Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Carson Mill, NC
Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Carson Mill, NC, offers an array of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. For RV travelers, the nearby Lake James State Park features spacious, well-maintained campsites equipped with modern amenities, all set against stunning lake views and the backdrop of lush forests. Tent campers can explore the beautiful Pisgah National Forest, where numerous designated campsites allow for a more immersive experience in nature, complete with hiking trails that lead to breathtaking waterfalls and panoramic mountain vistas. Dispersed camping is also an option for those seeking solitude, particularly in the remote sections of the Uwharrie National Forest, where adventurers can pitch their tents among towering pines and serene lakes. The region’s rich biodiversity, coupled with opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching, makes Carson Mill a camping paradise. Whether you're in an RV, setting up a tent, or venturing into the wilderness, Carson Mill, NC, promises an unforgettable outdoor experience in the heart of the Carolinas.
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.
Elkmont Campground is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (1 hr 17 min southeast of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 2,150 feet. There are a total of 211 campsites including 51 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid March to the end of November. 160 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 12 and 54 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. 3 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, amphitheater, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Anthony Creek Horse Camp is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (1 hr 7 min southeast of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 2,074 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to mid November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
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.
Elkmont Group Camp is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (1 hr 17 min southeast of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 2,158 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the end of October. 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. Fees range from $38.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Cheoah Point Campground is located in the Cheoah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 42 min south of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 2,000 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites including 17 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 6 sites can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 6 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $25.00. Some amenities include shower, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Jackrabbit Mountain Campground is located in the Tusquittee Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 29 min north of Gainesville, GA) with an elevation of 1,919 feet. There are a total of 92 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 128 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. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Indian Boundary Campground is located in the Tellico Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (1 hr 36 min south of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 1,839 feet. There are a total of 86 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the beginning of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 26 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Rattler Ford Group Campground is located in the Cheoah Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 51 min south of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 2,076 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Max equipment length is 30 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. Prices start at $75.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Smokemont Group Camp is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina (1 hr 15 min west of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,235 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $50.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Standing Indian Campground is located in the Nantahala Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 46 min north of Gainesville, GA) with an elevation of 3,381 feet. There are a total of 77 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 74 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Cheoah Point Cabin 1 is located in the Nantahala Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 27 min west of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 3,896 feet. The site is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Prices start at $40.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, marina. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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