Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Lake Junaluska, NC

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Lake Junaluska, NC is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Find the best campgrounds near Lake Junaluska, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Lake Junaluska, North Carolina (420)

    1. Cataloochee Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    31 Reviews
    Maggie Valley, NC
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 497-9270

    $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."

    2. Mount Pisgah Campground

    40 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 648-2644

    $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’."

    "Very well kept, clean and quiet (except for a couple of dogs that kept going at it). Site was semi-secluded and perfect for our truck tent. Nice restrooms and showers close by."

    3. Cosby Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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

    $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."

    4. Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    62 Reviews
    Enka, NC
    20 miles
    +1 (828) 552-8040

    $37 - $135 / night

    "The sites are spacious and well spaced, offering more privacy than many locations. The showers and bathrooms were very clean. There are numerous hikes that are on the grounds or just outside."

    "PROS 

    Discounted camp fee with senior pass 

    Reserved 169 days prior to arriving 

    Friendly and helpful gate attendant 

    Nearly 100% shade at each site 

    Excellent dark sky viewing 

    Private sites with"

    5. Davidson River Campground

    83 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    22 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."

    6. Balsam Mountain Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    25 Reviews
    Maggie Valley, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 497-9270

    $30 / night

    "There are little worn paths between site, so you can easily visit your neighbors if you're camping with friends."

    "These are very close to the entrance, to other sites, to the bathrooms, the campground hosts, and the dishwashing station, and they are right on the road."

    7. Stonebridge RV Resort

    16 Reviews
    Maggie Valley, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 926-1904

    $60 - $90 / night

    "They have a lot of amenities such as and arcade, playground, dog park, laundry room, camp store. We came from Florida to see the fall leaves. Our 35 ft RV was right on the stream."

    "It’s close to everything. It is well run and organized. The grounds are kept very neatly."

    8. Smokemont Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    53 Reviews
    Cherokee, NC
    19 miles
    +1 (828) 497-9270

    $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."

    9. Asheville West KOA

    24 Reviews
    Candler, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 665-7015

    "The location is amazing very short drive into town, hiking spots, and I highly recommend you take a walk around Lake Junaluska . We booked this spot for the location and it delivered."

    "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."

    10. Creekwood Farm RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Lake Junaluska, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 926-7977

    "The staff, the location, the park itself. This is probably the best place we've ever stayed. It's beyond clean, staff is beyond friendly and accommodating."

    "Close to Asheville."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Lake Junaluska, NC

3086 Reviews of 420 Lake Junaluska Campgrounds



Guide to Lake Junaluska

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

Pet owners like the amenities offered at these campgrounds

  • The Davidson River Campground provides electric hookups and drinking water, making it convenient for pet owners to stay comfortable while enjoying nature.
  • At Lake Powhatan, pets are welcome, and the campground features a lovely lake beach perfect for a refreshing dip after a day of hiking.
  • The Cherokee-Great Smokies KOA offers a variety of accommodations, including cabins and glamping options, ensuring a cozy stay for you and your pet.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Lake Junaluska

Pet-friendly campgrounds include these well-reviewed options

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Lake Junaluska, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Lake Junaluska, NC is Cataloochee Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 31 reviews.

What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Lake Junaluska, NC?

TheDyrt.com has all 420 dog-friendly camping locations near Lake Junaluska, NC, with real photos and reviews from campers.