From the shores of Cape Hatteras to the ancient mountains of Great Smoky Mountain National Park, North Carolina is a state that is as beautiful as it is diverse in natural wonders. Whether you fancy a day of surfing in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean or a climb up Mount Mitchell, the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi, there’s an outdoor adventure waiting for you. So grab your bathing suit or your hiking poles (or both!) and find the best camping in North Carolina. 


The pristine beauty of North Carolina’s Outer Banks have always drawn vacationers looking for a respite from the hustle and bustle of their daily lives. Fortunately for those that like sleeping under the stars, camping in North Carolina at one of the state’s many beaches is a great way to experience the sun and sand without the expense of a vacation rental. With over 300 miles of coastline, there are dozens of state and private campgrounds to choose from. 


If pitching your tent in coastal sand dunes isn’t your cup of tea then pack your bag and head to the mountains of Western North Carolina—a region known throughout the southeast for its abundant opportunities to recreate outdoors. Whether you’re rafting down the Nantahala River that winds through the beautiful and remote Nantahala National Forest or hiking on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a 1,175 mile footpath that spans the width of North Carolina, you won’t run out of reasons to be outside. 


North Carolina has 40 mountains that rise above 6,000 feet (aforementioned Mount Mitchell is the tallest, clocking in at 6,684 feet) and 100 that stand more than 5,000 feet. Camping in the shadows of these peaks is just one thing that makes camping in North Carolina so special. And with 2.1 million acres of public land in the state, finding a campground is as easy as pulling out a map. 


Whether it’s saltwater waves, pristine peaks or rushing rivers that excite you, let The Dyrt help you discover the best camping in North Carolina. 

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Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Lackey Hill, NC has a lot to offer. Lackey Hill is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Lackey Hill and user-submitted reviews.

Lackey Hill

The Best Camping Near Lackey Hill, North Carolina

We purchased our nine-acre property a little over three years ago. It was a run down, small, manufactured home park with a farmhouse on it. It has been an ongoing labor of love to transform it into a small, unique RV and tent camping park along beautiful Conleys Creek in Whittier, NC.



Conleys Creek Campground offers 4 tent spots (first come, first served), as well as 4 RV spots. All located along Conleys Creek with grills and fire pits. We also rent our 38' luxury RV. We are pet friendly and open year-round.



We have torn down and repurposed some of the manufactured homes on the property. We now offer a charming 2 bedroom / 1 bath unit, complete with a private yard containing a hot tub, fire pit and grill. Dogs are allowed in the yard, off their leashes.



We continue to expand our gardens with a wide variety of vegetables and herbs. We have planted many evergreen, fruit, and flowering trees, lovely bushes, and flowers for bold color throughout the year. Our property is pesticide free. We currently have 12 free range chickens, known as The Dixie Chicks! Individually named after female country singers. Guests enjoy feeding, petting, and collecting their eggs, which are delicious! Fish or cool off in our creek, which is regularly stocked with trout.



As a convenience to our guests, we sell fresh eggs, firewood, and ice. Enjoy the game room, complete with billiards, darts, games and DVD's. Or play one of our numerous outdoor yard games. There is a public golf course less than a mile down the road. We have a very clean, private guest bath house, excellent WI-FI, and a dump station.



Hike up our mountain range to locate our second creek. This was how we got the original name, Hidden Creek Retreat. However, we recently changed it to Conleys Creek Campground because this better reflects how we have grown our business and who we are!



Our guests love our convenient location to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We are nestled conveniently between Bryson City and Cherokee. Close to other charming towns, including Sylva and Dillsboro, and many outdoor attractions. Enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, tubing, kayaking and whitewater raft, all near our property. This is our home, business, and new lifestyle. Come and enjoy it with us!



Conley's Creek Campground

We can't adequately describe how peaceful it is to listen to creek and the birds while watching the sunset turn the sky purple over the Smoky Mountains at our "Backside" campground. With 6 acres of complete solidarity one mile from the nearest paved road, evenings around the firepit w/ the stars are simply magical! Local activities include cliff jumping at a secret swimming hole, hiking the Appalachian and Bartram trails, waterfall bathing, kayaking on the lake, & whitewater rafting the Nantahala River. There are 6 large tent campsites with 2 shared fire pits, a porta-potty, a fresh water creek, & picnic tables. The lack of Cell Reception means this site is for true adventurers who want to Disconnect in order to Re-Connect with the ones they bring.



Backside Campground at Nantahala 

This site is ***ALL GEAR INCLUSIVE***! No hassle of time-consuming set up/pack up! Tents, shower, bathroom, air beds, linens, lanterns, solar lights, cookstove, basic kitchenware/cookware/dinnerware, grill, chairs, benches, fire pit, and SECLUSION. You will have your OWN 1 ACRE SITE, versus the "circus" atmosphere of any public campground or state park! Enjoy being disconnected from today's modern/confining world, communing with the simplicity and serenity of nature!

Site sits at 3400' elevation and is located 2 mi north of Bear Lake off NC Hwy 281. Area is popular with all outdoor enthusiasts due to the central location of 7 lakes, East Fork of the Tuckasegee to the Tuckasegee River (The Tuck), Blue Ridge Parkway, Nantahala & Pisgah National Forests and Smoky Mountain National Park. Cashiers, Highlands, Cherokee and Asheville are all within an hour of a scenic drive.

Perfect for couples, families, small groups, hikers, backpackers, and nature enthusiasts! Enjoy nature's 24/7 music and nightly light shows of fireflies, shooting stars, and the Milky Way!





Camp Uptown Backwoods

Looking for that relaxing, peaceful, and scenic getaway? We have your spot for you! Beautiful 2400 sq. ft. log cabin with plenty of room for you to spread out and relax! Newly listed to VRBO and a completely updated interior with all new beds and furniture. The kitchen is well stocked with all the utensils you could need. And we have a green egg to grill or smoke on as well! Tucked away amongst the Rhododendron and Mountain Laurel, you will not find a more relaxing atmosphere. Detached garage and a fire pit to cook those yummy smores! The mountain views are to the west of the cabin, meaning you have beautiful sunsets every night! They are truly stunning! Master king bedroom with full bath on the main level. The loft area has two twin beds along with a card/game table. The finished basement level has another king bedroom, full bath, as well as two sets of bunk beds and a sectional couch with a 65” tv. The family room is well appointed with a comfortable couch and loveseat as well as our favorite - the cow chairs! HOT TUB coming October 2022! 7 person hot tub soon to be installed



Carolina Moon Cabin

Great Smoky Mountains and only 4 miles to downtown Gatlinburg you can't get a better location than Camp LeConte are happy to have a family business where they can share the love of nature, mountains and Gatlinburg with all their guests. Ian is a lover of all things outdoors. Mix that with Linzy's style and love of decorating and that's Camp LeConte. A glamorous camping destination where you can stay in a luxury tree house, European safari tent or a retro camper. Bring your own RV or camper and stay in one of our full -hook up sites with 20, 30 and 50 amp service, water, sewer, cable and free wifi. Maybe you are wanting your kids to pitch a real tent (just like you did when you were their age!

Our primitive tent camping sites are located near the back of the property. They are an excellent option for individuals or groups who want to enjoy all the amenities of Camp LeConte but with a bit more of an authentic camping experience rolled in.

The Primitive Sites include areas for tents, but do not include individual electrical service or water. There are water faucets nearby and electric outlets at the Pavilion. Each site does have a fire ring with a grill and a small picnic table.Of course, all the other areas of Camp LeConte are available, such as the climate-controlled bathhouse, salt-water pool, and general store. The Primitive tent sites are just perfect for a small family gathering, a couple's’ getaway, or the solo traveler.

Our RV and Camper sites include 20/30/50 amp electric service, full hook-up water and sewer, cable TV and free wifi. Each site has a concrete patio and picnic table. Some sites have park grills and all sites have fire rings.

Cozy setting in the city limits.

Choice of one of 11 pull-through sites.

​20/30/50 amp electric service.

Night lighting at each site.

Full hook-up water and sewer.

Concrete pad.

Picnic table.

Fire-ring and grill.

Cable television.

ARVC & TNARVC member.

Gatlinburg Trolley Stop on site.

Maximum Lengths:

Motorhome, Bus or Van - 58'

Pull Behind Travel Trailer - 33'



LECONTE CAMPGROUND

Welcome to Cane Creek Holler, comprising 21 acres of mountainous terrain, a camping area, "classroom" and cooking pavilion. Stunning sunrises and sunsets, visits from turkeys, hawks, deer and all manner of native wildlife, create a peaceful natural environment that is 10 minutes from Western Carolina University and all the amenities the town of Sylva has to offer. Leaf looking, waterfall hikes, access to Cherokee and the Great Smokey Mountains National Park, and a range of rivers and lakes, national forest lands, and wilderness/recreation areas for hiking, mountain biking, paddling, rafting, and sightseeing. An hour from Asheville Regional Airport and the Biltmore, this location offers something for everyone. Come and enjoy a unique spot "away from it all" and "in the middle of everything".



Cane Creek Holler

Three Little Bears Retreat situated on 40+ acres bordering the Great Smoky Mountain National park in Bryson City, NC. The area of Bryson City has the best to offer for those wanting to visit the Smokies such as hiking, fly fishing, mountain biking, white water rafting, horse back riding, tubing, and more! The beautiful thing about Bryson is that everything seems to be a little better, nicer and less crowded than the Tennessee side of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, while our cabins and property are fabulous, the best part to us is that the house sits just outside the entrance to the "Road to Nowhere" entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and is an easy 5 minute drive into downtown, Deep Creek, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad and many other fun activities. Vacations should be relaxing and fun and not spent commuting everywhere, and we feel our location for exploring the Smoky Mountains is perfect.

On the Retreat, we have three large cabins, a Glamping area with an Airstream, glamping tents and clubhouse, many mountain streams, the roaring Lands Creek at the bottom, long range views at the top, and several hundred feet directly bordering the National Park!

Our original Three Little Bears cabin is a large 4 bedroom cabin with a large finished basement used as a bunk room. There is a master suite on the 3rd floor with spa type bathroom and reading loft. The main floor has 2 bedrooms with King beds, a large laundry room, one full bath, a large kitchen and open concept dining and living room as well as access to the wrap around outdoor balconies. The basement is heated and cooled and features 3 bunk bed sets, a movie area with a 65" tv, a workspace, a full bath and the adjoining garage has been turned into a game room with a pool table, foosball table, arcade console, and dart board. The garage area leads outside to the bottom floor deck that has swings, a sitting area to enjoy the view and enjoy the sounds of the roaring creek below.

Farm Bear Lodge is a large 4 bedroom +bunk room /4 bath cabin with two large finished living areas and a garage. Lands Creek can also be heard loudly from this cabin. The kitchen, main living area, balcony, and another king bedroom and full bath are located on the main floor, while the other two king bedrooms and the living/game room/deck with hot tub and fire pit are located on the lower floor. Connected to one of the king bedrooms is what we call the bunk room with 5 single beds and a full bath (no actual bunks)

Sky Bear Lodge is a classic cabin that has a historical feel and epic views from near the top of the Retreat. It has 5 bedrooms with 2 kings and a full bath up top, the master suite and a bedroom with twin beds on the main floor with the kitchen and main living area, and another king bedroom and bunk room with 5 single beds (no bunk beds) is on the bottom floor along with the game room, hot tub, and fire pit.

Three Little Bears Glamping consists of a club house with a full kitchen, game area, and hot tub along with a renovated Airstream called Air Bear, and plans for Glamping Luxury Tents along the ridge. Lands Creek can also still be heard from this location. Air Bear is a converted Airstream Ambassador Camper that can sleep 4 and has a full bath and kitchenette.



3 Little Bears Retreat

Surrounded by nature, enjoy the seclusion of this mountainside glamping experience along with the convenience of being close to town, the national park, AND having private access to a unique cabin with a full kitchen, bathroom and living area. Our renovated space themed Airstream comfortably sleeps 4 and we have outdoor ping pong, cornhole, fire pit, and a hot tub. We're about 5-8 minutes from downtown Bryson City and just around the corner from an entrance to the Smoky Mtn Ntl Park.



Airbear: Airstream Glamping with Hot Tub and Cabin

Sky Bear sits at the top of our property with epic and serene views across multiple ridges to soak up the mountain air. The lodge has a rustic, historical feel with hand hewn cedar throughout, a hand laid stone fireplace and many spaces to spread out to reflect or spend time together with the family. Our driveway is paved with easy access for motorcycles/cars and has a covered parking area. This lodge has 5 bedrooms with 11 beds & 3 bathrooms.

The middle floor is the entry and main floor with kitchen, dining, living area, master bedroom, and an additional guest bedroom. Upstairs are two bedrooms with king beds and a bath and loft. Downstairs is a family bedroom area with one room having a king bed and another room having 5 single beds. There is also a full bath and a large game room on this level along with access to the back porch with the hot tub. Sky Bear Lodge has satellite wifi internet (great for most things but not streaming), satellite Dish Network tv, and DVD players for media in addition to our pool table, shuffle board table, corn hole, connect 5, and other games and entertainment options that we provide on the property.

Our property that we call Three Little Bears Retreat is 40+ preserved acres that backs up to the National Park, and we're an easy 8 minute ride into town. Enjoy the game room, porches, swings, and relax & unwind



Sky Bear Lodge

The whole, large group will enjoy easy/quick access to the Smoky Mtn Ntl Park and downtown Bryson from Farm Bear Lodge. Our cabin is on 40+ acres that backs up to the Smoky Mtn Ntl Park near the "Road to Nowhere Entrance" of the park. There is a large creek below that can be heard from the decks/firepit areas of the lodge. There is a trail down to a mountain stream and the creek if you wish to spend some time there. Our driveway is an easy paved access all year for cars and motorcycles. You'll enjoy ample space in this recently renovated, farmhouse lodge styled setting many entertainment options, a wonderful view and a peaceful setting.

Farm Bear Lodge is spacious with the main floor having an open living/dining area along with the master bed bath and an additional bed/bath. Downstairs is a large, living/game area and 3 beds/2baths. One bedroom below is connected to the bunk rooms as a family area. There is one step up to the foundation of the main floor and then it is flat throughout. Both floors have decks or balconies to enjoy the view and creek sounds. The hot tub is on the bottom floor. Being in the rural mountains, this lodge has satellite wifi internet (good for most things but not streaming), satellite Dish network tv and DVD players for media entertainment in addition to our pool table, shuffleboard, hot tub, etc.

We collectively call our family's property Three Little Bears Retreat, and we have a few other cabins on the property that may be available for an even larger group if you all want to stay nearby. Our other cabins on the property are 3 Little Bears Retreat, Sky Bear Lodge, and Air Bear Glamping (an Airstream). Find or follow us at 3bearsbryson.



Farm Bear Lodge

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