Best Glamping near Micaville, NC

Outercamp's Hoot Owl Ridge and Bear Creek Mountain Campground provide distinctive glamping experiences in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Micaville. The secluded Gnomes Yome at Outercamp features panoramic mountain views, complete with comfortable furnishings, electricity, and a deck overlooking Dobson Knob. "Waking up to the Blue Ridge Mountains in the morning over a nice cup of Juan Valdez is unmatched," noted one visitor about their yurt experience. Bear Creek Mountain offers a glamping tent with electricity and lighting, allowing guests to enjoy off-grid luxury while remaining connected. Both locations provide scenic mountain settings with comfortable accommodations that blend wilderness immersion with essential comforts, creating an upscale alternative to traditional camping.

Guests at these glamping properties can explore numerous hiking opportunities in the surrounding mountains, with Linville Gorge and Mount Mitchell State Park both within easy driving distance. The Blue Ridge Parkway provides spectacular scenic drives with access to numerous trails and lookout points. One camper described their experience: "The peace and tranquility of the surroundings just wisked away all of my usual day-to-day worries." Cell service remains surprisingly good at these remote locations, allowing guests to stay connected while enjoying nature. Seasonal considerations vary, with Mount Mitchell offering cool summer temperatures rarely exceeding 81°F, making these canvas accommodations particularly appealing during warmer months. Most glamping sites in the area require reservations well in advance, especially for weekend stays during peak seasons.

Best Glamping Sites Near Micaville, North Carolina (77)

    1. Spacious Skies Bear Den

    65 Reviews
    Spruce Pine, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 765-2888

    $24 - $999 / night

    "If you are looking for a campground that is quiet and secluded - this is your place! We are a tent camping family so we stayed in Section “A.”"

    "There’s a pond for fishing and swimming, trails to hike, and playgrounds for the kids."

    2. Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    29 Reviews
    Montreat, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 675-5616

    $28 - $56 / night

    "Super place, super staff. Kevin the manager and Diane the host are awesome people with plenty of knowledge of the area."

    "I felt very safe as the campground hosts lived on site and were nearby to help with anything I needed. there are a few bath houses that are kept clean. my site was peaceful nearby the river and very close"

    3. Mount Mitchell State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Pisgah National Forest, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 675-4611

    $27 / night

    "The campground has just 9 walk in sites. We stayed at site number 1 which is the closest to the parking lot."

    "We stayed in site #1, which is the shortest walk from the parking lot and feels really private and compact with vegetation on 3 sides."

    4. Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area

    12 Reviews
    Little Switzerland, NC
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 675-5509

    $28 - $70 / 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."

    "About a 30 minute drive from Mount Mitchell, and it's a beautiful drive on the parkway."

    5. Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    28 Reviews
    Linville Falls, NC
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 765-7818

    $30 - $45 / night

    "Another lovely campground along the BRP, close to Linville Falls and gorge, picnic area and visitor center."

    "We stayed 2 nights in our 17' travel trailer and enjoyed clean bathrooms and hot showers, plus our site #2 had a small deck that came in handy when we were able to move the picnic table under our camper"

    6. Mountain Stream RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Pisgah National Forest, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 724-9013

    $48 - $65 / night

    "It's one small loop with around 30 sites, as well as 3 luxury yurts. Very level w/ nice gravel, fire pits & picnic tables. A nice big creek runs behind most of the campsites."

    "We found this RV Park to be dreamy, the sounds of the creek were very relaxing listening from our private deck. The grounds are immaculate and lit with beautiful lights at night."

    7. Buck Hill Campground

    6 Reviews
    Linville Falls, NC
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 766-6162

    $25 - $160 / night

    "Buck Hill Campground is located near Newland NC.  The family owned, Buck Hill campground has been with the same owner for the last 10 years. "

    "Grassy shady spots by the lake to pick out a place to pitch a tent with fire rings, water spigots and picnic tables spread down the treeline."

    8. Outercamp, Hoot Owl Ridge

    3 Reviews
    Little Switzerland, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 900-1983

    $99 - $169 / night

    "But honestly there is no feeling that can match waking up to the birds chirping and the tree tops all around you with the gorgeous view of the Blue Ridge Mountains."

    "Evan was a gracious host and the Yome was an amazing place for us to hide away from the world surrounded by the beautiful WNC mountains."

    9. Bear Creek Mountain Campground

    2 Reviews
    Bakersville, NC
    7 miles
    +1 (941) 264-3696

    $25 - $30 / night

    "I have a few cabins, one glamping tent, and a self-brought tent camping area."

    "Just a beautiful place camped for a weekend with my son and we couldn't have been more happy with the set up. Thanks Michelle!"

    10. Rusty's Roost River Camp

    1 Review
    Green Mountain, NC
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (910) 722-6888

    $98 / night

    "We'd like to welcome your host, Rusty, to our platform. Each tent has lighting and electrical hookup. Glampers will have comfy linens and furnishings. Close access to the restrooms and hot showers."

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Glamping Reviews near Micaville, NC

727 Reviews of 77 Micaville Campgrounds


  • tyrone T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2023

    Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    Hidden gem

    Super place, super staff. Kevin the manager and Diane the host are awesome people with plenty of knowledge of the area. The road into the facility (FR 472) turns into a gravel road for the last mile or so with a few small potholes but nothing terrible, we had no problems getting there in a 30' class a RV . Just make sure when you get to the fork in the road STAY TO THE RIGHT! The road on the left is Neil Creek road (which btw has some really nice dispersed camp sites) but if you have a bigger rig and go up that road you will hate life... It twists then gets steep and only a couple places to make a 180. No cell service whatsoever even with a booster... If you walk a 1/4 mile out the gravel road by the 1st A frame house you can get a signal there. The showers have plenty of hot water and are clean. The place is a bear super highway so they take policing your food and garbage very seriously. There are an abundance of hiking trails accessible from the site and are well kept... S

    Toe River has some beautiful spots to take a dip if you can handle the cold water.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2022

    USA Raft Adventure Resort

    Roughing it

    Stayed here with a group . I van camped, a Bell Tent, Avion camper, Geodome , and mini house was rented. All pretty well maintained. There were a few electrical issues due to the crowd that arrived for a music event over the weekend. They sorta stick people all over the place when their busy. Beautiful view along the River. Bar and food truck with vegan options on site. We whitewater rafted, the guides were excellent and it was an awesome trip. The AT meanders along the River and is easily accessible from the campground. Be flexible if you stay here, their reservation system leaves a lot to be desired, but it is a very layed back and enjoyable stay.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2021

    Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Delightful Respite in Julian Price Campground

    While there's a few dozen great places to stay in and around the Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway, there are few campgrounds as prized as Julian Price, which has plenty to explore just steps from your tent's front door (er, flap!). 

    After a 3+ hour drive from nearby Raleigh, my very great friend Gary (or'Gariatica' for short) and I landed at the D Loop, which is one of four campgrounds you'll find here. What's important to know about the'Big Letter D Barrio' as the locals refer to it as, is that the campground perches up almost immediately after entering it, so you'll be first met with a few of the lower campsites (which must receive a decent amount of noise from the passing traffic that is only 30-40 feet away from them) before coming to the ground's bathhouses (while just mediocre and not the cleanest, there are bonus points here for providing 'no coin required' individual, private stalls (8 in all), so no group showers, which will be disappointing for some, I suspect). 

    After passing the communal bathing facilities, you will circumnavigate the D Loop in counter-clockwise fashion (although many tried to swim upstream and go in the opposite direction, which I don't recommend, as apart from being hit from oncoming traffic, even if there was none, you would need to conduct a 17-point turn-around to park your car in the provided parking spot) to tour the 40 or so campsites. 

    While there were only a few free slots to chose from at the time of our booking (about 3-4 weeks in advance, so book early if you can!), we did get relatively lucky with our campsite, good 'ol D20, which had plenty of space for our behemoth 24 person tent cabin (OK, so you can't really sleep 24 in this sucker, but it sure would be fun trying!). 

    I would actually recommend the sites that were located directly across from ours - while ours slanted upwards(revealing our entire site), those on the other side of the road sloped downwards so had a solid amount of privacy. Basic amenities were had at most sites we saw- solid (yet aging) picnic tables, fire rings (with pull down grill) and wooden-encased tent platforms. Warning: no nearby running water (to clean dishes, you'll have to load them up in a bucket and trudge back and forth to the bathhouse (donning a towel is optional). 

    Also, I would suggest if you are looking at campsites here or in the other areas of this campground, do look at whether or not a trail cuts through or by your campsite. I don't know how you feel about 100's (this is a popular campground with loads of people hiking trails when we were there, so I'm not overestimating here) of strangers passing by your front door (dang it, I meant'flap' again!), but you might want to avoid the heavy foot fall traffic. 

    Also, unlike any other campground I've ever visited (I lost count after the first 100), I've never stayed at a campground where it was so easy for anyone to simply drive up and around the campground (usually, you have to persuade someone at the front gate that you belong there, right?) as this location has an EZ access point that avoids the ranger at the gate(who left promptly at 5pm anyway), which made me a bit uneasy, although we had no problems to speak of. 

    Last tip? My buddy who knows the area fairly well took me to Gamekeeper's Inn [https://gamekeeper-nc.com\\\\\\\] for one of the best meals of my life. This oversized log cabin chalet has an outstanding bar, simply fantastic staff, upscale smarts and feature exotic meats and rare game, so while I would have preferred hot dogs and beans fireside, followed by endless amounts of s'mores, I was instead dining on grass-[hand]-fed Bison and dungeon-free Emu, the likes of which I had never savored before. Quite delish, washed down by very fine Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough in the land of kiwis and finished off by, what else? You guessed it, a fantastic creme brûlée. Very nice and quite expensive, but hey, you only live once, right?!. 

    Happy Camping!

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 31, 2021

    Baileyton KOA Holiday

    Country Time

    Sites: 60 Pull thrus 

    RV-Tent-Cabins 15-30-50 amp service 

    Hot showers, pool, pets allowed, toilets, laundry, small grocery store This is only of couple of miles off I40 in the rolling hills of Tennessee, very quiet and well maintained. Sites ae a bit close together but not on top of each other. Gravel pads, fire rings, picnic table, trash. Beautiful green space and dog walk area. Enjoy the hiking. 

    LNT 

    Travel safe

  • Jorge P.
    Jan. 2, 2022

    Blue Bear Mountain Camp

    New Years camping

    This place is absolutely beautiful. Totally worth driving up the small country mountain road. After you make it up. The office is on the right. Very friendly staff and super helpful. He walked us to our site and helped us make sure we could pull into our site. We set up on site C-4 close to the tree line so we had so much privacy. It was close enough to the bathhouse but far enough for us to feel secluded. They have a fishing pond, long hiking trails and only about 15 minutes from downtown. 

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 26, 2022

    Emberglow Outdoor Resort

    Multiple Family Camping at Emberglow

       We camped at Emberglow campground for a long weekend the third week of April 2022. The campground is amazing. We all had a wonderful time. There was a combination of Camping trailers, and one family rented a Tiny House. The house was beautiful. The bath house and bathroom facilities at the campground were pristine. They were completely tiled and very clean. There were multiple activities for children including a bounce pad, playground and ball pit. The swimming pool was lovely and scheduled to open the next weekend. There are also tent sites available. Some of the RV sites had outdoor kitchens with sinks and propane tanks. Each site had a picnic table and fire ring. Our site had a gravel base. The close proximity to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure is an added bonus. The owners and staff were very friendly and helpful, but unobtrusive. I highly recommend Emberglow Campground.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 20, 2023

    Rusty's Roost River Camp

    Located alongside the North Toe River

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. We'd like to welcome your host, Rusty, to our platform. Each tent has lighting and electrical hookup. Glampers will have comfy linens and furnishings. Close access to the restrooms and hot showers. Check them out and leave them some love.

  • Napunani
    Jun. 23, 2022

    Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    Shade, Shade and more Shade!

    PROS 

    Discounted camp fee with senior pass 

    Reserved 169 days prior to arriving 

    Friendly and helpful gate attendant 

    Nearly 100% shade at each site 

    Excellent dark sky viewing 

    Private sites with large space along with vegetation between sites 

    Very quiet 

    Asphalt parking pad surrounded with bean size gravel 

    Concrete picnic table 

    Metal fire pit with cooking grate 

    2 hook lantern pole 

    Electric at water connection for heated water hose connection 

    Recycle bins in campground loop 

    Trash dumpsters immediately out of campground loop 

    Firewood for sale but gate attendant told us to buy at Ingles (grocery store) where it is $3 bundle cheaper and we did! 

    Next to North Carolina Arboretum 

    Close to Asheville Outlet Mall and Camping World 

    CONS 

    3 bear sitings a day prior to our arrival in campground, according to gate attendant 

    No overnight gate closure even tho RULES proved at check-in stated gates closed at 10pm, but no open hours in RULES

     Lakeview site 38 not level 

    Up hill sewer connection at Lakeview site 38 

    Fire ring not cleared of ash upon our arrival 

    Non-moveable concrete picnic table and beyond camper awning 

    2 toilets and 2 showers for entire Lakeview Loop (21 campsites). There were lines! 

    Low hanging tree branches over roadways and roadside tree branches over roadways so it was a maneuvering obstacle challenge to not scrape camper roof and sides Campground roads narrow with tight curves along with roadway asphalt dropped off to steep shoulders; could be challenging to novice rig drivers (as we witnessed that more than once) 

    Two-and- a-half-mile drive on a twisty hilly road through residential neighborhood to get to the campground 

    No WiFi 

    1 bar Verizon

  • Dakota R.
    Sep. 7, 2020

    Blue Ridge Motorcycle Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    A slice of heaven

    Me and my party of 6 stumbled upon this Gem after we had made reservations at another site that was extremely sketchy on Labor Day weekend so we called around and heard BRMC had some space. Once we arrived me and my party were greeted by the gentleman who ran the camp. Honestly the most friendliest and most welcoming experience we have had anywhere. we set up our tent next to the pond which was close to everything. It was a busy weekend, so there were a lot of tent campers around but that didn’t matter to us because there was plenty of space in between us and other campers. I had a 10x12 wall tent, and as you can see it was perfectly spacious on a single site. They offer meals in the Morning and evenings, so you’ll be covered if you don’t want to spend money on food. Lastly I want to add that on the last night we came in me and my wife who was pregnant in our car and she was having a lot of pain in her legs, so when we pulled up and the lots were full the gentleman who ran the camp directed us to the closest spot to the entrance. Really was a very kind and generous man. I apologize because I never got his name, but you can be sure this site is perfect for camping and me and my wife will be back after our son is born to make some memories!! God bless


Guide to Micaville

Camping in Micaville, North Carolina sits in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains at elevations between 2,500-3,000 feet, creating notably cooler summer temperatures than surrounding lowlands. The region typically sees nighttime summer temperatures drop into the 50s°F, making sleeping without air conditioning comfortable even in July and August. Cell service varies dramatically between campgrounds, with mountain ridges often creating communication dead zones.

What to do

Waterfall hiking: 1-mile trek to Set Rock Falls from Black Mountain Campground offers an accessible hike for most fitness levels. "There is a nice trail to SetRock Falls, right on the campground property...and several other foot trails to keep you busy and hiking," notes a camper. This short trail provides a good warm-up for more challenging hikes in the area.

Summit Mount Mitchell: 11.2-mile roundtrip trail begins directly from Black Mountain Campground for those seeking a challenge. "From here you can climb 4000ft to the summit of Mt Mitchell. It's a great, challenging hike with many rewards along the way," reports a visitor. Plan for a full-day hike with substantial elevation gain.

Fishing in North Toe River: Public access points near Rusty's Roost River Camp provide excellent trout fishing opportunities. "Each tent has lighting and electrical hookup. Glampers will have comfy linens and furnishings. Close access to the restrooms and hot showers," explains a reviewer. These amenities allow anglers to clean up after a day on the river.

Apple orchard visits: Dog-friendly orchards within driving distance offer seasonal produce. "Close to an apple orchid, which is so cool to visit (they're dog friendly) and not too far of a drive from the Linville Falls," mentions one camper. Most orchards in the area operate August through October.

What campers like

Yurt accommodations: Climate-controlled options at Bear Creek Mountain Campground provide comfort in all weather. "I have a few cabins, one glamping tent, and a self-brought tent camping area. I've decided to open the property to campers that like camping off grid with a tent that want to be part of this area at an affordable price," explains the owner. These accommodations offer electricity without sacrificing the wilderness experience.

Riverside camping: Sites along creek edges create natural sound barriers between campsites. "We positioned our tent just right and blocked the RV's from behind us - leaving us feeling like we were on a private peninsula," explains a visitor at Buck Hill Campground. Water-adjacent sites typically book first, especially during summer months.

Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses appear consistently in positive reviews. "The bathrooms and shower was well taken care. Very friendly camp hosts," notes a camper at Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area. Many campgrounds feature individual shower rooms rather than communal showers.

Community meals: Saturday evening barbecues create social opportunities for solo travelers. "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!" shares a visitor to Mountain Stream RV Park.

What you should know

Hurricane impact: Recent storm damage has affected several campgrounds. "FR 472 is closed at the Golf Course and there are hefty fines if you are caught walking beyond the gate. Black Mountain Campground was destroyed by flooding caused by Hurricane Helene," reports a recent visitor. Always check current conditions before traveling to the area.

Limited yurt availability: Micaville yurt camping options book months in advance. "We also just noticed the new addition of the Wild Fairy Yome which looks like a great option for us and a couple of our friends and we are planning our next trip there in May," mentions a visitor to Outercamp, Hoot Owl Ridge. Most yurts in the area require 2-night minimum stays.

Microclimates: Temperature variations between mountain peaks and valleys can exceed 20°F. "The night we spent there was cold, windy and miserable. We were in the cloud, with strong winds and rain through the night, with no trees to protect from the wind. In the morning I couldn't start the stove, so we packed and drove half a mile down to the Blue Ridge Parkway where we found late spring, bright sun light, chirping birds and beautiful views," explains a camper at Mount Mitchell State Park.

Limited cellular connectivity: Variable service depends on campground location. "Cell service is almost non-existent, but you can use the wifi for calls if necessary," reports a visitor to Mountain Stream RV Park. Many campsites offer WiFi as compensation for poor cellular coverage.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Multiple play areas at Spacious Skies Bear Den keep children entertained. "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," shares a visitor. Most family-oriented campgrounds have designated quiet hours starting at 10pm.

Swimming holes: Safe water play areas provide summer cooling options. "There is a swimming hole on the South Toe River in the campground just beyond the end of the riverside sites. It has a small sandy 'beach' area and a neck deep refreshing hole," describes a visitor to Black Mountain Campground. These natural swimming areas have no lifeguards.

Game rooms: Indoor recreation options for rainy days appear at several campgrounds. "Plenty to do for kids of all ages with game room, swing set, basketball, corn hole, and a field big enough to throw a frisbee or play catch," notes a visitor to Buck Hill Campground. Most campground arcade games operate on quarters.

Tips for RVers

Mountain road navigation: Avoid steep routes when towing large campers. "Getting to know the owners and all the people who ran the campground BUT now that is is apart of a large corporation or hedge fund and people looking to satisfy shareholders it's not as fun. Sure we love the location (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 to Spacious Skies Bear Den.

Site selection: Consider RV length when booking mountain campgrounds. "The sites are close together, but very level, clean, and with a nice picnic table. Many of the sites now have their own wooden decks overlooking the stream, which is a nice addition," explains a visitor to Mountain Stream RV Park. Most RV sites in the area cannot accommodate rigs longer than 35 feet.

Water access considerations: Limited hookups at many forest service campgrounds. "The campground is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains...so beautiful! Quiet campground with hiking trails, small fishing lake, playgrounds, an arcade room, and camp store," reports a visitor about Linville Falls Campground. Several campgrounds require filling freshwater tanks before arrival.

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