Roan Mountain, TN is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Tennessee camping has to offer. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$14 - $54 / night
"Roan Mountain is a beautiful campground with wooded sites, some with water views and access! Next time we’d definitely try for a water site."
"First time to stay at Roan Mountain. Trout fishing and good hiking and mountain drives. Campground is modern with water, 50 amp for rv’s and very clean showers."
$24 - $999 / night
"Bear den was a perfect location for the Blue ridge parkway. We stayed at a two cabin lot that had a hot tub. Bear den has everything from RV camp sites to a game room."
"The campsite was flat, shaded and distanced well enough from our neighbors for privacy but still an easy walk to the bathhouse or camp store for extra firewood or ice."
$12 / night
"Situated on a peninsula, Cardens Bluff has great views and access to the lake for the outer campsites."
"Booked site 13 online for the last weekend before the season ended in October 2021, but the hosts caught us at check-in and moved us to site 32, which was right next to the water."
$30 / night
"This campground is on a beautiful lake. There is no swimming on the lake(its pretty shallow) but awesome for kayaking and paddleboarding."
"The campground is in an excellent location, just 5-10 minutes away from downtown Blowing Rock and of course it’s right on the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway!"
$30 - $45 / night
"Another lovely campground along the BRP, close to Linville Falls and gorge, picnic area and visitor center."
"There are cabins, RV spots and tent sites all with access to newly renovated restrooms and coin operated laundry."
$35 - $42 / night
"The positives: Location: very close to Grandfather Mountain entrance and BRP. There are plenty of stores, restaurants, antiques nearby too."
"We were next to the stream near the entrance.
The facilities were very nice and you can hike right around the campground.
The campground is very close to Grandfather Mountain entrance."
$10 - $20 / night
"Water fill up spots are well positioned and each site has a fire ring. We stayed in spot #2 which is very close to the road, but it felt secluded and traffic is light."
"Really nice, small campground situated near several trails."
"Love this family owned campground tucked away by the Toe River near Spruce Pine NC and the BRP. Linville Falls. Eat at Famous Louise’s."
"This is the kind of campground we would feel good about our kids biking around in the evening as they chase fire flies and meet new friends! "
$17 - $37 / night
"Check your tour cd to verify it works before driving away from the gate. It is helpful as you drive through and not all function correctly."
"This is the most beautiful hiking trails in the world! A lot of climbing rock slopes and ladders with scenic views from 6000 ft plus elevation."
"After a glorious hike up Roan Mountain and back down I crossed the road and hiked out along the three balds and found a few lonely trees to hang a hammock between."
"Beautiful 6000’ bald off the AT and along the state line between North Carolina and Tennessee, plenty of places to pitch a tent. Firewood is scarce so bring a lantern and cook stove."
ScoutAfter a string of rough camps and brutal temps this mountain spot was so welcome. Beautiful drive in, GPS was dead on.
Host is fantastic.
I selected a powered spot even though I tent camp. Sometimes it's just nice to charge everything back up before heading out, not chasing the sun with my solar panels.
I will definitely be back.
GuideThe road to this site is WILD, but doable! I’ll leave photos of the worst spots to help you decide whether or not you should drive up to the top. We drove our 2WD Ford Maverick up the rocky road and it handled it just fine. It was dark when we pulled up and difficult to see the campsites if they were not occupied already. But we found a spot that we assumed was a campsite, pitched a tent, and made it work. We mainly wanted a quiet place to sleep and gorgeous morning views, and we got both!
GuideStayed in Campsite #1 Even though it is within view of the road, the running water sound of the creek behind us lulled us to sleep. We woke up around 9am, walked around and easily collected dead limbs for firewood for a hot breakfast. There are stairs from the campsite down to the creek so I took a cold plunge and swam around in the creek before we packed up camp. Visited Damascus, VA, which is close by and is such a beautiful town.
Side-note: About 45 minutes from here is a place called Blue Hole Falls near Elizabethan, TN. If you wanna see a gorgeous waterfall with mermaid cave vibes, go check that out!
GuideSuch a cute farm! Has a general store and clean bathhouse. We stayed at one of the drive up spots that are near the bathhouse and a small babbling creek. Woke up to the awesome sounds of nature!
ScoutI got here late , around 5 pm on Saturday , so I had difficulty finding a spot. There was lots of sites but they wrrrr all filled up. Beautiful area, the road was narrow and windy so be careful driving but not awful. The sound of the creek was nice but I did get eaten alive by mosquitos and I found a tick on my chair so be on the lookout f
ScoutThe road wasn’t as bad as I was expecting as a whole, but there were some spots that were rouuuuugh. I came in past lake cameron, got there Friday around 5. The best spots were already take, I got the last “scenic” spot but it was beautiful. Wide open views… lots of areas for bigger group if that’s what you need.
GuideAlmost two weeks at this great campground at a power/water only site right by the creek. Level parking, reliable wifi, friendly hosts and community, dog friendly. The bathhouse and laundry are older structures but very clean and everything worked. I will be back!
ScoutCamp host rude and disrespectful. Called the police over my daughter unloading her vehicle because she was parked in the wrong spot. This was after he got in her face and yelled at her and threatened her. Told us we had to move out of the campground immediately. We weren’t even there at the time. Very disrespectful to other tenants on the property as well.
ScoutDark Ridge Hideout has been one of our best camping experiences. The campground is absolutely beautiful and provides a serene mountain experience. Curtis is the most gracious of hosts and is genuinely dedicated to providing a relaxing and enjoyable experience. We plan to make this one of our regular summer stops.
Camping near Roan Mountain, Tennessee, offers a mix of stunning views, outdoor activities, and family-friendly environments. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping around Roan Mountain, Tennessee, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful scenery and plenty of activities, it's a great spot to unwind and enjoy nature.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Roan Mountain, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 304 campgrounds and RV parks near Roan Mountain, TN and 24 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Roan Mountain, TN is Roan Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 47 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 free dispersed camping spots near Roan Mountain, TN.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 31 parks near Roan Mountain, TN that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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