The Great Outdoors RV Resort, near Franklin, North Carolina, is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy the beauty of the Smoky Mountains while having access to great amenities. This place is well-kept and offers a friendly atmosphere, making it a comfortable spot for both new and seasoned campers.

With options for RVs, tents, and even cabins, there's something for everyone. Visitors often highlight the clean facilities, including bathrooms and showers, which make life on the road a bit easier. As one camper noted, “The bathrooms and showers are nice and clean,” which is always a plus after a day of exploring.

The resort is a great basecamp for outdoor adventures, with easy access to nearby waterfalls and hiking trails. While some campers mentioned the road noise from the highway, many found it manageable and appreciated the peaceful surroundings. Plus, the staff is known for being helpful and accommodating, ensuring that your stay is as enjoyable as possible.

If you're traveling with pets, you'll be glad to know that furry friends are welcome here. With picnic tables and fire rings available, you can kick back and enjoy a cozy evening under the stars. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, The Great Outdoors RV Resort has the essentials to make your trip memorable.

The Great Outdoors RV Resort

Are you in need of a campground near Franklin, NC? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Franklin camping trip.

Franklin

The Best Camping Near Franklin, North Carolina

Perfect place to relax or adventure out in any direction to enjoy this breath taking area!

Beautiful resort, immaculately kept in the Smoky Mountains! 

we stayed during spring break . no fire rings but they will bring a fir pit to your site. pool was still closed due to it still being chilly. sites were really close. they do have a small store. cabins and full hook up sites are available. new owners said a dog park was in the plans in the future. grounds were well kept a dog bath and clean bathrooms and showers. good base for day trips to water falls, Cherokee, or Maggie Valley

Small resort but well kept

We are new to the RV life style.  We traveled to Franklin N.C. A couple weeks ago and stayed at Grear Outdoors RV Resort. We were greeted by gracious hosts who were also the owners. Polly was great explaining the rules and amenities to us. Mike arrived and escorted us to our site and helped us me park. The park was very well organized and maintained as Mike continues to work throughout our entire visit. Questions and concerns were answered immediately. This was our first visit but not our last. 5 Stars!!

Great RV Resort Franklin N.C

The first review by ‘Polly’ is the owner lol but still, overall a nice campsite. It is overpriced IMO but if you use the amenities maybe not so bad. We stayed in site 6 - supposedly a premium site with shade, but there was plenty of major road noise from our site. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Overall just comes down to what you’re looking for. 

Overpriced but clean 

Not the best place we’ve stayed...not the worst either. 
Pros: staff and owners are awesome, grounds are clean and well-maintained. 
Sites are fine (gravel, level, full hookups, spacious, fire ring/firewood on request, picnic table). 
Cons: road noise from highway is constant (video attached) and location (a tow vehicle is a must).

Nice

We stayed at this RV park from Friday to Sunday after Thanksgiving (they were closed Thanksgiving). It’s a nice RV park, not really a campground. The bathrooms and showers are nice and clean. The pet corral was enjoyed by my dog. The staff is very nice and helpful. The pool was closed for off season and there is a Rec Bldg which we didn’t try out but has laundry facilities inside of it. The sites are gravel and neatly done with a off set graveled area with a picnic table. Fire cauldrons are complimentary with a bundle of wood purchase. (It’s quite a bit of wood). Luckily for us we were off that day. The only issue I have is that if you are not there by 5pm, they will not park you so don’t plan to arrive after work on a Friday and hope to spend the long weekend. It makes it difficult if you don’t have Friday off or have to arrive later than 5. Needless to say, we enjoyed the peace and quiet and clean air here and will visit again. It is located off the main highway, however, the road noise is really not an issue at all. It’s a great Basecamp to visit all the outdoor things in the area or just drive up to the Smokies.

Great Basecamp for RVs

The best

Well groomed campground in a central location in the mountains of North Carolina. Good amenities. Friendly staff. 



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