USFS 7165 sits within Nantahala National Forest, managed by the US Forest Service as a free dispersed camping area with drive-in and walk-in access. No amenities are listed for this site. Campers looking for nearby developed or shelter-based alternatives can consider Wayah Bald Campground, roughly two miles to the north, or Siler Bald Trail Shelter TR 373, about a mile to the south.
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Map & DirectionsUSFS 7165 is located in North Carolina near Nantahala National Forest
Coordinates
35.15825268750057 N
83.57378299994393 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 22 min from Asheville, NC
- 1 hr 34 min from Gainesville, GA
- 2 hrs 48 min from Knoxville, TN



