30 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Spacious Skies Bear Den Family Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate travelers with dogs in RV, tent, cabin, and glamping options, providing a convenient base for exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains. Both electric and non-electric sites welcome pets with standard leash policies. At Steele Creek Park & Campground, creek-side sites offer excellent spots for dogs to cool off during summer months. The sites at Old NC 105 Dispersed Camping provide free camping with dogs and feature spectacular mountain views, though the road can be rough for larger vehicles. Several campers note that their sites were spacious enough for pets to relax comfortably without disturbing neighbors, with most campgrounds providing water access that dogs particularly enjoy.
Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites and Table Rock Campsites in Linville Gorge Wilderness allow dogs on trails throughout their network of hiking paths, creating excellent opportunities for active pets. The gravel road at Old NC 105 requires careful driving but rewards pet owners with breathtaking views of surrounding mountains and valleys, perfect for morning walks with dogs. The Linville Falls area features multiple dog-friendly paths connecting to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Most campgrounds maintain standard policies requiring dogs to be leashed at all times outside vehicles and campsites, with quiet hours strictly enforced to prevent excessive barking. Wildlife encounters are common in the region, so securing food and keeping pets under control becomes particularly important at dispersed sites where bears are occasionally spotted.
"Spacious Skies Bear Den in North Carolina offers an ideal blend of relaxation and adventure for families."
"Many hiking trails. Pets are allowed here also which is a great plus. Friendly staff who can't do enough for you if needed & small camp store on property."
from $24 - $999 / night
"This was our first stop on our first trip to North Carolina and now we don’t want to leave!"
"The sites are pretty spread out but there are a few within shouting distance (which could be annoying if the site next to you decides to bring a battery powered Sawzall to cut firewood at 2am)."
"The family campground is a short distance further inside the park on the left side(approx 2 miles) marked by a small brown sign...and is situated at 1400 ft elevation. "
"This campground is one way and exits into a trailhead parking area. There was one site that was in the parking area, would not be my first choice. Shaded sites with picnic tables and fire rings."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $32 / night
"Plenty of room in spots for pets and children. We had a blast with out 3 year old daughter and our standard poodle."
"There are primitive campsites for those who only want to “rough it”, sites indicated for tent or pop-up with water and electricity, 30 amp and 50 amp sites. a large portion of the sites are located directly"
"I would return with our pup and not stay in a cabin again. 6/10 pet friendly"
"Hidden Creek not only has a nice creek running through the campground within 20 feet of my site, but also the nature trail is off the beaten path from the very active campground along a small river."
Available this weekend
from $29 - $149 / night
"Another lovely campground along the BRP, close to Linville Falls and gorge, picnic area and visitor center."
"There are cabins, RV spots and tent sites all with access to newly renovated restrooms and coin operated laundry."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $45 / night
"Be sure to have 4WD (preferably a off-roading vehicle) to make it up some parts of the road.
The spot was massive and could easily fit 5+ vehicles and sleep 20 comfortably.""It has free tent campsites and it is right next to Linville Gorge. This allows plenty of adventurous trails ranging in difficulty."
"Some walk in and some drive in. The spots are well spaced out so you do not see other campers. Though the spots are large, there is not room for a large trailer."
"We stayed at the second spot along the road on the left, then further back along the trail. It was only the two of us with our dogs but there was definitely enough room for a group."
"Take 221 to linville falls, right on 183, and right onto kistler memorial highway. It’s a dirt road but no issues with my Subaru Forester. I camped here in December 2020 and didn’t see anyone else."
"We often camp in and around the Linville Gorge area, mostly in the primitive campsites down in the Gorge on Linville River. We stayed before Hurricane Helene but haven't been back since then."
"The campsites are a bit close to each other, but they are well maintained."
"I moved to site 19, which is not on the creek but on the edge of the field. It was very level as well, and all hookups worked fine."
from $45 - $69 / night
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.
ScoutNice camp and staff friendly. We drive the Blue Ridge Pkwy which was a bit of drive but the ride up to Mt Mitchell was beautiful. Only negative was the laundry rooms were small for a large camp like this but I made it work. Probably a bit more challenging during busy season but all that said this is a nice campground
TravelerAbsolutely one of the most beautiful campgrounds that we have visited, and super clean. Such a great location for hiking and viewing the Blue Ridge Pkwy!
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
ScoutLovely spot on the river. Freeway was loud but not too bad.
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.
The Glen Alpine region offers multiple dog friendly camping options set in the Appalachian foothills at elevations ranging from 1,400 to 3,000 feet. Seasonal temperature swings can be significant, with summer highs in the 80s dropping to 30s at night during fall camping months. Water access varies dramatically between campgrounds, with many sites along creeks that maintain flow even during drier periods.
Fishing opportunities: Spacious Skies Hidden Creek has a stocked fishing lake that's accessible to all campers. "My kids loved the fishing lake - they caught (and released) a bunch of fish and there were kayaks and peddle boats that could be used for free," reports a camper who visited in July 2024.
Trail exploration: South Mountains State Park Family Campground connects to an extensive trail network suitable for dogs. "The Raven Rock Trail to the High Shoals Falls Trail, which, depending on your level of fitness could be deemed a moderate to strenuous 2.35 mile climb and descent to the upper falls and then wooden boardwalk and steep steps down to the gorgeous 80 ft High Shoals waterfall," notes one detailed review from 2021.
Night sky viewing: Table Rock Campsites provides exceptional stargazing due to minimal light pollution. A visitor who camped there in October reported, "The last night was beautiful and the stars were incredible" with visibility allowing clear views of major constellations and occasional meteor activity.
Private campsite layout: At Linville Falls Campground, campers appreciate the size of each site. "The sites at 'The Overlook' have a good view but there is zero grass and anything outside of where you park is red mud," notes one visitor, highlighting the terrain variations between sites.
Water access: Kids particularly enjoy Steele Creek Park & Campground for its swimming areas. "A lot of the sites have water beside them. Bathrooms were clean. There is a store on property that has things you may have forgotten and a grill," explains a visitor who stayed in August 2019.
Clean facilities: The maintenance level at newer campgrounds stands out. At Black Bear Campground, a 2024 visitor noted, "This is a brand new campground. Either they keep the sites extremely clean after each guest, or we were the first to stay at our site. This is perfect for someone new to camping as the utilities are very clean."
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds offer chances to observe local wildlife. "The South Mountain Visitors Center is very spacious and attractive but doesn't offer a great deal. There is a cool 3D topo map display of the state park. At present, this is a 23,000 acre State Park...and ever acquiring more land," explains a camper who explored the visitor resources.
Road conditions: Access to Old NC 105 - Dispersed Camping requires preparation. "You definitely need to be a confident driver if you do that though. Good luck, hope you enjoy it as much as I did," advises a solo traveler who managed the road in a sedan but recommends AWD vehicles for most visitors.
Seasonal weather patterns: Late fall temperatures can drop significantly at night. At Table Rock Campsites, one visitor warned, "The first night was insanely windy but the site has lots of natural wind cover." Fall camping requires warmer sleeping bags rated for near-freezing temperatures.
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds have limited connectivity. A 2020 reviewer at South Mountains State Park Family Campground specifically noted, "Very quiet with NO cell service which is a big draw for us. Far from a town, so don't forget anything."
Permit requirements: For weekend camping during peak season at Table Rock, "You'll need to get a permit from the Grandfather Ranger District if camping in peak season on the weekend(check their website for dates)," a visitor explains about this essential planning detail.
Water recreation options: Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites offers creek access perfect for kids. "There was a creek with a decent swimming hole 2 minutes walking distance from camp," reports a family who stayed for 12 days in 2024.
Playground facilities: Multiple campgrounds feature children's play areas. At Spacious Skies Bear Den, a parent mentioned, "We camped at C13 which was right across from the large playground in November. No noise issues, but it was dark by 6:30pm. May be different in the Summer. My daughter had a blast and we could keep an eye on her while we worked/played at the site."
Educational opportunities: South Mountains State Park offers ranger-led programs. "Park employees both at the Visitor's Center desk and in the field were very friendly and pleasant. The NC State Park Ranger was very informative and helpful, as well as giving much appreciated suggestions for great and often lesser traveled hiking trails," wrote a visitor impressed by the educational resources.
Dog-friendly hiking: For pet owners, the Linville Gorge trail system allows dogs. "We often camp in and around the Linville Gorge area, mostly in the primitive campsites down in the Gorge on Linville River," shared one visitor, adding that the area allows dogs on trails but requires proper leashing.
Site selection strategy: At Spacious Skies Bear Den, RVers should plan their route carefully. "Hint here if pulling a camper, don't follow the Bearden sign, go to Linville to get on the parkway and go left. This way you will avoid the steep curvy road going up a mountain," advises a long-time visitor familiar with the challenging access road.
Hookup availability: For full hookups, Steele Creek Park & Campground offers several options. "This campground is a very nice place. Although it rained the entire weekend we still had a great time. The staff is excellent. When we first arrived, they escorted us to our site," reports a camper who appreciated the attentive service for RV setup.
Seasonal closures: Always check operating dates before planning trips. South Mountains State Park Family Campground is open year-round, while others like Hidden Creek operate only from March to November. This affects availability for dog-friendly camping near Glen Alpine during winter months.
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