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    1. Blue Bear Mountain Camp

    24 Reviews
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    Blue Bear Mountain Camp offers year round camping experiences for every type of outdoor enthusiast. Car accessible tent and RV sites in a natural setting. Hike in sites for those looking for a little more adventure and privacy. Stargazer Domes and Cabin rentals for guests wanting a rustic, mountain getaway while staying in comfort. Located just 8 miles north of Boone, NC on over 150 acres of pristine mountain land, miles of hiking trails, a trout pond and spacious low density sites allow the guest to get away from it all in a rustic, remote setting. In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. At 4,000 feet elevation, come enjoy cool mountain breezes and mild temperatures. Blue Bear Mountain is a scenic location for large events such as weddings, corporate events and family reunions. Come Get away from it all at Blue Bear Mountain!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 - $136 / night

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    2. Hot Springs Campground

    29 Reviews
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    403 Saves

    Come to where Mother Nature waved her magical wand and created one of the most natural of all wonders, Natural Hot Mineral Waters. Heated deep within the earth, these crystal clear carbonated waters are world famous for their mineral content and legendary healing powers. We pipe these waters to modern outdoor Jacuzzi type hot tubs that are drained and sanitized after each use. Hot Springs, located in the mountains of Western North Carolina, and cuddled along the banks of Spring Creek and the French Broad River, is a town rich in history and beaming with natural charm, this town serves as an intersection along the historic Appalachian Trail and is part of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. The heart of Hot Springs, North Carolina, is our 100 acre Resort & Spa. We feature modern Jacuzzi style hot tubs, positioned outside along the tranquil banks of Spring Creek and the French Broad River; our tubs are supplied with a continuous flow of World Famous Natural Hot Mineral Water. We have a nationally certified & state licensed staff of massage therapists on hand to compliment your soaks or for separate service altogether. Located across the road from the Mineral Baths is the Hot Springs Campground. Here you can find peace of mind with ease and comfort. We feature eight primitive camping cabins, over a hundred tent sites (primitive, group & sites with partial hook up) & Full RV Hookups. On site comfort station features hot showers (seasonal) and clean bathrooms. Our beautiful grounds play host to several large events per year and we have the capacity for many more. Whether you’re coming off a long hike on the Appalachian Trail or just passing through, you don’t want to miss the charm and beauty of the Hot Springs Resort & Spa. Hot Springs Resort & Spa also offers other lodging options for those looking for a relaxing getaway. We have four luxury suites that have a Jacuzzi style tub with mineral water in the room. We also have a deluxe cabin with a full size outdoor Jacuzzi style tub.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Bellebrook Acres

    1 Review
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    2 Saves

    Come tent camp on the farm! We have several pole barn sites you can set up under or you can hike the pasture & hillside to the top of our property for some amazing views and sleep under the stars! We do have a fire pit and outhouse available at the lower campsites.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Firewood Available
    • Toilets

    $50 - $70 / night

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    4. Katy Branch

    4 Reviews
    21 Photos
    24 Saves

    Overview

    Katy Branch, a former Youth Conservation Corp Camp, is a private outdoor pavilion surrounded by beautiful Tennessee woodland in the Cherokee National Forest.

    Natural Features:

    Katy Branch is located in open woodland. A more heavily forested area and an open area, part of which is used for parking, is adjacent to the pavilion area.

    Recreation:

    Forested land is available for hiking and exploration and an open area is available for group activities.

    Facilities:

    Rental facilities include an open pavilion with fireplace and four large picnic tables. The pavilion is attached to a building that contains two accessible restrooms and a "kitchen" area with stainless steel sink, microwave and refrigerator. A large outdoor charcoal grill and five folding tables and 80 folding chairs are also available with the rental. The pavilion is located about .5 miles on a gravel road, closed to the public.

    Nearby Attractions:

    Katy Branch is located about half-way between the towns of Greeneville and Erwin. Though it is not located on the Nolichucky River, the river is only about .5 miles away.

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
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    5. Blackberry Blossom Farm & Campground

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    Blackberry Blossom is a 100 acre Permaculture forest farm with 10 tent campsites, beautiful bathhouse, camp store, and hiking trails. All campsites are under the tree canopy and most are right beside a creek. 4 drive-up sites, 6 are walk-to sites. Uncrowded, private, large comfortable sites feature fire pit, cooking grate, picnic table, mulched tent pad (some have 2 pads per site), and fully setup tent sites available.

    Dishwashing station at bathhouse has hot water and soap/scrubbers. Bathhouse is tiled, private toilet and shower room, sink, hair dryer and quality toiletries amenities in case you forget your shampoo, conditioner, etc.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Market

    $24 - $55 / night

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    6. Copperhead Ridge Glamping & RV Park

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    Come enjoy to serenity of Copperhead Ridge Glamping and RV Park.

    Tucked away on a clean, graveled lot, we have plenty of space to accommodate you from large Motorcoaches to smaller bumper pull campers.

    Drive up and Hook up! We have full hookups, ensuring you a more comfortable stay while enjoying festivities at the Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway.

    We also offer extended stay options for travel workers or those living the full time RV life.

    Pet friendly !

    Reasonable rates !

    Safe and convenient location !

    Amazing guests and staff await your visit!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $40 - $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Mitchell State Park
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    7. Mount Mitchell State Park

    21 Reviews
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    311 Saves

    Mount Mitchell State Park Family camping (camping near Charlotte) The nine-site family campground is open from May 1 to October 31 with full facilities. Each site is equipped with a grill and picnic table. Restrooms for use during warm seasons are located nearby. Showers and hot water are not provided. Pack-in camping Campers may leave vehicles in the park overnight to backpack into the Pisgah National Forest. Visitors who leave their vehicles in the park must register on the forms provided at the trailheads near the parking area or at the park office. Leave the form on the dashboard of your car. Mount Mitchell offers a choice of trails from which to enjoy the nearby alpine woodlands. Ready to Reserve It's not uncommon to encounter black bears at Mount Mitchell State Park, particularly in warm weather months.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
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    8. The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions

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    Overview

    The Laurels has been a popular area since the early days in East Tennessee. It was a common evening stopover for farmers from North Carolina taking produce to markets in Johnson City. The site is named for the native Rhododendron that thrives in the area, locally called "laurel." The Civilian Conservation Corps helped construct the current facilities in the early 1930s. Today, it is a popular day-use area, providing a nice shady place for family picnics and group gatherings.

    Natural Features:

    Honeycomb Creek flows through the picnic area and is enjoyed by kids of all ages on warm summer days.

    Recreation:

    The Laurels has two pavilions, each with picnic tables and grills. An old foot path meanders through the nearby woods.

    Facilities:

    The Laurels includes two picnic pavilions, numerous tables connected by paths and trash cans. There are vault toilets on site. There is no potable water.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
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    9. Dark Ridge HideOut (Adults Only)

    2 Reviews
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    15 Saves

    The HideOut is a secluded campground with 12 tent sites, 2 full hook up RV sites and 3 RV lodging unites in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the backside of the Beech Mt Ski Resort on Dark Ridge Rd at 3500 ft elevation surrounded by mountains, 1.5 miles up Dark Ridge Rd at the top and the intersection with Beech Mt. Rd it is 4000 ft. We are in a secluded quiet and safe community with about a dozen homes in a one mile radius.

    One mile from the Tennessee line, 2 miles from the Compression Falls TN, 13.6 miles from the Elk River Falls NC, 17 miles from Watauga Point Recreation area on Watauga Lake TN, 8 miles from Beech Mountain Ski Resort, 13 miles from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, 21 miles from Grandfather Mountain and 28.6 miles to The Linville Caverns. The closest towns are; Elk Park NC 8.5 miles, Banner Elk NC 9, Newland NC 13, Roan Mountain TN 14 Boone NC 21, Hampton TN 23, Elizabethton TN 28 and Spruce Pine NC 30,

    You will be free to hike my trails and explore any part of my property except the house and outbuildings. The pond’s are full of Rainbow Trout and BlueGill fish that are like pets. You can feed the fish but no fishing.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash

    $20 - $45 / night

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    10. USA Raft Adventure Resort

    3 Reviews
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    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Group
    • Dispersed
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Recent Tent Reviews In Bluff City

957 Reviews of 58 Bluff City Campgrounds


  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Valley WMA
    Oct. 23, 2024

    Hidden Valley WMA

    Peaceful and Pretty

    This spot is very nice, close to the water’s edge (although no camping allowed lakeside). There’s quite a few rings, bear bins, and a porta-loo. We had the place to ourselves which was really great. Camping is free, technically. (you need to purchase an Access pass from Virginia Wildlife for 4 dollars online, and add a camping authorisation to your account). The road was clear of Hurricane damage and very easy to get to. Would stay again!

  • Timothy  F.
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    Oct. 3, 2024

    Bristol-Kingsport KOA

    This is a very nice campground

    We arrive very late, after all day travels from Florida. My phone had three bars, Verizon 5G ultra wide signal.

  • Eleanor the Airstream R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Observation Knob Park
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Observation Knob Park

    Waterfront camping

    Large County campground with electric and water with two pump out stations. spacious, hilly sites with some tree coverage along lake with boat ramp and capacity to tie your boat up at your site.

    Recommend a surge protector on your camper as there are no breakers on the electric hook up at the site (clustered elsewhere).

    Stayed here for a National water dog competition and the beach area was perfect for our group.

  • Betsy W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 2, 2024

    Hidden Valley WMA

    Great peaceful place

    Dispersed camping free permit with Va wildlife, fishing, or use permit up to 14 days. Porta Jon available at campground and boat dock. Plenty of dead wood for fires. Trash cans available. Rocks for fire pits and no tables.

  • Betsy W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 2, 2024

    Little Tumbling Creek

    Beautiful and peaceful

    Laurel bed lake at top is beautiful. Waterfalls on way up and good fishing along the way in tumbling creek. Flat field area for camping on way. Several spots by creek for van or tent camping.

  • J
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    Sep. 1, 2024

    Copperhead Ridge Glamping & RV Park

    Cancelled my reservation less than a month out.

    Paid in full in 2023 for 2024. Checked in May 2024, all good on reservations, stated looking forward to seeing me in September. August 31, 2024, received an email stating they could not accommodate me for the agreed upon reservation. Tried to call, went straight to voicemail, mailbox full.

  • Jay N.
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    Aug. 28, 2024

    Scales Trailhead Basecamp

    Isolated & wonderful!

    We've been going to Scales for several years now, & it's one of the few places we keep revisiting! Yes, the road in is rocky (& not short...probly 45 mins from the road to the campground), but anything with Subaru Outback ground clearance will be fine.

    The campground itself is great! It's right on the AT, so there are lots of through hikers that you'll see stop in for a night. That also means that there's lots of great hiking options! Our favorite parts are the beautiful views, wild ponies, & it's (usually) relatively quiet!

    Additionally, there are a lot of fire pits& there are pit toilets.

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Popular Point Campground Lake Jordan Recreation Area
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Popular Point Campground Lake Jordan Recreation Area

    Campground on a large lake with lake side sites

    My site was B82. Plenty of shade, very private on one side and pretty level,-1 from front to back. Most sites will require at least some leveling in the back and on the right side. The site was gravel and clean. Water and electric(30 amp) were fine. I was there a Monday thru Friday and it was VERY quite, I was the only one in my loop. I don't know if it's always like that or if it was a result of the campground only opening the Friday before my arrival due to damage/high water in the lake caused by Hurricane Debbie. It must be really busy on the weekends because they have a separate gate for campers already registered. Based on shade, privacy and level, I would recommend the following sites in B loop 10, 79, 80, 81 and 82. All sites in B loop had more trees between the next site as compared to Loop C. The downside to loop B is there is a lot of tent camping which can cause a lot of people in the showers. Loop B has it own 2 stall dump station, which was clean. There is a 4 station dump on the main road for the other loops. There were a lot of mosquitoes. I don't know if this was a result of the high lake water. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Rangers patrolled on a regular basis. Now to the bathrooms. I agree with all the other comments. I don't know if it's always this way but the"comfort" station(toilets only) was only open Friday-Sunday. It only has cold water at the sink and no soap. The toilet stalls at the shower house were covered in spider webs. The sinks were filled with mosquitos. The floor wasn't swept or mopped during my stay. The doors of the shower stalls were very short. So short that any other user of the shower area could see entirely into the shower. Your fellow campers would know you very well. I drove thru Loop C and here are my observations. Loop C seems to be the favorite loop of the locals. It's has more lakefront sites which allows for boat docking. The sites didn't appear to have as much gravel as B. The shower house is MUCH better the the one in loop B. It had been remodeled and was clean and the shower doors were of a height that offered privacy. The water turn on is motion sensor and is activated when you enter the shower so be prepared. The water temperature is preset. The other loops were closed due to lake levels and hurricane damage so I could not observe them. The beach is small and not much. To access the bathroom at the beach you have to go to the adjoining campground loop bathroom. Verizon was 2 bars in the entire park. No local TV channels but some like Me TV, etc. No WIFI

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Starlite Trailer Lodge
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Starlite Trailer Lodge

    Just a lovely ‘resort’ camping experience

     So this is the most unusual place we’ve ever camped. I would call it a‘community where there are campsites’ more than a campground. The majority of the sites are populated by beautifully-kept tiny houses with RVs sprinkled in. The grounds are beautifully planted and tended, evoking a feeling of being in a park. The bathhouse rooms are clean, individual rooms and decorated. The swimming pool is large and clubhouse lodge well provisioned. This is what a camping resort should be(but minus the huge fees)! WiFi is standard; we opted for the Pay version and had great connectivity. You will lose cell service~ 20 minutes from the campground. 

    Starlite is a long-term community that evolved into providing a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ folks looking for a serene mountain experience and this is an exceptional place. If you come with open mind and heart you will feel entirely welcome. My husband and I enjoyed all the people, dogs and kitties we met. We felt so safe and in this setting that we never even locked the RV when we left. Our site(79) was one of two transient camping sites feet away from the creek and a short walk to the lake filled with water lilies. The gravel site has FHU but currently is not level; the hosts have plans to revamp the site and extend the pad.

    Follow the websites directions! You do NOT want to venture onto just any road up here, some of the roads are rough. Print directions before leaving home. The shortcut back dirt road between here and Blowing Rock is an adventure for a truck (only); just plan on driving it slow and it’s fine. Shockingly, as we returned from Blowing Rock the long way on Rt 321 our RV GPS program (in RV mode) kept trying to get us to take these mountainous dirt road shortcuts back to the camp. We might well have been stranded if we hadn’t known better.

    Main Street Blowing Rock is a boutique shop haven. Great for strolling. Kilwins ice cream and candy shop in Blowing Rock is awesome, as is the spice shop beside it.

    From downtown Blowing Rock you can hop on the Blue Ridge Parkway in minutes. South on the BRP you’ll quickly reach Moses Cone and Julian Price parks, both are great places to hike and picnic.

  • Laura E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Nolichucky Gorge Campground
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Nolichucky Gorge Campground

    Nolichucky gorge campground fun

    My teen daughter and I had a last minute midweek opportunity to go tent camping and they were so accommodating and friendly here. Beautiful riverfront grassy tent sites are serene and peaceful. Highly recommended

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Pisgah National Forest Dispersed
    Aug. 19, 2024

    Pisgah National Forest Dispersed

    Stunning

    It's beautiful up there although there's not many campsites. I stayed at the second one up the dirt road. It wasn't officially designated but it was used as a campsite. You'll need four wheel drive to get in and out of it though. The road is long but you'll see a bunch of cool waterfalls and at the end of the road there is a great hiking trail with a beautiful waterfall. The dirt road goes on for a long time but it's in good condition so keep driving and you'll find a spot. There's really only 4 viable spots on that road but man is it gorgeous. Go to ranger road and keep going up. Do not follow google maps it will take you to a private driveway where there's a sign saying "no camping, your app is wrong, turn around now".

  • Perry N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Stonefly
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Camp Stonefly

    Beautiful hidden camping/Fishing spot.

    Me and my wife were looking to get away from theater apartment for a couple of days during a remodel. Well we didn't Wana travel to mountains to camp. And by Luck,we found one right basicly in the city close to everything,with great spots and Really great fishing for Trout,as This stream has been on many different Fishing platforms and Program. Is my new favorite spot overtaking the Blue Ridge parkway even.

  • Ken K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spacious Skies Bear Den
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Spacious Skies Bear Den

    Beautiful sites and quiet

    Great campground. Big private sites, lots of activities for teens. Great hiking right from the campground.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Natural Tunnel State Park Primitive Camping — Natural Tunnel State Park
    Aug. 4, 2024

    Natural Tunnel State Park Primitive Camping — Natural Tunnel State Park

    Primitive at its finest

    Booked a 3 night stay over the weekend and had the primitive camping area to ourselves. 5 spots with tent pads, picnic tables, fire pit, hanging poles, and bear box. Then there is a very large, communal fire pit, and an open but covered shelter with picnic tables and an outlet to charge your tech things. Water spigot at top, a little walk, uphill, for water. The camp store people said they are unable to use spigot nearby common shelter because it’s no good. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Glad we brought our large bladder so we weren’t constantly going up and down the hill for water. Camp store with some basics at entrance, and person on golf cart drives around checking on things. Trash dumpster, up the hill just past water spigot. Couldn’t have asked for a more peaceful place, especially for the price, $15/night. Took advantage of some of the hiking trails, which were well maintained and marked. Also, went and checked out the natural tunnel via chairlift. The other two campgrounds looked nice, with big, fancy bathhouses. And the cabins, wow, fancy! Hooray for Virginia State Parks!!

  • Twan M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Brown Mountain Roadside Campsites

    Good Overnighter

    This is a gravel road that links up with an OHV area/trailhead/parking lot - there are at least 9 campsites, some on the right and most on the left about 100-200 feet from the creek. Being part of an OHV network, expect a lot of trucks towing bikes, 4x4s, etc. throughout the day/night. Some sites were pretty trashed, but none too far gone. Stayed Sunday night and had an unbothered time. About 20 min from Lenoir.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Steele Creek
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Steele Creek

    Great for tent camping

    Maybe I missed this in the reviews, but all but 1 site were best for tents. I drove in to camp in my car and there was only 1 spot, which is by the creek crossing, and it was already taken. There’s a nice big spot at the end of the trail where you could rooftop tent/car camp, but the actual site is about 100’ away. Road wasn’t too bad, only a spot or 2 on the switchback that were probably best for a 4 wheel drive vehicle, but I’m sure most cars would be fine.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground — Warriors' Path State Park
    Jul. 27, 2024

    Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground — Warriors' Path State Park

    Nice state park with lots of activities and options

    This is an enjoyable State Park with a lot to offer. The rangers and staff may be the nicest we’ve encountered. They have a full docket of activities, ranger-led hikes, games, crafts and wildlife lectures offered throughout the day. In addition to camping they have a full marina with canoe, kayak and paddle board rentals. It houses an acclaimed mountain bike trail area. Nearby you can golf and ride horses. Cell coverage varies from LTE to 5G all over the park.

     The main camping section was laid out long ago, with older style short sites and water/electric only. Many of the sites are narrow and some have challenging access. Be sure to read site descriptions and check the suggested trailer size- they seriously mean the max size!! Each site has a fire ring, and small grate grill and a picnic table. The sites up on the ridge are probably sized only for tents and Class B units; many are sloped. The newly updated section, Moody Bluff, has FHU and a number of pull-through sites. It only has trees around the edge of one side giving it an open field feeling. 

    The main campground has its own boat ramp for access to the reservoir. The camp store has a small offering of RV accessories and ice for$2.00. The main campground shower units are individual and separate from the bathrooms. There are ADA shower stalls, bathrooms, and ramps. While the bath house is older and could use fresh paint it was meticulously clean all week. 

    We spent a long weekend with several other RV couples. Nearby Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium provides engaging planetarium shows, a herpetarium, wildlife sections with bobcats, foxes, gray wolves, and raptors, as well as hiking trails. Restaurants, grocery stores and big box retail stores are 10 minutes away in Kingsport. 

    Our site(62) was narrow and a little short for our 23’ trailer. We had to park the truck sideways at the entrance. Our stairs opened right on the concrete pad for the table and we had very little room for our chairs. Our group host had enough room on their site(58) that they could erect two shelters for our meals. The forest was right up to our sides and we had lovely birdsong to awaken us every morning. I would definitely return, especially if the larger sites were available.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherokee Lake Campground
    Jul. 19, 2024

    Cherokee Lake Campground

    Great deal for the money!

    Overall was impressed with the grounds! Well kept, and huge park. Only reason for 4 stars, is no sewer hookup on site. Several Dump stations on grounds, though they are free for guests. Very friendly Park Rangers at the check-in station. 30 amp hookups. Water hookup. Several Lake front spots. Shower and bathroom buildings on site. Several pavilions. Dumpsters, Lots of walking trails. As well as a boat ramp. For $25 a night, with my 28ft pull behind, I was very pleased with my stay! Will come back again!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from David Crockett Birthplace
    Jul. 14, 2024

    David Crockett Birthplace

    Great campground.

    Very well kept campground. Staff were very nice. One of the cleanest parks I have visited. Lots of historical places to visit in the area. Slightly tough to get to, thats why only 4 stars. Don’t let that keep you from visiting.

  • Adam B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pisgah National Forest Dispersed
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Pisgah National Forest Dispersed

    Love Big Ivy

    Easy access to water. Not a lot of theft. People with aggressive dogs do come here and think it's okay to have them off a leash. But that's everywhere anymore. The area is beautiful and one of the better places I've stayed.

  • janie B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Around Pond RV Park
    Jul. 10, 2024

    Around Pond RV Park

    July 4th 2024

    Did a couple of days at Around the Pond Campground in Greenville Tennessee.( mtns.) It was a awesome trip with our friends Ronni Herold& Dean. And our new friends we met Nancy Riegelsperger& her husband Herb.Campground was clean and the staff was very friendly.



Guide to Bluff City

Camping near Bluff City, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails at Roan Mountain State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "The staff were super friendly, campground was well maintained, hiking is awesome."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing opportunities at Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground. A visitor shared, "The main camping section was laid out long ago, with older style short sites and water/electric only."
  • Exploring Local Attractions: Visit nearby attractions like Linville Falls and the Blue Ridge Parkway. One camper noted, "This campground is fully established and the rangers and hosts are wonderful."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-kept restrooms and showers. A review for Hungry Mother State Park stated, "The bathroom facilities were very clean (heated, showers, flushable toilets)."
  • Friendly Staff: Many visitors highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at Asheville East KOA said, "The staff at the office and store are always nice."
  • Beautiful Scenery: Campers love the natural beauty surrounding the campgrounds. A review for Bear Den Family Campground mentioned, "Great campground. Big private sites, lots of activities for teens."

What you should know:

  • Site Sizes Vary: Some campgrounds have tight sites, which can be challenging for larger RVs. A visitor at Asheville East KOA noted, "The main issue with this campground is how close the sites are."
  • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell coverage in some areas. One camper at Julian Price Park Campground mentioned, "Spotty cell service with T mobile."
  • Reservations Recommended: Popular campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A reviewer at Hot Springs Campground advised, "It started to get crowded during the weekend."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. One parent at Asheville East KOA said, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit, golf car rentals, fishing and splashing in the Swannanoa River."
  • Choose Family-Friendly Sites: Opt for campgrounds that offer spacious sites and amenities. A review for Bear Den Family Campground stated, "Kids loved the playground and there were a lot of other kids to make friends with."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check for nearby grocery stores. One camper at Hungry Mother State Park mentioned, "There is a Walmart location that's not far away driving distance."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Accessibility: Make sure to read site descriptions carefully. A reviewer at Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground advised, "Be sure to read site descriptions and check the suggested trailer size."
  • Consider Off-Peak Visits: For a quieter experience, try camping during the week. One camper at Roan Mountain State Park Campground noted, "During our mid-week visit it was quiet."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Some campgrounds may have limited stores. A visitor at Mama Gertie's Hideaway Campground mentioned, "The campground Wi-Fi was pretty good, but I will admit being a little disappointing when I paid for the upgraded bandwidth."

Camping near Bluff City, Tennessee, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot to unwind and enjoy nature.

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