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Smoky Mtn Mangalitsa River Ranch

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· Waynesville, Haywood, North Carolina

95 acres hosted by Catherine And Rick T.

1 lodging site · 11 RV/tent sites

Best in North Carolina: 2nd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Private sites

97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Voted 2nd in NC!! We are a Mangalitsa farm in The Smoky Mountains of western NC. The entire property is oriented toward private farmland views, a half mile of river and surrounding mountains. It's really quite remarkable to be so accessible yet feel so remote! Come swim, fish, cook and play! Check out www.smokymtnriverranch.com for more information. PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles in your group. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate and admits 4 campers. WE CHARGE FOR ADDITIONAL CARS. The charge will be added to your booking once you select the number of vehicles at checkout. Please note that each additional car admits four campers. For EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people, YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this PLEASE message me prior to booking. Our 95-acre farm was once owned by the Davis family who predominantly raised dairy cattle. We now raise the wooly Mangalitsa pig and sell to the best chefs and restaurants. We sell our pork at the farm too! All of our campsites are next to running water except the two hilltop sites. Two porta-potties are on the farm and private porta-potties are available for rent. Groups of eight or more are required to rent a porta potty should you not bring your own toilet system with you. We do not allow the use of our small wooded areas as toilets. Please review the Extras options as we offer river lifts, firewood and dog stays; thank you! Quiet hours are from 10pm to 9am. Checking in before 5 pm is requested. Later times may be available with prior arrangements. Our farm is very dark and navigating at night is difficult. Please contact Catherine directly so you can be checked in safely and accommodate your schedule. NO CHECK-INS AFTER DARK. We are 1 mile off of I 40, 17 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, 15 min. to Maggie Valley, 10 min to the Elk at Cataloochee, 25 min to Cataloochee ski area, 10 min to Lake Junaluska and 15 min to downtown Waynesville. Asheville is 20 miles to our East.

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1193 ratings · 611 reviews

Mary W.recommends

May 14, 2024

Site 1 Rocks

Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa River Ranch is truly a unique experience. Catherine and Rick have created a welcoming environment for their guests in a stunning landscape that is testimony to their extraordinary stewardship. From the soothing sounds of the Pigeon River to the morning fog rising over the hills, their little slice of paradise is a can’t-miss stop that will make your heart smile long after you depart. We will return.

Julian B.recommends

May 14, 2024

Site 1 Rocks

The Best of Hipcamp

I've Hipcamped well over 150 times and Mangalitsa River Ranch is hands down one of the best—if not the best—Hipcamping experiences I've ever had. Posting up right on the river (where I was able to fly fish steps away from my campsite) was magical. The rolling hills and scenery were wonderful. The hosts so incredibly kind and welcoming. I can't wait to to visit again the next time I'm visiting Asheville, NC.

Megg W.recommends

May 13, 2024

10 Overlook

What an amazing camping spot. You have incredible mountain views, beautiful farm, picturesque river for fishing . We enjoyed every minute here. Catherine and Rick you have quite a gem of a spot, thank you for sharing! We highly recommend anyone looking for a peaceful spot.

Jill R.recommends

May 12, 2024

Site 3 Rapids

We enjoyed our stay at the Rapids site! Dreamy scenery and a very welcoming host!

Melissa K.recommends

May 12, 2024

Site 7 Meadow

New favorite spot from a local!!! We really loved meeting Catherine who was so sweet and informative from the get go. Our spot was very secluded and hearing the sound of the creek at night was awesome. Really looking forward to coming back and trying out one of the spots along the river so I can fly fish!

Jessica B.recommends

May 12, 2024

Site 5 Heisman's

Highly recommended

This place is a little piece of heaven! 10/10 HIGHLY recommend this place!

Location

Waynesville, Haywood, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Miccosukee First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Catherine And Rick T.Joined in January 2021

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