Van Hook Glade
Reviewed Sep. 29, 2018

Still a hidden gem in gorgeous NC!

Only things to add from the previous reviews:

Dry Falls is quite close by - a walk behind waterfall. Bust Your Butt falls is a fun sliding rock in certain conditions, about 5 mins. downstream.

Some sites are reserveable, but often you can just drive in a claim a spot.

Bear proof garbage cans are on site; people often report seeing them; I haven't here. Don't leave your food out - I leave it in my car in a cooler.

Super nice rangers.

If you want to go out, bring nice clothes for Highlands (about 5 min. drive) and clean up; it's a wealthy enclave.

Trout fishing in the Cullasaja is pretty tough. Cliffside Lake just up the hill from the campground has lots of big and pretty dumb stocked trout and some giant uncatchable bass. For the trout, get your line way out there and fish with bait under a bobber - all of the fish are in the current in the middle of the lake at least 10-15 feet down.

Best nearby hikes are Whiteside Mountain, Glen Falls, and Chattooga Narrows trails (all shortish half day hikes).

Also a popular sliding rock on Whiteside Cove Rd where the Chattooga River crosses it.

Occasionally the campground is a popular stopping point for groups of motorcyclists to stop and shower; sometimes late at night.

Enjoy---I always do!

Site#12-near bathrooms but also pretty private, shaded, and far from highway 64
  • Review photo of Van Hook Glade by Paul T., September 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Van Hook Glade by Paul T., September 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Van Hook Glade by Paul T., September 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Van Hook Glade by Paul T., September 29, 2018