers, plus our site #2 had a small deck that came in handy when we were able to move the picnic table under our camper"

    6. Flintlock Campground

    15 Reviews
    Vilas, NC
    8 miles
    Website

    $31 - $63 / night

    "This is a wonderful family campground with amazing people running the campground close to Boone and Banner Elk. There is a beautiful creek that runs through the property. Campsites are level."

    "I was further impressed by the staff friendliness."

    7. Blue Bear Mountain Camp

    27 Reviews
    Todd, NC
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 406-4226

    $25 - $136 / night

    "Totally worth driving up the small country mountain road. After you make it up. The office is on the right. Very friendly staff and super helpful."

    "Lovely woody and grassy field campground with only electric at our site. The sunrise is beautiful on the big field. The sites are well spaced and fairly level."

    8. Starlite Trailer Lodge

    5 Reviews
    Blowing Rock, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 795-0491

    $35 - $65 / night

    "Very Welcoming, clean, very well maintained, and landscaped- not to mention paved pads."

    "There is a large amount of seating inside the lodge as well as outside on the covered patio. The pool is very nice and clean. There are bathrooms with showers and also coin-operated washers/dryers."

    9. Buck Hill Campground

    6 Reviews
    Linville Falls, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 766-6162

    $25 - $160 / night

    "Buck Hill Campground is located near Newland NC.  The family owned, Buck Hill campground has been with the same owner for the last 10 years. "

    "Grassy shady spots by the lake to pick out a place to pitch a tent with fire rings, water spigots and picnic tables spread down the treeline."

    10. Camper Mountain on Roaring Creek

    2 Reviews
    Elk Park, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (407) 616-7496

    $29 - $69 / night

    "It’s a bit of a drive out there with little to no cell service but wifi is available over the whole site! Definitely worth it with amazing views all around."

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Glamping Reviews near Banner Elk, NC

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Guide to Banner Elk

Blue Ridge Mountain glamping sites and cabins near Banner Elk offer elevated camping experiences at 3,300 to 5,000 feet. The area maintains cooler temperatures even in summer months, with daytime highs typically 10-15 degrees lower than surrounding lowlands. Most campgrounds in this region stay open from April through October, though several luxury camping options remain available year-round with heating systems.

What to do

Hiking to waterfalls: Julian Price Park Campground provides access to multiple water features. "There is a hiking trail that goes around the lake. There's also a trail that you can access from the park that leads to Hebron Rock Colony which is an incredible hiking trail. The trail follows a river with lots of great swimming holes and the rock colony is incredible," notes Danielle L.

Explore local food scene: Honey Bear Campground puts you near Boone's diverse dining options. "Downtown Boone is a 10 minute drive and there are many hiking trails around," according to Laura B., making it easy to combine outdoor activities with local cuisine exploration.

Seasonal apple picking: Buck Hill Campground visitors can enjoy nearby orchards during fall months. "Close to an apple orchid, which is so cool to visit (they're dog friendly) and not too far of a drive from the Linville Falls," explains Emily B. from Spacious Skies Bear Den.

Blue Ridge Parkway access: Several glamping sites connect directly to the parkway. "Being right on the Parkway was awesome and provided some great driving and hiking close by," reports Charles S. from Spacious Skies Bear Den, located at Milepost 316.

What campers like

Creek-side sites: Many visitors appreciate waterfront camping options. At Flintlock Campground, "There is a beautiful mini river running through the campground with a lot of rocks to jump on. My children spent hours every day exploring," shares Robyn C.

Cool mountain temperatures: Blue Bear Mountain Camp offers climate relief during summer months. "The elevation is high so weather is nice for those trying to escape the summer heat," notes Kristen J., mentioning that "The campsites are very spaced out."

Community spaces: Honey Bear Campground provides gathering areas beyond individual sites. "There's a cafe of sorts in the center that has a coffee bar, TV, and tables for playing games on," explains Laura B., making it ideal for socializing.

Private glamping cabins: Spacious Skies Bear Den offers standalone accommodations. "My two teenage boys and I stayed in a 'Cozy Cabin'. They are bigger than they look in the picture. There is a countertop next to the front door and plenty of room for all of our gear," reports Timothy H.

What you should know

Road noise considerations: Some campgrounds have highway proximity. At Flintlock Campground, "The only downside is the road noise from Hwy. 105 which can be extremely noisy," according to Ashley M., though the creek sounds help mask this at certain sites.

Reservation timing: Popular glamping options book quickly in this region. For Julian Price Park Campground, "Many of the sites in the A loop are reservable, and they have been reserved for several weeks (maybe months) in advance," warns Myron C.

Wi-Fi variability: Connectivity differs between properties. At Grandfather Campground, "The wifi is decent when there aren't a lot of campers. Over the weekends, forget about it," explains Erin S., suggesting downloading maps or information in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Banner Elk, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Banner Elk, NC is Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway with a 4.6-star rating from 47 reviews.

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