Best Glamping near Spruce Pine, NC

Do you enjoy camping but don't want to rough it? Glamping is a great option. Glamping is not only a fun alternative to traditional tent camping, but also allows you to pack more or less gear as you see fit. You're sure to find glamping for your North Carolina camping adventure.

Best Glamping Sites Near Spruce Pine, North Carolina (73)

    The Dyrt's photo of glamping accommodations at Spacious Skies Bear Den near Spruce Pine, NC
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    Camper-submitted photo at Spacious Skies Bear Den near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Spacious Skies Bear Den near Spruce Pine, NC
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    1. Spacious Skies Bear Den

    57 Reviews
    667 Photos
    222 Saves
    Spruce Pine, North Carolina

    Escape to Spacious Skies Bear Den, your gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains, located within the stunning Pisgah National Forest. Choose from fully equipped RV sites, rustic tent spots, or cozy cabins for your perfect stay. Hike scenic trails to hidden waterfalls, explore playgrounds, the rec hall, or relax by the swimming lake. Conveniently located near Milepost 324.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Bear Den offers easy access to breathtaking views at the Bear Den Overlook and endless mountain adventures. With full hook-up sites, water/electric options, and cabin rentals, we cater to every camper. Enjoy modern comforts like a camp store, bathhouses, and laundry facilities, ensuring a perfect blend of nature and convenience. Book now and experience your unforgettable Blue Ridge Mountain adventure!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $25 - $999 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC

    2. Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    46 Reviews
    152 Photos
    577 Saves
    Blowing Rock, North Carolina

    Overview

    Located along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway in the lush green expanses of North Carolina, Julian Price Campground is a top destination for boating, hiking, fishing and more. Whether it's for a family camping excursion or a peaceful getaway, this campground has something for everyone. Some campsites at this facility are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Status of these sites is not available online.

    Recreation

    Canoe rentals are available at Price Lake, and other types of non-motorized boats are permitted. Fishing is also available at the lake, with a dock provided.Price Lake Trail offers a refreshing hike around the edge of the water, and the Boone Fork, Green Knob and Tanawha Trails are just a few of the trails that are conveniently accessed through the campground. Hebron Falls: A small waterfall accessed from the Boone Fork Trail. The Cascades: A beautiful waterfall accessed by the easy 1-mile loop Cascades Trail. A great hike for children. Moses Cone Flat Top Manor: A historic estate house (currently undergoing restoration) once owned by the Cone family. The grounds offer 25 miles of carriage roads to hike. Tours of the home are available. Currently houses the Southern Highland Craft Guild. Wildlife viewing is also popular as campers have a good chance of spotting bears, grouse, turkeys, owls, hawks and more.

    Natural Features

    Julian Price Campground is adjacent to Price Lake, a pristine body of water that sparkles against the backdrop of rolling Carolina hills. The surrounding forest offers hemlock, white pine, oak, hickory and birch trees, along with a colorful assortment of wildflowers in the spring and an array of vivid orange and red foliage displays in autumn. The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic byway that follows the high crests of the central and southern Appalachians for 469 miles from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina.

    Nearby Attractions

    The beautiful town of Blowing Rock, located just 20 minutes away on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers fine dining, shopping and more.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC

    3. Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    28 Reviews
    140 Photos
    312 Saves
    Linville Falls, North Carolina

    Overview

    Located in a dense pine canopy, within hiking distance of Linville Gorge, and along the famous Blue Ridge Parkway, Linville Falls Campground is an ideal location for your next family camping excursion. Linville River, which winds beside the campground, is stocked for fishing, and the location is central to many area attractions including the Linville Falls waterfall, which has three waterfall overlooks in a one-mile hike.

    Recreation

    The Linville Falls area is a hiker's paradise, and the campground provides easy access to several trails that allow visitors to experience the stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. Once at the Linville Gorge, visitors can hike more challenging trails down to the river, where fishing for trout is a popular pastime.Linville Falls is another must-see, carrying water from the river over several layers of falls, ending in a spectacular 45-foot waterfall pouring into the sparkling riverbed below. Duggers Creek Falls: accessible from the Linville Falls Visitor Center on a small loop trail. See views of the falls from the foot bridge. These are native brook trout waters (fishing regulations apply). Lost Cove Cliff Overlook: view Brown Mountain and see the Brown Mountain Lights--a natural occurrence which is believed to be caused by natural gases. A good spot to view hawks and peregrine falcons in the spring and fall.

    Natural Features

    Linville Gorge is a vast designated Wilderness area that sits on 11,786 acres of rolling hills and thick forest. The gorge surrounds the Linville River, which is located some 1,400 feet below the ridge, creating a stunning canyon that has earned the nickname "The Grand Canyon of North Carolina."The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic byway with plenty of natural attractions and recreational opportunities for visitors. Aside from natural features, the parkway is also a cross-section of Appalachian mountain history. Stretching almost 500 miles along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains through North Carolina and Virginia, it encompasses some of the oldest historical sites of both pre-historic and early European settlements.The surrounding forest offers hemlock, white pine, oaks, hickory and birch trees, along with a colorful assortment of wildflowers in the spring and an epic array of orange and red shades of leaves in the autumn.

    Nearby Attractions

    Linville Caverns, a privately maintained cave just south of Linville Falls, offers guided tours year-round.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $30 - $45 / night

    The Dyrt's photo of glamping accommodations at Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY near Spruce Pine, NC

    4. Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    23 Reviews
    174 Photos
    546 Saves
    Montreat, North Carolina

    Overview

    Black Mountain Campground sits in the shadow of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S. and borders the South Toe River. Black Mountain is a mecca for the outdoor enthusiast.

    Recreation

    With the South Toe River located adjacent to the campground, visitors will have no shortage of things to do, including picnicking, day hiking, scenic driving and trout fishing. Hikers will be pleased with a variety of trails from which to choose, including a leisurely half-mile walk through the forest or a challenging 5.6-mile hike to Mt. Mitchell.

    Natural Features

    The campground sits at an elevation of 3,040 feet. The 6,684-foot Mt. Mitchell towers over the area, with several other high peaks of the Black Mountains nearby. This lush Appalachian forest is rich with wildlife, plants and scenery.

    Nearby Attractions

    Groups can easily head out for a day of scenic driving along Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $28 - $56 / night

    Katrin M.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Mount Mitchell State Park Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount Mitchell State Park Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount Mitchell State Park Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount Mitchell State Park Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount Mitchell State Park Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount Mitchell State Park Campground near Spruce Pine, NC

    5. Mount Mitchell State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    83 Photos
    316 Saves
    Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina

    Mount Mitchell State Park Family camping (camping near Charlotte)

    The nine-site family campground is open from May 1 to October 31 with full facilities. Each site is equipped with a grill and picnic table. Restrooms for use during warm seasons are located nearby. Showers and hot water are not provided.

    Pack-in camping

    Campers may leave vehicles in the park overnight to backpack into the Pisgah National Forest. Visitors who leave their vehicles in the park must register on the forms provided at the trailheads near the parking area or at the park office. Leave the form on the dashboard of your car. Mount Mitchell offers a choice of trails from which to enjoy the nearby alpine woodlands.

    Ready to Reserve

    It's not uncommon to encounter black bears at Mount Mitchell State Park, particularly in warm weather months.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC

    6. Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    60 Reviews
    184 Photos
    13 Saves
    Enka, North Carolina

    Overview

    __Glamping sites are now available at Lake Powhatan! Experience nature and outdoor recreation without sacrificing the comforts and luxuries of home. Choose one of 12 custom designed, fully furnished canvas platform tents in the heart of the national forest for your next mountain adventure, only 10 minutes from downtown Asheville, NC. Learn more about glamping near Asheville . To book your glamping site, click here. Located just minutes from the popular city of Asheville, North Carolina, Lake Powhatan has something for everyone. The campground is convenient to a variety of cultural and natural attractions, including art and music venues, shopping and dining in Asheville, scenic driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway, numerous hiking trails and lakeside recreation.

    Recreation

    Visitors have a number of different activities to choose from. Kids love the lake's sandy swimming beach and anglers enjoy the calm waters for trout fishing. The French Broad River, popular for fishing, is also nearby. Note that use of personal watercraft is STRICTLY PROHIBITED in the lake due to potential introduction of foreign material to the Lake Powhatan riprarian ecosystem. The forest is known for its hiking and mountain biking trails, several of which are located near the campground.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated in a heavily wooded area on the banks of Lake Powhatan in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. The elevation is 2,200 feet. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods and conifers.

    Nearby Attractions

    Among the more popular nearby destinations are Sliding Rock, Looking Glass Falls, the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, The NC Arboretum and the Biltmore Estate.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (828) 577-7278.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Any cancellations must be taken care of directly with recreation.gov. Note that this facility does not provide refunds for No Shows or incliment weather.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $35 - $110 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Stream RV Park near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Stream RV Park near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Stream RV Park near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Stream RV Park near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Stream RV Park near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Stream RV Park near Spruce Pine, NC

    7. Mountain Stream RV Park

    11 Reviews
    47 Photos
    150 Saves
    Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina

    Mountain Stream RV Park is at about 1800′ elevation in the middle of the Pisgah National Forest, nestled in a narrow valley surrounded by mountains on all sides. Beautiful Buck Creek flows through this valley and along two sides of the campground. The Blue Ridge Parkway is only about 3 miles away, but it’s 5 miles by road. We are surrounded by gorgeous mountain scenery. You can take in many of the interesting attractions that are only a short drive away or you can just relax by the stream and listen to the cold clear water flowing over the rocky stream bed. And speaking of the stream, there’s trout in that thar’ water. All of our sites have full hook-ups – power (30 & 50 amp), water, sewer and cable TV.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $48 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area near Spruce Pine, NC

    8. Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area

    11 Reviews
    30 Photos
    210 Saves
    Little Switzerland, North Carolina

    Overview

    Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area sits in the scenic mountains of Pisgah National Forest. This is a great place for small to medium-sized groups to swim, fish, tube, hike, camp, picnic and simply relax in the cool shade of the forest.

    Recreation

    The river provides endless hours of fun for families and water enthusiasts, including swimming and tubing. Anglers can also try their luck for trout and smallmouth bass from the shore. Picnickers will enjoy relaxing in the shaded picnic shelter set amidst the deep woods. After eating, visitors can take a leisurely walk along a one-mile trail or get a workout on a 3.8-mile trail.

    Natural Features

    As the name suggests, Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is shaded by a thick hemlock forest with a mix of deciduous trees and rhododendrons. The facility is adjacent to the South Toe River and sits at an elevation of 2,900 feet.

    Nearby Attractions

    Visitors can enjoy scenic driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $28 - $70 / night

    Spacious S.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Spacious Skies Hidden Creek near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Spacious Skies Hidden Creek near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Spacious Skies Hidden Creek near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Spacious Skies Hidden Creek near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Spacious Skies Hidden Creek near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Spacious Skies Hidden Creek near Spruce Pine, NC

    9. Spacious Skies Hidden Creek

    15 Reviews
    62 Photos
    54 Saves
    Marion, North Carolina

    Spacious Skies Hidden Creek is nestled at the base of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. 64-acre park boasts Full Hook-Up; Water/Electric and tent sites; and cozy cabins. Guests can enjoy paddleboats, canoes and kayaks on the water, and then relax with 9 holes of miniature golf and gem mining onsite. A 300-foot waterslide, junior Olympic pool and kiddie pool help beat the summer heat, while fishing, crafts, bag toss, dances, swimming, s’more roasts, volleyball, bingo, and movies under the stars at the family theatre ensure the entire family enjoys their stay. The park is also a great home base for exploring the North Carolina mountains, with an easy drive to Chimney Rock, Grandfather Mountain Linville Caverns and the many gorgeous waterfalls in the area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $27 - $189 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park & Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park & Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park & Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park & Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park & Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park & Campground near Spruce Pine, NC

    10. Steele Creek Park & Campground

    11 Reviews
    35 Photos
    180 Saves
    Collettsville, North Carolina
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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Recent Glamping Reviews near Spruce Pine, NC

669 Reviews of 73 Spruce Pine Campgrounds


  • J
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Sep. 5, 2019

    Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    Easily accessible campground near Asheville NC

    A smaller campsite but very well organized and maintained. Small lake on site. Several hiking trails nearby. You can hike a trail into the NC Arboretum. Very near Asheville and Biltmore Estates. Tent sites, RV sites and Glamping sites. Clean bathrooms and properly supervised. A hidden gem minutes from Asheville

  • Karyn H.
    Amanda L.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Honey Bear Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jul. 6, 2017

    Honey Bear Campground

    Honeybear Campground Boone NC

    If youre into a bit of glamping. This place works! Good for kids - rootbeer float nights, outdoor movies with marshmellow pits, crerks to splash in. Full bathhouses, laundry & eben a gameroom. My kids loved the tire swings & animals!

    Owners were helpful & the campground is close to many hiking trails & Blue Ridge.

  • Tucker B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jun. 28, 2021

    Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    Perfect Spot for the Summer Solstice!

    I only stayed a night here but it was just the spot I needed to reorganize my truck and enjoy a wonderful hot shower.

    Also really needed the quick swil in the lake in the evening.

    This site sells ice and firewood usually (they were out of ice when I was there) and also has a number of "glamping" tents available to reserve.

  • Michelle S.
    Camper-submitted photo at Bear Creek Mountain Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jun. 7, 2023

    Bear Creek Mountain Campground

    A slice of heaven

    Hi! I’m Michelle and the proud owner of a side of a mountain in the Appalachian mountains! I’m in the process of building 4 cabins and one glamping tent. 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. Find your own spot in the mountain, there are plenty!

  • Cassandra R.
    The Dyrt's photo of glamping accommodations at Blue Bear Mountain Camp near Spruce Pine, NC
    Aug. 31, 2021

    Blue Bear Mountain Camp

    Neat spot!

    This is a really chill spot near Boone. We stayed in one of the tipis, and it was an awesome glamping experience

    The bathrooms were clean.

    Everyone staying here was really nice and chill. It feels a little hippie which is neat.

    If you’re pulling a camper, the road would be a little rough, but I look forward to bringing our camper here sometime.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Aug. 7, 2023

    Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Great Access to towns and sightseeing

    This campground is fully established and the rangers and hosts are wonderful. It's not deep forest or fabulous views but has access to the river. There is water and some buggy bathrooms (if that bothers you) but no showers. What it does have are very nice hosts, good sites, some shady, some sunny for rigs and tents and access to Linville, Banner Elk, Spruce Pine, the Falls and Linville Cavern. Some sites are hellish to back into (like mine) so check it out first. Spotty cell service with T mobile. Overall though, a very nice experience.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo at Boone Cocoon near Spruce Pine, NC
    May. 4, 2022

    Boone Cocoon

    Glamping in Boone!

    This was our family's first time glamping, and we were totally impressed.  For all you novice campers and newbie nature explores out there, you have nothing to worry about. They provide all basic essentials - head lamps, towels, firewood with a solo stove, cooking utensils and a grill, and LED biolite lanterns as well for modern ammenities while in a natural environment.  In short, we'd consider moving there is they'd let us. ha.

  • Melissa  W.
    The Dyrt's photo of glamping accommodations at Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY near Spruce Pine, NC
    May. 29, 2019

    Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    This place is amazing

    This place is amazing..

    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: Ice Soda/water Ice cream Kindling Fire starter Wood

    Hiking: Access to Mt Mitchell Trail Set Rock Falls, off the River Loop trail, Mountain to Sea Trail

    Nearby:

    Plenty of trails Mount Mitchell State Park Crabtree falls Roaring Fork Falls Set Rock Falls The Blue Ridge Parkway Grassy Creek Falls {can walk behind} NC Gem Museum Gem mining

    Little Switzerland Cafe/General Store/book store coffee shop, about 20 mins Walmart is in Spruce Pine

  • Nate G.
    Camper-submitted photo at Creekside Mountain Camping near Spruce Pine, NC
    Aug. 29, 2021

    Creekside Mountain Camping

    Quant little place in natural setting

    Nice creek running nearby and a few short walking paths. The drive to spruce pine is scenic and long but head back toward bat cave and there ade neat little adventures to have with the kiddos. The roadside trout streams are great and you can even catch some dinner behind the gem mine in town. It has a tendency to rain a lot so bring rain gear and bug spray. The people that run it are friendly but we ended up getting bed bugs and they would not even refund a little $ on the cabin. Next time i will stay in a tent or RV

  • Timothy B.
    The Dyrt's photo of glamping accommodations at Spacious Skies Bear Den near Spruce Pine, NC
    Sep. 19, 2020

    Spacious Skies Bear Den

    Private campground with a state park feel

    Located directly off Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 324.8 Spruce Pine N.C. Site are level well shaded with a little separation from neighboring sites. Full hookups including sewer, which was a first for us, and clean bathhouse. The only real knocks I would give it are the gas powered golf carts they rent to those that want them. Noisy and smelly with kids behind the wheel just joyriding not really going anywhere but back and forth by our campsite. Proximity to all the Parkway has to offer is it’s greatest asset. Within minutes of a u-pick apple orchard, Linville Falls, Grandfather Mtn., The towns of Banner Elk, Boone, and Blowing Rock. Our site overlooked a heavily wooded valley that lit up every night with fireflies. It was hard for me to find any negatives.

  • Jessica D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Boone Cocoon near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jul. 24, 2022

    Boone Cocoon

    Tent camping with a twist

    Very secluded- you are in the woods, not far from a home on the private property, but feels secluded. Take the many winding mountain roads up to this site. Make sure you bring what you need bc a trip to the store would be a hassle (minimum 20 min drive each way down winding mountain roads). The cocoon is not suspended as high as we thought in pictures. Inside the cocoon is pretty standard and equipped with just about as much as a tent, plus an electrical wire running to it through a hole in the canvas. Pretty cool place but do not expect glamping- more like secluded tent camping with a twist.

  • Melissa  W.
    Camper-submitted photo at Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    May. 30, 2019

    Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    BRP Mile Marker 316

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

    Erwin’s View Trail: Moderate Linville Gorge Trail: Strenuous {amazing view of falls}

    Get a map at the visitor’s center.. redundant: the gorge is rather crowded on the weekends.

    Check online for road closures when visiting the parkway.

    $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.

    Lovely rangers and camp host that I found to be pleasant and helpful.

    Open field sites, with decent sized pads, fire pits & picnic tables. Some of the sites are more secluded, the ones nearest to the parkway road.

    Dog friendly for leashed puppers 🐾 Kid Friendly

    There are bear lockers, keep food and supplies in the locker and in car at night.

    Alcohol is prohibited

    No showers but access to clean water and flush toilets.

    You may collect dead wood or bring in HEAT TREATED firewood that is certified with a federal seal.

    Local stores that sell wood and/or other supplies: Linville Falls Visitor Center/Park store Linville Falls General Store {8896 NC-183, Linville Falls, NC 28647- trinkets, camp supplies, cold drinks, non perishable food, Hunt Brothers Pizza etc} Walmart Supercenter, Spruce Pine, Ingles Food Store, Newland

    Nearby Attractions

    Linville Falls Linville Gorge “Grand Canyon of the Southern Appalachians”

    Falls Trail - 1.6 mi RT/easy The Gorge Trail - 1.4 mi RT/ strenuous. The Plunge Basin Trail- 1mi RT/ moderate. Leashed dogs permitted 🐾

    BRP Linville Canverns Crabtree Falls, Burnsville Grassy Creek Falls NC Gem Museum

    The campground is laid out well, spacious, clean and located near awesome trails, falls, look outs and shops and restaurants.

  • Angela C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Apr. 11, 2024

    Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    Glamping

    We had a lot of fun at our glamping campsite. The gorgeous tent was on a platform and included a large bed and decorated interior. The site had a campfire ring and was close to the bathroom. The platform had some chairs and the campfire wood was there for us.

    I did have a bear encounter on my way to the bathroom during the night, but we both just backed away slowly. This was actually the experience that made me pro-camper with a bathroom lol.

    The camp host arrived shortly after we did to check in on us and to give us the lay of the land. He fortunately also came around the next morning when our car battery was dead and gave us a jump.

    The best thing about Lake Powhatan is the the nice hike around the lake and the fun little lake beach. It’s the perfect size for kids. Plenty of people also seem to enjoy the biking, but it’s a bit uphill for me and there can be a fair amount of cars.

    Lake Powhatan is a great little getaway!

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo at Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jun. 9, 2019

    Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area

    Beautifully situated by the river

    Great spot tucked in a bend of the South Toe River.  The reservable sites are MUCH smaller than they look online, particularly site 7, which is the perfect size for a motorcycle and a one-man tent.  We reserved the site and our car was barely out of the street when parked!

    We moved to site 18, which was not on the river, but delightful regardless.  If your site is not by the river, you run the risk of being near Hwy 80.  I can confirm that Hwy 80 is used 24x7 -- it's not terrible, but it's not Silent Night either.  The tent pad was slightly elevated with excellent drainage, which was a good thing or we couldn't have stayed dry for two nights.

    The hosts were friendly and hard-working, getting firewood delivered and keeping the facilities clean, which was a miracle given the wet weather.  I would not drink the water without boiling it; could have been the weather during our visit, but the water was an interesting golden yellow color.

    The campground is beautifully wooded, although there was a fair number of recently felled trees lying about.  The host said the forest service came in and cut them down because they were too close to the campsites.  Huh?  Regardless, they did not clear the trees away, so one has to clamber over them going from site to site.

    We had planned a 4-day stay with a 15-person group spread over 5 sites.  Unfortunately, what seemed like the first hurricane of the season parked itself over the NC mountains and dumped at least 6 inches of rain in 48 hours and, since there was no improvement in the forecast and we couldn't do any of our planned activities, we made for home early.

    The reservable Pavilion is beautifully situated and was a nice respite from the rain for our group one evening.  

    We did visit the Penland School and had lunch at DT's in Spruce Pine -- both highly recommended.  

    I plan to return at the first opportunity to enjoy Carolina Hemlocks and the surrounding area in better weather.

  • jennifer Z.
    Jamie M.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Creek Ridge Camping near Spruce Pine, NC
    Aug. 11, 2018

    Creek Ridge Camping

    Amazing campsites

    Spent two nights and three amazing days at this privately owned campsite. This campsite is in the mountains so be prepared for amazing views and a steep drive up to the office to check in.

    We stayed in the Pavilion and loved it! We had a bit of a climb down the mountain on a well kept path to the river. There was a nice shelter to put our tent and a fire pit on a small front. The river was calm and swimmable. You could here the rush of the water At night while sleeping. So dreamy.

    They have the most amazing cabins and glam ping sites if you are not looking to pitch a tent. All of which are so cool! The campground was but bigger than it appears on their map and just so fun. I spent one morning just hiking around the campgrounds. I felt like a kid again!

    The hosts were awesome, helpful and so friendly. It was like staying at your friends place.

    The bathrooms were incrediably clean and well kept. Showers were outdoors but private. So nice and plenty of hot water.

    Hot springs is one of the few towns the Apelachian trail goes right through so it was cool to go into town and see the shops and restaurants.

    There are actual Hot Springs in town so don’t miss the chance to visit them.

    Laurel River was a great place to cool off and only a few minutes drive from the campsite. The watering holes were plenty and amazing.

    Seriously, we will be back!

  • Anjanel P.
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina near Spruce Pine, NC
    Sep. 1, 2020

    Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    Nice campground, not so nice staff

    I really wanted to love Lake Powhatan, it’s so close to Asheville and I thought it would be my go to place to stay when I wanted to visit friends there but the staff was rude and there were so many loud groups at night. I had a prime site with lots of space between myself and my neighbors and an easy walk to the bathrooms with hot showers. Dogs aren’t allowed in the small lake but there are tons of streams along the trails they are allowed in so that was perfect for my senior dog to cool off. The trails were crowded with people and mountain bikers but conveniently located to the campground. Along the streams there were tons of these tiny blue butterflies and I saw a young bear stroll past my campsite one morning, just magical really. At night people showed up late slamming car doors and partying at several sites, some that I could hear weren’t even on my loop and it was a bit frustrating. I also had a very uncomfortable interaction with one of the men working their (who didn’t make it clear he even worked there) who basically restricted my movement for several minutes and then accused me of trying to steal from the glamping sites because I was driving around checking out where I might stay the next time. I was so uncomfortable I packed up to leave right after and the people at the site next to me said they had issues the previous year with the staff, really unfortunate when you are trying to relax in nature. They and I emailed the campground about the incidents with no response from management, I will not be going back.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo at Green Willow Farm Camping near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jan. 20, 2023

    Green Willow Farm Camping

    Yurt & Tent camping near Blue Ridge foothills

    Jake from the Dyrt here!  I had the opportunity to talk with Kimberly about her amazing farm and she is looking forward to welcoming more campers to stay in this great area of North Carolina.  Check out the farm and please post some pictures and a review on The Dyrt about about your experience!

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    The Dyrt's photo of glamping accommodations at Spacious Skies Bear Den near Spruce Pine, NC
    Nov. 26, 2024

    Spacious Skies Bear Den

    Spacious Skies Bear Den Review

    Spacious Skies Bear Den in North Carolina offers an ideal blend of relaxation and adventure for families. With clean facilities, friendly staff, and activities for all ages, it's perfect for camping enthusiasts. While roasting marshmallows, you might even envision levels from Geometry Dash as you unwind by the fire. Explore stunning hiking trails and nearby attractions, ensuring a memorable outdoor experience by the Blue Ridge Parkway.

  • Burkley W.
    Shari  G.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Hot Springs Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jul. 9, 2022

    Hot Springs Campground

    Hot Springs Resort Campground

    The little town of Hot Springs North Carolina is a charming little place with several good food choices and an excellent brewery. The campground sits right on the French broad river which is beautiful and wide. Lots of river rafting opportunities and tubing in the refreshing river. Campground sites are adequate bathroom facilities and showers are spotless. Fantastic place to visit and go to the spa and sit in the natural hot spring water.

  • M
    Evan W.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Outercamp, Hoot Owl Ridge near Spruce Pine, NC
    Mar. 31, 2023

    Outercamp, Hoot Owl Ridge

    Amazing experience in the blue ridge mtns!

    My stay in the yurt was an amazing experience! Waking up to the Blue Ridge Mountains in the morning over a nice cup of Juan Valdez is unmatched!! The trail to the waterfall and peacefulness in the air is something I will come back to visit for years!

  • Kara L.
    Camper-submitted photo at Mountain Stream RV Park near Spruce Pine, NC
    Oct. 18, 2021

    Mountain Stream RV Park

    Nestled in the mountains alongside a babbling brook is this perfect campground.

    This campground was dreamy! The ambiance is perfect, the streamside campsite was music to our ears, the bathrooms immaculate and the yurts looked pretty great too! I could stay forever. We visited Chinney Rock and Linville Falls during our stay and they were both amazing sights to see.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo at Catawba Falls Campground near Spruce Pine, NC
    Sep. 22, 2018

    Catawba Falls Campground

    Awesome place

    While it is close to a highway it is far enough away not to hear it but convenient to many places to visit including Asheville, The Blue Ridge Parkway and many national Forests and Parks. It is situated on a small river which makes a wonderful backdrop noise to the experience and your sleep. A short not overly strenuous hike to beautiful Catawba Falls to enjoy the beauty of the North Carolina mountains. The staff is helpful and the facilities are more than adequate. Highly recommend this campsite

  • Kirsten J.
    Camper-submitted photo at Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine, NC
    Aug. 5, 2018

    Julian Price Park Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Wooded, shady campground near a lake!

    Julian Price Park is a beautiful campground just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. We enjoy this campground on the weekends throughout the fall and spring as it is less occupied. Reservations can be made on-line or walk up to the small building in the front of the loop. The campsites are separated into several loops. One loop is closer to the lake, the other loop has more availability and quite a range of campsites.

    Bathrooms are available here (upgrades coming soon!) as well as drinking water.

  • Penny M.
    Penny M.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Emberglow Outdoor Resort near Spruce Pine, NC
    Feb. 15, 2021

    Emberglow Outdoor Resort

    Made for large groups not intimate getaways

    Be prepared for an encyclopedia of reading all the rules. I found the yurts and cabins to be way too close together for any type of privacy. Maybe they have it set up that way for big groups to come in at once? But it was so noisy with kids and dogs echoing in the valley, and we could even hear the neighboring cabins talking while sitting around their campfire. I suppose if I was there with a group of close friends it would be okay but it seems with all the land they have that they could have given each person more privacy in their spaces. One more thing that may help is we hiked all of the trails and noticed in several places there were 3-4 inch protrusions where small trees where cut down but not cut all the way back to the ground and I almost sprained my ankle. They all did spray paint some of the roots and had the trails nice and cleared but the exposed ends of the small trees throughout the trail are a real hazard. I’m super fit and have good eyesight and hike a lot so I was able to dodge many of them but I’m sure the kids and the older adults may get hurt. Other than the close proximity of the cabins/yurts/RVs and the exposed tree stubs I think they have a great concept (for large group events) and we enjoyed our stay. One more thing the shower handle falls off in the small yurt.

  • Jeremy D.
    Penny M.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Emberglow Outdoor Resort near Spruce Pine, NC
    Nov. 22, 2020

    Emberglow Outdoor Resort

    Great Campground

    Stayed here for the weekend and Emberglow hosted a 5K. It was a great time. Great family campground. All camping sites are gravel so make sure you have some leveling blocks. They also have yurts and tree houses that look like a blast as well. Definitely will be back.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo at Four Paws Kingdom Campground & Dog Retreat near Spruce Pine, NC
    Nov. 10, 2022

    Four Paws Kingdom Campground & Dog Retreat

    All about the pups!

    Truly a dog-oriented campground, there are tons of activities and plenty of room to roam for the dogs.

    No camper? No problem. They have campers, yurts and tiny cabins for rent.

    Everyone is extremely nice and the grounds and facilities (bathrooms, laundry, dog wash, etc) are very clean.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    David M.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Roan Mountain Glamping near Spruce Pine, NC
    Jan. 18, 2023

    Roan Mountain Glamping

    Memorable Outdoor Experience

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. I love the flooring in this yurt!! With a comfortable queen bed and full shower and bathroom, this truly provides a perfect place to relax after a day of exploring. Look up at the stars while you drift to off to sleep. Book your stay today and leave them some love!


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