Top Tent Camping near Watauga, TN
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Best Tent Sites Near Watauga, TN (64)
1. Blue Bear Mountain Camp
24 Reviews•127 Photos•43 SavesBlue 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
2. Hot Springs Campground
29 Reviews•87 Photos•403 SavesCome 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
3. Katy Branch
4 Reviews•21 Photos•24 SavesOverview
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.
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
4. Mount Mitchell State Park
21 Reviews•83 Photos•310 SavesMount 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.
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- Fires
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
5. Blackberry Blossom Farm & Campground
2 Reviews•16 Photos•1 SaveBlackberry 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.
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- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Market
$24 - $55 / night
6. USA Raft Adventure Resort
3 Reviews•15 Photos•12 Saves- Pets
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Group
- Dispersed
- Tent Cabin
7. Copperhead Ridge Glamping & RV Park
2 Reviews•8 Photos•1 SaveCome 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!
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- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
$40 - $75 / night
8. Bellebrook Acres
1 Review•10 Photos•2 SavesCome 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
9. The Laurels Picnic Area Pavilions
2 Reviews•8 Photos•1 SaveOverview
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.
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- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
10. 3 Day Nature Effect in the Smoky Mountains
1 Review•12 Photos•12 SavesReconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape and experience for yourself the 3-day nature effect.
can also include a two person fishing kayak and optional shuttle to drop off and pickup (additional fee paid at the time because The Dyrt doesn't have set up to do this) on the beautiful Nolichucky River. Also the Appalachian trail is nearby and a short hike has breathtaking Views. Smokey's also known for breathtakingly beautiful diversity of wildflowers 💛
- Pets
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Tent Cabin
- Glamping
$39 - $74 / night
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Recent Tent Reviews In Watauga
1014 Reviews of 64 Watauga Campgrounds
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Rhys R.
Guide
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!
jason
Scout
Share the farm
Nice quiet spot
Quiet campground with a private pond for fishing.
Timothy F.Guide
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.
- LLathan B.Scout
Grandfather Mountain Campground
Friendly campground with reasonable rates
Love tent camping here, awesome views and great prices
Eleanor the Airstream R.
Ranger
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.
Kevin A.
Legend
Buck Creek
Great campground…Right on the creek
Peaceful, calm, excellent folks, and very relaxing. I camped here for more than two weeks in August. Site #4, site 19, and site #47. The campground is clean, quiet, and well-maintained. The owners and staff were great and super helpful. Site #4 is on the creek. It was short for my 32-foot RV but manageable. It had full hookups. Site #4 was level and semi-shaded. The WiFi signal was great, and speeds were reasonable. I used the bathhouse showers and laundry. Both were clean. I moved to site 19, which is not on the creek but on the edge of the field. It was very level as well, and all hookups worked fine. The WiFi at site 19 was considerably worse, but the sky was clear, and I could fully use my Starlink service. The central field area is mowed and set up as an RC flying field. A few campers flew their model airplanes. It was fun to watch. I even jumped into the RC hobby, buying a trainer plane at a local Hobby Shop, and began flying. I moved to site 47, which was the best of all three. It’s a good-sized site right on the creek and just up from swimming hole#2. There were two swimming holes along the creek, which were a ton of fun. I swam in both. The water is very clear and refreshing. The campground is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway(about 10 miles). I rode my motorcycle up Route 80 to the Blue Ridge. Route 80 is a great winding road. The campground is very close to downtown Marion and some shops, groceries, and restaurants. Overall, this is a great campground with a great staff, location, and is very relaxing.
- Betsy W.Guide
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.Guide
Jacobs Creek Campground (Tn) — Cherokee National Forest
Great camping
Hosts were nice and helpful. Thanks to Robbi and Darell. Everything was very clean and well kept. Cell service was 3 bars. Lake was beautiful!!
- JJAY Y.Scout
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.Scout
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.
- PPeace M.Scout
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
- SSara M.Guide
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.Scout
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
- mmike R.
Traveler
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.Guide
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.Scout
Spacious Skies Bear Den
Beautiful sites and quiet
Great campground. Big private sites, lots of activities for teens. Great hiking right from the campground.
- SSarah C.Guide
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!!
- SShawn L.Scout
David Crockett Birthplace
Friendly Forgotten Campground
We had an excellent time at Davy Crockett Birthplace. Very clean facilities. Friendly staff and quick check-in.
Twan M.Ranger
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.
- MMichael W.Scout
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.
- SSara M.Guide
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 B.Scout
Riverside Campground
Infested
The place is crawling with Venemous Copperheads. Do not recommend tent camping here.
- AAlex C.Scout
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!
- JJeremy B.Scout
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.
- JJoey K.Traveler
Flintlock Campground
July Camping (2024)
Excellent campground. Wonderful staff!
Adam B.TravelerPisgah 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.Traveler
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 Watauga
Camping near Watauga, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking: Explore the trails around Roan Mountain State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The staff were super friendly, campground was well maintained, hiking is awesome."
- Fishing: Enjoy fishing in the nearby lakes and rivers. A review from Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground highlights, "Great fishing in the Nolichucky River, but very dangerous river, DO NOT SWIM IN."
- Sightseeing: Visit local attractions like Linville Falls and Grandfather Mountain. One visitor at Linville Falls Campground said, "This campground is fully established and the rangers and hosts are wonderful."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground states, "The main campground shower units are individual and separate from the bathrooms. There are ADA shower stalls, bathrooms, and ramps."
- Friendly Staff: Many campers rave about the helpfulness of the staff. One camper at Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground noted, "Very clean facilities. Friendly staff and quick check-in."
- Natural Beauty: The scenic views and natural surroundings are a big hit. A visitor at Julian Price Park Campground shared, "Spent a weekend car camping... The site is near a bathroom and there is quite a bit of traffic throughout the camp."
What you should know:
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A review for Honey Bear Campground mentions, "The office was never open, and the coffee shop might as well have never been open or exist."
- Crowded During Peak Season: Popular spots can get busy, especially on weekends. One camper at Natural Tunnel State Park Campground said, "Sites were very close together and it was very crowded, but friendly and courteous folks."
- Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife sightings. A camper at Roan Mountain State Park Campground mentioned, "We enjoyed our stay, and even had deer wander near our site a few times."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. A review for Blue Bear Mountain Camp states, "Everything a small family with very young kids could need."
- Plan for Activities: Bring games or plan hikes that everyone can enjoy. One camper at Honey Bear Campground said, "The campground was extremely helpful and kind."
- Check for Events: Some campgrounds host events that can be fun for families. A review for Warriors' Path State Park Main Campground highlights, "They have a full docket of activities, ranger-led hikes, games, crafts and wildlife lectures offered throughout the day."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Little Oak Campground advised, "Pay attention to the site size as some RVs had issues getting their larger RVs in their sites."
- Look for Full Hookups: If you need them, check if the campground offers full hookups. A review for Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Campground mentions, "The campground is surprisingly large, level sites, that are close together."
- Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially near water. A visitor at Little Oak Campground noted, "There was a bit of boat noise and some road noise."
Camping around Watauga, TN, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin. Enjoy the great outdoors!
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