The best dog-friendly RV parks near Saluda, North Carolina

Looking to explore the great outdoors near Saluda, North Carolina with your RV and pets in tow? Hipcamp has over 2700 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With top-rated campsites like Starlight Hills (627 reviews), Dark Ridge Hide Out (422 reviews), and Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews), you're sure to find the perfect spot to enjoy popular activities like surfing, biking, and paddling. Popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and pet-friendly accommodations make your camping experience easy and enjoyable. With an average price of $39 per night and options as low as $10, camping with Hipcamp is an affordable way to get out and explore.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to explore the great outdoors near Saluda, North Carolina with your RV and pets in tow? Hipcamp has over 2700 options specifically tailored to your preferences. With top-rated campsites like Starlight Hills (627 reviews), Dark Ridge Hide Out (422 reviews), and Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews), you're sure to find the perfect spot to enjoy popular activities like surfing, biking, and paddling. Popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and pet-friendly accommodations make your camping experience easy and enjoyable. With an average price of $39 per night and options as low as $10, camping with Hipcamp is an affordable way to get out and explore.

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1. Wunderland Resort

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31mi from Saluda · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Old Fort, NC

Wunderland is a new development that is underway and our focus is on connections, experience and sustainability. We will be offering various accommodations including, dreamy and immersive villas, themed tent structured, vanlife sites, and primitive camping. Additionally, the property will have many unique features to encourage deep connection with yourself and others, to relax and have a great time!

2. Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

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44mi from Saluda · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Spruce Pine, NC

Welcome to the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina! At approximately 3,455 feet elevation we enjoy mountain breezes all summer PLEASE DO NOT ‘photo book’! We ask guests to please read through the details BEFORE booking a site. For example: not all tent sites are park at sites. Some of our more secluded sites in the woods are far from bathrooms etc. Sites near the winery/bathrooms are not secluded and you can see/hear ‘people’. The ‘wildlife’ sites require parking in guest parking and a 5 minute walk. As of Jan 2025 we change to an age 13+ campground. No one under the age of thirteen years old is permitted to camp overnight. Younger children will still be permitted to visit the winery next door to the campground during open hours but must have an adult (18 years plus) with them at ALL times! Due to an incident that could have ended in tragedy we have a zero tolerance policy of unsupervised children. You will be asked to leave if your young child is unattended by an adult. During the summer months we often have free range chicken eggs and organic produce and herbs available for our campers. We are next to our own winery/cidery that features home brew wines and beer. We also offer sodas. Firewood is for sale. You may bring your own firewood as long as it’s not from out of state. We have a few primitive sites in our woods for those who love more seclusion and places to hang hammocks. Again, PLEASE read through all the descriptions of each particular site to make certain you choose the right fit for your camping needs. We offer Hiking/jogging trails at the campground with more trails on the nearby blue ridge parkway. We are just around the corner from the famous Emerald Village Mines and only a 5 minute drive to downtown Little Switzerland. We are also only a 5 minutes drive to the famous Diamondback scenic mountain road. Approximately 20 minutes drive to Crabtree Falls on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Our cantina next door at 539 blue ridge gem mine road is open for the season and serving home brew beers and small batch ciders for ages 21 and older. Photo ID required. Sodas available for purchase as well. We now have a well lit covered porch area and club house with free WiFi and available 24 hours to our campers. Note: absolutely no outside alcohol or underage alcohol consumption permitted on premises. Anyone not in compliance with North Carolina state laws and federal laws will be evicted from campgrounds without refunds. If the campgrounds happen to be under a burn ban please understand that we can’t and will not break the law for you! All campers must obey the burn ban if in effect or face possible penalties under state law! This is for your own safety as well. Anything sold by us may be legally consumed at your campsite and is covered under our winery ABC permit. Camp host can’t go to bed until all campers are checked in so no late night arrivals please! Thank you for your understanding. Adult horseback trail rides are available at nearby Springmaid Mountain Retreat. Maps provided to Springmaid Mountain. All minors must have ADULT supervision at all times at the winery next door (older siblings do not qualify as adult supervision). With farm animals and 140 acres of woods nearby and three deep ponds in those woods it can be a dangerous situation for young, unsupervised children. If we are babysitting your children to keep them out of danger or from damaging our property you’ll be asked to leave. We want everyone to be safe. Up to 2 dogs are allowed per campsite. Dogs Must remain on leash at all times and have proof of up to date rabies vaccination. We have chickens and horses on our mini farm so please keep dogs under control at all times. Also, please do not feed our chickens, horses or any of the wildlife on our property. It is the responsibility of our campers to check the weather conditions, noting any burn bans for the area or rain etc, looking at all the rules and property details, before booking is the campers responsibility. Please do not blame the host! HipCamp now offers rainy day insurance Watch for our special events like ghost story campfire tales/walk with local guest authors, mountain yoga, herbal remedies classes, trail treasure hunts with prizes, mushroom identification classes etc. Additional parking is available for added cars in the guest parking lot area if campers have no more room at their campsite for visitors or any extra cars. We have a hot/cold shower and modern style flush toilets available in large cargo container. We also now have free Starlink WiFi in the Cantina/clubhouse area and some of the closer tent sites. Our clubhouse stays open for campers 24/7 with a microwave available, games, television and comfortable seating areas. Note: The quarter mile of gravel drive is steep but I drive my two wheel drive car up and down it every day. However, if you have a vehicle that chugs and struggles up hills (older RV etc) you may find it a challenge. We are working on getting that section paved to help out the older RVs and buses. Note: The gray building and pond area is NOT our property. Please be respectful of our neighbors and the family that lives there. Do not wander around our neighbors pond /barn area. Thank you! All campers are expected to read and follow the HipCamp guidelines. This is not just a ‘business’, it is also a family home that we are graciously sharing with you for a small fee so we expect campers to respectful of our land, our neighbors and your fellow campers. Anyone who can’t show integrity, maturity and be responsible and respectful of this will be asked to leave and/or permanently banned from both the winery and our campgrounds. No fighting! This includes couples fighting. Settle it 'off property'. We are pretty mellow, yet take bad behavior and disrespect for others very seriously. Unsupervised children has been a huge problem lately and we simply won’t tolerate very young children wandering the woods, running across other folks campsites, deliberately damaging our property etc. It is up to the parents to fully supervise their children and keep them safe! Caught without a last minute hotel room and rather not park your family in Walmart lot? We offer car camping in our parking lot for $15.00 a night. You’ll have access to bathrooms and a hot shower! We also have tents, sleeping bags and camping mats for rent. Summer of 2025 will be our third year open and there have been many wonderful improvements! ❤️ We made it through Hurricane Helene with minimal damage and with the help of some kind volunteers we have some great updates!

3. Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm

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28mi from Saluda · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Candler, NC

Peace and privacy await you on ouWe are still cler farm, pasture and woods, this working herb farm is a haven for rest and exploring. The Sites are situated far enough from each other to allow for privacy. Our land was originally where the Cherokee grew their medicine with Mt. Pisgah looking over us. Please be aware we are not completely cleared up after Hurricane Helene so we are limiting cars to 2 per site. There is parking about a mile away, or we can fit a 2 cars per site . If this is an issue please contact me to discuss. Also note we look a little different. The campsites are fine but the creek has changed its banks and the driving path moved a little. Please drive slowly on driveway and grounds. Drones are only allowed on our property and only in daylight hours and must be discussed with us prior. Our farm is Organic and we minimize the amount of chemicals used on it out of respect to the land. The creek has clean water, although we provide well water for the humans. Situated 20 minutes from Asheville and 2 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, we are close to civilization and far from the everyday hustle and bustle. This is a great place to unwind in nature. We will soon be adding Forest Bathing. The frogs eat most of the mosquitos and the fireflies will provide the nightly entertainment from May till August.

4. Exclusive Mountain Retreat Farm

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25mi from Saluda · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Swannanoa, NC

Incredible farm property, tons of wildlife, hiking to a stream in minutes. Old logging trails everywhere date back to the horse a buggy times. Close to Asheville and Black Mountain. Gardens everywhere and Farm animals roam free range. Wild berry bushes are abundant and organic free range fresh eggs available on request.

5. Turkey Creek Oasis~valley views

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38mi from Saluda · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Leicester, NC

STATUS REPORT: totally intact after hurricane. No damage and the land is not flooded. Even RVs can drive to the creek. Attention RV and van-lifers, here's your safe haven! Introducing a brand-new listing, and I'm seeking your assistance in navigating the ins and outs of hosting. Located just 25 minutes from downtown Asheville, this property sits in a rural, fertile valley, offering breathtaking views to the north and south. Encompassing a total of 23 acres, 5 of which are nearly flat and ideal for parking/camping, while the remainder provides excellent hiking opportunities. A charming bubbling creek, a storage barn suitable for construction or running a business, and the promise of future hydro-power with solar and a battery bank by the creek add to the property's appeal. For those parking near the main house, a 120v extension cord is available for power and internet access. Alternatively, if you prefer to park by the creek, please note that there is currently no power, internet, or water available in that area, though plans are underway for hydro-power with solar and a battery bank. IMPORTANT NOTE: heavy rains turn this area into a mess, it can be tricky to get in and out after a big rain. You are welcome to park at the top by the barn and walk down with a tent, but your RV could get stuck, so keep that in mind. Anticipate future offerings with RV power hookups. Presently, the amenities are somewhat rustic, serving as a trial to gauge interest. Composting outhouse is available now!. Rainwater and shallow well water are provided. Looking for a place to park your vehicle while you convert it into your home on wheels? Happy to set that up with power, water, and even a barn in which to work. Feel free to reach out with any questions or suggestions; your input is appreciated!

Public campgrounds near Saluda

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Paris Mountain Campground

22mi from Saluda · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in Paris Mountain State Park

Lake Powhatan nice spot for a relaxing picnic

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Lake Powhatan Campground

23mi from Saluda · 85 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pisgah National Forest

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Table Rock Campground

25mi from Saluda · 113 sites · Tents, RVs · in Table Rock State Park

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Kowee-Toxaway Campground

37mi from Saluda · 27 sites · Tents, RVs · in Keowee-Toxaway State Park

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Devils Fork Campground

39mi from Saluda · 115 sites · Tents, RVs · in Devils Fork State Park

Stories from the community

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Jay

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm

We had a wonderful stay at this campsite. Lorri was excellent at communicating from start to finish, which made everything easy. The site itself was very clean and quiet, and the creek nearby was absolutely amazing! such a perfect spot to relax. Overall, a very peaceful and enjoyable experience.

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Caroline

November 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

We had such a great stay! The shower was perfectly warm, the stars were beautiful, and the cidery that Chrissy and Tony built truly made our whole experience. They offer a bunch of fun cider flavors and a communal fire pit where everyone can relax together. We sat around for a long time just sipping and listening to stories by the fire. It was exactly what we needed!

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Daystar

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Turkey Creek Oasis~valley views

Reid's place was a great spot to camp the night! Only 30 mins from downtown Asheville. No/very little light pollution, so I could see the starry sky clearly. Level ground good for tent setup. Fire pit was well placed. It was very peaceful falling asleep to the sound of the running water in the nearby creek and waking up to the soft bellows of pasture cows in the distance. I would definitely recommend this place. Thank you!

Paula

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Turkey Creek Oasis~valley views

We had a great time camping here! The camping sites are in a large grassy meadow/field which sits in a valley with beautiful mountain views. A creek runs through the property, and there are lots of farms nearby. The facilities were very minimal for our tent site, only an outhouse which was perfectly fine with us. Everything was as described in the listing. This spot was centrally located to the places we wanted to visit (such as Pisgah NF, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, etc.), while still being far enough out to enjoy some peaceful, quiet mornings & evenings. We would definitely recommend this site and would love to come back!

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Mallory

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Turkey Creek Oasis~valley views

This spot had great views! We had a great time relaxing and star gazing!

Marlee

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm

I stayed in site 2, and falling asleep to the sound of the stream was AMAZING! Really loved the location, as it was in between downtown and the mountain. I will be back!!

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Maya

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm

We had a great time at Lorri’s herb farm! It was easy to find, comfortable, relatively private, and the sound of the creek is lovely in the background. Lorri was quick to respond and helped recommend nearby activities.

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Karen

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm

The host was very responsive and helped us get to the location and had a great hike recommendation. The surrounding nature was very beautiful. We enjoyed our stay.

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Katie

October 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

Cute space. We were only there for a quick overnight stay and a shower. That being said, I wish we had known there was a five minute limit on hot water ahead of time. After five minutes, the water turns cold, which really put a damper on an evening shower.

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Tommy

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

Loved the Gold Dust! The hosts were very friendly and accommodating and campground in general was lovely. Would not hesitate to stay here again!

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Michael

October 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

Friendly owners, tasty beer and cocktails, locally made ice cream, and lots of amenities at the individual campsite. We loved our stay!

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Mason

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

Really cute spot. Hosts were very nice and accommodating!

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Cindy

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

We had a great stay at the Mica site. It's the perfect size for our vehicle and tent, there's even a hammock, and small table and chairs provided plus a fire pit. We really enjoyed having drinks from the cidery while the soft strains of live music could be heard from our campsite. The walking trails (including a Halloween decorated trail in October!) are fun and the horses are lovely. Very conveniently located close to Emerald Village gem mine and Little Switzerland cafe. Everyone at the camgrounds were awesome and very kind, we can't wait to visit again!

Juliann

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

Ohhhh wow!! This place is everything you could want in a Hipcamp and more. I arrived at the perfect time of year—for mw—nearing peak leaf season. The chill in the air, the leaves turning, the rustle of leaves under your feet while you hike the many trails around the property. Ask Tony and he will give you treats for the horses. They love apples! I was greeted by Chrissy and shown my camping site at the gate. Thier warm homemade chai cider is delish! Especially in the cooler months. I didn’t want to leave! I was full on ready to ask if I could just live there and support them in taking care of that piece of land. And there is so much to do in that area!! I, myself, just needed to chill, so I didn’t partake in all there is to see in that part of NC. But there is so much to explore. I’ll be back!!

Dustin

October 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

Great experience, met Cassie and Tony when we arrived and they gave us a quick tour, great vibe and the winery/brewery gift shop was amazing and unexpected. The beer was outstanding and the mixed drinks were excellent! Camp sites were rustic but fun and had chairs, picnic table and fire pit. Well worth the stop if your in the area!

Need an 8x8 or 10x10 pop up canopy over your tent site or in your camping area? For just $10.00 extra dollars we can do that for you! The Ruby site

Justin

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

I loved camping by the Little Switzerland Orchard, Cidery, Winery & Brewery. The brews were great, and the atmosphere was too. Chrissy was above and beyond accommodating, and went above and beyond to help us with a tent when we realized ours was missing a vital pole to build it.

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natalie

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm

Lorri is a great host! Incredibly accommodating and even called us to let us know our best options when booking. The site was private and beautiful, the creek was clean, and the stars at night were incredible. Would highly recommend!

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Michael

October 2025

12 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Campgrounds at Little Switzerland

The campsite was great. There is a shower and a clubhouse that is nice to have if you forget some things. The hosts were super accommodating and made our stay at the campsite great!

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Amanda

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm

We really enjoyed our time on the land. It was beautiful, the creek was lovely, the meadow, the mountains, and the out house was clean and very useable. Lorri was very attentive and helpful.

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Lily

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Turkey Creek Oasis~valley views

It was super nice! Reid was super nice and made sure he got the bundle of firewood out. There were also other people on the land but they were so far away so it was still secluded. Amazing views as well both at the campsite and around the area.