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Several RV parks are located within 30 miles of Highlands, North Carolina, providing various accommodation options for motorhome travelers. River Vista RV Park in Dillard, Georgia features full hookups with both 50 and 30-amp service, plus amenities including a sanitary dump station and shower facilities. The Great Outdoors RV Resort in Franklin offers spacious sites with electric, water, and sewer connections along with 50-amp service for larger rigs. "This campground is strictly for RVs. You can reserve a site through their website or by calling the phone number since there is no office," notes one visitor about area facilities. Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort in Lake Toxaway provides full hookup sites with 30 and 50-amp electric service, though it operates seasonally from May through October, requiring advance planning for peak season visits.
Navigation into mountain parks may require careful driving, as some access roads feature sharp turns and elevation changes. A review mentioned that "the road is gravel and hilly" with "tight turns on these hills" at certain locations. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region; Verizon coverage ranges from excellent at some parks to minimal at others located in deeper valleys. Many parks accommodate pets but have specific guidelines regarding leash requirements and designated areas. Dump stations are available at select facilities, though placement can sometimes create tight maneuvering for larger rigs. During fall foliage season, advance reservations are essential as parks fill quickly with weekend travelers. Big rig owners should call ahead to confirm site dimensions and road clearance, particularly when traveling with fifth wheels longer than 40 feet.
"Great campground for RVers near downtown Franklin, NC. The campground itself is not very large but it is well maintained and provides a great option to camp with an RV."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Site Quality: We chose a Super-Premium Site (the same price on the Dyrt as the other sites so why not?) but I was surprised to find out our camper pad was gravel and not paved."
"Very well taken care of and conveniently located to Clayton, GA and Dillard. The amenities are wonderful, one being that the pool is heated!"
from $59 - $89 / night
Check Availability"We had a great spot with full hookups including cable TV. River Vista does offer free WiFi but had sporatic coverage in some areas. we had a"
"Because of the courteous staff and campers, nice events offered, beautiful area, nice pool, dog park, and spa amenities, I gave this campground a 4. "
from $38 - $54 / night
Check Availability"Sites are fine (gravel, level, full hookups, spacious, fire ring/firewood on request, picnic table). Cons: road noise from highway is constant (video attached) and location (a tow vehicle is a must)."
"Big Rig friendly. Clean well managed"
from $48 - $54 / night
Check Availability"New owners and they are changing the name to Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort. Beautiful park, lots of mature landscaping and large private, level sites. Gatherings by the pavilion every night at 5."
"Under new ownership and the name is now Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort. Plenty of space between sites so it felt private, and all campers were respectful."
from $65 / night
Check Availability"Had a great weekend at this small peaceful RV park. Clean, beautiful landscaping. Full hookups, shady spot on site 4. A short drive to local waterfalls, rafting and tubing. A short drive to Brevard."
"The Gatlin Ridge RV Park is the perfect basecamp for those looking to explore the area and return home to their RV with full hookups. Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!"
from $60 - $85 / night
Check Availability"Very close to attractions ie on waterfall Byway! And IN the Forest,Beautiful store with local Gems.and Knitted items.Last but not least, Church gatherings."
"There is no bath house so only vehicles with a toilet are allowed (yes, you will have to poop in your trailer). "
from $39 / night
Check Availability"This campsite is mainly for RVs and is located behind the Whistle Stop shopping area. It has a fun unique feel with lots of old trains, cars, and other vehicles permanently set up around the site."
"The campground has tent to big rig spots and about a third of the sites are filled with year round or seasonal campers. Tent sites are near the small stream running behind the grounds."
"Lou insisted on helping me back into my site so that my door was perfectly placed on the picnic table pad. He showed me the hookups and amenities of the camp. The bathhouse was sparkling clean."
RangerGreat campground, fair amount of sites on creek, park like setting. Pull through sites for big rigs interior, full hookups include, cable, good wifi, good cell service. Great location to explore the quieter side of the smokies, Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Cherokee, Blue Ridge parkway, etc.
TravelerMany creek side spots. All are back in. 30,50 amp power, sewer and cable TV hookups.
Reliable wi fi and good cell service. Spotless bath house with private shower,toilet sink.
laundry and community dining area with themed events. Premium sites have a permanent fire ring, concrete patio and fire wood for first night.
TravelerThis campground is located 15 minutes to Brevard and Pisgah National Forest and 20 minutes to Hendersonville. DuPont State Park is nearby as well. Easy access to hiking trails and outdoor activities. Peaceful and quiet campground that is very well maintained. Camp hosts are very friendly and helpful! Check in and payment is all online. Dog friendly! Roomy sites with picnic tables and fire pits. Open year round. Stayed from November through April
GuideThis is a great campground. Lots of spacious campsites. Lots of choices. We were lakeside on a pull through that was a bit short for us. The site was amazing we could kayak up to our site. Pet friendly, family friendly. Power, Electric, gray water dumps near each site. Washer and dryer in each bathhouse. A beautiful campground.
ScoutOVERVIEW
No Water/Sewer Hookups on Any Site
Electric Hookup Sites Limited
WiFi/Cell Signal Limited[Booster Recommended]
Kid Friendly
Dog Friendly
Bath Facilities On-site
LOCATION
The location is incredible! We enjoyed the accessibility of hiking, biking and fishing right from the campground. ART LOEB trailhead is right outside the campground entrance and is excellent for hiking and mountain biking. Several loops and even sites provide access to the river for fishing. Just outside the campground are endless trails and several beautiful waterfalls that can be accessed within a 5-15 min car ride. Convenient to a few restaurants, grocery stores and even a Walmart (which is slightly dodgy so be warned).
SITE
014 WOAK site is an RV site. It’s spacious and very private. We loved how much room we had to spread out and entertain as we were traveling with several other camping families. Our site was the go to spot! Backing in wasn’t difficult. It was convenient that the pull through site across from us was vacant, this made backing in super easy. There are no hookups on this site. So be sure you have a generator! One bonus on the location of this site is the water access just feet away. We needed to fill up and had forgot to do so when we pulled in to the campground. What a relief to see a water access just steps from the campsite! The only downside was that generator hours are very limited. If you are traveling during warmer months or must have AC, this is not the site for you. We felt that the tree coverage really provided us protection from the heat and did very well without AC in early August.
ACTIVITIES
Slide Rock is a natural water slide that is fun for the whole family. Yes… it’s COLD and honestly worth every moment of chilly suffering.
Hiking is abundant and all levels are accessible within minutes to a few miles of the campsite. Our favorites are: Looking Glass Falls (steps going down make this a breeze), Moore Cove Falls is a MUST and an easy trail that leads to the perfect waterfall for a good photo, Looking Glass Rock is a moderate to difficult hike and worth it. Looking Glass Rock is a long hike so be prepared to go early and bring a rain jacket.
Fishing right within the campground makes it perfect for an early morning or late afternoon activity. The hatchery is nearby and offers some wonderful opportunities to catch and release. Be sure to look in to a guided tour for a hands on experience filled with lots of educational info on local fish.
Biking is a top activity for lots of overnight and day campers. The Art Loeb Trail provides endless miles that proves fun for the whole family.
Ice Cream at Dolly’s should make your list if you love a refreshing treat. This iconic little stop if right by the entrance to the Pisgah Forest and just around the corner from the campground. Also a great spot for a cell signal!
Breweries aren’t hard to find nearby. Small microbreweries are within a few minutes and Sierra Nevada Brewery is 25 minutes away.
DON’T FORGET
ScoutSpacious long-term Resort with bathhouse, laundry facility, dog park, hiking trail, private dock on Lake Hartwell, boat storage, and more. Also allows tiny homes!
GuideThis is a typical Corp of Engineers campground, well kept with a variety of pull through and back-in sites. Sites are 50/30/20 electric with water, picnic table and fire ring. Many sites have a tent pad, are very level packed gravel/sand and well situated with very few having very close neighbors. Shade is at a premium on some sites due to cutting of pine trees a couple of years ago but almost all are waterfront with an excellent view. Some sites have direct access to the water allowing boats right at the site and swimming. The swimming beach is very nice and well maintained as are the playgrounds. Three bath houses are convenient to all loops, well maintained and clean. Cell service is very good as is over the air TV with numerous channels available. The dump station is easy in/out. Sites 10 through 40 have awesome views of Lake Hartwell.
ScoutIndian Creek Campground in Cherokee, NC is a hidden gem. Nice hosts, clean facilities in the woods. We have a 25 ft pull behind camper and sites are big enough for slide-outs. Picknick table and campfire ring was on site. We had a 30 amp full hook-up site. Campground has tent sites, RV sites, cabins, clean bathhouse and is dog friendly.
RangerHaving lived in South Carolina most my life, I haven't seen it all.. but have seen a lot of it. Mile Creek Campground is a string of 3 islands connect by narrow straights and surrounded by water. It's hard to get a spot here without great views of Lake Keowee and the Blueridge Mountains.
The spaces a are a mix of full concrete pads or gravel sites. We've stayed in several sites and while some are very close together (that RV park feeling), there are many which have lots of breathing room, and things feel more natural. The pics in this review are for site 51, which is on the "3rd island," which is the furthest out and offers the best views. This is a very level concrete spot and we only had to use the electric tongue jack on our trailer to level front to back. Got set up in under 5 minutes.
There is one oddity to some of the concrete sites. Because it's concrete, your fire pit is off to the side. And since most of the sites are raised, your fire pit may be level with the concrete pad, but you can't sit next to it as there is too much slope.
It's a county park and is well maintained. Bath houses are clean. With it having a public day use area with a nice boat dock, you can expect almost every morning @ 6am to hear the diehard fishing folks blasting out of the boat launch area.
We have Verizon and our cell signal has always been 4 to 5 bars on the outside third island.
All sites have 30amp electric and water hookups. Dump station at the front of campground entrance up on a hill. BE AWARE, pulling into the dump station is easy, but the steeper exit will have longer RV's and Trailers dragging their bag end on the asphalt.
We've always felt safe and relaxed here. And though we prefer more dispersed camping with less neighbors, this is still one of the best and most affordable ($25 in off season) places in South Carolina to camp.
We rarely give 5-stars, but due to the awesome views, trees between the sites and being well wooded & surrounded by water... it really is a very nice place.
From what I can tell, all but two sites are back in. We had no problem backing in our 23'8" (total length) camper in.
Traveling RVers near Highlands, North Carolina can find several campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Situated in the Nantahala National Forest at 4,118 feet elevation, Highlands experiences cooler temperatures than surrounding lowlands, with summer highs typically in the 70s and winter temperatures frequently dropping below freezing. Fall camping requires advance planning due to peak foliage tourism from mid-October through early November.
Waterfall exploration: 15 minutes from downtown. Visitors staying at Cullasaja River Campground can access multiple waterfalls along the Cullasaja River. "This is one of the most prettiest places on the River. Very close to attractions ie on waterfall Byway! And IN the Forest," notes one camper about the location.
Apple picking: seasonal activity. Late August through October offers apple picking opportunities at local orchards. Campers using Willow Valley RV Resort as their base enjoy easy access to nearby orchards. "Easy to get to from Atlanta or South Carolina. Rabun gap is close to a variety of activities including hiking trails, wineries, old country shopping and so much more," shares a visitor.
Zip lining: year-round thrills. The region boasts North Carolina's biggest zip line operation, located near several campgrounds. "NC's biggest zip line is just down the road" from Sky High Ridge RV Campground, according to one reviewer, making it convenient for adventure seekers.
Mountain climate: natural air conditioning. The higher elevation provides relief from summer heat, with temperatures typically 10-15 degrees cooler than surrounding lowland areas. At Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort, campers appreciate the comfortable mountain temperatures: "We loved this RV park so much, we kept adding nights. This is our favorite site on our trip across the country so far!"
Community gatherings: scheduled social events. Several campgrounds organize regular social activities. "They had happy hour everyday at five" notes a visitor to Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort, while another mentions, "Every day, at 5pm, the happy hour bell rings and it's a great chance to meet people and learn tips on the area."
River access: cooling off spots. Many campgrounds feature water access for swimming during warmer months. "Right along the Cullasaja river you have easy access to swimming and boating or you can drive a mile or two up the road and get to some amazing swimming holes with cliff jumping and natural water slides," writes a reviewer about local water features.
Road conditions: preparation needed. Several campgrounds have challenging access roads requiring careful navigation. At Sky High Ridge RV Campground, "The roads are also very tight so anything bigger than a 30' may be tough (you actually cannot follow Google/Waze maps or you will get stuck, follow the host directions)."
Limited facilities at smaller sites. Some rv sites near Highlands, North Carolina operate with minimal amenities. "This is a RV CAMPGROUND and it will not be for everyone. There is no bath house so only vehicles with a toilet are allowed," warns a camper about Sky High Ridge.
Cash-only policies. Some smaller operations don't accept credit cards. "They do only accept cash or checks," notes a visitor to Pines RV Park and Cabins, so travelers should plan accordingly.
Playgrounds and recreation: kid-friendly options. Multiple campgrounds offer dedicated children's areas. "There are many activities to keep family members occupied, including a playground, basketball, corn hole, soccer nets, community fire pit (you can rent a private firepit), and in-season, a pool," reports a visitor to Willow Valley RV Resort.
Garden exploration: educational opportunity. Unique amenities can entertain children. At Sky High Ridge RV Campground, "There is a garden on site you can meander around, grab an apple to snack on, and hang out with the butterflies... Plus [the host] was kind enough to show our kids the garden while we got setup."
Swimming areas: natural water features. River access provides natural entertainment for families. "The area is really beautiful year round though best in the summer when you can cool off from the hot days by getting in the water," explains a camper about Cullasaja River Campground.
Site selection strategy. Road noise can impact some campsites. "After being assured our lot along 246 would be quiet, I was quite disappointed and got poor sleep. Lots of road noise. Would not stay near 246 again," advises a camper at River Vista RV Park, suggesting locations away from major roads.
WiFi considerations. Internet access varies widely between parks. "Very frustrated with the almost non-existent Wifi. Couldn't download much of anything or post anything or watch anything. If you advertise Wifi, it should have much better coverage throughout the campground," notes a reviewer, while another campground boasts "Best internet anywhere around."
Parking assistance. Some RV parks offer personalized parking guidance. At Pines RV Park and Cabins, "Lou meets you at the office and guides you to your campsite and politely offers to guide you in. We used his help and he guided us in to an inch of the cement pad for our front porch."
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