Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.
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Dogwood Daze
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86% Recommend85 Ratings · 69 reviews
Overall, it was a rough one. Dogs in the same property were barking all through the night, pretty much non stop. My dog was a bit uneasy about it. Neither I or the other campers got much sleep at all. Fishbowl effect a bit unnervy. Cool scenery though. Wandering Great Dane woulda been nice to know about beforehand
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Chase C.
2 reviews
The host communicated well in advance. When we arrived at the location, it was very hard to find a flat spot. Most of the land is a slight decline that poses enough of an issue when sleeping in a tent. The firepit was also the same. A picnic table was provided but due to the grade of the land all parties had to stand up from the table when someone left as to not tip the table was over. We had our laughs about it. The portapotty needs some cleaning maintenance. The biggest issue was the dogs in the nearby homes. They barked nonstop during the day and at night. It sounded like 6 hound dogs in one area barking for hours in the middle of the night. This was just one set of dogs. Lots of dogs barked all day and all night. We were extremely tired due to lack of sleep. I will say that this was not the owner’s dogs so I don’t know what they could have done about it. However, owners did let dogs out at night at dinner time, so you did have to watch your food you were cooking. Don’t get me wrong. We are dog lovers but the noise was insane. The setting and experience in general was an obstacle and definitely not one with nature and quietness. I found myself apologizing to my family more than once for my choice.
Carisa M.
10 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
Nice spot to set up a tent even with a last minute booking. Good parking and access to facilities.
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Max H.
2 years on Hipcamp
I enjoyed camping on this property .The price and location are a big plus . The water pump works great . The fire wood burns well . The dogs and neighborhood were charming . The sloped lot makes setting up a tent a challenge so do it carefully . The shower stall was a great place to use my buckets of water to wash myself . It might work sometimes ?
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Eric K.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2025
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
The whole site was on a hill that made our sleeping bags shift towards the end of the tent anytime we adjusted. There were dogs barking all night and then their roosters crowed in the early morning. The pit toilet was on the cleaner side and the water was good too.
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James N.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
The owners were personable and the site was neat and clean. Nice having the shower available.
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Garry B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
3 m campervan ·
Dogwood Daze
Dogwood Daze was a beautiful spot to stay in our truck camper for the night! We live in rural Appalachia so we felt right at home with the roosters crowing in the morning. If you're not used to it, bring earplugs! Had everything we needed for a great price.
Peter M.
3 reviews
Amazing spot! Excellent location and amenities. Thankful for the safe parking, outhouse and shower availability, fire pit and nice stretch of land to relax on. Would absolutely recommend this for any campervan or tent traveler!
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John T.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
The hosts are lovely people! The property is nice and big and their animals are too cute. Plenty of free firewood too!
Kailey G.
3 reviews
It's a little tricky to find your way to the actual site, especially after dark, but if you follow the signs and the pictures she's posted on HipCamp, you shouldn't struggle much.
I parked at the edge of the embankment in the flattest area I could find (near the large tree once you first enter the open area of the driveway). There are nice views, but you're also somewhat between many distant dwellings. For me, this is no issue. The people who live here never stared long or bothered me in any way. I adventured during most of the morning and day and returned in the evening to relax and sleep.
They offer free firewood and a nice campfire area, with a grill and picnic table. There's also a shower house (closed when it's too cold), an outhouse, and a garbage can. I will stay here again if I return to the area.
Marcus B.
8 reviews
This was an absolutely beautiful camping spot! There were not a lot of flat places but that is to be expected for camping in the mountains. This is a REALLY good deal, especially as someone from out of town who doesn't have a lot of money but still wants a safe place to land. I was passing through late at night and Lisa was a prompt and a friendly communicator, even though I booked very last minute. It's a privilege to be hosted in Appalachia. Thanks for having me <3
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Storm W.
13 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
It was a lil hard to find, a sign pointing to the right spot would’ve helped. Ended up on someone else’s property. It was extremely peaceful once we got to the right spot
Brennon C.
3 reviews
It’s got everything you need! Peaceful and Appalachian country. Lisa was a great host! Advising and answering any questions you may have. I’ve read reviews complaining about spots not bring flat. Well ya’ll, it’s in the mountains… place your heads in the direction of the incline, you’ll sleep A OK. Roosters in the morning are absolutely faint and pleasant. Solar shower was refreshing. If you are an experienced camper, looking for a sweet spot by surround trails/parks, this is for you! Can’t beat the price! Would stay again. If spacious and you aren’t crowded up in the RV parks. Again, if you are looking for everything under the sun, just rent a room. Side note: if you go to the National Park lookouts and complain about their compost bathrooms, go home. Appalachia is beautiful and so are the locals. Respect it. Thanks Lisa! Pup friendly as well.
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Je'cee B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
Great spot, super convenient for the national park nearby! Arrived in the dark, not hard to find at all if you follow the directions! Camped during a thunderstorm and the stay was still great!
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Erin D.
24 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
5 m car ·
Dogwood Daze
It's a great place to stay and relax, the family is warm and welcoming
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Michael M.
16 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
I enjoyed the campgrounds and would go back. Lisa's property is in a beautiful place and her and her mate were very helpful and even came and got us when we were lost
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Rick M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
As two women traveling alone with their dog, we felt pretty safe here. Directions were precise and location was easy to find. If you know how to properly set up your tent and position your bedding on a slight incline, then you'll do just fine. If you don't know how to drive your car up a slight inclined gravel road, you may find yourself having some difficulties. Also, if you expect 100% silence then this properly isn't the best place for you. Living in the county, I'm used to all farm animal sounds and barking dogs (the morning symphony of roosters and dogs is the norm for us). Plenty of wood was available for use. There is a solar shower, but we didn't use it since we didn't stay long (and we left out earlier than planned the following morning since I experienced a heatstroke from hiking in another area - we made sure to let host know why we were late getting back to camp so they wouldn't worry). If we're ever in the area again, we'll definitely stay.
Laura G.
6 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2024
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
A nice place with nice people but as others have said, there’s no flat ground.
John E.
10 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
Directions and check-in instructions were very clear! We had a great stay and felt very welcome and comfortable. There were lots of bugs so bring your bugspray!
Gabrielle B.
6 reviews
Recommends
· March 2024
4 m pop-up camper ·
Dogwood Daze
Exactly what you should expect for a cheap place in rural Appalachia. Nice people. Left me alone. Good spots.
If you pronounce it “App a lay cha” it’s probably not for you. If you say “App a la cha” it’s probably right up your alley.
Evan B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· December 2023
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
Lisa is a joy, great at communicating and so accommodating. Plus the spot is perfect!
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Kaia T.
2 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· December 2023
4 m pop-up camper ·
Dogwood Daze
Poor signage. Loud dogs, spotlights from surrounding houses. No level ground. Tight turnaround.
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Michael R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2023
5 m car ·
Dogwood Daze
Lisa was so kind and thoughtful! The temperatures dropped to the 20s during my stay. Lisa reached out to check on me and offered me extra blankets and the opportunity to sleep in one of the empty campers on her site so I couod stay warm.
She is extremely hospitable and her space is the perfect location to access the Smokies and the surrounding towns. For the price, you can't beat the location or the offered amenities.
I would highly recommend and would certainly stay at Dogwood Daze again :)
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Melissa W.
5 years on Hipcamp
Like others have said it is hilly but you are in the mountains and the dogs did bark upon arrival. Even with that it was a clean and quiet place to stay overnight. Water is available along with a porta pot and a solar shower. She offers games to loan and offers a “honor system” snack and drinks. Would stay again while traveling through.
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Pam S.
2 reviews
The land itself was very pretty and well taken care of. I recommend to any one visiting to bring ear plugs , the dogs in the surrounding yards barked for several hours, the neighbors were talking very loud past midnight and then I was woken by loud roosters around 5 or 6 am. If I had brought ear plugs it would have been much more pleasant. I did appreciate the facilities and fire wood.
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Sarah T.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2023
Tent ·
Dogwood Daze
Perfect spot for a night of camping, after exploring the Smokies. Free wood, easy to find, a little slanted, but hey... You're on a mountain, everything is slanted. Perfect spot for stargazing and having a fire. Perfect spot, for the perfect price.
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Life I.
2 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· June 2023
Tent · With pets ·
Dogwood Daze
Very hilly, expected in the hills but was tuff to find a good tent spot. Lots of barking dogs from the neighbors. Host was nice and easy to deal with. Property was clean and plenty of ree firewood which was nice.
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Regan Z.
2 years on Hipcamp
Land was quiet and pretty but not sure where you're actually supposed to park and sleep. Nowhere on the property is level if you car, tent, or RV parking. Not fun spending the night on a slope. Porta John had maggots all over sleep. $15 is cheap but I'd honestly rather splurge and spend the $30 at a nearby RV park
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Nicolas S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2023
7 m campervan ·
Dogwood Daze
Great place to camp! We only stayed one short night on a road trip through the area so we didn’t get a chance to use all the amenities. Level ground is difficult to find if you are sleeping in your vehicle so don’t forget your leveling blocks like I did.
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Cody F.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2023
Tent · With kids ·
Dogwood Daze
Amazing hosts! Great campsite. They provided fire wood even though it was pouring rain and I did get a fire lit! A gorgeous part of the country and we will be back for sure!
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Matthew P.
3 reviews
Location
Cherokee, Jackson, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Lisa M.
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