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Doughton Park
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Doughton Park Campground, Blue Ridge Parkway, NC - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Doughton Park Campground is part of Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina (1 hr 38 min north of Hickory, NC) with an elevation of 3,625 feet. There are a total of 123 campsites including 71 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of November. 40 sites can accommodate RVs between 14 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (107)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 68% | |
| 4 star | 19% | |
| 3 star | 4% | |
| 2 star | 3% | |
| 1 star | 4% |
@JenniferC92685 · Camped on Oct 21, 2025 at Campsite #B65
The tent pad wasn't big enough for even a small tent. The site was really small too. We had to leave, because we couldn't fit our tent. I asked for a refund and they refused. They don't have good customer service.
@BillMB0E268E74 · Camped on Oct 18, 2025 at Campsite #A1
Very friendly campground is GREAT! Rangers and hosts are the best!! One of our favorite campgrounds
@PeterW2595731 · Camped on Oct 15, 2025 at Campsite #A21
Great campground! The music center is a must see.
@SusanB4210667 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #A14
The campground was clean and so peaceful. Star gazing at night was amazing. We went riding on the Parkway and the views were beautiful. We had a great trip.
@DonnaT8114851 · Camped on Oct 9, 2025 at Campsite #A18
It would be nice if there were fresh water spigots throughout the park like other parks. Other than that--it was wonderful.
@BettyG85906D2A · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #A20
Nice quiet Campground!
@StephenF342835 · Camped on Sep 28, 2025 at Campsite #A20
Beautiful setting. Very quiet and peaceful. Well maintained.
@JohnO9176954 · Camped on Sep 22, 2025 at Campsite #B39
This area is one of the best hidden gems on the Blue Ridge Pkwy. Great hiking in every direction, interesting historic stops, and an incredible campsite. A few things to note: bring your own heat treated firewood, they have running water but no showers, be aware of closures for the restaurant/ranger station, and be prepared for close neighbors at the campground if visiting during busy times (many sites are still closed). Overall, this is a very pretty and super quiet area perfect for relaxing in the woods and hiking in relative solitude.
@Elizabeth37674 · Camped on Sep 14, 2025 at Campsite #A19
I met the ranger right away and she helped me find the site and park my camper. Loved the quiet and dark skies.
@PamF5F26D11900 · Camped on Sep 6, 2025 at Campsite #A20
The hiking options in the Doughton Park area are great, the trails are well maintained. While there be aure to vist The Bluffs reataurant, food and service ate great!
@BrandonC112819 · Camped on Sep 5, 2025 at Campsite #A18
Quiet and peaceful, very clean and close to town if you need to venture
@DougD8904708 · Camped on Aug 27, 2025 at Campsite #A19
Campground looks great! New pavement is a big improvement.
@JenniferH28313 · Camped on Aug 22, 2025 at Campsite #B55
I arrived after the check in had closed, but still was easily able to find my campsite. Be ready to carry your stuff a little bit from car to campsite. All sites and surrounding areas were well maintained. Easy to find off of the Blue Ridge Pkwy.
@BretC4828643 · Camped on Aug 8, 2025 at Campsite #A21
Great weekend in the clouds! Cool temps and quiet nights, well - once everyone around us turned off their generators. I mean come on people, can you NOT watch tv for a couple nights?? Doughton park, youre a little shining star in our eyes! Nice hosts and rangers were glad we were there. See you next year!
@Alexandra11058 · Camped on Jul 25, 2025 at Campsite #B51
Running water, bathrooms were nice and clean, campground was open and private!
@PamF5F26D11900 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #A16
We love Doughton Park! The campground is convenient to hiking and picnicking. The Bluffs restaurant is just a short hike away. And being up on a mountain the summertime temperatures are much lower than on the piedmont.
@KierstenH31FA8 · Camped on Jul 12, 2025 at Campsite #A18
Great views and park. Friendly staff. Will be back.
@DanielG6266400 · Camped on Jul 12, 2025 at Campsite #B39
If you like to camp, this is a good campground. The whole Doughton Recreation area is filled with hiking opportunities. You can hike all over starting from the campground. One trail, Bluff Mountain Trail is only a short 1.5 mile to Bluffs Restaurant where there is definitely something you'll love to eat on the menu. Outside at the restaurant, every 2nd and 4th Sunday, they have live appalachian music from 2 to 4pm at least from April to October. Talk to a park ranger and find out about history, vegetation, any information, they're all very friendly and knowledgeable. Find a map of the hiking trails at the visitor center beside the restaurant and discover a historic cabin amidst rambling creek water or meander through open balds with amazing views. Whatever you decide to do, take your time and enjoy some of the greatest natural beauty in the world.
@RonaldS554E393 · Camped on Jul 2, 2025 at Campsite #A16
Nice, clean and quiet campground. Weather was perfect. Had a great time. Will definitely camp here again.
@RogerH7061222 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #A20
Friendly staff. Park is like a little island surrounded by closed portions of the Parkway. Wonderfuk place to be isolated. Worth the effort of getting there.
@Stephanie43603 · Camped on Jun 22, 2025 at Campsite #A9
Just a very beautiful place! No words!
@DannyS5554075 · Camped on Sep 3, 2024 at Campsite #A19
Located right on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Clean, fairly level sites. Clean restroom. Great hiking from the campground. The Bluffs Restaurant is in hiking distance.
@BetinaB55D35C7 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #B41
There were no campers here, no staff, our tent site was taped off and there was a broken table top across from it. There are road closers on either side of this campground on the Blueridge Parkway making it difficult to get to or away from. :(
@Christoph81424 · Camped on Jun 7, 2024 at Campsite #A16
Park was very clean. Rangers friendly. Campers quiet and respectful of others space.
@JamesT8733204 · Camped on Jun 6, 2024 at Campsite #A19
I think it was the best campground out of the 5 I stopped at on my recent trip. Very well maintained.
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