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Best Cabin Camping near Cherokee National Forest

928 Reviews

Cabins at Roan Mountain State Park and Hot Springs Campground provide rustic overnight lodging near Cherokee National Forest. Roan Mountain's cabins feature electricity, heating, full kitchens, and complete bathrooms, making them suitable for family stays. The Nolichucky Gorge Campground offers riverside cabin accommodations with basic furnishings, while Baileyton KOA Holiday provides more modern cabin options with additional amenities. Cabins at Old Mountain Campground include essential services like electricity and water hookups. "The A-frame cabin comes with 5-gallon refillable solar heated water bag, porch, cooking area, outhouse, gas fire pit, lounge chairs, and a beautiful mountain view," noted a visitor to Big Oak Family Farm.

Rustic log cabins dominate the Cherokee National Forest region, with options ranging from basic one-room structures to multi-bedroom family accommodations. USA Raft Adventure Resort maintains riverside cabins for visitors seeking outdoor activities on the Nolichucky River. Camp Driftwood Asheville offers pet-friendly cabin rentals with access to shared bathroom facilities. Most properties require advance reservations, particularly during summer months and fall color season. Riverpark Campground maintains year-round cabin availability, while Creek Ridge Camping operates seasonally from April through November. A review mentioned, "The cabins were nice and quiet and right by the river. The Appalachian Trail is nearby and the hot springs spa is a must after a long weekend of hiking."

Most basic cabins include beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Cooking facilities vary significantly between properties - fully equipped kitchens with refrigerators and stoves at higher-end accommodations versus simple fire rings and picnic tables at more rustic sites. On-site camp stores at Hot Springs Campground and Baileyton KOA provide essential supplies, though selection is limited. Big Oak Family Farm cabins include cooking areas but minimal amenities, requiring comprehensive packing. Refrigeration is not available at more primitive cabin locations, so coolers with ice are recommended. A camper wrote, "They offer cabins from primitive to full amenities. Plenty of shade and trees. The campground is now gated."

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Best Cabin Sites Near Cherokee National Forest (114)

    1. Hot Springs Campground

    29 Reviews
    Hot Springs, NC
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 622-7676

    "They also have small cabins and tent sites. Walking distance to trails and town. Spa with hot spring hot tubs across the street."

    "Beautiful campground with great campstore right at the entrance that sells everything. Large campsites with great privacy foliage, picnic tables, & fire rings."

    2. Nolichucky Gorge Campground

    12 Reviews
    Erwin, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 743-8876

    "It was just not unorganized and no one seemed to want to move from the spot so we could park our camper."

    "Nolichucky Gorge is right next to USA Raft, same road, same entrance to the left. Veteran owned and well maintained. The staff is friendly and professional. River view sites, other sites and cabins."

    3. Baileyton KOA Holiday

    15 Reviews
    Ducktown, TN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 234-4992

    "Even though it's very close to the interstate, it was very quiet. We had a full hook up site, relatively level. It had a picnic table and fire ring."

    "Pool, Waterpark, driving range, 2 lakes, showers, bathrooms, mining for kids, playground and store. They offer hand packed ice cream and hot foods daily as well. A great place to stay with kids!"

    4. Old Mountain Campground

    1 Review
    Cherokee National Forest, TN
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 638-3236

    5. Big Oak Family Farm

    1 Review
    Limestone, TN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (904) 894-9406

    $95 - $129 / night

    "This A-frame cabin comes with 5-gallon refillable solar heated water bag, porch, cooking area, outhouse, gas fire pit, lounge chairs, and a beautiful mountain view!"

    6. Creek Ridge Camping

    4 Reviews
    Hot Springs, NC
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 622-9955

    $15 - $40 / night

    "Spent two nights and three amazing days at this privately owned campsite. This campsite is in the mountains so be prepared for amazing views and a steep drive up to the office to check in."

    "They provide everything you need."

    7. Riverpark Campground

    4 Reviews
    Erwin, TN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 753-5359

    $51 - $73 / night

    "Riverpark is a privately owned campground situated at the classic Big Rocks rapid on the Nolichucky river. "

    "The riverfront spaces are amazing and just inches away from the Nolichucky River. If you love to fish or kayak this is a great location. The bathhouses are super clean."

    8. Roan Mountain State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Roan Mountain, TN
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 547-3906

    $14 - $54 / night

    "Shaded, good fire pits, picnic table. Fire pits you had to walk up to but were away from tents, which I liked. Bathhouse was clean, well lit, pretty warm showers."

    "Some of the sites, the picnic table, fire pit, and grill are disjointed from the pad, separated by distance or stairs. There are several things to do, a lot of trails, all very pretty."

    9. USA Raft Adventure Resort

    3 Reviews
    Erwin, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 743-7111

    "Great sites right by the river for tents, various unique styles of “cabin camping” along the river and off the river, great staff (brings wood to you!)"

    "There were a few electrical issues due to the crowd that arrived for a music event over the weekend. They sorta stick people all over the place when their busy. Beautiful view along the River."

    10. Camp Driftwood Asheville

    17 Reviews
    Weaverville, NC
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 230-4422

    $25 - $125 / night

    "They have tent camping as well as two cottages."

    "It is the perfect little spot tucked back in the mountains, best part was it was river side. Had a great spot for a fire and picnic tables too. Such a romantic part of our getaway."

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  • A
    Nov. 2, 2018

    Camp Driftwood Asheville

    Camp Driftwood

    I found this campground through airbnb. They have tent camping as well as two cottages. The cottages are titled "Paddlers Paradise- Camp Driftwood Cottage" and have cable TV, a laptop friendly work space, heating, air conditioning, and a private entrance. The tent camping sites are titled "Camp Site- Camp Driftwood" and have fire rings, picnic tables, and access to a shared bathhouse and common area. Both of these have free parking and are located right on the French Broad River. The water is easily accessible and tubing is frequently seen along the bank. The entrance to the area is directly off the road, but has a VERY steep decline immediately following. Be cautious in driving too far up the bank as the path becomes soft, especially after a good rain. Overall, a small and personable camping option that is worth a visit!

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 31, 2021

    Baileyton KOA Holiday

    Country Time

    Sites: 60 Pull thrus 

    RV-Tent-Cabins 15-30-50 amp service 

    Hot showers, pool, pets allowed, toilets, laundry, small grocery store This is only of couple of miles off I40 in the rolling hills of Tennessee, very quiet and well maintained. Sites ae a bit close together but not on top of each other. Gravel pads, fire rings, picnic table, trash. Beautiful green space and dog walk area. Enjoy the hiking. 

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  • R
    Apr. 13, 2024

    Black Bear Campground

    Great primitive campground opened 2023

    This is a brand new tent and cabin campground built by Duke Energy and run by McDowell county on Lake James. There is a boat ramp very close by, a fishing dock, picnic area, trails in and around the campground, and a seasonal Black Bear Marina Restaurant across the inlet or not far by road. All sites have tent pads and 2 parking spots. Many of the sites are a short walk from the car which affords privacy. There is a rental picnic shelter and a group csmping site. The rental camping cabins have 2 cots with a plywood base,( bring a mattress!).

  • R
    Sep. 28, 2021

    Moonshine Creek Campground

    Top Notch

    This is an excellent campground! It’s really woodsy and the creek is fabulous. Nice laundry facilities. Especially nice are the tent sites. They seem to have some of the most scenic spots. The Sanctuary area is awesome and the tent sites are right on the creek. It is for those with no pets or kids and is limited to 2 people per site. It’s a quiet zone. There is one tent cabin and 4 tent sites with water and electric. You CAN park at your sites. We weren’t sure before if it was a walk in area. The bathhouse for this area has two toilets and two showers.Each is completely private. There are outlets and sinks in all four. There is also a very nice sink and counter on the end for dishwashing. It’s all in excellent condition. Very nice picnic tables too. They were easy to wipe off. Sites S1-3 have an awning/ shelter. S4 does not but is much larger. S4 is higher up so you look down on the creek. It is more off by itself. S1 even has access to a 2nd picnic table close to the creek. It is the smallest as far as tent space. We would love to visit again!

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 18, 2023

    Big Oak Family Farm

    Cozy A-Frame Cabin

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. This A-frame cabin comes with 5-gallon refillable solar heated water bag, porch, cooking area, outhouse, gas fire pit, lounge chairs, and a beautiful mountain view! Come check them out and leave them some love!

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2020

    Natural Tunnel State Park Campground

    State Park with an Amazing Veiw and Rich Historical Background

    This is the first time I have stayed in a yurt, and it was definitely a learning experience. First of all, it is a cross between a tent and a cabin, and it has no electricity, bathroom, or running water. This was not so bad since the campground bath house was only a couple of hundred feet away. However, the temperatures were in the lower 90s outside, and once we walked inside the yurt, it was like walking into an oven. The temperature had to be somewhere around 110 degrees inside. Immediately after opening the door, opening the window and opening the canvas window coverings, we could feel the heat pouring out of the yurt. Fortunately, I had two 100-foot extension cords and a fan in our car. I plugged into the closest campsite and ran the cord to the yurt. There is no way we could have stayed in the yurt without the fan, so if you decide to stay in a yurt at this park during the summer, make sure to take extension cords and at least one fan. One thing that my wife and I found strange was that there were handrails along the three steps to the deck around the yurt, but there were no handrails beside the rougher steps leading to the yurt. Once we got the yurt cooled off to a decent temperature(high 70s), it wasn’t too bad. It had a queen bed and a trundle bed, which our grandson stayed on. A couch, side tables, and a dining table was also inside. The overall appearance inside the yurt was pleasant, and there was a picnic table and rocking chairs on the outside on the deck. There was also a fire pit, another picnic table, and a lantern hanger included with this yurt on the ground outside of the deck area. You will have to take your own linens for the beds—a queen and a single. There are two campgrounds in this state park, and each one is quite different. The Lover’s Leap campground has space for larger RVs and appears to be the newer of the two campgrounds. Although there are playgrounds, a swimming complex, an amphitheater, and much more, some of these venues are closed for the season due to the pandemic. The one thing I was really looking forward to(the chairlift) is only open on weekends. However, we were able to hike a couple of trails and see the natural tunnel. There are also cabins in the campground and they have a variety of sleeping arrangements of up to sixteen people in one cabin. The historical background of the state park is varied and extensive, so there are a lot of things to see within the park and surrounding the park. My wife and I decided we really want to come back and camp here again when we have more time. Overall, the campground has a lot of opportunities for different types of camping, and a lot to do, but if you stay in a yurt, be prepared.

  • J
    Apr. 6, 2021

    Moonshine Creek Campground

    Best laid out and maintained park

    The park is very well maintained. You can tell the owner takes pride in the park. The place is laid out so that almost every site is creekside. Bathrooms are placed all throughout the park. plenty of parking. extremely nice bath house with 4 showers and dressing area separate as well as 4 toilet rooms also had 3 washers and 4 dryers, looked very new. plenty of hot water. we stayed in a camping cabin which had a full bed and sleeping loft. the loft is very large, 3 10-12 yrs old as well as 3 3-4 yr olds fit up there nice and comfy. they have camping cabins, fully equipped cabins, rv sites as well as tent sites. every site has a grill/fire pit and picnic table. they gave a camp store with firewood and just about anything else you need or forgot to bring. the town of sylva nc is only 15 minutes away and it has fast food, restaurants and, grocery and a walmart.

  • Ashley M.
    Sep. 17, 2019

    Moonshine Creek Campground

    Beautiful Campground

    My husband and I stayed here for my birthday in one of the camping cabins. We will definitely be back now that we have our A-frame camper. The campground is beautiful with a mountain stream flowing through the entire campground. Immaculate bathhouses and wonderful owners. Great store onsite and lots to do in the surrounding area.

  • Nate H.
    Sep. 30, 2020

    Greenbrier Campground

    Best Around

     Greenbriar campground is located in Pittman Center, west of Gatlinburg, adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains. The campground is certainly one of the nicest camping spots I’ve n the area. The campground is very large, and has multiple camping options. They have tent and rv spots, as well as cabins, but I also saw some teepee style tent cabins. The campground is very wooded, so you feel like you are getting a legitimate Smoky Mountain camping experience. The pigeon river runs through the campground, and is great for fishing, or swimming/tubing in summer. There is a dog park also, and the campground is pet friendly. This campground has so many things to do, and it is very popular, so if you want to camp here, I would suggest booking early, because spots are booked months in advance. The campground is very quiet at night, with just the sounds of nature. There is a camp store, with firewood, and you’ll want to enjoy a campfire, even in the middle of summer. I Highly recommend Greenbriar Campground for camping in the Smokies.

Guide to Cherokee National Forest

Experience the beauty of cabin camping near Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee, where nature meets comfort in a variety of scenic settings.

Cabins are available at Hot Springs Campground

  • Enjoy a stay at Hot Springs Campground, which offers cozy cabins right by the French Broad River, perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure.
  • The campground features well-maintained facilities, including clean showers and toilets, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.
  • With easy access to local attractions like hot springs and breweries, you'll find plenty to explore during your stay.

Cabin campers like these nearby activities

  • At Nolichucky Gorge Campground, you can enjoy riverfront camping with opportunities for kayaking and tubing right from your cabin.
  • Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting with USA Raft Adventure Resort, located nearby, where you can easily launch your adventure from your cabin base.
  • Explore the scenic trails of the Appalachian Trail, which is accessible from several campgrounds, providing stunning views and hiking opportunities.

Relaxation and local attractions

  • Visit the charming town of Hot Springs, just a short walk from Hot Springs Campground, where you can indulge in local food and drinks at Big Pillow Brewing Co.
  • Take a dip in the natural hot springs nearby, a perfect way to unwind after a day of hiking or exploring the forest.
  • Enjoy the peaceful ambiance of Creek Ridge Camping, where you can relax by the creek and soak in the serene surroundings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I rent cabins in Cherokee National Forest?

Several campgrounds near Cherokee National Forest offer cabin rentals. Greenbrier Campground in Pittman Center provides cabin options adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains. For a more unique experience, Adventure Bound Campground Gatlinburg offers cabin rentals along with riverfront sites. While not directly in the national forest, these nearby accommodations provide convenient access to explore Cherokee's natural beauty while enjoying the comfort of cabin lodging.

What amenities are available in Cherokee National Forest cabins?

Cabin amenities near Cherokee National Forest range from rustic to well-appointed. Camp Driftwood Asheville offers cottages with modern comforts including cable TV, air conditioning, heating, and laptop-friendly workspaces. For a more unique experience, Natural Tunnel State Park Campground provides yurts—hybrid tent-cabin structures without electricity or plumbing but located near bathhouses. Many cabins feature fire pits, picnic tables, and porches. Some properties offer specialized amenities like Black Bear Campground with access to boat ramps, fishing docks, and nearby seasonal restaurants.

How much do cabin rentals cost in Cherokee National Forest?

Cabin rental prices near Cherokee National Forest vary by amenities and season. At Moonshine Creek Campground, camping cabins offer a more affordable option with basic amenities while enjoying the beautiful mountain stream setting. For a unique experience, Big Oak Family Farm offers A-frame cabins at mid-range prices. Generally, expect to pay $75-150 per night for basic cabins and $150-300+ for more luxurious options with full amenities. Weekend rates and peak season (summer and fall) typically command higher prices.

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