Creek access draws campers to this private campground, where most sites sit within earshot of the flowing water. Indian Creek Campground operates year-round on forested terrain in Cherokee, offering both RV sites with full hookups and tent camping options alongside several rental cabins.
The campground provides 30-amp electric service, water, and sewer connections for RVs, with sites large enough to accommodate slideouts. Gravel pads work well for RVs but present challenges for tent campers, particularly on sloped sites. Shade coverage varies by location, with sites near the main entrance receiving less tree cover than those deeper in the campground. The bathhouse maintains modern facilities with hot showers.
Light pollution from campground fixtures illuminates pathways at night, which aids navigation to restrooms but may concern campers seeking darkness. Myron C. notes that "most sites are within earshot of the creek, which makes for a pleasant night." The office staff allows site selection before payment, helping campers find spots that match their setup requirements.
Pet-friendly policies welcome dogs throughout the campground. For those wanting resort-style amenities, Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Yogi Bear in the Smokies offers pools and organized activities nearby.
Description
Come and enjoy the best that nature has to offer. Peaceful…beautiful…serene….are just a few words our guests have used to describe Indian Creek Campground in Cherokee, NC. Located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation at the southern edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the campground is secluded, quiet, heavily wooded, naturally beautiful and nestled on 88 acres between 3 mountain tops. You’ll find just what you need at this small, privately owned, family oriented campground. There are 74 sites which include primitive tent sites, creek side sites for tents, pop-ups or small RV’s, full hook up sites (water, 30 amp. electric, sewer, cable) and a variety of cabins. It is back to nature camping at Indian Creek Campground. Unwind and relax to the sounds of one of our fast running streams. Test your fishing skills on Bunches Creek, which is stocked by the tribe’s Fisheries and Wildlife Management Program. Enjoy some time together as a family sitting around your campfire roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. No, there isn’t a pool, but what kid doesn’t love playing in a stream!! Our amenities include tent and RV sites, full hook up sites, cabins, camp store, clean restrooms with hot showers, stocked trout stream, playground, dump station, laundry, scheduled activities and WIFI hotspots for internet access.
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Location
RV ParkIndian Creek Campground is located in North Carolina
Coordinates
35.55028176988949 N
83.23054570378874 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
