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The Barlow RV in Elk Park, North Carolina provides dedicated RV sites with fire rings and picnic tables in a mountain setting. Just south in Newland, Big Mike's Creekside RV Resort offers full hookup sites with electric, water, and sewer connections, plus amenities like showers, toilets, and a sanitary dump station. Mountain Stream RV Park in Marion (open April through November) accommodates big rigs with full hookups including 30/50 amp service on level sites. Three Peaks RV Resort in Spruce Pine features 31 sites with full hookups, including 30/50 amp electric service, and is designed to be big-rig friendly with spacious pull-through options. "Getting parked was a bit of a challenge to get things as level as possible and work around power stand," noted one RV camper about regional site conditions.
Navigation to RV parks in this mountainous region requires careful planning, as some access roads involve steep grades and tight turns. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with some parks offering reliable connectivity while others have limited or no service. Most RV campgrounds in the region are pet-friendly, though specific rules may apply. Seasonal availability is an important consideration, with several parks closing during winter months. Dump stations are not available at all locations - Three Peaks RV Resort lacks this amenity, while Big Mike's Creekside and Mountain Stream RV Park provide sanitary dump facilities. Grocery stores and supplies can typically be found within 15-20 minutes of most RV parks, with the towns of Newland and Spruce Pine offering essential services for restocking.
"Tucked away in the beautiful mountain side with gorgeous views! Staff is very friendly and courteous. While still relatively new with some construction, everything is clean and well maintained."
"The big trees surrounding the campground, mountain views, and birdsong put me right at ease."
from $66 - $69 / night
Check Availability"20 per night
There are 70 sites, some reservable sites and walk ins -and an RV loop {dump station} All sites non electric, generators permitted before quiet hours."
"Remote, quiet family friendly campground. It is a basic campground with both tent sites and hook-ups. We enjoy tent camping here on the large field where fireflies light up the night sky!"
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability"I would love to welcome Safe Haven RV to the Dyrt, among the highlights of this RV Park are the nearby forests & mountains, but also the full pavilion overlooking the water. "
from $50 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Spot was level with full hookups. Laundry $ & Propane $. Pond to fish. WiFi. beautiful Mountain Views to enjoy"
"Absolutely beautiful mountain retreat. This single RV campsite has full hookups, including 30&50 amp electric, sewer , water and wireless WiFi. Easy paved road access with gravel driveway."
from $60 - $300 / night
Check Availability"The spot was easy to pull my 26’ camper in and was pretty level. Good access to 30A power/water/sewer and a serene creek just a few yards from your front door."
"We loved the privacy, location, and serenity of this campground. We live in the country and are used to more seclusion."
from $35 - $46 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $55 - $65 / night
Check Availability"This place is lovely, an idyllic setting, wonderful hosts, very clean facilities, and a great location to explore the area."
"A small campground with an updated basic playground set for the kids. Nice lawn courtyard for games."
from $48 - $65 / night
Check Availability"This is a very nice, easy access CG with level pull through(a few) and back-in gravel sites (many are backed up to the Buck Creek, it’s beautiful)."
"Peaceful, calm, excellent folks, and very relaxing. I camped here for more than two weeks in August. Site #4, site 19, and site #47. The campground is clean, quiet, and well-maintained."
from $45 - $69 / night
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ScoutNobody was here on Sat. Had gard time finding site. Site reserved did not have 30 amp and could not reach staff. Moved to other site hoping it would not be a problem. We were able to finally reach staff on Mon. Also no pcknick tables or fire rings.
ScoutLet me first start by saying that this campground is absolutely beautiful. I have lived in this area my entire life and the Doe is one of my favorites. I am a avid camper and have camped all over this area. I decided to give this place a try, I own a small pop-up camper and knew it was going to get cold 10/20/2026-10/22/2026, so me and my sister rented the RV at Doe River. #1 check in is not until 3pm, I always order a load of wood from a local guy who delivers to camp sites, I do all my cooking in a Dutch oven over the fire or burgers and dogs in the fire, what is a camping trip without a nice warm fire. The owner came over to my campsite and asked if I had ordered this wood and I replied yes, she then asked what I was going to do with it all, I replied I am going to burn it. So, I told Carl (the wood guy) where to stack it, the owner then said that I need to leave it in my truck bc if I didn't use it all I would have to put it back on my truck and take it home with me, I said really? It's just a unspoken rule that if you don't use all your wood that you pay it forward and leave it for the next camper?? She said absolutely not, So we moved the wood from his truck and into mine. She then asked again why I needed so much wood and that most ppl just buy small bundles from her. And just like that I understood! Carl the wood man and his wife also made a comment about how rude she was about the wood. It does not end there, Not only does she have camaras on some of the out blds which I get, but I don't get why they are pointing directly at camp sites, We felt like we were in a fish bowl the entire time. Every single time we went to the bathroom she showed up abt 5 mins later, There is a camara right above the bathroom door, One on the pavilion, and one on each side of the bathhouse, at the entrances and who know where else. So much for privacy in the great outdoors. I didn't even feel comfortable hiking, we felt like we were being watched constantly. She was constantly there, walking her dog which was not friendly and so big she could hardly control him on the leash which was really scary, she also was driving through several times throughout the day. Then came the kicker, about 1 o'clock in the morning we were freezing, I had turned the heat on in the camper before going to bed and heard it come on, Well the propane ran out between 11pm and 1am, I called her at least 10 times we had every blanket and was still freezing, We decided we would go to the bath house bc it had a mini split hanging on the wall, Out of luck there, it was set on air conditioning with no way to change it, so we found a blow dryer trying to get warm, still the entire time trying to call the owners, We finally ended up in our car until the husband arrived. He acted so annoyed at us and said all u have to do is fip the switch on the propane tanks outside! We had never stayed in a travel trailer before and according to them all we had to do was show up and start glamping!! So, I was supposed to know to go outside at 1 am and switch over propane tanks?? No, It should have been FULL when I got there!!! With attitude he said,"Its Basic Camping" No sir it's not, what I do is basic camping, I was told on the phone that I was glamping, She, the owner also said we should have called 911 when we could not get hold of them so that Carter County police officers could come and wake them up!!! Not sure if that is putting our tax dollars to good use?? Like I said it is truly a beautiful place and has great potential, we left that second night at 11pm because again the heat was not working, we have not asked for any refund we just took the loss. it would be to much of a hassle. We just know better next time. With owners like that they can keep it. Windy Wells/Debra Price
Traveler3 stars only because it says water hookups but they are far and few between communal. No spigot at individual sites. Need long hose(s)to reach the connection. Good T-Mobile 5G but too wooded for StarLink. Quiet, shady, somewhat level sites were available. $20/night.
ScoutMy husband and I arrived at Doe River Landing for 3 nights and enjoyed everything the resort offered. While there we read the 2 reviews posted by Kylie T, and by Andrew W, who gave the resort a 1 star rating. Not knowing the facts that caused the rating by them, and occurred prior to us, we approach the owner and asked.
The owner showed us videos from their security cameras. These adults has stated in Kylie T review and confirm by Andrew W review that they were a group of 20 adults and "every single one of us is over 21 and family". So why are these adults playing "hide and seek" under the pavilion as they stated? Andrew W stated, "It was not blocked off", yet they had to crawl on the ground and around bushes to get under the pavilion. When the owner yelled at them approximately 10 adults that were under the pavilion crawled out which was captured on the security cameras. Andrew W stated in his review the owner called them hooligans, which is rowdy, destructive persons and from the security cameras, that description is correct. There was no mention of damages in their reviews such as the Adirondack chair they broke or possible damage to the water pipes and electric wires under the pavilion, which the owner was currently checking.
Once we read these two reviews by Kylie T and Andrew W and saw the owners security videos, we felt future customers deserved to know another opinion based on our findings.
These entitled adults justified their review of a 1 star by stating they paid money to use the campground.
I would ask these adults "why do you think it is OK to treat someone else's property in this destructive way?"
GuideSeems to be a well established campground in an off the beaten path location. Roads alternately paved and gravel. The campsite is gravel in a wooded setting. Fair amount of space between sites. The bathhouse is clean but dated.
ScoutWe brought our whole family out and rented almost every cabin on the property, plus the event center, for the weekend— we gave this place a lot of business. And honestly, the stay itself was great— nice place, no complaints about the cabins. The owner is the problem. He came flying in in his blue F-150 doing 20–30 mph where the posted speed limit is 5, and started screaming at us over something that could've been handled with a simple conversation. His exact words:"Where are your parents? This is a family establishment. I will not have hooligans running around here." Every single one of us is over 21 and family. All we were doing was playing hide and seek— which isn't against any of the property's rules— and there were no other guests to disturb, since we had the entire area rented. He still threatened to call the police, even though it wasn't even quiet hours. Before anyone could get a word in, he peeled out so fast the gravel sprayed up at us and our cars. Then on his way out he drove the wrong way down the property's one-way road, so apparently the rules only apply to guests. It's sad, because the property itself is great, and we were never anything but nice to the owners the whole weekend. To be treated in such an unprofessional manner— screamed at, threatened, and never given so much as an apology afterward— put a real dent in the weekend. We won't be back
ScoutOur group of about 20 rented nearly every cabin at Doe River Landing for my friend's wedding weekend, with the reception held on site. The cabins were nice and well-equipped, and the only other guests were in a cabin half a mile away through the woods. Unfortunately, the hosts ruined the stay. One night, some of us were playing hide and seek in an area that wasn't blocked off or against any rule. The host's husband came speeding in at roughly 30 mph(the posted limit is 5), jumped out of his truck screaming that he"will not have child hooligans running around the campground," told us to"go back to the motel we crawled out of," and demanded to see our parents— despite all of us being adults in our twenties. He then peeled out so aggressively he sprayed gravel at us and our cars. It wasn't even quiet hours, and we weren't disturbing anyone. Afterward, the host called us again, passive-aggressive, and questioned our ages— even though you have to be 21 just to rent a cabin there. The property is lovely, but the hosts' behavior put a real damper on what should have been a joyful wedding celebration. It's a shame they treat people paying good money this way. We won't be back.
GuideClean nice little campground for the weekend.
TravelerNice spot right on the river..Camp store & staff seem friendly & helpful-especially Sonny & Joshua.
RV sites near Elk Park, North Carolina provide camping options in the Blue Ridge Mountains at elevations ranging from 3,500 to 4,500 feet. The area experiences mild summers with average temperatures in the 70s and cool evenings, even during peak season. Campgrounds in this region typically operate from April through November, with limited year-round options due to winter weather conditions.
Hiking at Linville Falls: Access multiple scenic overlooks via well-marked trails from Linville Falls Campground. "Beautiful scenery, great hiking all around you!" notes Katie B., while another camper mentions, "At the top of Linville Falls you can hammock camp on a Rock are within 50 feet of the Waterfall."
Fishing opportunities: Cast a line in Buck Creek at Mountain Stream RV Park where the trout fishing is accessible right from your site. "My wife and son made it memorable. Brody caught his first trout, it is a catch and release creek," shares James U. Many campgrounds in the area offer direct water access for fishing.
Mountain biking: Explore the Fonta Flora trail near Rose Creek Retreat for moderate to challenging rides. "Between hiking on the east and west rims of Linville Gorge and mountain biking the Fonta Flora trail we didn't spend a ton of time at the campsite but it was very a nice place to make basecamp for our adventures," reports Dustin F.
Blue Ridge Parkway scenic drives: Many campgrounds provide convenient access to this famous roadway with stunning mountain vistas. "Blue Ridge Parkway isn't far. We recommend the hike to Crabtree Falls!" suggests a Mountain Stream RV Park visitor.
Creekside camping: Sites along flowing water are highly rated for their natural white noise. "The sound of the stream was so peaceful and relaxing. My husband did yoga every morning while I hung in my hammock and watched," writes Barbara S. about her stay at Mountain Stream RV Park.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain exceptionally clean bathhouses and common areas. "These are the cleanest bathrooms we've ever seen. The on-site store is a life saver and the hosts are very helpful," notes Phil W. about Linville Falls Campground.
Privacy options: Some sites offer more seclusion than others. "We loved the privacy, location, and serenity of this campground. We live in the country and are used to more seclusion," explains Carrie S. about her experience at Rose Creek Retreat.
Social activities: Several campgrounds organize community events. At Mountain Stream RV Park, "Each Saturday evening, Kevin serves up his special home cooked bar-b-que under the shelter at no additional cost, and many campers bring sides to share. It's like having a back yard picnic with friends and family!" according to Duncan C.
Site size variations: Some RV campsites have space limitations worth noting. "The only reason I did not give this a Five Star Rating was that the site we stayed at was a little small #7. Even with a 25-foot camper, I could not let me awning out fully," cautions James U. about his Mountain Stream RV Park experience.
Wi-Fi quality: Internet access varies significantly between campgrounds. Duncan C. notes that Mountain Stream RV Park "invested heavily in a new wi-fi system that's MUCH improved from the first time we camped there."
Year-round availability: Check operating seasons before booking. "I visited in July 2024. This is a great older campground. It has been well taken care of over the years," shares Robert D. about Barefoot Landing Camping Resort, which operates with limited seasonal availability.
Proximity of sites: Expect campgrounds with varying site spacing. "The sites are close together, but very level, clean, and with a nice picnic table," explains Duncan C. about Mountain Stream RV Park, while another camper notes, "Only con is that the sites are very close together."
Kid-friendly features: Check for playground access when booking with children. "A small campground with an updated basic playground set for the kids. Nice lawn courtyard for games," mentions Megan M. about her stay at Mountain Stream RV Park.
Creek access: Children enjoy playing in the mountain streams, which are typically shallow enough for supervised wading. "Beautiful level sites backed right up to Buck Creek where we enjoyed catching trout straight from our campsite," shares Megan M.
Nearby attractions: Plan day trips to popular destinations within driving distance. "We visited Chimney Rock & Linville Falls, both absolutely beautiful!" writes Kara L. after staying at Mountain Stream RV Park with her family.
Weather preparation: Pack for temperature variations, especially for evening temperature drops. Even summer nights can require light jackets for comfortable outdoor activities after dark.
Leveling considerations: Be prepared for mountainous terrain requiring leveling blocks. "Our site had a full hook up, electric and water (even with temps in the low 20's at night), we had a fire ring (or square), a picnic table perched on the deck, cantilevered over the stream, and lovely (back-in) site with privacy and shade," describes Anthony I. about Three Peaks RV Resort.
Access road navigation: Mountain roads can be challenging for larger rigs. "My camper's only 20' long, so it's dinky in the spacious, pull-through lots they have here," notes Fuller C. about Three Peaks RV Resort, highlighting the spacious nature of their sites compared to some other area campgrounds.
Hookup availability: Confirm what utilities are provided before booking. "Absolutely beautiful mountain retreat. This single RV campsite has full hookups, including 30&50 amp electric, sewer, water and wireless WiFi. Easy paved road access with gravel driveway," explains Ed H. about Butler TN RV full hookup campsite.
Supply runs: Most essential services require a short drive. "It's awesome that Ingles grocery store, which has tons of local organic offerings, is only 3 miles away in the town of Spruce Pine," says Fuller C., noting the convenient access to supplies near Three Peaks RV Resort.
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