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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Cashiers, NC

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Panthertown Valley Backcountry Area offers free dispersed camping with pet-friendly sites across its wilderness expanse. The backcountry area permits dogs throughout the trail system and at primitive campsites, making it a popular destination for hikers with canine companions. Ralph J. Andrews Campground provides lakeside pet-friendly camping with tent sites, RV hookups, and glamping options where dogs can enjoy the shoreline. Both areas require pets to be leashed at all times on trails and in camping areas. Bear activity is prevalent in Panthertown Valley, necessitating proper food storage for both human and pet food. Trail navigation can be challenging with numerous unmarked paths, so maps from Friends of Panthertown are essential when exploring with pets.

Hiking trails throughout Panthertown Valley accommodate leashed dogs with access to multiple waterfalls and swimming areas. The Green Valley Trail features secluded pet-friendly campsites with creek access, while Mac's Gap offers more social camping experiences with wider trails suitable for dogs. Pet owners need to pack a cat-hole shovel as there are no bathrooms in the backcountry area, and all waste must be properly managed. Bear canisters are strongly recommended for food storage, as bears in the area have been known to approach campsites and destroy tents. Nearby Gorges State Park provides additional pet-friendly hiking options with more developed facilities. Wildlife encounters require careful pet management, particularly around dawn and dusk when bear activity increases.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Cashiers, North Carolina (424)

    1. Devils Fork State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Tamassee, SC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 944-2639

    "We had reserved a walk-in tent sight and absoulty loved it."

    "The water and bathrooms were close and clean which was great for the kids and our dogs to get water. The lake was a short walk and absolutely stunning!"

    2. Oconee State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Tamassee, SC
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 638-5353

    "There 2 lakes with easy trails around both. A swimming area , putt putt course and a park store. Many adventure in the area to be had, waterfalls , hiking, history, and other state parks."

    "Dog friendly. Clean bathhouses. Garbage pick up. Close to Walhalla, if you need supplies. It's crowded. Reserve way in advance."

    3. Davidson River Campground

    83 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 785-5337

    $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."

    4. Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground

    57 Reviews
    Rabun Gap, GA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 746-2141

    $20 - $255 / night

    "I camped here with a friend and the dogs. The road is a steep grade up to the campground. There are several overlooks on the way."

    "Camped with my daughter and our two dogs for 2 nights and really loved this park. We had a large, multilevel campsite that was just perfect for tent camping."

    5. Van Hook Glade

    12 Reviews
    Highlands, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 526-5918

    $24 - $40 / night

    "There are many sites to visit nearby. Western North Carolina is hard to beat for natural beauty."

    "Great, small campground near Highlands, NC. Private sites, nice hosts, and clean bathrooms."

    6. Table Rock State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Sunset, SC
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 878-9813

    "The alternatives #5 and #6 were close to the entrance and therefore exposed to the road, and #49 was next to the restrooms, but similar to #60, so stayed with #60."

    "Stayed in tent saturday night with wife and 2 kids and a dog. Tons to do for everyone. Safe, clean and quiet."

    7. Gorges State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Lake Toxaway, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 966-9099

    $27 - $75 / night

    "This is one of North Carolina’s best waterfall parks. Rainbow Falls, Turtel Back Falls and Bust your Ass Falls."

    "There are six designated backpack sites along the Foothills Trail near the southern boundary of the park."

    8. Keowee-Toxaway State Park

    25 Reviews
    Sunset, SC
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 868-2605

    $7 - $26 / night

    "Camped here for 2 nights, 2 girls and 2 dogs. Like most other campgrounds, the tent areas are right next to each other."

    "There are 3 trailside primitive campsites that are on a peninsula overlooking Lake Keowee."

    9. Panthertown Valley Backcountry Area

    7 Reviews
    Sapphire, NC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 269-4453

    "A good distance from cashiers."

    "The first campsite we stayed at was on the Green Valley Trail, the second one was on the Panthertown Valley Trail right near the Schoolhouse Falls Trail, and the third was on Mac's Gap right past the Granny"

    10. Ralph J. Andrews Campground

    6 Reviews
    Glenville, NC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 743-3923

    "A very beautiful mountain waterfall trail to High Falls. The rock steps where amazing."

    "This is a great little RV and tent campground located near High Falls. The campground itself is alongside Lake Glenville and provides easy access for putting in boats, fishing, or swimming."

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  • Erin D.
    Aug. 8, 2019

    Indian Creek Campground

    Creekside Camping

    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 bathhouse is the cleanest I have found and the campsite store carries all of your forgotten necessities, and more!

    My husband and I love coming back to this campground, because how of well we and our kids sleep! The sound of the creek at night melts all of your worries away and takes you off to peaceful slumber.

    This campground is always in rotation for a visit.

  • Jason F.
    Sep. 30, 2020

    Asheville West KOA

    Far enough away to feel like camping and still close to the city

    The Asheville KOA is very pet and RV friendly. There are a number of walking trails of easy to moderate difficulty that run throughout the property. The dog park is a great place to let the pups off of the leashes for a bit. Staff pickup trash daily between 10-11AM at your site, but dumpsters are easily accessible.

    We camped here in our 22' travel trailer. The back in sites are mostly level with a mix of dirt and gravel. If you're looking for a sunny spot, request one of the even-numbered back-ins. If you would prefer to be mostly in the shade, go for an odd-numbered spot. 20/30/50 amp electric, cable, water and sewer were easily accessible at each site. Camp sites are not very large, so be mindful of volume and lights with respect to your neighbors.

  • Nate H.
    Sep. 30, 2020

    Greenbrier Campground

    Best Around

     Greenbriar campground is located in Pittman Center, west of Gatlinburg, adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains. The campground is certainly one of the nicest camping spots I’ve n the area. The campground is very large, and has multiple camping options. They have tent and rv spots, as well as cabins, but I also saw some teepee style tent cabins. The campground is very wooded, so you feel like you are getting a legitimate Smoky Mountain camping experience. The pigeon river runs through the campground, and is great for fishing, or swimming/tubing in summer. There is a dog park also, and the campground is pet friendly. This campground has so many things to do, and it is very popular, so if you want to camp here, I would suggest booking early, because spots are booked months in advance. The campground is very quiet at night, with just the sounds of nature. There is a camp store, with firewood, and you’ll want to enjoy a campfire, even in the middle of summer. I Highly recommend Greenbriar Campground for camping in the Smokies.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2022

    Willow Valley RV Resort

    Raybun Gap, GA….Going on our fav list!!

    Very very nice campground. Good signage and off 441 N. Not any places to eat without going into Clayton. Beautiful park with large sites, some paved. Laundry to was clean. Reasonable size dog park, dog walk and outside dog bath. Lots of trees, very clean and trash pickup at your site. Office lady was very nice and check in was efficient, even though we made the reservations at the last minute. It’s not cheap by any means but you get a lot of bang for your buck.

  • Thomas S.
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Little Creek RV & Tiny Home Resort

    Great long-term Rv Resort

    Spacious long-term Resort with bathhouse, laundry facility, dog park, hiking trail, private dock on Lake Hartwell, boat storage, and more. Also allows tiny homes!

  • l
    Sep. 8, 2023

    Bent River Equestrian

    Great camping near mountain biking and hiking

    Great place to spend a couple of nights. Went over Labor Day weekend with 5 or 6 other groups and still felt like we had full privacy. Fire pits, an outdoor shower, and a porta-potty. Cute horses and barn cats to pet and watch

  • Anne H.
    May. 31, 2018

    Asheville West KOA

    Nice stay.

    Other than rain almost every day, we enjoyed this spot while checking out Asheville and Biltmore Estate. The campground is very wooded, allowing for shady space. The showers were decently clean. Garbage is picked up at your site, or you can recycle next to the shower house which is not located far for the back section, which we were in, with full hookups. We enjoyed the trail through the woods that circles the whole campground. Our dog enjoyed the dog park. There is a pool and camp store.

  • Mandy M.
    Sep. 10, 2022

    Rose Creek Campground and Cabins Franklin, NC

    Rose creek didn’t disappoint 😊

    We loved the host jerry he brought us wood and picked our trash up and was a pleasure . The campground itself is taken great Care of with nice bathhouses . It also has a cool little dog park my dogs loved !

Guide to Cashiers

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Cashiers, North Carolina, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

Pet owners like access to outdoor activities

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great facilities

  • Lazy J Campground is known for its clean bathhouses and friendly staff, ensuring a pleasant experience for pet owners.
  • Moonshine Creek Campground features well-kept facilities and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for relaxing with your pet.
  • Standing Indian Campground offers a secluded setting with access to hiking trails, making it an excellent choice for outdoor-loving pets.

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