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Appalachian Pond Campground

Hosted by John · Waynesville, North Carolina
11 units · RV, Tent, Lodging · 40 acres
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Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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Get back to nature at this incredible private campground nestled in the Great Smokey Mountains of Western North Carolina! This tranquil campground offers a peaceful place to unwind while listening to the wonderful sights and sounds of nature at its best! There are 11 unique and cozy campsites to choose from as well as a shower and portable potties. This campground has a pond for fishing and swimming, a creek running along the campsites and is surrounded by the most magnificent and beautiful foliage and wildlife! Prepare to have the most peaceful sleep under the glorious celestial stars of Western North Carolina! *We also have a sink for dishes alongside the shower house as well as a drinkable well water spicket in the back of the campground! *We are also located close to stores for your convenience as well as many nearby attractions! * Please contact us regarding pets before booking… *We recommend checking in before 10 pm…. The property gets really dark and hard to navigate at night without being shown where to go! If for any reason you will be getting here later please inform us upon booking so we can plan for your arrival! *During the months from November to April we cannot guarantee our shower will be operational due to freezing temperatures. However, during warm periods during those months we do have our shower available. If you’re looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of life and return to the simplicity of nature this is your spot! We hope to see you soon!!
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Tent Site 10

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 7
This site is a medium tent site that can comfortably fit two tents. It’s is located right alongside the creek at the back of the campsite. This site is close to the potable pottie as well as the drinking well.
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Tent Site 3

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 3
This is a smaller site great for one tent. It’s a cute nestled in site that sits closest to the facilities located on the right hand side past the pond. Parking will be by the pond but can be driven up to to unload.
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Tent Site 1.

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 7
This is a larger site next to site #2 located upon pulling in on your left hand side. This site is a pull in site that can accommodate multiple tents as well as car campers and has a fire pit. Grills are also available with availability! This site is further away from our back campsites and facilities but is only a short 2 minute walk away! The Appalachian Pond Campground offers a variety of options when it comes to staying on site. If you prefer to rough it and truly become one with nature, you can take advantage of one of the 10 flat campsites nestled amid the trees. These offer the perfect places to set up your tent alone or with the rest of your crew. Three of the sites are big enough for larger groups. The campsites themselves offer a variety of attractive natural views and points of interest. Some overlook the pond while others feature the intriguing sights and sounds of a running brook. All are ringed by towering trees and give you amazing opportunities to enjoy the flora and fauna of this Smoky Mountain region. What amenities do the campsites have?Despite the wilderness settings of these tent spots, they are all conveniently located within 200 feet of the shower house. This gives you convenient access to running water and a way to clean up after exploring the landscape. Your comfort is one of our most important goals. Every campsite comes with a cleared fire pit suitable for gathering around both day and night. Sing campfire songs, roast marshmallows, or enjoy the snap and crackle of an open fire. Please use the firewood provided by the campground hosts only and always maintain proper fire safety practices. None of the campsites come with cooking pots, utensils, lanterns, flashlights, tents, or any other items that you need to stay comfortable in the woods. You must bring in everything yourself and make sure to take it out again when you leave. If you forget anything, a quick trip to a nearby town will help you find everything you need. Can you drive to the campsites?While there are no roads or driveways directly to the campsites, you can get very close in your vehicle. This allows you to unload your tent, backpacks, coolers, and other gear with ease. Then, you must bring your vehicle to the designated parking area while you enjoy walking around the tent sites on foot.
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Tent Site 5

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 7
Located past the pond and showers on the left hand side close to the facilities. This site is very neat located up on a hill and secluded from the other campers. It’s totally cozy and private. This site is a medium size site and can fit 2 tents comfortably. This site can be pulled up to in order to unload but is located upon a hill so a short walk from car uphill is a must unless you have four wheel drive. Parking is located a minute away alongside the pond!
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Tent Site 7

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 10
Adjacent to campsite 6 this is also a large campsite suitable for larger groups. This site is located on the creek and has a portable pottie close.
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Tent Site 6

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 10
This is the only electric site and is suitable for larger groups or car campers. This is a pull up site located alongside the creek. This site is also close to the second portable pottie. Also, close to the drinking well!
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Tent Site 9

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 7
This is a medium site located at the back of the campground atop a small hill to the left right next to the drinking water well! This site comfortably fits two tents! The portable pottie is just across the way!
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Tent Site 2

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Tent pitch · Sleeps 8
This is a larger site next to site #1 located upon pulling in on your left hand side. This site is a pull in site that can accommodate multiple tents as well as car campers and has a fire pit. Grills are also available with availability! This site is further away from our back campsites and facilities but is only a short 2 minute walk away!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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RV Site 1

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Motorhome/tent pitch · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 10 m
This is our first RV Site, it is located across from the pond. It is located across from the pond cottage. This site has a 50 Amp electrical plug. If you have a 30 Amp RV must bring a converter. There is also water included with this site. We do not have sewage on site but we do have a dumping area about 1/3 of mile from your site at the wedding venue barn.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Vehicle Site 2 (Field Site)

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Vehicle pitch · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 12 m
This is a larger pull in site with a fire pit. It is perfect for vans, trailers and automobile campers. It is a long grassy area located in a cleared out field. The view from this site is fantastic. It is located on the right hand side upon entering the campground for easy coming and going. This site is located across from site one and two. It is about a 300 yard walk to the shower house and porta potty. There are no RV hook ups at this site.
Campfires allowed
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Glamping

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The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer

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Train/boxcar · Sleeps 5 · 1 bedroom · 2 beds
Do you want to stay in something unique and different from the rest? Then the glamping trailer is perfect! This is a horse trailer converted into a cute and cozy Appalachian Glamping Trailer! This site has a full sized bed and and a loft bed for a comfortable sleep. It can comfortably fit 4 adults! As well as adults and little ones! This site provides protection from the elements and requires no set up! There is also a microwave, coffee machine, cooking utensils, refrigerator, propane flat top, and grill for your cooking needs. Coffee is provided as well! Camping and glamping combined for a comfortable and unique stay in the beautiful wilderness of the Western North Carolina!
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11 sites

Reviews

97% Recommend170 Ratings · 133 reviews
Recommends
· November 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Tent Site 5
Absolutely loved this place. Had it to ourselves and the hostess was so helpful. Gorgeous land and nice to have shower and power. Has a pond to swim in too if you're in to that. Definitely would recommend and would use again
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Ari M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Group trip ·
The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer
The property was quiet and well maintained. If you want to unplug for a few days then this is definitely the place. Convenient to Maggie Valley, Waynesville and the Blue Rodge Parkway. I really enjoyed our stay! The only improvements I would suggest would be adding Plexiglass to close the glamping trailer in for the colder months so it could potentially be heated by a small electric heater or screening to keep the mosquitoes out during the summer. Our trip was the first freeze of the fall and the trailer got very cold! Luckily we had great sub zero sleeping bags and even a small electric blanket which helped tremendously. The moisture blowing in off the pond is really what made it a little uncomfortable. I have camped with my horses in very similar set ups for years and found these things to be super helpful. This glamping set up has electricity which could make it a little more comfortable for folks who aren't used to the elements. Great place and great hosts! Will definitely stay again.
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Stephanie A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 5
What a great site! The site was fairly private to other sites but the location as a whole was great! Could really disconnect from everything! Great facilities! Will definitely be back!
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Mason B.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Site 7
The site was beautiful and the owners responded quickly to any questions. Will come back!
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Blake S.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
5 m car · Group trip ·
Vehicle Site 2 (Field Site)
The host was great and nice. The view was also great. Very comfy site would 100% recommend if you’re visiting Asheville!!
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Benjamin M.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 1.
This was a good spot for car camping with our kids — lots of room for them to run around and try "fishing" in the pond, nice level spots for our tents, and the convenience of hot running water at the shower house for washing up dishes and hands. We did bring a rolltop table which was super helpful since there's not a picnic table at the site.
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Gray C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
Appalachian Pond Campground
7 m Class C ·
RV Site 1
We had the RV site, which included water and electric. Our pup enjoyed swimming in the little pond just steps away from our site. The campground is small, but clean and quiet. I would just recommend that they trim some of the low hanging tree limbs over the main road. We have a smaller motor home and the limbs scraped the roof and sides as we drove in. Otherwise, our stay was very relaxing and enjoyable.
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John B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Tent Site 5
Beautiful land. Peaceful atmosphere. Would return again.
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Gabriella S.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer
This glamping spot is awesome!!! John & Brandi are incredible hosts. I really needed a couple of nights in cool, fresh mountain air. The beds are super comfortable and the port- a-potty was spotless ( and odor free) !Excellent location. Jump at the chance to book.
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Sheila E F.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 3
My boyfriend and I had a great time tent camping at Appalchian Pond! This was my second time staying there, and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a campsite in the Waynesville area.
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Meagan S.
2 reviews
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· October 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 1.
beautiful spot, kind neighbors, amazing shower pressure
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Mackenzie M.
2 reviews
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· October 2025
The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer
What a unique stay!! John has created an awesome place to stay. The touches he has furnished a horse trailer with made me smile! If you needed it, it was there! He was responsive to all my messages and we'd stay again if we're in the area. Be advised you may need an extra blanket on cold nights! (Altho if I had looked it was probably there!)
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Marion H.
10 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Perfect
3 m campervan ·
Vehicle Site 2 (Field Site)
We loved this place. Our camping area was well groomed, had a beautiful fire pit, nice view and was pretty much private. Would love to go back and check out some of their other sites on property. 🙌🏻
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James B.
3 reviews
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· October 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Tent Site 6
We loved this beautiful spot, complete with a babbling creek right next to our spot! The shower house and the outhouse were both clean and easy to access. There was a gas station and dollar store within 2 miles. The driveway in has a small but steep hill - sedans might need all wheel or 4 wheel drive.
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Sophia F.
4 years on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
Primitive, PLUS conveniences
Tent ·
Tent Site 5
Brandi was very helpful and friendly. She introduced herself, showed me to the campsite, and chatted a bit. There was a noise issue with another campsite, so I texted her about 11 pm, sure that it was too late and she would not see it. However, she texted back in minutes and had resolved the issue. Thank you!!! There are a couple of portas, and a primitive 1 shower setup with LOTS of very hot water. There is also a dual sink on the side of the shower building. There's a very small picturesque pond. This is all the good stuff of primitive camping... PLUS some convenience. It's what I recall camping as a kid. As for campsite #5, it is easily the most secluded and fit our needs perfectly. However, it should be noted that the drive that services it is at a 45ish and you'll need 4WD, new tires, and some driving skill to back up that thing. Otherwise, hike your stuff up the hill and park elsewhere. But nobody will see you up there, at all, EVER! It was easily big enough for our 3 2- man tents, plus had room for our canopy and a fire pit, with some room to walk around. If you need more accessibility, all the others are better for that. No sites have power or any amenities. It's a cleared site, and that's it. I wish we had brought a foldup table for food prep, but we managed with cooler tops. All campsites are fairly level but some attention to orientation will be needed. No dangers that I saw, most trees are fairly young, not much hiking through the brush.
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Steve H.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· October 2025
6 m Class B ·
RV Site 1
The shower was great with instant hot water. Hosts were very helpful and nice. The stone in RV site #1 was too large and not what is typically found for parking RVs so we parked on the grass. The roads into the camping area were quite narrow. The sites were spread out which was nice. Close to Smokey Mountain National Park. Overall it was nice.
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Suzanne C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 1.
Great campsite close to Cataloochie State Park. Close to Dollar General and amenities in Maggie Valley
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James W.
2 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· October 2025
The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer
Overall, we had a good experience. It was clean, comfy, and dry. The coffee pot was not clean, and the shower was less than desirable. The port a john was clean, and close by the camp. Perfect place to stay for relaxing, dry, affordable sleep.
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Melony A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Hammock camping at site 10
Tent ·
Tent Site 10
Great site, especially for hammock camping. The host was helpful and responsive.
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Mike S.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Tent Site 10
Very pretty campsite and a great location as well very close to the national park.
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Owen C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
With pets ·
The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer
Roomy, comfortable and wonderful views and privacy. Access to bath house was close by. Almost everything you could want or need.
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Ray R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Beautiful little campground
9 m travel trailer · With kids ·
RV Site 1
Beautiful campground! We had a really peaceful and enjoyable stay. The only difficulty was getting our 30’ trailer in through the gate. It ended up working out fine, but is not easy for beginner trailer towers (which I am). I think more experienced drivers will do just fine.
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Karen T.
3 reviews
Not recommend
· September 2025
Terrible experience.
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Site 3
Our campsite was tiny, so they combined it with campsite #4 which was a place to park the car. There was no flat area for a tent or our table so slept on a slope and cooked on a slope. Other sites looked much better. In addition, they allow campers to arrive at any hour of the night. So at 3:30 am a car pulls up next to our site, headlights directly on our tent, and for the next hour people are setting up at campsite #5, banging their car door, lighting a huge fire, and staying awake the rest of the morning. So we got to sleep till 3:30, and that was about it; gone was the peaceful night of camping. We had two nights reserved, but we left, and we'll never go back.
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John C.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Beautiful, friendly campspot
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 6
We had a great time (short camping trip from Asheville)! Hosts were very accommodating - we had some issues driving to our original spot and they instantly provided us an easier location. Our kids had a great time - open space for running around, swimming and fishing in the pond. Hope to make it back.
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Shamla S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
With kids ·
The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer
Beautiful and serene spot. Exactly what we were looking for. Our 3 kids had a great night of sleep on high bed (ages 8,6,4). My wife and I loved the space and hope to return soon.
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David S.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Tent Site 7
Great campsite, I already was a return visitor, and nothing with that will change
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Zachary L.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 10
Loved camping here !! The campground was so natural and gorgeous - exactly what I was looking for. the creek at the back of our campground (Site 10) was a beautiful little trickle to listen to at night. The groundskeepers were so kind over message and made us feel very comfortable. Gravel roads are a bit steep and bumpy to drive down (not an issue for us or any suv) but just in case you think your car couldn’t handle that. site was about an hour drive from the south end of great smoky mountain national park, but i loved the site here so much it wasn’t an issue. would 100% camp here again !
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Ella R.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Site 1.
The site was just what we hoped for. Tent Site 1 was large enough for both our vehicles, and private enough for our dogs to have some space to relax. The port a potty was clean, site was clean, and the camp hosts were quick to respond to questions. Great location for primitive camping!
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Brianne O.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 3
Super clean and well maintained porta potties and a very hot shower where the gems of this campsite!
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Chris B.
5 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Birthday Bonanza at the Red Roof!
With pets ·
The “Red Roof” Glamping Trailer
Coming from our home and the home of Studio Blynne ceramic studio in Woodfin, we had an amazing day at the Ten Acre Garden in Canton, teaching a workshop, and got to just keep driving! Landing at the Red Roof on Appalachian Pond Campground was everything we needed!!! We got to just flop in and have a place set up and ready that still kind of felt like camping for the kiddos, one of which was celebrating his second birthday!!! It rained hard. Due to the great setup and attention to tarping etc, we had light and dry area and got to make s’mores on the provided camping burners. Our 4yo LOVED the loft bed and us parents very much appreciated the coffee maker and everything we needed to make that first thing in the morning! We got to see bullfrogs, explore the creek and campsites, have a few great meals among a fantastic selection considering proximity to both Maggie Valley AND Waynesville, and we can’t wait to come back soon!!!!
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Ben C.
5 months on Hipcamp

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Waynesville, Haywood, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by John L.

Joined in October 2020
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