29 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Old NC 105 offers dispersed camping sites where pets are welcome with no restrictions, situated just 35 minutes from Little Switzerland. This free camping area allows leashed dogs throughout the primitive sites with no designated pet areas or waste stations. Campers with pets have access to basic fire rings but should note there are no picnic tables, potable water, or sanitation facilities. Spacious Skies Bear Den Family Campground provides a more developed option for pet owners, with full hookup RV sites, tent camping, and pet-friendly cabins. Dogs are permitted throughout the campground on leashes with owners responsible for waste cleanup. Many sites at Crabtree Falls Campground along the Blue Ridge Parkway accommodate pets with easy access to hiking trails.
The 2.5-mile loop trail to Crabtree Falls offers pet owners a moderate hiking experience with their leashed dogs, featuring stream crossings where dogs can cool off during warmer months. Victor Road Dispersed camping areas provide additional free pet-friendly options near streams where dogs can play, though the narrow gravel road access requires careful navigation. Campers report peaceful nights at these secluded sites with only the sounds of nearby creeks and occasional wildlife. Most campgrounds in the area enforce standard pet policies requiring dogs to be leashed at all times, cleaned up after, and never left unattended at campsites. Black Mountain Campground and Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area also welcome pets with similar policies, providing access to additional trail systems suitable for dogs.
"Great weather and close to many fun things around. Altapass orchard, Little Switzerland, Lineville Falls and Emerald Village Gem Mining."
"The drive is so scenic, offering arguably some of the best mountain views of the smokies. The surrounding area is just beautiful, lots of hiking opportunities, or just sightseeing."
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)."
"Dogs welcome 🐾 Clean bathrooms Clean hot showers Some electric sites River sites are first come first serve Has group camping {must reserve online} Large tent pads Rv sites Fishing Can purchase"
"There are no supplies available at the office and the nearest store is a good distance so make sure you come prepared."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $56 / 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
"Nice, quaint campground off the BRP, near Little Switzerland {which offers the lovely Little Switzerland Cafe, open 11am to 4pm, with an adjacent general store, next to that is a cool eclectic bookstore"
"Located on the beautiful Blue Ridge Park in between Little Switzerland and Craggy Gardens/Mt Mitchell area at Milepost 339.5."
from $10 - $20 / night
"The campground is open from May 1 to Oct 31...but if you walk-in to the sites, as in via the trails, you can rent a site amost all year. Tent sites are small, but nice."
"There are plenty of tent camping sites along the Mountain to Sea trail and throughout the park. I camped by Commissary Ridge next to a small Creek and an excellent view of sunrise."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 / night
"I would not recommend this for someone unfamiliar with driving a rig but once we got there it was amazing."
"We live near here and decided to give the dispersed camping area a try. We wanted to take our dogs camping to see how they would do and the dispersed camping area was perfect!"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $10 - $20 / night
"We stayed for two nights, a little away from the main camp area but was kinda glad for it. Had a great spot tucked into the woods near the water. Great path to skip rocks and just enjoy."
"It is tucked in next to the South Toe River with an excellent swimming hole, rapids for tubing, great trout fishing, and a good launching off point for hikes into the Black Mountains and Mt Mitchell."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $70 / night
"I camped here over the weekend with a friend and our dogs. We were in campsite 62. Our loop was very private and shaded. The only negative point was the street light right across from us."
"Fire pits you had to walk up to but were away from tents, which I liked. Bathhouse was clean, well lit, pretty warm showers. Campground was very clean and has a lot of amenities."
Available this weekend
"Just a few miles from the Bluegrass Parkway & Little Switzerland. Great motorcycle roads & home of The Diamond back ride."
"The campsites are a bit close to each other, but they are well maintained."
from $45 - $69 / night
TravelerThis location can’t be beat. Nestled between Asheville and Brevard, close to Pisgah NF and Sierra Nevada brewing! We loved the access to fishing here, even though we didn’t catch anything. The streams were pristine, the campground very well kept and the hosts were kind. And our dog obviously loved it!
LegendThis is almost a perfect park. Sites are a little tight, pond is nice, but geese were on another level. So loud at 3-5am it woke us up and kept us up. Our neighbors were also inconsiderately loud at 4-6am. We thought they were pulling out the first time and gave a pass, but it was 4 straight days. This was only place at the time time that had sites. Definitely pretty more scenic parks. We book 2 days out. Staff is super friendly and price wasn’t bad last minute.
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
TravelerThis place is a nice campground, quiet and the guests (during our stay) respect others by keeping the noise down. The spaces are set up to maximize privacy between sites. There is no cell phone service (to do this report we are in a picnic area by a small lake and I can get cell as well as internet on my travelfi device) sos is the only access. I normally listen to audio books but not while here. On my computer I could see three others with low signals; they might have had a better device/provider. The spots tend to the small back in typically found in campsites built before RVs got really big, type. There is another camping area I haven’t been to yet and I did see a large over lander (looks indestructible and tall/long) towable head that way and the campground attendant didn’t predict any problems so perhaps there are larger spots elsewhere. This place has single person shower rooms and nice flush toilets. The whole place is set in woodland so it isn’t like a commercial RV place that was more concerned with volume over aesthetics. This is a lovely spot with ample amenities (my space had no hookups) for our type of camping (toilets, trash, quiet neighbors, semi private spaces) just zero phone or internet.
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?"
Camping options near Little Switzerland sit at elevations ranging from 2,500-3,500 feet, providing moderate temperatures even in summer months. The area's unique position along the eastern edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains creates microclimates where morning fog often lingers in valleys before burning off to reveal mountain vistas. Dispersed camping areas typically receive less rainfall than the western slopes of these same mountains.
Fishing access at trout-stocked waters: At Mountain Stream RV Park, campers can fish directly from their sites. "Brody caught his first trout, it is a catch and release creek," reports James U., who celebrated his 50th birthday at this campground situated along Buck Creek.
Waterfall hikes under 3 miles: Several falls within short hiking distance provide natural cooling spots. "The view of the waterfall is mesmerizing! And a nice breaking spot for the loop distance," notes Erin D. about the Crabtree Falls trail, describing it as "easier on the second half of the loop, as it was dirt rather than rock."
High-elevation forest exploration: For campers seeking cooler temperatures, higher elevation options offer relief from summer heat. "We left home and the temperate was well into the high 90's, however the temperate on top of the mountain never came above 62!" shares Erin D. about camping at Mount Mitchell State Park, where clear nights reveal spectacular star views.
Creek sounds for sleeping: Many campers prioritize water-adjacent sites for 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," Barbara S. mentions about her stay at Mountain Stream RV Park, adding it provided "starry nights" and helped them "sleep peacefully with the sounds of the running stream."
Off-grid disconnection: Limited connectivity forces campers to unplug. "No electricity, no wi-fi, just pure quality time," mentions Erin D. about Mount Mitchell State Park Campground, recommending families "explore cooking over a campfire and hiking the trails in the refreshing 60 degree weather."
Private forest camping: Secluded sites with natural buffers between neighbors rank high in reviews. "The upper numbered sites on the hillside are very private compared to most campgrounds," notes Brian D. about Roan Mountain State Park Campground, which offers "trees everywhere" with creek-front options also available at this pet friendly camping destination near Little Switzerland.
Weather fluctuations: Mountain elevations create rapidly changing conditions. "The top of Mount Mitchell has its own micro-climate and is often foggy. The night we spent there was cold, windy and miserable," cautions Katy S., who experienced "strong winds and rain through the night, with no trees to protect from the wind."
Road conditions to remote sites: Access to primitive camping areas requires suitable vehicles. David P. notes about Old NC 105 Dispersed Camping: "The beginning of the road from either side is easy enough to get down but in the middle it gets really rough would not recommend driving all the way through without an SUV or better clearance and 4 wheel drive."
Seasonal operations: Many established campgrounds close during winter months. "This campground is open from May 1 to Oct 31... but if you walk-in to the sites, as in via the trails, you can rent a site almost all year," Dave V. notes about camping options at higher elevations where snow can persist well into spring.
Playground access: For families with younger children, on-site play areas make a difference. "There are A LOT of spots in a small area. That would be my only complaint if you want to call it that. The campgrounds clean and the owners are super nice and helpful. We have a dog and love the dog park!" mentions Jennifer J. about her experience at Linville Falls Campground.
Educational activities: State parks often provide structured learning opportunities. "The park also has events scheduled. They had a cloggers dance group when we were there, which was very nice," Katrin M. shares about Roan Mountain State Park, which also features a historic grist mill and old homestead for children to explore.
Protected swimming spots: Natural swimming areas with manageable currents provide safer water play. "There is a swimming hole and a fishing hole, both well-maintained," notes Katrin M. about facilities at Roan Mountain State Park, while Chris Y. mentions that Bear Den Family Campground "has a small lake on property to fish or swim."
Site width considerations: RV campers should check site dimensions when booking. "Even with a 25-foot camper, I could not let my awning out fully and we felt almost on top of camper when we sat outside near the fire pit," warns James U. about site #7 at Curtis Creek Campground, suggesting campers should "mark down" specific sites for future visits.
Seasonal temperature planning: Temperature variations affect comfort in RVs without temperature control. "Wind gusts easily get into the double digits, and if you aren't prepared for that, it can be alarming," warns Erin D. about camping at higher elevations, particularly important for RVers relying on roof vents for cooling.
Level site availability: Finding level parking proves critical for larger rigs. "Most sites at Crabtree Falls Campground in this loop will allow for 30' rigs. All sites have picnic table and built-in fire pits," notes Chris A., adding that sites are "back-in and pull through on the side of site" at this pet friendly camping destination near Little Switzerland, North Carolina.
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