Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Silvacola, TN
Nestled in the scenic beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, Silvacola, TN, offers a wealth of camping options that cater to every adventurer's needs, from RV enthusiasts to tent campers and those seeking the tranquility of dispersed camping. For RV lovers, the nearby Cades Cove Campground provides full amenities amidst breathtaking views and abundant wildlife, making it the perfect base for exploring the lush landscapes and diverse trails. Tent campers can find peace at the Elkmont Campground, renowned for its easy access to pristine streams and the enchanting glow of fireflies during summer, creating a magical atmosphere under the stars. For those preferring a more remote experience, the expansive National Forest surrounding Silvacola hosts numerous dispersed camping spots that allow for a true back-to-nature experience, where the sounds of rustling leaves and chirping crickets are your only company. The geography surrounding Silvacola boasts rolling hills, rich forests, and stunning vistas, perfect for hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. No matter your camping style, Silvacola ensures that outdoor enthusiasts have a memorable and refreshing escape in this tranquil Tennessee haven.
Little Oak Campground is located in the Watauga Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (43 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 1,773 feet. There are a total of 65 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $12.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Natural Tunnel Campground is part of Natural Tunnel State Park in Virginia (39 min northwest of Kingsport, TN) with an elevation of 1,315 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites including 18 cabins. The campground is open all year. 41 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 38 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 34 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $386.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Cardens Bluff Campground is located in the Watauga Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (32 min east of Johnson City, TN) with an elevation of 2,031 feet. There are a total of 40 campsites including 36 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. 4 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $12.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Dennis Cove Campground is located in the Watauga Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (40 min east of Johnson City, TN) with an elevation of 2,620 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid 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. Fees range from $10.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Backbone Rock Campground is located in the Watauga Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest (49 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 2,238 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 90 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 $10.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, rock climbing.
Fox Creek Horse Camp is located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 6 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 3,445 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. Max equipment length is 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $5.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding.
Old Virginia Group Horse Camp is located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 10 min east of Bristol, TN) with an elevation of 3,515 feet. The site is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. Prices start at $50.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding.
Hungry Mother Campground is part of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia (1 hr 11 min southwest of Bluefield, WV) with an elevation of 2,617 feet. There are a total of 113 campsites including 35 cabins. The campground is open all year. 67 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 67 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $343.00.
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is located in the Appalachian Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 3 min northeast of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,760 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 34 sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 3 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.
Raccoon Branch Campground is located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest (1 hr 13 min southwest of Bluefield, WV) with an elevation of 3,341 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 5 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $27.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Harmon Den Horse Campground is located in the Appalachian Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (59 min northwest of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,895 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May 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. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Warrior Creek Campground in Wilkes County is located 55 min north of Hickory, NC with an elevation of 1,033 feet. There are a total of 63 campsites including 8 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. 55 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 33 and 145 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. 61 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $85.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, amphitheater. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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