18 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks surround Glen Alpine, North Carolina, offering diverse options for motorhome travelers exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains. Buck Creek RV Park in Marion provides 74 full hookup sites with 30/50 amp service and accommodates big rigs on level gravel pads from April through November. Mountain Stream RV Park, operating April to November, features riverside sites with full hookups and is known for its big rig accessibility. Three Peaks RV Resort in Spruce Pine maintains 31 sites with full hookups including 50 amp service, while Barefoot Landing Camping Resort offers 19 big-rig friendly sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. "Our site was level, and we only had to level a little front to back. The water pressure was good and the sewer connection was easy to access close to the camper," noted one RV camper about their experience at a nearby park.
Navigation to some RV campgrounds requires careful driving through mountain roads with elevation changes. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with AT&T coverage ranging from excellent to spotty depending on the specific location. Most RV parks in the area are pet-friendly with designated dog areas. Dump stations are available at select locations, though not all parks offer this amenity on-site. Propane service can be found at local stores in Marion and Spruce Pine, approximately 15-20 minutes from Glen Alpine. Fall and summer are peak seasons for RV camping in this region, making advance reservations essential, particularly for weekend stays. Winter camping options are limited as many parks close from November through March due to mountain weather conditions.
"Very quiet, very peaceful and friendly."
Available this weekend
from $50 - $65 / night
"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
"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
"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
"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!"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $45 / night
"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
"Nice and quiet. Had fire pits and grill at the site. Community fire pits. Close to lake lure and chimney rock. Clean bathhouse and restrooms"
"Nice children and adult play area, cornhole, horseshoes, swing set, and fire pits."
from $58 / night
"We are full-timers in a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow. We were in site 3 for 6 days in mid October."
from $50 - $65 / night
"Small campground with level sites. Plenty of space and areas to walk our dog."
"Close to Asheville and other local sites. Quiet, peaceful. Sites are quite close together. No great views, but very functional."
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
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.
TravelerIt’s a small, clean campground but we are next to a busy road (site 28) and also the entrance to the public access of Moss Lake. It’s a tight squeeze for us as a 33’ fifth wheel.
TravelerNice spot right on the river..Camp store & staff seem friendly & helpful-especially Sonny & Joshua.
Camping options near Glen Alpine, North Carolina center around the eastern edge of Pisgah National Forest, with several campgrounds situated along mountain streams and at elevations between 1,200-2,500 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-85°F during the day with cooler evenings around 60°F. The camping season runs primarily from April through October, with most campgrounds closing during winter months due to mountain weather conditions.
Fishing in Buck Creek: Buck Creek offers multiple fishing spots along the water. "There were two swimming holes along the creek, which were a ton of fun. I swam in both. The water is very clear and refreshing," noted Kevin A., who stayed at Buck Creek for more than two weeks.
Explore nearby mountains: The Blue Ridge Parkway is accessible within 10-15 miles of most campgrounds. "The campground is very close to the Blue Ridge Parkway(about 10 miles). I rode my motorcycle up Route 80 to the Blue Ridge. Route 80 is a great winding road," shared one camper at Buck Creek.
RC airplane flying: Some campgrounds have open fields suitable for flying model airplanes. "The central field area is mowed and set up as an RC flying field. A few campers flew their model airplanes. It was fun to watch. I even jumped into the RC hobby, buying a trainer plane at a local Hobby Shop, and began flying," reported a visitor to the area.
Hiking Linville Gorge: Linville Falls Campground provides direct access to several hiking trails. "Beautiful scenery, great hiking all around you!" wrote Katie B. Trails range from easy 0.5-mile loops to more challenging 4-mile routes with significant elevation changes.
Creek-side camping: Mountain Stream RV Park features sites that back up to flowing water. "The deck over the rushing stream was a perfect place to sip coffee in the mornings and whiskey in the evenings," mentioned Anthony I., who appreciated the natural sound machine effect of the water.
Community gatherings: Weekly social events help campers connect. "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!" explained Duncan C. about Mountain Stream RV Park.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in this region maintain high cleanliness standards. "Pristine bath house! Pristine campground! We truly enjoyed our time here!" wrote Brenda A. about Red Gates RV Park, highlighting the attention to maintenance.
Private camping options: For those seeking more seclusion, Rose Creek Retreat offers a single-site experience. "We loved the privacy, location, and serenity of this campground. We live in the country and are used to more seclusion," noted Carrie S., appreciating the departure from typical campground density.
Limited winter camping: Most campgrounds in the area close from November through March. Buck Creek operates from "April 1 to November 1," and Mountain Stream RV Park runs from "Apr 1 to Nov 30," according to their listed seasons.
Mountain driving conditions: Access to some sites requires navigating steep roads. "The turn in from the North to the 3 main sites via the North driveway is a little sporty, but we managed to just barely make it," explained Ray & Terri F. about their experience at Granny's Place RV Resort.
Variable site sizes: Some campgrounds have limited space between sites. "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," James U. commented about his stay at Mountain Stream RV Park.
Internet connectivity: WiFi quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "AT&T coverage was decent, ranging from 1-3 bars that vacillated between LTE& 5G with speeds varying from 1.3 to 6.2 MB/s. CG WiFi was having issues while we were there, but when it worked we were able to get speeds up to 4 MB/s," reported full-timers staying at Granny's Place.
Look for campgrounds with activity areas: Maple Ridge RV Park provides multiple recreation options. "Well maintained and super nice. Nice children and adult play area, cornhole, horseshoes, swing set, and fire pits," noted Jeff K.
Consider creek-accessible sites: Natural water features provide entertainment for children. "At the top of Linville Falls you can hammock camp on a Rock are within 50 feet of the Waterfall," mentioned Mitchell G., describing a unique camping spot for families with older children.
Pack for variable temperatures: Even in summer, mountain evenings can be significantly cooler than daytime temperatures. "We had pineapple upside down pancakes, ate fruity pebbles by the creek, visited to Mt. Mitchell, wife saw tons of Cardinals," shared James U. about activities during their 4-day family trip.
Site leveling requirements: Three Peaks RV Resort in Spruce Pine offers level sites with full hookups. "Every site is a pull through with ample space, full hookups, and good Wi-Fi," reported Eric B. about this relatively new RV camping option near Glen Alpine, North Carolina.
Check satellite reception limitations: Tree coverage affects satellite service. "We were not able to get DISH coverage on any of the western satellites at our site, as tree coverage was too heavy to the SW. We were able to get 17 OTA channels here with our omni antenna," noted full-time RVers staying at Granny's Place.
Consider proximity to town services: Some campgrounds offer better access to necessities. "The campground is very close to downtown Marion and some shops, groceries, and restaurants," mentioned Kevin A. about Buck Creek, while another reviewer noted, "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."
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