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Santeetlah Lake Primitive

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from November 10, 2024 through May 8, 2025.

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Santeetlah Lake Primitive is located near Santeetlah Lake in the National Forests of North Carolina. The area features forested terrain with a mix of trees and water access. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and the Cherohala Skyway, offering opportunities for hiking and scenic drives.

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Location

Santeetlah Lake Primitive is located in North Carolina

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Coordinates

35.36773158023818 N
83.85077224779405 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Feb. 21, 2023

Lake Santeetlah is a stunning lake

I have camped at several different dispersed locations around lake Santeetlah. Superb views of the clear lake water. Some sites are high above the lake so hard for direct water access. Some are at water level. The cell service for Verizon is useable in a few spots but mostly there is no cell signal. Some sites are ok for solar panels but others are very shady so choose your location wisely. One site has a pit toilet but most don’t. Nearly all are Drive in locations.

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  • Review photo of Santeetlah Lake Primitive by Andy K., February 21, 2023
  • Review photo of Santeetlah Lake Primitive by Andy K., February 21, 2023
  • Review photo of Santeetlah Lake Primitive by Andy K., February 21, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Santeetlah Lake Primitive?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Santeetlah Lake Primitive, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Santeetlah Lake Primitive have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Santeetlah Lake Primitive does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Santeetlah Lake Primitive?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.