Fancy Gap Cabins and Campground
We were traveling through for an overnight stay, view was excellent and staff was very friendly.
19 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several RV parks dot the mountains and valleys around Scottville, North Carolina. River Country Campground & RV Park offers 61 sites with water, electric, and sewer hookups for motorhome travelers, including accommodations for big rigs and 50-amp service. Mayberry Campground provides spacious pull-through RV pads with full hookups, situated near Mount Airy. Raccoon Holler Campground features wooded sites with 30-amp service on gravel pads that may require leveling adjustments. Peak Creek RV Campground maintains just two sites but includes electric, water and sewer connections. "Getting parked was a bit of a challenge to get things as level as possible and work around power stand and be able to get awning out," noted one visitor about their 32-foot RV at Raccoon Holler.
Navigation through this mountainous region requires careful planning, especially for larger motorhomes approaching campgrounds via the Blue Ridge Parkway. Cell service varies considerably between locations, with stronger Verizon coverage reported at multiple parks compared to AT&T. Dump stations are available at Doughton Park Campground and River Country, though some smaller parks lack this amenity. Winter access becomes limited as several campgrounds close seasonally, particularly those along the Blue Ridge Parkway which typically operate from April through October. Most RV parks throughout the region welcome pets but enforce leash requirements. Between Scottville and Mount Airy, travelers can find propane refill stations and basic RV supplies, though comprehensive RV service facilities are limited.
"Private and quiet. Creek is like a river, cool getaway during the day. Great attractions close by. West Jefferson, home of Ashe Cheese, and much more, less than 30 minutes away."
"Quiet spot, great views. Host was very accommodating and had inner tubes for floating in the stream."
from $60 - $65 / night
"This campground has been transformed into a beautiful place to get away from it all! River front sites, pull thru sites and tent sites. New playground for the kids!"
from $45 - $70 / night
"Full hook ups. Cable TV was a luxury for us! Great WiFi the entire time; even for a couple of zoom calls!"
"Sites are close to level. Nothing severe at all. All sited are full hookups. A single washer and dryer available onsite. Great wifi and cable hookups. 2 blocks from New River Rails to Trails."
"Had a great time here...campground is behind the restaurant and a pond. Very nice peaceful setting and you can wine taste while you are visiting."
"On the Blue Ridge Parkway, nestled in the trees and mountains of North Carolina, this campground has been well maintained."
"Low key and quiet. Very, very enjoyable.
Road Noise: Sites 1 and 2 are close to the parkway. The rest of the sites are set far enough back that, maybe motorcycles can be heard."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $45 / night
"Located in closed factory in the industrial area. Good sized grass sites. Near brewery and town."
"We were looking for a campground near by over Martin Luther weekend and used the Dyrt app and found this nice campground."
"Large back-in spot, fairly level. Very quiet during the week but have been told by the camp hosts that every weekend is booked for a long time. Would definitely go back."
from $70 - $85 / night
"Great location also because it is close to restaurants and the center of the small town. It does have water and power and a picnic table. Being right on a little river is great too."
"This was a good spot right on the Laurel Creek and the Creeper Trail. Walk to town for restaurants and bike/outdoor shops and a convenience store. Grocery store is a little further away."
from $55 / 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 next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 - $45 / night
"I stayed at Lake Ridge RV Resort for quite a while. Great place to spend the evenings after work. Pond and surrounding area are very well maintained."
"We stayed in one of the cabins after the high season. Comfortable and cozy, we really enjoyed our morning walks along the trails and lake. "












We were traveling through for an overnight stay, view was excellent and staff was very friendly.
Need an overnight stay on 81/77 this is the place. Booked is call them complete the reservation via Campspot app which they use so I had to download it. Place had plenty of sites pull through which I didnt need but they were so accommodating. I had a perfect view of mountains and cow pasture Relaxation and sleep close to bathhouse and office. They also have propane fill for your camper
Great location , clean bathhouse
Let 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
3 stars only because it says water hookups but they are far and few between communal. No spigot at individual sites. Need long hose(s)to reach the connection. Good T-Mobile 5G but too wooded for StarLink. Quiet, shady, somewhat level sites were available. $20/night.
My 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?"
We 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
Our 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.
From check in to our stay, large big rig drive through lot. Quiet and clean park. Even had pizza and delicious wings delivered right to our coach. Next time through we hope to stay again.
The Scottville area sits at the intersection of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Yadkin Valley at approximately 2,500 feet elevation. Camping near Scottville offers proximity to both mountain trails and river activities with temperatures averaging 10-15 degrees cooler than surrounding lowland areas. Summer highs typically range from 75-85°F while autumn brings vibrant foliage and cooler nights in the 40-50°F range.
Kayaking on nearby rivers: Peak Creek RV Campground provides direct creek access that functions like a small river. As one camper noted, "Host was very accommodating and had inner tubes for floating in the stream" while another mentioned "Creek is like a river, cool getaway during the day."
Wine tasting: Roaring River Vineyards RV Campground offers both camping and wine experiences. "Had a great time here...campground is behind the restaurant and a pond. Very nice peaceful setting and you can wine taste while you are visiting," reports a recent guest.
Biking the New River Trail: The 57-mile trail provides paved paths suitable for families. A camper at Fries New RiverTrail RV Park shared, "New River Trail is one block from campground. You can ride bikes from your campsite to the trail. The trail is almost 57 miles in length and we rode 15 miles out and 15 back to campsite."
Creek-side camping: Many sites feature water frontage for relaxation and cooling off. A visitor to Peak Creek RV Campground stated, "This was an excellent choice for us. Quiet spot, great views. Host was very accommodating and had inner tubes for floating in the stream."
Music traditions: The region has deep ties to Appalachian music culture. Fries RV Park offers special opportunities as one camper mentioned, "The town is on the 'Crooked River Music Trail' and music is an important part of their heritage. Thursday evenings, the community center hosts a jam session - check it out!!"
Well-maintained campgrounds: Doughton Park Campground receives praise for its upkeep. "Doughton Park CG: Overall Rating: 4.5... #9, our site, is one of the best sites we have had in almost 4 years of travel. The regulars call this site the 'honeymoon site', because of the heart shaped large rocks which create a lower terraced picnic area."
Seasonal operation: Most Blue Ridge Parkway campgrounds, including Doughton Park, operate within limited timeframes. A camper noted, "We were told by a ranger we talked with earlier in the day that this campground might be closed for the season but the gates were open, so we checked it out and saw a sign saying that it would close for the season on November 4."
Limited shopping options: Stock up before arrival as rural locations have minimal supplies. A camper at River Country Campground & RV Park observed, "This campground has been transformed into a beautiful place to get away from it all! River front sites, pull thru sites and tent sites... If you want to get away but have some conveniences (flushing toilets and hot showers), this is the place for you!"
Wildlife encounters: Bear activity requires proper food storage. At Doughton Park, a camper reported, "This was the only place we saw bears but not in our campsite just wandering in another loop. We stayed in loop b and found a perfectly shaded site that was quiet and private and near the comfort station."
Look for parks with recreation options: Campgrounds with multiple activities keep children engaged. At Lake Ridge RV Resort, a visitor mentioned, "Great campground for families. Pools, fishing, and golf cart rentals available. Plenty of space for RV's/campers."
Check bathroom facilities: Comfort stations vary significantly between parks. At Linville Falls Campground, campers consistently praise the cleanliness: "We camped in mind-September and had a great time. These are the cleanest bathrooms we've ever seen. The on-site store is a life saver and the hosts are very helpful."
Consider recreational rentals: Many parks offer equipment for family activities. At Roaring River Vineyards, "We had a great time here...campground is behind the restaurant and a pond. Very nice peaceful setting and you can wine taste while you are visiting. It's not a huge family campground with a ton of activities, but a great place to stay overnight on your way somewhere."
Site selection matters: Campgrounds often have varying site quality. At Riverwalk RV Park, "All the sites were very roomy, many pull through sites, very clean and very friendly hosts. All sites were gravel and have a fire pit that you can move around to where you want to build your fire."
Be aware of leveling requirements: Mountain terrain creates challenges. At Fries New RiverTrail RV Park, a reviewer observed, "This is a campground located in a tiny valley between two small hills/mountainsides. Tom, the proprietor, is friendly and efficient in guiding the guests to their site... Each site is a pull-thru and is in the form of a crescent, so everyone's door faces the stream."
Water pressure considerations: Mountain water systems can have pressure variations. One camper at Fries New RiverTrail RV Park noted, "We had a great campsite with plenty of room in the back of the campground. Even though we were in the back, the wifi worked great the entire time. Being at the end of the water line for the park, our pressure wasn't great so we used our fresh water tank and water pump for showers."
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