Best Tent Camping near Canton, NC

Canton is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Canton. Find the best campgrounds near Canton, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Tent Sites Near Canton, North Carolina (94)

    1. Cosby Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    70 Reviews
    Cosby, TN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 487-2683

    $50 / night

    "Cosby is a small town about a 45 minute easy drive from Gatlinburg. Heavily wooded, lends itself nicely to hammock camping."

    "Most of the sites are better suited to tent campers, though a few of them are designated RV sites offering a back-in parking pad."

    2. Blue Ridge Motorcycle Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    9 Reviews
    Canton, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 235-8350

    $15 - $50 / night

    "As other reviews have said, this campground is in a lovely location, right on a small creek/river. The grounds are well maintained and grass covered for the most part."

    "Me and my party of 6 stumbled upon this Gem after we had made reservations at another site that was extremely sketchy on Labor Day weekend so we called around and heard BRMC had some space."

    3. Hot Springs Campground

    29 Reviews
    Hot Springs, NC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 622-7676

    "Situated along the beautiful French Broad River."

    "Beautiful campground with great campstore right at the entrance that sells everything. Large campsites with great privacy foliage, picnic tables, & fire rings."

    4. Big Creek Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    14 Reviews
    Hartford, TN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 436-1261

    $30 / night

    "Each one has a firepit, picnic table, lantern pole, and a very large tent pad. There are no RV's allowed. Nearby is group camping and horse camping.

    You cannot park your car right on the campsite."

    "Located at the base of the Baxter Creek Trail, which leads to Mount Sterling, this drive-in campground provides a picturesque backdrop for nature enthusiasts."

    5. Harmon Den Area

    6 Reviews
    Hartford, NC
    16 miles

    "To get to the campsite, you have to get off on Exit 7 along Interstate 40 in North Carolina and travel a gravel road for several miles."

    "Flat spot near the corner of the road. The forest road is not compatible with big rigs, RV’s, or travel trailers. Recommended high clearance 4x4."

    6. The Bike Farm

    6 Reviews
    Penrose, NC
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 577-3673

    $24 - $110 / night

    "No generators allowed. But clean campsites and plenty of toilets. There's even a primitive hot shower. The people are very friendly both the campers and the people who operate the camp."

    "If what you are looking for is a great place to get out in nature and get away from the crowds you’re in the right spot."

    7. Mills River Dispersed

    3 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 877-3265

    "*this is just for the free campsites- there appears to be paid campsites and maybe RV hook ups very close by."

    8. Greenheart Forest

    2 Reviews
    Hot Springs, NC
    17 miles
    +1 (828) 622-7398

    $30 / night

    "While the sites are technically“drive-in,” the road to get to them is very difficult to navigate unless you have 4-wheel drive, so when planning the trip, plan to either hike-in(about 200 yards or so),"

    "We stayed at site 4 which we were allowed to drive our truck with Roofnest up to. We were the only ones camping but the place is built for community while still maintaining privacy of camp sites."

    9. Site 40 — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    2 Reviews
    Maggie Valley, NC
    17 miles
    Website

    $4 / night

    "Rushing stream right next to it, and private tent areas completely covered by rhododendron!"

    10. #39 Pretty Hollow — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    1 Review
    Maggie Valley, NC
    17 miles
    Website

    "These sites are next to a river. Has fire pits and places to hang your gear. It's a great site down in the valley and the trail is beautiful getting there."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Canton, NC

2284 Reviews of 94 Canton Campgrounds



Guide to Canton

Tent camping near Canton, North Carolina, offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities. With several well-reviewed campgrounds in the area, you'll find the perfect spot to set up your tent and unwind.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Some prices for tent camping range from $20 to $30

  • Creek Ridge Camping offers a beautiful setting with well-maintained sites, typically priced around $25 per night.
  • The Bike Farm, known for its friendly atmosphere, has tent sites available for about $20, making it an affordable option for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Greenheart Forest features spacious sites and a serene environment, with rates around $30, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Canton, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Canton, NC is Cosby Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 70 reviews.

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