Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Fontana Dam, NC
Nestled in the scenic backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains, Fontana Dam, NC, offers an array of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. RV campers will appreciate the well-equipped Fontana Village Resort, featuring full hook-up sites surrounded by lush forests and the serene Fontana Lake, ideal for water recreation. Tent campers can enjoy the picturesque setting at the nearby Smathers Campground, where sites are positioned along a babbling creek and provide close access to hiking trails leading to breathtaking mountain vistas. For those seeking a more rugged experience, dispersed camping opportunities abound in the surrounding Nantahala National Forest, allowing for secluded spots amidst towering trees and stunning views. With the elevation of the region providing cooler temperatures and abundant wildlife, every camping experience here is complemented by the rich sounds of nature. Whether you pitch a tent, park your RV, or venture into the wild, camping near Fontana Dam is an unforgettable adventure waiting to be discovered.
Smokemont Campground is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina (1 hr 17 min west of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,198 feet. There are a total of 142 campsites. The campground is open all year. 137 sites can accommodate RVs between 21 and 200 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 2 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, restroom, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cades Cove Campground is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (1 hr 7 min southeast of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 1,807 feet. There are a total of 161 campsites including 27 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 130 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 2 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, general store, restroom, amphitheater, ice, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Thunder Rock Campground is located in the Ocoee Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (40 min east of Cleveland, TN) with an elevation of 1,156 feet. There are a total of 38 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 34 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $12.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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