The best dog-friendly glamping in North Carolina

Experience the great outdoors with a little luxury at one of over 565 glamping options in North Carolina on Hipcamp. Whether you're traveling with your furry friend or want to explore the great outdoors with your four-legged companion, we've got you covered. Discover top-rated campsites like Starlight Hills (627 reviews), Dark Ridge Hide Out (422 reviews), and Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews) and enjoy popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and pet-friendly accommodations. With over 180 available options, you can find the perfect spot for your preferred activities, whether it's swimming, exploring historic sites, or biking. Average price per night is $95, but options are available as low as $20.

98% (11.1K) • 564 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near North Carolina

Experience the great outdoors with a little luxury at one of over 565 glamping options in North Carolina on Hipcamp. Whether you're traveling with your furry friend or want to explore the great outdoors with your four-legged companion, we've got you covered. Discover top-rated campsites like Starlight Hills (627 reviews), Dark Ridge Hide Out (422 reviews), and Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews) and enjoy popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and pet-friendly accommodations. With over 180 available options, you can find the perfect spot for your preferred activities, whether it's swimming, exploring historic sites, or biking. Average price per night is $95, but options are available as low as $20.

98% (11.1K) • 564 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near North Carolina

1. Mountain Top Cabins

99%

(498)

6 sites · Tents, Lodging · Hot Springs, NC

We offer guests an off-grid and authentic Appalachian experience at our hike-in cabins and campsites located on 500 private acres atop the Newfound Mountains in Western North Carolina! Our Trailhead is located 45 minutes west of Asheville, NC and our hike-in trail is 2 miles long with 1,250 feet of elevation gain. The hike-in trail utilizes an old forest service road which follows a creek providing verdant landscapes and soothing sounds as you make your way up the mountain to our cabins and campsites. We have two antique Appalachian cabins on-site and two campsites available. Our cabins and campsites are priced per person and can be reserved individually or collectively through an entire property buyout. A hearty and healthy breakfast is served each morning in our Main Lodge and is included and you'll never pay a cleaning fee on this mountain because we believe in Southern hospitality! Our Main Lodge (Cabin #1) has a huge front porch with spectacular views, a nicely appointed off-grid kitchen, full bathroom with hot shower and an upstairs loft that sleeps up to 10. Our on-site host/s stay downstairs in the Main Lodge in private bedrooms so they can keep the home fires burning, tend the garden, cook breakfasts, clean the cabins and ensure all your needs are taken care of during your stay. Guests in our Upper Cabin (Cabin #2) enjoy a wooded and secluded setting in a rustic cabin that sleeps up to 6. The downstairs area features an open floorpan with a queen size bed, off-grid kitchen, dining area and the loft upstairs sleeps up to 4 people. Cabin #2 also features a full bathroom with and a tree-house like view from the front porch! Our cabin adjacent camp space features two spectacular campsites and is located 100’ from our Main Lodge. Camp 1 and Camp 2 both measure 12’x15’ and feature a soft grassy surface surrounded by natural boulder walls. Both campsites sit beside our neighboring property owned by the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy and feature a long-range mountain views. Guests at our campsites are welcomed to breakfast daily and have full access to the restroom facilities in the Main Lodge.

2. Smoky Mountain Meadows

97%

(179)

168 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bryson City, NC

(Please Note: Hipcamp does not have an easy way to add in Pet and Child fees. You will need to go to EXTRAS and add in number of pets ($5/pet/per night) for cabins and/or number of children ($5/child/night) on all sites SEPERATE from adults when making your reservation. IF YOU DO NOT DO THIS, YOU WILL BE CHARGED $10/NIGHT FOR EACH CHILD INSTEAD OF $5. We will no longer be issuing refunds or store credits for the overcharge.) When you enter Smoky Mountain Meadows Campground, you can leave all the “rush-rush” of your daily life behind. You will find yourself in a beautiful valley with quiet green meadows and a bubbling brook encompassing your surroundings. We are almost half-way between Bryson City and the Nantahala Gorge. We have been host to the Carolina Canoe Club's Annual Week of Rivers Event for over 25 years! 2025 Season: March 31 – Oct 31 Rules for the Campground 1. 100 % Refund less credit card processing fee if you cancel before 14 days of your arrival date. 50% Refund if you cancel between 14 and 7 days of your arrival date. No Refund if you cancel within 6 days of your arrival date. 2. CHECK IN: 4 PM. CHECK OUT: 11 AM. 3. QUIET TIME. 10 PM - 8 AM 4. CHECK OUT PROCEDURES. Camp must be broken down by 11 AM on departure day. If you stay past time you could be charged for an additional day. Extension possible with pre-approval. 5. All Overnight Guests Must Pay 6. Trash must be taken to the Green Bins located at the lower corner of the upper field 7. No washing vehicles 8. PETS must be kept on a leash at all times. Please clean up after your pets and do NOT leave them in the campground unattended. 9. Please be respectful of other campers and the property. Disruptive or inappropriate behavior will result in immediate cancellation of your stay and you will be asked to leave the park. 10. We reserve the right to refuse service or ask guests to leave the park at any time and for any reason.

3. Blue Ridge Basecamp

99%

(159)

22 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Topton, NC

Forested 15 acre lot with a beautiful grassy meadow, and a meandering stream with shallow spots to cool off in on a hot day. We have a meadow by the creek with first come first served tent spots. Pitch your tent anywhere you like and relax the day away. We also offer 6 fully stocked campers and 4 RV sites for rent. Please see each site for all the details! ALL RV/camper sites have FULL hookups with 20/30/50 amp, water and septic. There is fresh drinking water, on site garbage, picnic tables, firepits, firewood for purchase and a well-maintained porta-john. Porta John is only available March 1 - November 1. We are just minutes away from Nantahala Lake, Nantahala River, and the Appalachian Trail. Enjoy nearby white-water rafting, fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, kayaking, ziplines and more. If you're not up for cooking there is a local restaurant on the lake 5 minutes away, as well as the Nantahala Outdoor Center a quick 20-minute drive.

4. Up The Creek Pond House

5 sites · Lodging · Laurel Springs, NC

Our fishing cabin sits right on our pond, with a large creek nearby as well. The property spans 6 acres, all with creek frontage. We have a small beach area at the bend of the creek where you can walk right into the water or simply sit back and relax.

5. Mountaintop Fantasy

98%

(236)

4 sites · Lodging · Cullowhee, NC

FALL/WINTER SPCIAL: 40% off weeknights. NEW FOR 2025: Glenville High Treehouse and landscaped Overlook Selected by Outside Magazine as their Favorite Hipcamp in North Carolina and a Hipcamp Finalist in N.C. 2020, 2021, and 2022 and runner up best Treehouse 2023, the Glenville High Treehouse ( the "Treehouse" ) and the Overlook await you in 4 acres. The two sites are directly across our driveway from each other. The Treehouse affords covered interior sleeping for 6 ( combination adults an kids ), a W/C and shower, WiFi, TV, all necessary cooking and dining equipment, water equipment and room to pitch a tent if desired. The Overlook site is landscaped,shared and offers a covered overlook, various out door dining and lounging tables, large outdoor stone fireplace and water and fishing equipment shared only with us. PLUS free access to the community dock and our canoes and kayak. Playground for the kids including trampoline. Explore the innumerable trails and waterfalls of the Smokies; swim, canoe, kayak and fish in the Lake or numerous rivers and streams; swim at the sand beach down the road; rent a pontoon boat; enjoy the numerous nearby waterfalls; travel the Blue Ridge Parkway; enjoy the shopping and restaurants of nearby Cashiers and Highlands. Or just hang out. This area is truly one of a kind spiritual respite far from the madding world.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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November 2025

Group trip

3 nights at Mountaintop Fantasy

I really enjoyed spending time with my adult family away from the stresses of the holiday season. We spent daylight visiting Waterfalls, museums and dining. We bonded by the outdoor bonfire at night, and we shared family reflections and laughter in the one-room cabin. As a family that enjoys spending time together, this trip was magical.

Access to canoes and a dock just a short drive (or walk) from the cabin.

Eifel

October 2025

1 night at Mountaintop Fantasy

This a very unique and cozy treehouse cabin in a beautiful location, right by Lake Glenville. It is a comfortable space with lots of amenities for a fun weekend in the mountains, and feels very secluded surrounded by woods and at a high elevation. Despite being there in rainy weather, it was beautiful with all the fall foliage! And Peter is a very friendly and welcoming host. I would certainly recommend a visit!

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Brian

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Fantasy

This Treehouse/ Overlook was just right for glamping - all accommodations and ease of use! Warm space to sleep with WiFi, open air kitchen with full accessories, heated full bathroom and shower while being able to enjoy the view of the mountains and nature. Instructions and directions are well thought out and posted for everything. Layout is an easy walk and well designed - great place to to relax and just enjoy your time! Our furry host, Molly was a pleasure to meet and get to know too! Good times had by all!

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Tony

October 2025

6 nights at Blue Ridge Basecamp

This is a perfect spot to explore all the exciting things this area has to offer.

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Glen

October 2025

4 nights at Smoky Mountain Meadows

I stayed in the Dogwood cabin and it was perfect. The cabin was clean when I checked in and the bed (queen) was very comfortable. The bathrooms were also clean and it was nice having a microwave nearby. The campground was quiet. There seemed to be quite a few full-timer sites that weren’t occupied. Would definitely stay there again.

Fire pit area with swinging benches to the side of the cabin.

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Morgan

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Fantasy

We had such a great time at the treehouse! The view is absolutely stunning; none of the pictures do it justice. We visited during peak leaf season, and it was beautiful. The location is perfectly secluded and private, yet close enough to enjoy all the attractions in Highlands and Cashiers if you want to explore. We went with three adults and three kids (2, 4 & 5) and the cabin had plenty of space for everyone. Our first night there was much colder than what we were used to coming from home, but the space heaters kept us nice and toasty! Most of our time was spent around the fire and on the swings. The treehouse was stocked with more utensils and appliances than we could have ever needed, and it was such a treat to have a flushing toilet and hot water. The highlight for our kids, though, was the hosts’ adorable puppy, Molly! She hung out with us most of the time and completely stole our hearts (and a couple shoes) but we loved every second of it. The kids were so sad to leave her when it was time to go. The host was wonderful. He checked in frequently and was always available when we had questions, but never overbearing. He left us fresh eggs when we arrived and even had firewood available for purchase when we realized we’d forgotten ours. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. 10/10 recommend this magical spot!

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amy

September 2025

With kids

2 nights at Mountaintop Fantasy

The owner has done a great job equipping the spot with everything you may need for a wonderful glamping experience. The view is INCREDIBLE!

Colby

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Fantasy

Peter was great! Made sure we had what we needed and then gave us the privacy that this awesome treehouse offers. Our family of four enjoyed everything about it, from the views to the layout of the cabin. We are on our way home, already talking about when we can make the trip back!

Katie

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mountain Top Cabins

Wow, expectations exceeded! Doug and Eddy were delightful and helpful hosts on the grounds. We had a group of 12 women meeting up for a mountain getaway :). This property is basically "choose your own adventure" - between going for runs and hikes, hanging out on the porch, leisurely enjoying the views, fire pit with snacks and stars, and napping in the hammocks - we all wanted to stay a few more days! We will be back, for sure. This was everything we wanted the weekend to be and more! A few notes -- there's no electricity provided wired into the cabins, but they do have a battery pack with usb ports you can ask to use (we brought our own chargers, no problem). Theres also lanterns and candles in each cabin and bathroom (lovely touch) but would recommend bringing a handful of additional headlamps for ease of getting around! Also, no issue for our group, but the hike in and out really is no joke :) A pleasant challenge with an amazing reward. Five Stars.

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Leslie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Smoky Mountain Meadows

The little cabin was cute, beds were comfy, my favorite part was the little creek running in front. Loved it!

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Peyton

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Fantasy

The land and views were beautiful! We loved having multiple areas to hang out at

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Sarah

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Blue Ridge Basecamp

Very accessible and clean! It’s in a beautiful spot, with good food nearby. They were very friendly and quick when we wanted to get some fire and smores stuff from them!

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Ruthy

August 2025

With pets

4 nights at Mountaintop Fantasy

Everything about our experience was magical! Peter has thought of everything in creating this rental. I brought 4 of my boys up here (ages 2-19). The cabin was plenty big enough and we could have fit another person. He had everything we needed on site and it was wonderful to have a real toilet and shower with hot water. We definitely want to come back again! Peter is an attentive and respectful host!

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Kody

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Blue Ridge Basecamp

Staying here is amazing. No complaints. You can hear the stream down below by the tent sites when it’s quiet and it usually always is quiet. Camper was very nice and clean. Well worth the price. On clear nights you can clearly see the tail of the milky way galaxy when the seasons permit the viewing of the galaxy. The Number Stars that are visible to the naked eye are almost tripled compared to being in any town or city it can get pretty breathtaking. Sightings of black bear along the nearby white oak creek were frequent during the early morning and late evening hours so keep Yer eyes open while driving along the stream to the campground location as you may see some as well. (Be sure to follow all laws regarding bear or other wildlife as you are in their territory at that point) don’t keep trash outside of the camper and you shouldn’t experience a bear scare going outside early in the morning, although we did not see any bear at the campground itself during the two weekends we’ve stayed, they definitely frequent the area so just be cautious. Trout fishing in ALL of the nearby streams are great for fly fishing, insanely packed with trout they can even be found in streams that are as small as two ft wide and 5 inches deep it’s so nice. I will be staying again for sure as you can’t beat the rates and location.

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Carl

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Blue Ridge Basecamp

The property was so beautiful and the campsites were well maintained. The owners were very kind and welcoming. The hiking trails and scenic drives were the best that NC has to offer. We are already planning on visiting the grounds again.

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Gina

July 2025

With pets

2 nights at Blue Ridge Basecamp

BRB is a wonderful spot! Our camper was exactly as described and extremely well maintained. The hosts are very attentive. Loved the rocking camp chairs and cooking on the Blackstone. We will be back!

Bill

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Fantasy

Peter, his communication and property are excellent. Truly enjoyed our stay, the accommodations, and the area. The sleeping area and deck are fantastic. The views are amazing. The lake and the surrounding areas are just close enough. But not too close. Private. Quite. So relaxing. We will be back.

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Derek

June 2025

With pets

6 nights at Mountaintop Fantasy

Very beautiful views and kids loved the treehouse. The host were very kind and accommodating. I would recommend downloading the region on Google maps before heading out since cell phone service is spotty. Our favorite spot on the visit was Cashiers Sliding Rock, we probably spent 8 hours out there in total.

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Maytal

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Mountaintop Fantasy

What an amazing glamping experience!! The most incredible views, secluded and surrounded by the forest! Host was very fast to respond. We will definitely be back!! We give it a million stars!!

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Joan

May 2025

With pets

3 nights at Blue Ridge Basecamp

Nick and Tja are excellent hosts, friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The camp was extremely clean, a beautiful setting. The camper was very homey and stocked with everything needed. The bed was very comfortable. We booked for the proximity to the AT, but will return to explore so much more. We look forward to more visits!