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Waterfall camping close to CLT

1. Waterfall camping close to CLT

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4.8mi from Gastonia · 1 site · Tent, RV · Bessemer City, NC
My Neighbor has started his own Campsite, "The Swimming Hole". If mine is booked up and you still want to camp, look him up. His is better suited for small groups but has much more privacy. We have a new road to the campsite; you can now drive down with two-wheel drive vehicle or RV down and park near your tent! There is plenty of soft sand to set up one tent or ten tents; large groups are welcome for an extra fee. A Porta-Potty is available at the campsite. Swimming is usually possible at the base of the falls; however, large amounts of rain can change conditions and make it unusable. I should also add, this is not a completely private campsite deep in the woods. The camp is visible from a shared driveway, and my residence is up a hill that overlooks the area. Also, I do not own the land on the other side of the stream. Occasionally, the owners of that land will spend a weekend afternoon enjoying the waterfall view also. Still much quieter and more private than a regular campground. Glamping tents and additional camping tents are available through a local company. Look in the pictures for the tent with red, white, and blue balloons. Message me for details. Close to US National Whitewater Center (mountain biking, whitewater rafting, kayaking), Kings Mountain National Military Park (Horseback riding and history), Crowders Mountain (Hiking), 3 miles off of I-85 and US-321 for people passing through.
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Private Oasis In The Forest

2. Private Oasis In The Forest

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48mi from Gastonia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Irwin, SC
Quite undisturbed forest for 1/2 a century, used for duck hunting in the previous owners family for decades. I’ve started building a small cabin that’s unfinished hopefully completing in the coming years. Fishing pond and small seasonal creek flows after lots of rain. Excited to share it with others! Note: Daylight arrival at least an hour before sunset recommended! FYI out of firewood at this time
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Tellurian Family Campground

3. Tellurian Family Campground

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32mi from Gastonia · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Casar, NC
Tellurian Family Campground offers conveniently located spacious travel trailer, camper, RV and tent camp sites with incredible views and access to a pristine mountain river. The property consists of 93 acres and 2780 feet (1⁄2 mile) of river frontage on the First Broad River. The First Broad River offers canoeing, kayaking, tubing, and fishing. Smallmouth and freshwater sunfishing is incredible on this stretch of the river and there are also opportunities for mountain river catfish. Tellurian’s scenic location offers stunning vista views of the surrounding countryside, sprawling views of the South Mountain and Cherry Mountain ranges, as well as long range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The sunsets are amazing and the star lit skies are uninhibited by city lights. One of the few lights that can be seen at night lights up a steeple silhouetted against the mountain ridges. It’s truly a peaceful site. Tellurian is centrally located between Charlotte NC, Asheville NC, and Spartanburg SC in the small town of Casar, NC. We are located in a rural setting in the foothills on the edge of the South Mountains Range, a branch of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Thank you for checking out our place! We are Jud and Amanda Wortman. We have three children – Emma Grace and Baxter (twins) and Elena Jo. As a family, we enjoy canoeing, kayaking and camping. We live 9 miles from Tellurian on a family farm. We have always enjoyed quiet secluded campsites, river floats and sitting by the river. After years of looking all over the mountains for a river property we could call our own, our favorite spot on the river came up for sale. It just so happened it was nearly halfway between where we both grew up. After many sleepless nights worrying if we could succeed or not (it was much larger than properties we had been looking for), we bought it! Our favorite spot on the river was virtually inaccessible by any way other than floating. But after hundreds of hours of hard work, we think we have developed a place where others too can enjoy the things we do about the property. We dream big and Tellurian remains a work in progress, but we feel we have created a place where folks can enjoy the peacefulness of nature, the river and incredible views. Naming our campground proved to be one of the most challenging tasks throughout the process of developing it. After many ideas and brainstorming sessions as a family, we decided to go with Tellurian. We know it’s a bit different; that’s what we like about it. We think our place stands out and, after visiting Tellurian, we think you’ll agree it does too. Tellurian Family Campground tel·lu·ri·an [təˈlo͝orēən] ADJECTIVE: of or inhabiting the earth. NOUN: an inhabitant of the earth.
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South Mountains State Park

4. South Mountains State Park

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86 sites · Salem, North Carolina
In fall 2016, 97 park staff worked 3,700+ hours over three weeks fighting the Chestnut Nob fire.
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Sumter National Forest

5. Sumter National Forest

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259 sites · Joanna, South Carolina
Explore the vast South Carolina wilderness on foot, by bike, or by boat
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Triple J Farm and Campground

6. Triple J Farm and Campground

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21mi from Gastonia · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Shelby, NC
Camp down by the creek at our private campground. Pan for gold or rock hound for gems in over 1/2 mile of pristine North Carolina creek. Outdoor shower and bathroom facility available. Bring all your camping gear, tents and headlamps for a fun adventure in the woods.
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Oak Creek Horse Farm

7. Oak Creek Horse Farm

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24mi from Gastonia · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Shelby, NC
Horse farm with lots of space for you and your family! Used to be a dairy farm from 1860 to 1970. Plenty of space, beautiful sunset. You will be surrounded by horses. 5-10 min to restaurants and stores. 5-10 min to swimming and hiking. 20 min to Kings Mountains. 30 min to South Mountains. 20 min to Tryon Equestian Center.  Site 1,2 and 4: full hookup 50A, water and sewer. Site 3: full hookup 30A, water and sewer. Site 1 and 2 are about 100ft apart, site 3 is about 200ft from site 1 and 2, so there is plenty of space.
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Inside Maceo's Pad looking towards the kitchen

8. Imagine Equus Farm

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49mi from Gastonia · 2 sites · Lodging · Columbus, NC
I first saw this property in 2009 and fell in love with it. The property is gorgeous and the land has a magical feel. Situated in the foothills of the Blueridge Mountains we are in horse and wine county! The area is also part of the isothermal belt so the weather is always better than the rest of the South or the Mountains. The land is about 1/2 pastures and the remainder are beautiful forests with trails, creeks and even our own waterfall. The animals and equines living here make the place even more special. Learn more about this land: Tiny home cabin on 28 acre horse farm with creeks, woods, and incredible pasture views. Your cabin is set in a grove of pine trees with gorgeous views from your deck and inside the home. We are in the horse and wine country of Polk County. There are 5 wineries within minutes. We are 7 miles from the new and fabulous Tryon International Equestrian Center. We are just over 20 minutes to Saluda with awesome kayaking and tubing on the Green River, hiking, biking and ziplining too. We are excited to add that we now are part of the Art of the Horse tour through Our Carolina Foothills!  Imagine Equus Farm are the new proud owners of Mil Flores, a beautiful horse painted by artist Mary Tolles.  Mil Flores now adorns the front of the farm!   The cabin has 1 queen sized bedroom and 1 bath, plus a full kitchen, living room and dining area. You will have all of the comforts when you are inside with wifi, cable TV, a mini-split for heat and air conditioning, a fireplace and a dishwasher. We keep the cabins stocked with everything you will need for your perfect getaway. We feature high in beds and 100% organic cotton sheets. The cabins are new and stylishly designed. The property is private and quiet. Perfect for a romantic getaway, a home base for TIEC horse shows, wine tastings or a quiet retreat. You will see miniature donkeys, horses, goats and even a steer roaming the pastures from your cabin. We want your time here to be wonderful, so we have strived to create a peaceful oasis.
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Waterfall camping close to CLT

1. Waterfall camping close to CLT

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4.8mi from Gastonia · 1 site · Tent, RV · Bessemer City, NC
My Neighbor has started his own Campsite, "The Swimming Hole". If mine is booked up and you still want to camp, look him up. His is better suited for small groups but has much more privacy. We have a new road to the campsite; you can now drive down with two-wheel drive vehicle or RV down and park near your tent! There is plenty of soft sand to set up one tent or ten tents; large groups are welcome for an extra fee. A Porta-Potty is available at the campsite. Swimming is usually possible at the base of the falls; however, large amounts of rain can change conditions and make it unusable. I should also add, this is not a completely private campsite deep in the woods. The camp is visible from a shared driveway, and my residence is up a hill that overlooks the area. Also, I do not own the land on the other side of the stream. Occasionally, the owners of that land will spend a weekend afternoon enjoying the waterfall view also. Still much quieter and more private than a regular campground. Glamping tents and additional camping tents are available through a local company. Look in the pictures for the tent with red, white, and blue balloons. Message me for details. Close to US National Whitewater Center (mountain biking, whitewater rafting, kayaking), Kings Mountain National Military Park (Horseback riding and history), Crowders Mountain (Hiking), 3 miles off of I-85 and US-321 for people passing through.
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$58
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Private Oasis In The Forest

2. Private Oasis In The Forest

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(223)
48mi from Gastonia · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Irwin, SC
Quite undisturbed forest for 1/2 a century, used for duck hunting in the previous owners family for decades. I’ve started building a small cabin that’s unfinished hopefully completing in the coming years. Fishing pond and small seasonal creek flows after lots of rain. Excited to share it with others! Note: Daylight arrival at least an hour before sunset recommended! FYI out of firewood at this time
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$19
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Tellurian Family Campground

3. Tellurian Family Campground

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32mi from Gastonia · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Casar, NC
Tellurian Family Campground offers conveniently located spacious travel trailer, camper, RV and tent camp sites with incredible views and access to a pristine mountain river. The property consists of 93 acres and 2780 feet (1⁄2 mile) of river frontage on the First Broad River. The First Broad River offers canoeing, kayaking, tubing, and fishing. Smallmouth and freshwater sunfishing is incredible on this stretch of the river and there are also opportunities for mountain river catfish. Tellurian’s scenic location offers stunning vista views of the surrounding countryside, sprawling views of the South Mountain and Cherry Mountain ranges, as well as long range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The sunsets are amazing and the star lit skies are uninhibited by city lights. One of the few lights that can be seen at night lights up a steeple silhouetted against the mountain ridges. It’s truly a peaceful site. Tellurian is centrally located between Charlotte NC, Asheville NC, and Spartanburg SC in the small town of Casar, NC. We are located in a rural setting in the foothills on the edge of the South Mountains Range, a branch of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Thank you for checking out our place! We are Jud and Amanda Wortman. We have three children – Emma Grace and Baxter (twins) and Elena Jo. As a family, we enjoy canoeing, kayaking and camping. We live 9 miles from Tellurian on a family farm. We have always enjoyed quiet secluded campsites, river floats and sitting by the river. After years of looking all over the mountains for a river property we could call our own, our favorite spot on the river came up for sale. It just so happened it was nearly halfway between where we both grew up. After many sleepless nights worrying if we could succeed or not (it was much larger than properties we had been looking for), we bought it! Our favorite spot on the river was virtually inaccessible by any way other than floating. But after hundreds of hours of hard work, we think we have developed a place where others too can enjoy the things we do about the property. We dream big and Tellurian remains a work in progress, but we feel we have created a place where folks can enjoy the peacefulness of nature, the river and incredible views. Naming our campground proved to be one of the most challenging tasks throughout the process of developing it. After many ideas and brainstorming sessions as a family, we decided to go with Tellurian. We know it’s a bit different; that’s what we like about it. We think our place stands out and, after visiting Tellurian, we think you’ll agree it does too. Tellurian Family Campground tel·lu·ri·an [təˈlo͝orēən] ADJECTIVE: of or inhabiting the earth. NOUN: an inhabitant of the earth.
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$59
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South Mountains State Park

4. South Mountains State Park

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86 sites · Salem, North Carolina
In fall 2016, 97 park staff worked 3,700+ hours over three weeks fighting the Chestnut Nob fire.
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Sumter National Forest

5. Sumter National Forest

88%
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259 sites · Joanna, South Carolina
Explore the vast South Carolina wilderness on foot, by bike, or by boat
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Triple J Farm and Campground

6. Triple J Farm and Campground

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21mi from Gastonia · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Shelby, NC
Camp down by the creek at our private campground. Pan for gold or rock hound for gems in over 1/2 mile of pristine North Carolina creek. Outdoor shower and bathroom facility available. Bring all your camping gear, tents and headlamps for a fun adventure in the woods.
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$21
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Oak Creek Horse Farm

7. Oak Creek Horse Farm

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24mi from Gastonia · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Shelby, NC
Horse farm with lots of space for you and your family! Used to be a dairy farm from 1860 to 1970. Plenty of space, beautiful sunset. You will be surrounded by horses. 5-10 min to restaurants and stores. 5-10 min to swimming and hiking. 20 min to Kings Mountains. 30 min to South Mountains. 20 min to Tryon Equestian Center.  Site 1,2 and 4: full hookup 50A, water and sewer. Site 3: full hookup 30A, water and sewer. Site 1 and 2 are about 100ft apart, site 3 is about 200ft from site 1 and 2, so there is plenty of space.
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Inside Maceo's Pad looking towards the kitchen

8. Imagine Equus Farm

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49mi from Gastonia · 2 sites · Lodging · Columbus, NC
I first saw this property in 2009 and fell in love with it. The property is gorgeous and the land has a magical feel. Situated in the foothills of the Blueridge Mountains we are in horse and wine county! The area is also part of the isothermal belt so the weather is always better than the rest of the South or the Mountains. The land is about 1/2 pastures and the remainder are beautiful forests with trails, creeks and even our own waterfall. The animals and equines living here make the place even more special. Learn more about this land: Tiny home cabin on 28 acre horse farm with creeks, woods, and incredible pasture views. Your cabin is set in a grove of pine trees with gorgeous views from your deck and inside the home. We are in the horse and wine country of Polk County. There are 5 wineries within minutes. We are 7 miles from the new and fabulous Tryon International Equestrian Center. We are just over 20 minutes to Saluda with awesome kayaking and tubing on the Green River, hiking, biking and ziplining too. We are excited to add that we now are part of the Art of the Horse tour through Our Carolina Foothills!  Imagine Equus Farm are the new proud owners of Mil Flores, a beautiful horse painted by artist Mary Tolles.  Mil Flores now adorns the front of the farm!   The cabin has 1 queen sized bedroom and 1 bath, plus a full kitchen, living room and dining area. You will have all of the comforts when you are inside with wifi, cable TV, a mini-split for heat and air conditioning, a fireplace and a dishwasher. We keep the cabins stocked with everything you will need for your perfect getaway. We feature high in beds and 100% organic cotton sheets. The cabins are new and stylishly designed. The property is private and quiet. Perfect for a romantic getaway, a home base for TIEC horse shows, wine tastings or a quiet retreat. You will see miniature donkeys, horses, goats and even a steer roaming the pastures from your cabin. We want your time here to be wonderful, so we have strived to create a peaceful oasis.
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$135
 / night

Public campgrounds near Gastonia

South Mountains Campground
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South Mountains Campground

37mi from Gastonia · 86 sites · Tents, RVs · in South Mountains State Park
Woods Ferry Recreation Area

Woods Ferry Recreation Area

41mi from Gastonia · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sumter National Forest

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Elizabeth
2 weeks ago
24 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Waterfall camping close to CLT
Absolutely love the place..We have family in the area and every time we visit from Ohio we stay here.
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Ross
3 weeks ago
19 ft campervan
With pets
1 night at Waterfall camping close to CLT
The falls are everything you would hope for — Scott has created a perfect place for camping. Great setting, well-appointed site with picnic table, food prep area, and so much more. We look forward to coming back.
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Private Oasis In The Forest
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Bridget
3 weeks ago
With pets
Weekend Trip to Private Oasis In The Forest
We had really fun at this place! Definitely coming back!
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Tellurian Family Campground
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Mirna
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
“The view was beautiful, with easy river access and a clean bathhouse. Jud’s hospitality made us feel right at home—he was easy to communicate with and checked in to make sure everything was perfect throughout the weekend. This place is a hidden gem! We’ll definitely be booking again soon.”
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Sue
November 2025
30 ft toy hauler
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
Everything was great! Nice clean place! Small campground and Views were amazing! Host comes by to make sure everything is going well! This is our second time here and we definitely will be back!
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Madison
November 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
Perfect campground snd host. Favorite place with great Mountain View’s. Will always return!
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Beth
November 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
Beautiful location near South Mountains State Park. The location was easy to find and easy to park the camper. The sites are long and spacious. Everything is well kept. The bathhouse was a nice amenity and very clean. There were two separate bathrooms each with a shower. The campground was very quiet. The perfect place to visit to see Fall colors!
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Warren
November 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
Tellurian is a small quiet campground. We enjoyed a peaceful weekend with an incredible view of the surrounding mountains. The owners were friendly and available if needed. There is a bathhouse with a men's and women's bathrooms with showers. The campground is a short walk to the river...which in November is nice to see but I would think in the summer it is great for swimming. There was plenty of room for our dog to run...and did I mention the views?
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Kaylee
October 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With kids
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
This was our second stay at this beautiful property, and we already know we’ll be back again! We’ve stayed at sites one and two this time around with family, and the views from each are absolutely breathtaking. The campsites are peaceful, private, and perfect for relaxing by the fire after a day of exploring. Our kids especially loved spending time at the river, with the cooler weather this time, it made for such a fun experience. We even brought magnets and discovered some rocks that were magnetized, which turned into an unexpected little science adventure! Jud and Amanda are incredible hosts. Their communication is top-notch, from clear directions and check-in information to thoughtful messages while you’re there, making sure everything is perfect. They truly go above and beyond to make your stay smooth and enjoyable. We can’t say enough great things about this place. It’s the perfect mix of peace, adventure, and stunning scenery, our family favorite that we’ll continue returning to for years to come.
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Emily
October 2025
Tent
1 night at Waterfall camping close to CLT
Scott has the most beautiful property any time of year! We’ve come every season and it always makes for a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature! The kids love it, too!
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Stephanie
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Weekend Trip to Private Oasis In The Forest
We had a lot of fun camping here! The water was perfect and loved having the row boat to use. I would highly recommend this spot to anyone!
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Tellurian Family Campground
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Jennifer
October 2025
30 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
Great place to see the views and the river. 2nd time there. :)
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Shelby
October 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With kids
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
This is our second time camping at Tellurian and we love it! The river access, views, level sites, hook ups, and bathhouse make it very enjoyable to stay at. I know we will be back again in 2026 :)
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Christine
October 2025
40 ft fifth wheel
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
We had a great time, the kids and the dogs played in the creek, and the sunsets were amazing. Have stayed here before, and will be back again.
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Mike
October 2025
23 ft travel trailer
3 nights at Tellurian Family Campground
Wonderful view of South Mountain State Park as well as the night sky. If you are looking to spend time at South Mountain, Morganton or any of the surrounding towns this is a great location. Small campground with a handful of sites which is perfect for those of us who seek out solitude. No issues with the Full hookups. Worked perfectly.
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Sam
October 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
Used this wonderful campground as a parents getaway! 100% recommend! Jud was super friendly and responsive. Great walk to the rivers and stunning views. Just be sure to follow his provided directions, not your GPS. Happy camping!
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B
October 2025
23 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Tellurian Family Campground
Beautiful, peaceful campground in Casar, NC! Gorgeous mountain views from the sites and easy access to a river. The bathhouse was spotless and the porch at the top of the hill has an amazing view. Wildflowers around the campground were beautiful. Jud, the owner, was friendly and very helpful with tips about the river and best views. Highly recommend for a quiet, scenic getaway!
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Private Oasis In The Forest
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Rick
October 2025
Group trip
2 nights at Private Oasis In The Forest
The property was really a great location for our group that were overall new to camping with amenities nearby to pickup groceries or go to a diner when needed! We really enjoyed taking turns on the row boat, and playing card games and monopoly in the cabin area at night. The campsite felt really private, but there was some barking from dogs nearby at night, and sometimes gunshots. Alex, the owner, was very responsive and helpful in finding local activities and resolving any issues we had during the stay!
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Shannon
October 2025
26 ft Class C
With pets
6 nights at Tellurian Family Campground
We LOVED this location - gorgeous mountain views with access to a river! It was so nice, peaceful and serene. Land was beautiful and the spots were perfect. The hosts - Jud and Amanda are stellar and were extremely helpful. We would definitely stay there again!
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Jason
October 2025
15 ft campervan
1 night at Waterfall camping close to CLT
Everything is great. Just pick up after yourselves and enjoy tranquility. Highly recommend
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