Hot spring camping near Lake Lure
Forest bathe by the shore’s edge when camping near Lake Lure in North Carolina.
91% (1098 reviews)
- Lake Lure
91% (1098 reviews)
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Dustin
2 weeks ago
Tent
I’ve stayed at the Rapids several times and each visit is just as good as the last! Catherine and Rick are very friendly and easy to work with and the property is top notch. Already booked a return trip on the Fall!
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Amelia
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Lovely, serene property. We felt very safe here camping with the kids. The animals were a charming addition making for lots of smiles and laughs. The site was also quite close to groceries and amenities for our excursions out of camp. Recommend for family car camping!
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Corinne
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
This was our second trip camping at site 1 rocks on Catherine and Rick’s beautiful Smoky Mountain Mangalista River Ranch. They worked so hard to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene and the property was restored so beautifully. We stayed with friends and our two children 4yr and 8yr. All enjoyed the river access, walking around the gorgeous property and taking in the magnificent views! If you’re an animal lover take the mini donkey farm tour. Catherine had so much to share about their farm and the Mangalista pigs they raise. She is enthusiastic and passionate about everything going on at the farm! I highly recommend camping here!
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Neal
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
We love Smoky Mountain Mangalista! It's beautiful, relaxing, and just what we wanted. The views and experience are amazing, it's in a great location to access all the things we wanted to do, and Catherine and Rick are great! We want to recommend it to everyone...but then again, we want to keep it our little secret so no one finds out! This makes two years in a row for us, and we hope to return again.
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Natanael
3 weeks ago
Tent
Wow. Just wow. This is definitely a unique spot and the hosts just get it what a good camping experience looks like. The property is clearly loved and cared for. The views and nature are breathtaking, water in the river is clean, the nights are starry, and above all nobody is bothering anyone.
We were hesitant to write this review because we loved the place so much and didn't want it to become crowded. However the hosts deserve the recognition for their efforts — this place is a hidden gem. People, please help preserving it.
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jordan
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Site 9 is a great secluded spot on the property over looking the farm and mountains. It was fun walking down to the river to swim, fish, or wade in. Love staying at Smokey Mountain Mangalista Farm!
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Mary
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
The stream felt like a white noise machine and the grounds were kept impeccably! Would return to this spot in the future.
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Noah
June 2025
Tent
Group trip
Catherine and Rick’s Mangalitsa farm is a beautiful place to stay with friends or family. We stayed on Rapids 3 which was absolutely beautiful on the river. Their directions to find the site were thorough and informative. Seeing the donkeys and piggies on the farm was great too! I picked up some fresh bratwurst, eggs and lard from the farm too to take home. They were so kind and made the stay a breeze. Sadly their farm was damaged in Helene but they have done a great job of restoring the land!
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Martin
June 2025
Tent
With pets
My wife and I needed a couple days away from work and life so we looked on Hipcamp to find a nice place to camp and thankfully stumbled upon the Smoky Mtn Mangalitsa River Ranch. Christina and Rick's majestic property was better than either of us could have imagined, from experiencing the sublime overlooking the mountains from the ranch's peak to swimming in both the lazy and the white-water parts of their river only a dozen steps from our tent on Site 3 (The Rapids). We set up a hammock under the trees, we had a fire that burned perfectly due to the refreshing breeze over the property fueling it. When I tell you that this ranch is like going into the children's book The Wind in the Willows, I am not kidding. It's super relaxing, especially watching the breeze blow past the fescue (looks like wheat) from my chair at the camp as the sun peaks through the big established walnut tree leaves, listening to the birds chirping and rushing water, seeing Stetson wander the landscape as the goats, donkeys, horses, and pigs graze. Christina and Rick were wonderfully hospitable and welcoming, and the Donkey Tour of the ranch is a must so you can get to know the property and the owners. It informs you of their talented work, but also their history and plans for the future. Their property is only a 15 minute drive from Waynesville, so we explored Main Street, since we'd never been before, and it was fun as well. We will certainly be coming back next time we need a weekend vacation!
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dashawn
June 2025
Tent
We stood at Site 1 and it’s was perfect we set out our hammocks pretty much on the River Beautiful and a special place Both Catherine and Rick are 10/10 host!! And Stetson the Camp Manager 🦮 was such a great companion From the Beautiful Views to the fireflies at night to being able to see and the piglets this Hipcamp was everything we Hoped For Perfect for a Birthday Getaway
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Pamela
June 2025
16 ft car
Perfect location to so many hikes and beautiful locations! Beautiful sunset from the deck on the bath house!
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Cayla
June 2025
Tent
With pets
This was my friend group's second time camping at the Knoll and we love it! The views are beautiful and our site was conveniently located near the water. Catherine is usually quick to respond, which is helpful. We love that it is dog friendly and hope to come back in the future.
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Sydney
June 2025
Tent
Really enjoyed staying at the Rapids campsite! Right on the river, so much land to walk, and the animals really topped it off. The goats, horses, donkeys, and pigs were so fun to see. There were even piglets! Could not recommend enough.
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Genessa
June 2025
Tent
With kids
This site was so lovely. The rapids are peaceful and under some wonderful shade trees. The farm has great hiking, a little beach to access the river and lots of pigs!
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Cody
May 2025
Tent
With kids
My family and I hesitated about going on our trip after finding out it was likely going to rain the majority of our trip here. We decided to make the best of our trip and still went, and had the greatest time. A great experience all around from the beautiful scenery to the farm fresh sausage. Already planning our next trip back!
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Georgia
May 2025
Tent
Group trip
We absolutely LOVED staying at the Mangalitsa River Ranch!! We could not have asked for a better weekend. The views were incredible and sleeping to the sound of the River was so calming. Catherine was an excellent, super responsive host. We stayed at "Site 1 Rocks" which provided a grill, fire pit, and table with chairs to eat on. This area is also a short distance from Maggie Valley, Downtown Waynesville, and Asheville that we had so much fun exploring during the day. I can't wait to come back :)
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Kimberly
May 2025
Tent
We loved camping here! Absolutely beautiful spot and was so peaceful. A perfect weekend away!
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Cindy
May 2025
Tent
Enjoyed a delightful 3 days primitive camping by the gentle rapids of the river, greeted each day by Stetson the friendly farm guard dog. It was so peaceful!! Hosts were kind and responsive. Would definitely stay again!!
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Looking for a camping experience near Lake Lure, North Carolina with access to hot springs? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 100 options in the area, you'll find the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Plus, with an average price per night of just $49 and options as low as $20, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Check out the top campsites, like Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews), Haw Ridge (230 reviews), and Camping on Cloud 9 (181 reviews), which offer popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and cooking equipment. And if you're looking to do more than just soak in the hot springs, you'll love the nearby activities like swimming, fishing, and whitewater paddling. So pack your bags, grab your swimsuit, and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!