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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Tusquitee National Forest

2,287 Reviews

Murphy/Peace Valley KOA accommodates pets with an acre-sized off-leash dog area where dogs can run freely. This family-operated campground features pet-friendly tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins along Valley River, with no breed restrictions mentioned in their pet policy. Panther Top Dispersed Site and Long Hungry Road Dispersed Campsites also welcome pets in a more primitive setting with free camping options. Peachtree Cove RV Park maintains meticulously landscaped grounds where pets are allowed, though specific pet amenities aren't detailed in the data. Most campgrounds require pets to remain on leash outside of designated areas, and owners should bring waste disposal bags as facilities may be limited at dispersed sites. The campground is small but very well maintained with management described as helpful and welcoming. Campground data and reviews near Tusquitee National Forest, North Carolina is regularly updated on The Dyrt.

Dogs cool off in Valley River at several campgrounds, with Murphy/Peace Valley KOA offering river access where pets can enjoy the water alongside their owners. Trails near Persimmon Creek RV Park provide hiking opportunities for campers with dogs, with numerous routes accessible within a short drive. The area's mountain terrain creates varied walking experiences for pets, from gentle riverside paths to more challenging forest trails. Weather considerations become important when camping with pets in this region—summers can be hot, making water access particularly valuable for dogs. Panther Top Dispersed Site's lakeside location allows for fishing while dogs explore the shoreline, and nearby hiking trails include routes to a fire tower with views of the surrounding mountains. At dispersed camping areas, pet owners should pack extra water for their dogs as potable water sources may be limited or unavailable.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Tusquitee National Forest (379)

    1. Murphy/Peace Valley KOA

    8 Reviews
    Murphy, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 837-6223

    "The owner was around all weekend working on the place and being generally friendly. Facilities were clean and in good shape. Massive dog park."

    "The place is pet friendly, the owner is awesome, the price is reasonable. There is an acre field for dogs to be off leash and run, you can tube in the creek, they have nice cabins."

    2. Vogel State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Suches, GA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 745-2628

    $30 - $290 / night

    "This campground has a beautiful mountain view behind the lake. There is also a beautiful waterfall to hike to. They offer paddle boards, kayaks, peddleboats, and aqua cycles to rent for the lake."

    "We choose the walk in as the parking was still really close but there are only two of these sites. The creek runs right next to them and it was so peaceful and beautiful."

    3. Indian Boundary

    28 Reviews
    Tallassee, TN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 253-8400

    $20 / night

    "The 3.5 mile trail around the lake is a good little walk for the dogs. Highly recommend this campground."

    "The lake is great for kayaking and swimming, with an easy trail around the perimeter. The gorgeous Cherohala Skyway is very close by (highly recommend!)."

    4. Peachtree Cove RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Marble, NC
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 557-2722

    $59 - $69 / night

    "They are putting in a dog park which will enhance your experience. We would recommend that you plan a stay here."

    "Shopping is close yet still tucked away nicely in the NC mountains."

    5. Persimmon Creek RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Culberson, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 644-5800

    $55 - $900 / night

    "This is a beautiful secluded site just off of Highway 64/74 not too far from the Tennessee border. The campground is very well kept and has wonderful amenities for both RV and tent campers."

    "I don't have a huge point of reference, but I can give you details on everything that was smooth

    • Location - Just off a 4 lane highway.  Convenient with easy access to your site. "

    6. Morganton Point Campground

    17 Reviews
    Morganton, GA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 374-1645

    $26 - $50 / night

    "Camped on lot 14 which was quite spacious with easy access to the water. Tent was located away from the fire pit and picnic table and the restrooms were close by."

    "We were right next to the camp host, which was pretty nice – we didn’t have to go far to ask for wood or ice!  Plus, there were trails leading right to the lake. "

    7. Trackrock Campground & Cabins

    22 Reviews
    Blairsville, GA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 745-2420

    "Beautiful lake and stables and plenty of room ,yet campsites are tucked away to also give u a private feel as well! Pet friendly as well!"

    "Good sized campground tucked into the mountains. I brought my dog with me and had a great time. There is a lake that you can fish in, stables to ride horses, and hiking trails on the campground."

    8. Jackrabbit Mountain

    14 Reviews
    Hayesville, NC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 837-5152

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Located on Lake Chatuge in both North Carolina and Georgia, you can ride right to the biking trails or launch your paddleboard right from your lakeside site.  "

    "Not only was the drive there a beautiful place to see, the campgrounds were amazing as well. There were plenty of amenities, bathrooms and showers included."

    9. Long Hungry Road Dispersed Campsites

    16 Reviews
    Robbinsville, NC
    19 miles

    "Each has a picnic table, fire pit/grill, and level area for 1-2 tents (a few can accommodate more if you’re ambitious), and lake views (most have lake access if you want to put in a kayak or canoe)."

    "We arrived around 8am and got the first campsite we saw. This is the most established dispersed campsite that I’ve stayed at as it has a fire circle, a grill and a picnic table."

    10. Panther Top Dispersed Site

    2 Reviews
    Tusquitee National Forest, NC
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 837-5152

    "We also hiked up to a nearby fire tower and it was a fun little hike. 10/10 will be returning. I just got a new drone and I made a fun little video of the campsite and the hike we did.)"

    "Great spot right on the little lake. You can hear the gun range from the Camp Spot, but it is barely noticeable. There are two main spots right on the lake that are set up for tent camping."

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  • D
    Sep. 11, 2021

    Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    Clean, Quiet, Friendly

    Friendly Staff, Clean Bathrooms, Convenient Location. No honeywagon for water and electric only sites, but dump station in campground. Some very nice private sites and none of the sites except maybe a few look very small or tight- pretty spread out. Lots of tent sites. You definitely hear the highway here, but not a big concern for us. Pet friendly with a very nice dog park. Pool for the kids. Playground is little more than a residential style wood swingset, but it kept the kids entertained.

  • D
    Mar. 13, 2019

    Crawford's Campground - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

    Great Family campground.

    A family owned and operated, 11 acre full service, pet friendly camping facility. We are conveniently located just 20 minutes outside the historic town of Murphy North Carolina, at an elevation of 1850 feet, surrounded by mountains! Closer to the natural beauty the area is known for. We are nestled in the center of a peaceful valley with a 360 degree view of the mountains that surround us. The campsites border the many bubbling streams that pass through our valley.

    _A Full Service Campground, w_e have 2 separate bath houses with private individual bathing facilities, 3 _Bunkhouses as well as Primitive sites.  _We have a large pavilion for your group meetings, family reunions, fully lighted with electricity available.

  • Mary D.
    Sep. 18, 2019

    Sweetwater KOA

    Great owners make all the difference!

    Convenient location just off Interstate 75. Quiet wooded area with plenty of activities for the kids. Swimming pool, fishing pond, playground, jump pad. We don't have pets, but there is a small dog park area. Lots of planned weekend activities. Bathrooms are very clean and well-maintained. My husband is disabled and we are very appreciative of the separate handicap facilities. You don't have that in a lot of campgrounds. We like the sites best towards the front of the park close to the pool. The owners are very hands-on and involved and you can tell. We have camped all over the country but this is our favorite local getaway when we have a free weekend.

  • Maethea R.
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Vogel State Park Campground

    Beautiful views

    This campground has a beautiful mountain view behind the lake. There is also a beautiful waterfall to hike to. They offer paddle boards, kayaks, peddleboats, and aqua cycles to rent for the lake. They also offer bike rentals and putt putt course. There is a general store in the visitor center. There are hiking trails for the extreme hikers too that go into the mountains on the Appalachian trail. The campsites are pretty close together, but we had a premier spot that was larger and a pull-through. The bathrooms were clean, but old and dated. This is one of the oldest campgrounds in the state. They offer cottages and cabins for rent. There was a dog parking loud constantly that was so annoying. We have dogs and many people camping there did, but our dogs don’t bark constantly. I would say this isn’t the campgrounds fault, but this irresponsible pet owner was literally between two campground hosts. Had it continued late at night past 10pm we would have had to call someone. It’s hard to relax by the fire with a dog barking constantly. The campground needs to add more signage. People are driving around looking lost. Here’s the problem ... if you have an RV or camper and park in the RV spaces when you pull out on the far end to the right you cannot see the directional signs. We pulled to the right and it was a dead end at the cottages. It was very stressful trying to the turn around hauling a camper. People in the cottages told us we weren’t the only ones to pull down there and have to turn around. Lots of cars were turning around down there, but with a camper it’s a nightmare. I paid extra for a pullthrough only to deal with that nonsense at the start. I suggest adding a sign at the far right exit of parking lot that has directions. Add another sign that says “Cabins only - Dead End”. If our camper had been an inch longer we couldn’t have turned around. Not impressed by the swimming area at the beach.

  • Ted N.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 15, 2023

    411 River Rest Campground

    Great Facilities

    Campground is next to SR 411. Excellent facilities and staff. We stayed for 3 days and had an enjoyable time. Fished in the pond played corn hole. Ran our dogs every day at the dog park. Will definitely head up there again

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2022

    Willow Valley RV Resort

    Raybun Gap, GA….Going on our fav list!!

    Very very nice campground. Good signage and off 441 N. Not any places to eat without going into Clayton. Beautiful park with large sites, some paved. Laundry to was clean. Reasonable size dog park, dog walk and outside dog bath. Lots of trees, very clean and trash pickup at your site. Office lady was very nice and check in was efficient, even though we made the reservations at the last minute. It’s not cheap by any means but you get a lot of bang for your buck.

  • Corey G.
    May. 20, 2023

    Diamond Lure Campground

    Awesome Campground

    This Campground is amazing. The woman in the office is so nice and very helpful. They have workers escort you to your site to make sure everything is OK. The man who escorted us was very nice, and made sure we knew where everything was (even after being told at the office). I loved that. The grounds are super clean. There are walking trails, a lake, a beach, and they even have things for dogs! (Dog bath, dog beach, dog park, ect). I'd recommend this place 1,000 times over!!!

  • Michael L.
    Sep. 6, 2019

    Murphy/Peace Valley KOA

    Good Location and Friendly Staff

    Campground was well maintained and easy to find. The owner was around all weekend working on the place and being generally friendly. Facilities were clean and in good shape. Massive dog park.

  • Ellen K.
    Sep. 2, 2019

    Jackrabbit Mountain

    Great basecamp for multi-sport adventures

    If you’re into hiking, water sports and/or mountain biking you’ll love Jackrabbit Campground. Located on Lake Chatuge in both North Carolina and Georgia, you can ride right to the biking trails or launch your paddleboard right from your lakeside site.  RVers will have to rough it with no hookups, but there is access to a dump station. There are 95 sites with bathrooms and showers, a beach area and motorboat launch. Make reservations through Reserve  America.  Open April 1 through October 1.

Guide to Tusquitee National Forest

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Tusquitee National Forest in North Carolina, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Indian Boundary

  • At Indian Boundary, pets are welcome, making it a great choice for families looking to camp with their dogs.
  • This campground features spacious, well-maintained sites and a beautiful beach area for your pet to enjoy.
  • With a scenic three-mile loop around the lake, you can take leisurely walks with your pet while soaking in the stunning views.

Tips for camping with dogs near Tusquitee National Forest

  • When visiting Trackrock Campground & Cabins, be sure to bring plenty of water and snacks for your dog, as the area is pet-friendly and offers ample space for them to roam.
  • Always keep your dog on a leash while exploring the trails at Thunder Rock Campground to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Consider visiting Morganton Point Campground, where you can enjoy the lake and nearby hiking trails with your pet by your side.

Dog owners appreciate the amenities at these campgrounds

  • Jackrabbit Mountain offers a beautiful lake and wooded sites, perfect for a relaxing getaway with your dog.
  • At Cooper Creek, you can enjoy fishing and hiking while your pet enjoys the serene surroundings.
  • Lost Creek - Cherokee NF features picnic tables and fire rings, allowing for cozy evenings with your pet after a day of adventure.

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