Camping near Banner Elk, North Carolina

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Camping near Banner Elk

The Banner Elk area offers everything from private outdoor hideaways to family-friendly campgrounds.

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Blue Bear Mountain Camp
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Blue Bear Mountain Camp
46 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents150 acres · Boone, NCBlue Bear Mountain Camp offers year-round camping experiences for every type of outdoor enthusiast. Car-accessible tent and RV sites in a natural setting. Hike-in sites for those looking for a little more adventure and privacy. Stargazer Domes and Cabin rentals for guests wanting a rustic, mountain getaway while staying in comfort. Located just 8 miles north of Boone, NC on over 150 acres of pristine mountain land, miles of hiking trails, a trout pond, and spacious low-density sites allow the guest to get away from it all in a rustic, remote setting. In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. At 4,000 feet elevation, come enjoy cool mountain breezes and mild temperatures. Blue Bear Mountain is a scenic location for large events such as weddings, corporate events, and family reunions. Come Get away from it all at Blue Bear Mountain! Blue Bear Mountain offers spacious, Low-Density RV camping, spacious, private, rustic car-accessible tent camping, and spacious, private remote tent camping. Blue Bear Mountain also offers luxury Stargazer Domes and Cabin rentals to provide you with more choices of how to experience your mountain getaway. In a beautiful mountain setting with incredible views, the Stargazer Domes are a great way to enjoy the camping experience without really roughing it. Great for a romantic getaway or bringing the family. Furnished with a queen size bed, complete with high-quality linens, a bistro table, and chairs, you will stay in complete comfort. Conveniently located near the bathhouse with private bathrooms, a Laundry room, and a dishwashing station. You can drive right up to the handcrafted stargazer dome. Relax and take in the views while sitting around your stone fire ring. A park grill, picnic table, and free bundle of firewood are also provided to complete your glamping getaway.
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Camp faith
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Camp faith
21 sites · Lodging, Tents81 acres · Butler, TNCamp Faith is a new Faith-based campground located in Northeast Tennessee, in a small town called Butler. There are 81 acres to explore during your stay. So far, there are 5 primitive cabins as well as a 2 bedroom 1-1/2 bath cottage. We plan on building more as the campground grows. There will be 11 rv sites with full hook-ups very soon. There are several primitive tent sites thru out, many of which are creek side. Only 5 minutes from Sugar Hollow Retreat.
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Plumtree Campground FHU RV Sites
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Plumtree Campground FHU RV Sites
14 sites · RVs78 acres · Crossnore, NCPlumtree Campground and Retreat is an off-the-beaten-path property for hikers, bikers (pedal and e-bike), campers, adventurers, parkway goers, mountain lovers, fisherman, and skiers/snowboarders.The property has a formerly used zip line recreation area. Relics remain, with zip lines and bridges still running through the tree canopy and an old climbing wall. These aren’t currently in use, and cannot be explored, but they add a wonderland-like quality to the land. Other features that can be used: a sliding rock waterfall which is a short hike within the campground property, moderate trails for hiking, and mountain biking running from the waterfall through the back of the property (these trails are mountainous, so please enter at your own risk), fruit trees, blueberry bushes, small trout pond, a playground, and an open meadow for star gazing.You are welcome to explore all these features, but please be mindful and respectful of residents and guests, do not enter or explore the greenhouses or gardens, and remain aware that this is mountainous terrain with inherent risks.This is a rustic property in the forest, centrally located to all the area has to offer. Privately run, we offer a variety of lodging options.
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Private Log Cabin built in 1937 is now a bed & breakfast experience with river view and mountain view.
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Nolichuckey Bluffs Cozy Campsites
12 sites · Lodging, RVs30 acres · Greeneville, TNNestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains near historic Greeneville, Tennessee, Nolichuckey Bluffs Bed & Breakfast Campsites & Cabins is a wonderful place to just get away from it all and escape into nature. Campsites are private and secluded with vistas overlooking the river and mountains. Cabins are cozy with first-class amenities and East Tennessee hospitality. The fully equipped pet friendly cabins offer breathtaking views of the Nolichuckey River and mountains. Breakfast is available upon request and for a fee. Make a reservation or pick up a jam and jelly made from berries right here on the property. Your furry friends are our furry friends but we do require a special reservation and fee for them. So please let us know about them before you arrive. Whether you're looking for a weekend get-away, a place to hold a family reunion, a wedding, a church retreat, or a small business conference, Nolichuckey Bluffs can accommodate your needs.
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Emberglow Outdoor Resort
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Emberglow Outdoor Resort
52 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents77 acres · Mill Spring, NCCome enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends in the rolling hills of Western North Carolina at Emberglow Outdoor Resort. We’ve assembled one-of-a-kind lodging options on 72 acres in a beautiful private valley, complete with spring-fed creeks and a night sky of a billion stars.We’re conveniently situated between Asheville, Charlotte, Greenville, and Columbia. Get a closer look at the beautiful Emberglow Outdoor Resort property in our photo galleries and book now to experience it for yourself. An elevated camping experience nestled in the Blue Ridge Foothills of Western NC.A CONVENIENT ESCAPELocated near Lake Lure, a less than 2-hour drive from Charlotte, Greenville, Columbia, and Asheville, we offer our guests a convenient escape from the commotion of the weekly grind.UNIQUE LODGING OPTIONSPick your unique lodging experience or bring your own. Yurts, AirStreams, Treehouses, and more are available for rent or park your RV or pitch a tent in one of our beautiful campsites.OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONSThere are endless outdoor activities and attractions in nearby Lake Lure, or you can take advantage of our resort-quality amenities without ever leaving the property.At Emberglow, you can play outside on your own terms, limit your travel time, and disconnect from the daily hamster wheel. Our mission is to deliver to our guests an exceptional place to enjoy the great outdoors with a variety of comfortable lodging options and unique amenities. Book your stay today! EXPLORE OUR Unique LodgingChoose from more than 20 memorable lodging options or set up your own in one of our fully-equipped RV or tent sites, all with access to our resort-quality amenities.• Vintage Campers• Treehouses• Tiny Homes• Yurts• Glamping Pods• Chalet• Safari Tent• Primitive Tree Houses• RV Rental Trailers• RV Sites• Primitive Tent SitesON-SITE AMENITIESA resort-quality pool awaits you to kick your feet up. Take on the family in sand volleyball or hit the hiking trails. Emberglow’s premium on-site amenities are just the start of your vacation possibilities.• Resort Quality Pool• Hiking/Biking Trails• Dog Park• Pedal Kart Rentals• Free Wifi• The Jump Pad• Sand Volleyball• Bicycle Rentals (Adult + Youth Sizes)• Sport Fields• Community Fire Pit• GaGa Ball Pit• Playground
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Paint Rock Farm Glamping
10 sites · Lodging, Tents162 acres · Hot Springs, NCPaint Rock Farm provides an including, nourishing experience to reconnect with nature, ourselves, and each other for healing and transformation. Join us to experience WNC's finest glamping destination! Each glamping unit is uniquely and beautifully furnished, nestled on 160 acres of private land. Named after Paint Rock and the Cherokee Paint Rock Clan (the healers and medicine clan of the Cherokee) Paint Rock is a peaceful private farm encompassing 30 acres of meadow and 130 acres of private conservation forest, adjacent to the French Broad River and surrounded by national forest. A restored barn offers all guests a space to gather, relax, enjoy meals together or meet new friends around the fire. Guests have access to the community kitchen inside the barn, large community fire pit, heated bathhouse, outdoor showers, and miles of meadow and forest trails to explore. We are located 7 miles from the town of Hot Springs, famous for a natural hot spring spa and a plethora of outdoor adventures including the spectacular Appalachian Trail. Several dining options are also available in the area.
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Mountain View Acres
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Mountain View Acres
9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Flat Rock, NCMake some memories at this unique and family-friendly place. Completely remodeled January of 2022. Our cabin sits on 20 acres with beautiful mountain views. Away from the hustle and bustle, but only 30 minutes to Asheville, and close to shopping, restaurants, hiking, rafting, waterfalls, and much, much more! Enjoy getting away as a couple, or with the kids. Just steps away from our game room with pool, ping pong, foos ball, air hockey, darts, and exercise room. Come pet the animals! This 1 room cabin includes 1 King bed, pullout queen sofa, large comfy chair, dining table for 4, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, grill, picnic table, fire pit, cooking essentials, towels, and linens. This cabin is next to a bathhouse. There is a mens and womens restroom. Both restrooms are equipped with 6 showers, 4 stalls, and 8 sinks. You will have complete access to restrooms and showers. You will also have access to the gameroom and exercise room. Across from the cabin is a large pasture and our animals.
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Ash Grove Cabins and Camping
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Ash Grove Cabins and Camping
25 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents14 acres · Brevard, NCNature Revives the Spirit! We believe the sights and sounds of nature - not those of the next guest, will help our guests achieve this ideal. Trees, flowering mountain laurel and rhododendron help to screen sites from one another, adding to a feeling of privacy and peace. So, revive your spirit in one of our forest walk-to tent sites, shady, drive-to tent or RV sites, quirky shelters, or fully furnished rustic mountain cabins. Located in the heart of "The Land of Waterfalls", we have more than 250 waterfalls within 30 minutes of Ash Grove. Centrally located between DuPont State Forest, Pisgah National Forest and Gorges State Park, we offer the perfect basecamp for outdoor enthusiasts wanting to hike, bike, ride horses, fish, kayak, paddle or even visit our local breweries! As we like to tell our guests, Ash Grove is located 15 minutes away from Awesomeness in every direction!
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Pisgah Riverbend
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Pisgah Riverbend
30 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Brevard, NCThis property is situated on 50 acres, surrounded by private property with views of the nearby Pisgah National Forest and a 10 minute drive to DuPont State Forest. Campsites are adjacent to the French Broad River. Excellent fishing and boating. It is heavily populated by deer and other wildlife. For this reason, dogs must be kept on a leash. Due to the property proximity to the river and situated in floodway, the sites are subject to flooding during heavy rain events. Voluntary and/or mandatory evacuation may be necessary during any reservation due to high waters or forecast for high water events. If evacuation is necessary, unused portions of reservation will be refunded. Campers are advised to be self-sufficient with water, bath, and toilet facilities. We do provide a port a potty and firewood is for sale. Campsites are situated along the river edge. Embankments are steep and near deep water. Although not prohibited, we discourage children as constant supervision is a must to avoid serious injury due to natural hazards. If you are floating in from the French Broad River the recommended take out is located at 35.24007° N, -82.69972° W. See images in our photos for the posted Riverbend sign for where to take out.
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Ararat river at campsite where kids and dogs enjoy a swim. Opposite of river is so beautiful and in its natural state and absent of humans!
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Carl’s Campsites - Riverside
10 sites · Tents58 acres · Pilot Mountain, NCBEST KEPT SECRET IN PILOT MOUNTAIN!! Small wooded camping area on the Ararat river in beautiful Pilot Mountain on Private Land! 6 riverfront sites for tents and 4 set back about 60 ft from river. There is parking at the sites, and four wheel drive absolute MUST! There is also availability to camp on total of 58 acres owned by Carl’s Campsites. Rustic camping with Bucket toilets and solar showers available. No ATVs. Campers expected to be environmentally respectful. Trash in Large cans with bags and pickup provided by Host. Fire pit, hammock, and picnic tables at each river site. Swimming, hiking of property permitted. Liability Waiver to cover each camper provided at check-in required. Pilot Mountain State Park, Hanging Rock, and MANY wineries close by. Lots of hiking in this area! Hanging Rock is a great place to explore, with a lake and swimming for reasonable price and picnic areas in the park. We are also 20 minutes from Mt Airy, fictitious home of Mayberry.
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Rock Bottom Horse Camp
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Rock Bottom Horse Camp
18 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Ewing, VALearn more about this land:Our farm is beautifully located adjacent to the Cumberland Gap National Historic Park. The White Rocks trailhead is within walking distance and is a very popular for both horseback riding and hiking. The campsite has a great view of the White Rocks and is located just a few minutes from Hwy 58 making it a convenient stop if traveling through. The campsite is equine friendly, bring your horse trailer and stay the night after a long ride.
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Pond in the Creek with Moth edges
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Creekside Woodland Wild Acres
9 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Waxhaw, NC(Electric 50-30-20 AMP, Water, and Septic grey water hookups provided at each RV campsite) Experience the serenity of nature at Creekside Woodland Wild Acres, our stunning 25-acre property nestled in the heart of the woods with a tranquil creek running through. Just a short drive from Charlotte, NC, this unique and picturesque campground offers an unparalleled opportunity to escape the city and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the region. Our well-maintained campsites are spread throughout the property, offering privacy and seclusion for a truly peaceful and rejuvenating retreat. Each campsite comes equipped with a fire pit, and we provide firewood so that you can enjoy cozy night-time campfires during your stay. In addition to camping, there are hiking trails around the property that provide a great opportunity to explore its natural beauty. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a beginner, there's a trail for everyone. And with plenty of other nearby outdoor activities available, such as fishing and biking, you'll never run out of things to do. Whether you prefer traditional camping or glamping, we have a range of options to suit all needs and preferences. After a day of adventure, relax by the campfire under the stars and let the soothing sounds of the creek lull you to sleep. Book your stay at Creekside Woodland Wild Acres today and experience the magic of nature firsthand. Downtown Waxhaw, NC, less than 10 minutes from our campground, is surrounded by a wealth of historical landmarks, popular places to visit, and enticing restaurants. History enthusiasts can explore the Museum of the Waxhaws, which showcases the region's rich heritage. Just a short drive away, you'll find the historic Brattonsville, a living history museum that offers a glimpse into the daily life of early settlers. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Carolina Thread Trail offers scenic hiking and biking trails, while Cane Creek Park provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and picnicking. When it comes to dining, Waxhaw boasts a variety of popular restaurants. Enjoy mouthwatering barbecue at Lancaster's BBQ, savor delectable Southern cuisine at Provisions Waxhaw, or indulge in farm-to-table delights at Maxwell's Tavern. For a unique culinary experience, visit the Waxhaw Creamery and enjoy delicious homemade ice cream. Overall, Waxhaw and its surroundings offer a perfect blend of history, outdoor adventure, and gastronomic delights for visitors to enjoy. NOTE: Host/Property Owner's Family live on site. Verizon and AT&T Wireless have strong signals, while T-Mobile is very patchy. But if you are looking to get away, turn them OFF. If you absolutely need to keep in touch, Wi-Fi is available - ask management for a password, although it won't reach all over the property.
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