Fishing and swimming anchor the recreational draw at Timberlake Campground, a drive-in facility outside Whittier, North Carolina open from May through October. The property has two separate ponds, one designated for swimming and one for fishing, and a creek runs through the entire campground. Sites back directly up to that creek, so the sound of moving water carries through most of the property at night.
Sites are described by multiple visitors as large and mostly wooded, with electric, water, and sewer hookups available for RVs up to 50 feet. The campground also provides complimentary firewood (one bundle per night) and a free ice machine, both mentioned consistently across reviews. Kayla S. reports "two fishing ponds where we caught lots of bass," which gives anglers a concrete sense of what to expect. Restrooms include four stalls and four showers, cleaned and checked daily according to reviewers. Pets are welcome.
Nearby options for comparison include Conley's Creek Campground to the northwest and Tuckaseegee RV Resort to the east, both within a few miles. Timberlake tends to run quiet, with multiple reviewers noting the low noise level even during summer. Reservations are available through the campground's own website, and booking ahead is advisable for summer weekends given the site count and the appeal of creek-side spots.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTimberlake Campground is located in North Carolina near Whittier
Directions
Take Exit 72 off Route 74. Turn left at the hardware store onto Main Street and cross the river and rail road track. Then, turn left and go under the overpass. After the overpass, immediately turn right for one block ONLY. Turn left onto Conleys Creek Road and go 3.5 miles.
Address
3270 Conleys Creek Rd
Whittier, NC 28789
Coordinates
35.3941801 N
83.35292067 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 50 min from Asheville, NC
- 1 hr 49 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 56 min from Morristown, TN
