The best campgrounds near Ducktown, Tennessee with swimming

Looking for a camping experience near Ducktown, Tennessee with swimming as your top activity? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 3400 options to choose from, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you're interested in a rustic retreat or a luxurious glamping experience, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews), Brooks Lake, a piece of Heaven (347 reviews), and The Falls at Sewanee Creek (286 reviews). With prices starting as low as $10 per night and popular amenities like potable water, toilets, and pet-friendly options, you're sure to have a memorable camping experience. Don't wait, book your camping adventure on Hipcamp today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping experience near Ducktown, Tennessee with swimming as your top activity? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 3400 options to choose from, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you're interested in a rustic retreat or a luxurious glamping experience, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like Smoky Mountain Mangalitsa Farm (388 reviews), Brooks Lake, a piece of Heaven (347 reviews), and The Falls at Sewanee Creek (286 reviews). With prices starting as low as $10 per night and popular amenities like potable water, toilets, and pet-friendly options, you're sure to have a memorable camping experience. Don't wait, book your camping adventure on Hipcamp today!

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1. Mountain Creek Rest

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31mi from Ducktown · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Robbinsville, NC

Mountain Creek Rest is a rural, creek side get-a-way in the mountains with 2 beautiful, huge, tent sites and a mini-cabin, also on a large site! It does not have hook ups, power, or running water. You get there on a gravel road with 2wd as long as your car has 5.5" of clearance. (google your car) Heartstone tent site is a stunningly beautiful, romantic campsite for 2! There is a new, large tent pad if you have children! The Diamondstone site is also a unique, beautiful, one-of-a-kind site! It has a beautiful, furnished, shelter cabin is provided for you instead of using your tent!!! Leave your tent and the set-up at home! There is also room for a tent and your children out front, right beside the creek! Islandsite is an equally beautiful tent site ideally for two, but the 10x12 platform can accommodate a 6-man tent, best for 2 adults and a couple of kids! You won't want to leave, but if you do there are many recreational opportunities in the area such as hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, and more! Stays of 6 days or more get a big discount! Enjoy the fresh, cooler mountain air, and the beautiful, settings! Heartstone is located on a modestly pitched, terraced slope where a divided mountain stream, the tumbling Squally Creek rejoins itself! The sunlight filters down through the forest canopy providing a warm, inviting glow!! There is a 9'-6" x 10' wooden tent platform, and if needed a new, larger tent pad! Islandsite is located at the top of the island where the tumbling Squally Creek divides! Access is provided by the 40' long fallen tree bridge! Islandsite is unique, private, and very romantic! Diamondstone, Heartstone, and Islandsite feature a picnic table, charcoal grille, and comfort facility all within a short walk from your private parking! Enjoy evenings at the new fire pit area with benches overlooking the fire pit and creek! Explore the island on the 400' island trail, or go downstream to a nice pool for dipping! Contact me for discounts when staying more than 6 nights! The gravel road is uneven, and 5.5" of clearance is recommended. Extra guests are an available option! The property is spacious and there is parking for a second vehicle nearby if needed!

2. Eads Bluff Farm

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34mi from Ducktown · 41 sites · Tents, RVs · Georgetown, TN

You won’t find a better view anywhere with easy access from interstate 75. Enjoy all kinds of water sports while you’re just 20 minutes from shopping and restaurants in Charlston TN. Up nTo Six guest on this site Kayaks for rent so bring your camping gear and camp with us take a look at Eads Bluff Overlook.. Don't forget to bring your pets as they make any campfire so much better. https://youtu.be/pPBPh2Hdy-o

3. Candy Mountain Goat Farm

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7.1mi from Ducktown · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Murphy, NC

Our six-acre solar-powered goat farm is a quiet and peaceful slice of paradise away from the chaos and noise but close to so many places to adventure. Winter is here and our Upper RV Pad has 30 amp service to help keep you warm. Temperatures generally recover in March, so unless you want to dress for sub 40 degrees, we'll see you in the Spring! Feed and play with the goats, picnic along our grass-covered brook, hang out around the large fire pit, and rejuvenate while being close to the many Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountain activities. We have two custom-built RV pads with 15 and 30-amp service plus water and four grass tent locations overlooking a small brook in a forest-shaded park-like setting. Internet is provided by Starlink Business - high speed, low latency, and great for remote workers. We provide solid service throughout the entire property. Work from the top of a mountain!! IP service is available throughout the property - perfect for Van Life or van living. 300-500 down and at least 20-30 up!! Nearby are numerous towns, festivals, hiking trails, lakes, waterfalls, and other outdoor activities such as tubing, white water rafting, and boating. If you want to chill, you can check out a local swimming hole. We have several options for our guests at the farm, including a small zipline, farm activities, loop trail, spring trail, Saturday outdoor movies (on request), and our petting area where you can interact with very friendly goats. RV/CAR/VANLIFE We can help by recommending and using local mechanics, on-site RV repair (they come to us), solar and power troubleshooting, and good old-fashioned southern kindness.

4. Cherokee National Forest

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625 sites · Mountain City, Tennessee

Follow us to Tennessee and dive into the grandeur of the Cherokee National Forest! It’s filled to the brim with scenic forested trails, rushing rivers, and rainbow trout. During the day you can go rafting, and at night you can bask yourself in moonshine (of various sorts) and brush up on your constellations. If you are in pursuit of some Appalachian Mountain bliss, this is the right place to start. Don’t forget your camera, you're going to want to show these vistas off!

5. Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

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557 sites · Blairsville, Georgia

Visit the Georgian gateway to the Appalachian Trail.

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6. Jason's Meadow

31mi from Ducktown · 1 site · Lodging · Suches, GA

This RV is located with stunning views and in close proximity to a field of horses. Enjoy watching them graze while starting your mornings in the mountain sunshine. Just a few minutes down the road is lake Winfield Scott where you can swim, fish, and hike. Visit Suches Life Store for more hiking information and to browse local art.

7. Mountain Riders Riverfront Camping

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35mi from Ducktown · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Andrews, NC

All sites are on the valley river surrounded by mountain views. Close to the Dragon Tail, Trail of Tears, and the North Georgia / Tennessee border. Zip lining, white water rafting, fishing, hiking, and biking are all nearby. Enjoys stunning views, the sound of the river, and plenty of other outdoor activities around. Two separate bathhouses are available with 2 full bathrooms in each and a laundry room is also available.

8. Blue Ridge Basecamp

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45mi from Ducktown · 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.

9. Your Toccoa River Cove!

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9.7mi from Ducktown · 3 sites · Lodging · Mineral Bluff, GA

The Cove consists of 12 acres with a tributary stream and spring fed ponds less than a half mile from the Toccoa River. It was originally the water source for the surrounding properties prior to the city installing a water system. It is completely private and unspoiled nature, with about a mile of walking trails throughout. The Mountaintop is a 3 acre high elevation site bordering 140 acres of undisturbed woods and is also very close to the Toccoa River. Fantastic location yet very private for base camp to access the many activities in this area, or enjoy the Toccoa River. It is the only campground in Fannin County limited to only one group at a time. Each site includes 2 access points to the Toccoa River. The Gibbs Drive community river access lot has a charcoal grill, picnic table, boat launch, swimming rock and fire pit with chairs. The Toccoa River Forest community river access lot has a big boat ramp. The river is controlled flow and usually at low water from dawn to about 2 pm, ideal for fishing or swimming/wading/boulder bopping. The River release schedule is available online at the website TVA.gov. The River has swift current when the dam is opened for release, usually daily. This property is conveniently located in Mineral Bluff, Georgia 30559, just 4 miles off the 4-lane highway (Highway 515/76) and just a short drive to Blue Ridge, Georgia; Blairsville, Georgia; Murphy, North Carolina, McCaysville, Georgia and Copper Hill, Tennessee. It is a paved road drive all the way to the entrance. It is located just a few miles from the center of downtown Blue Ridge with art galleries, many restaurants, brew pubs, shopping, the Blue Ridge Brewing Company, Mercier Orchard, the Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad, and more! The Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad runs most of the year from Blue Ridge to McCaysville, right along the Toccoa River. The campsites are equally close to downtown McCaysville, Ga. /Copper Hill, TN. You are a short drive from Lake Blue Ridge, the Chattahoochee National Forest, Brasstown Bald and many hiking trails, such as the Aska adventure area, the Appalachian Trail, the Benton McCaye Trail, and trails in the Big Frog wilderness area, Cohutta wilderness area (largest wilderness area east of the Mississippi) the Rich Mountain wilderness area and the Project Chimps hiking trails. The Ocoee River whitewater center with the Olympic kayak rapids and the world class mountain biking trails are less than 20 minutes away. Hiking, biking, fishing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, tubing, boating, swimming, zip lines -- oh my!

10. Fort Mountain State Park

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28 sites · Chatsworth, Georgia

This sprawling park has multi-use trails, an ancient fort, and a lakeside beach.

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11. Nantahala National Forest

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438 sites · Franklin, North Carolina

Discover what the Cherokee call the Land of the Noonday Sun.

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12. Vogel State Park

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39 sites · Blairsville, Georgia

Georgia’s second-oldest state park is home to some of the state’s most scenic landscapes.

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13. Harrison Bay State Park

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149 sites · Lakesite, Tennessee

Packed with adventure opportunities, Harrison Bay is an easy escape from the city.

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14. Herzen Platz (a place in the Heart)

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48mi from Ducktown · 1 site · Lodging · Sautee Nacoochee, GA

Learn more about this land: The hot tub has been closed for the season!! 15 ft Diameter bell tent with Queen bed, glamping in comfort. Close trails, right on the stream, electric and water, large bell tent, modern outhouse, close to the German Village of Helen Georgia. Ziplining, Alpine Coaster and Wineries nearby. , Hot shower included. Breakfast is available daily.

15. West Preserve

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27mi from Ducktown · 33 sites · Tents, Lodging · Warne, NC

West Preserve is located on a family farm of approximately 100 acres. You will see mountains,rolling hills and water. This farm has been untouched until recently.The Briar and The Bloom are brand new structures waiting for you to enjoy.Water Tubing is available at West Tubing Company.

16. Tiny Home Way

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31mi from Ducktown · 6 sites · Lodging · Blairsville, GA

Porcini is a tiny home near a trickling creek in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Located back in the woods down a long winding mountain road, you'll find all the conveniences of home. If you aren't a camping person but want a little adventure such as climbing a ladder to bed, this is the place for you. * Hot tub * Outdoor fire pit * Wireless internet * Full kitchen * Streaming TV * Pet friendly: $75 fee per pet * Heated mattress pad in winter * Large deck space with a Charcoal grill

17. Camping in the woods in Ocoee

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19mi from Ducktown · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Ocoee, TN

The Farm on Federal is a beautiful 11 acre property in the heart of Ocoee, Tennessee! Park your RV, camper, camper van or even tent camp on our beautiful forested farm. You will have access to many different kinds of sites on our property. We offer full hookup RV sites as well as camper van and car camping sites and even rustic tent campsites! We raise rotationally-grazed, beyond-organic, forest-fed and pasture raised chicken eggs, meat chickens, pork and lamb. Peak into our small-scale farming operation! You will be in the middle of Ocoee - close to all kinds of water adventures on the Ocoee or Hiwassee River and Parksville Lake. We do offer kayak and tube rentals as well as a shuttle service to the river! There is also lots of land adventures like hiking, mountain biking and much more in the Cherokee National Forest. Also located only 15 minutes from downtown Cleveland and 45 minutes from downtown Chattanooga. We offer a full hook up as well as sewer dumping station for a small fee, fast Wifi, fire wood, fresh farm products, as well as from scratch sourdough products/baked goods/other tasty treats and much more! For more information, you can view our website. Other Things to Note: While we have well behaved and calm animals, this is not a petting zoo. Please do not approach the animals. Also, all fences are hot, meaning electrified and on... do not touch!

18. Creekside Bliss

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16mi from Ducktown · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Morganton, GA

We have a 10-acre homestead and would like to share the beauty of the North Georgia Mountains with fellow campers. Please note: we are a farm and have roosters....sorry for the noise but we love our animals. :) We have a clean toilet house. It is located between campsites 3 and 4. Within a couple miles of our property there is mountain biking, hiking, lake access of swimming and boating. Bring your kayak to enjoy seeing Lake Nottely! We live on the property, and it is a working homestead. We have chickens (roosters too). We ask that you keep your dogs *at your camp site at all times* (we have had camper's dogs run through the field at us and scare us to pieces and we'd rather not experience that again! lol) Want to get a workout in? We have a gym on the property, Confidence Training and Fitness. If you would like to join a one-hour class, check out our extras for more details and how to sign up. We would love to workout with you! Enjoy the sounds of the creek and put your tent on level land. We have firepits at each camp site. Firewood is available for purchase, just send us a message. We can deliver to your campsite. We also have tables and chairs for rent. Need something else? Let us know, we want you to have the best, memorable stay ever! Just an FYI that cell service can be a little spotty, sorry about that! Gotta love mountain life! We hope you will choose our property and enjoy your stay!

19. Magical Mountain Resorts

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39mi from Ducktown · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hayesville, NC

Five gravel, flat RV sites with electric and water, by a trout creek and dump site on property! Tiny homes on property, hammocks, fire pit and more. 30 minutes away from Lake Chatuge, local brewing companies, local shopping, wine tasting, local artist displays and Marinas on the lake. Hiking, fishing

20. Babbling Brook RV Site

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27mi from Ducktown · 1 site · RV · Blairsville, GA

The site allows for all Class B RVs, Class C RVs up to 30 ft, and up to 25 ft travel trailers. This spot has sewer hookups, electricity, city water, and internet (Wifi)! You must dispose of your own trash. Please leave the site as you found it. Babbling Brook RV Site is a beautiful haven tucked away from the rest of the bustling world, allowing you the peace and quiet you deserve. The one acre property, spanning across the gorgeous forest, has private access to 200 feet of creek waterfront, allowing for you to fish and relax in the water to your heart's content. The creek is about knee-deep, meaning it is shallow enough for you to properly unwind in and enjoy the calming sounds of the water running around you. Deer has also been known to cross across the property and can be observed as much as you wish. This spot is only 5-10 minutes away from downtown Blairsville, a quaint little town with many shops for you to browse and activities to try out! Additionally, Meeks Park is only 8 minutes away with nature trails, sports fields, a dog park, swimming pools, and many more! Lastly, there are several waterfalls nearby and many recreational activities, such as horseback riding, that you can enjoy as well. We hope you come and enjoy your stay at our property and can appreciate it for the charming and lovely respite it is!

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Magical Mountain Resorts

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39mi from Ducktown · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hayesville, NC

Five gravel, flat RV sites with electric and water, by a trout creek and dump site on property! Tiny homes on property, hammocks, fire pit and more. 30 minutes away from Lake Chatuge, local brewing companies, local shopping, wine tasting, local artist displays and Marinas on the lake. Hiking, fishing

Babbling Brook RV Site

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27mi from Ducktown · 1 site · RV · Blairsville, GA

The site allows for all Class B RVs, Class C RVs up to 30 ft, and up to 25 ft travel trailers. This spot has sewer hookups, electricity, city water, and internet (Wifi)! You must dispose of your own trash. Please leave the site as you found it. Babbling Brook RV Site is a beautiful haven tucked away from the rest of the bustling world, allowing you the peace and quiet you deserve. The one acre property, spanning across the gorgeous forest, has private access to 200 feet of creek waterfront, allowing for you to fish and relax in the water to your heart's content. The creek is about knee-deep, meaning it is shallow enough for you to properly unwind in and enjoy the calming sounds of the water running around you. Deer has also been known to cross across the property and can be observed as much as you wish. This spot is only 5-10 minutes away from downtown Blairsville, a quaint little town with many shops for you to browse and activities to try out! Additionally, Meeks Park is only 8 minutes away with nature trails, sports fields, a dog park, swimming pools, and many more! Lastly, there are several waterfalls nearby and many recreational activities, such as horseback riding, that you can enjoy as well. We hope you come and enjoy your stay at our property and can appreciate it for the charming and lovely respite it is!

TeePee Village Ocoee Hiwassee River

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17mi from Ducktown · 3 sites · Lodging · Benton, TN

TeePee Village beneath Bean Mountain & Cherokee National Forest Benton Tn. Between the Ocoee (Whitewater Rafting) & Hiwassee (Trophy Trout) Rivers. 3 TeePee's 20' High & wide on a Round Wooden platform. Equipped Bathhouse for each TeePee. Community Coffee, fire pit, creek, corn hole, HOT TUB TV, Toaster Oven, Microwave and Stink, Just a few miles from The Ocoee and Hiwassee River. The World renown OCOEE River the site of the 1996 Olympic Kayaking events hosts at least 21 Outfitters for booking Whitewater rafting, The Hiwassee a National Scenic River with Trophy Trout River is a lot milder Family Friendly to Float on their own Tubing, Canoeing and Rafting. The Appalachian Trail is not far away Hiking to Benton Falls or Swimming at Lake McKamy or Parksville Lake Scenic Overlooks are in abundance. Train lovers would love the Hiwassee River Rail Adventure all the way to Copperhill and back. The Chilhowee Glider Airport is right down the street featuring Glider Rides. Antique stores and Knick knack shops 6 miles away in Etowah along with 2 Supermarkets and nearby Restaurants the Amish colony for Fresh Grown Vegetables and much more. If you’re looking for Adventure it abounds at TEEPEE VILLAGE in Southeast Tennessee!

Gunsmoke Cabin

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28mi from Ducktown · 1 site · Lodging · Ellijay, GA

This 616sf not so tiny cabin is beautifuly situated on 3 1/2 acres. There is a very large front yard to be able to bring your off roading toys or boat. The back yard is securly fenced for your dogs! The community has 2 ponds alot of nature, wildlife and privacy. Nearby is Carter's lake, downtown Ellijay or Chatsworth along with many hiking trails. We are dog friendly, but no cats please. (There is a $75 fee per dog) Check in usc4pm Check out is 9am

Sugarloafers on the Lower Ocoee

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16mi from Ducktown · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Benton, TN

Sugarloafers is located on a portion of the old Ocoee Outdoors Zipline. It is nestled along the lower Ocoee river with great views of Sugarloaf and Big Frog Mountains. This is an excellent gateway to Parksville Lake and the Cherokee National Forest and all the activities it affords including whitewater rafting on the Hiwasee and Ocoee Rivers, mountain biking, kayaking, lazy river tubing/floating, fishing, and so much more! Our property is one of nine - 5 acre tracts along the river. As of Fall of 2024, the adjacent lots have houses on them. So while this campsite is some distance from the houses, it is currently within view. Although the campsite is back from the highway, road noise can be an issue especially on the weekends. Highway 64 is one of three major roads in the county. Unfortunatley, tents don't block the sounds of Harleys racing down the road at 2 a.m. Consider bringing earplugs or muffs if you are a light sleeper! Within a mile from the end of the driveway there is: Food - Subway Sandwich Shop and the Gondoler restaraunt. Whitewater Outfitters - Ocoee Outdoors, NOC Ocoee Outpost, ACE Ocoee Adventures Myrtles Cafe is now two miles east next to the Firefly Market. Please consider visiting these local business, they provide excellent service. Other - Rock Creek Oufitters Ocoee Store, Ocoee Express Gas Station and Convenience Store, Sugarloaf River Park and Parksville Dam and the entrance to the Cherokee National Forest! Dollar General & Foodcity - 4.2 miles back towards Cleveland (because someone forgot their phone charging cable and you want a 6 pack of beer). Middle Ocoee Private boater takeout is only a 10 minute drive east on Hwy 64. Consider a hike to beautiful Benton Falls - drive to the top of Chilhowee Mountain and it's a 3 mile round trip hike. !!!ALSO!!! Due to the massive damage caused by hurricane Helene on September 27, 2024 - especially to I-40 through the mountains - Highway 64 is now one of the primary routes into NC from TN. Expect traffic along this route to be busier than normal.

The Heart Center

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40mi from Ducktown · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Robbinsville, NC

The Heart Center sits on 30 acres of beautiful forest land and it is surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest. The place is an old school site that was literally left to be buried by the forest, until I came along and decided to fix it up, and create a holistic sanctuary for people wishing to get away from it all. A place where one can heal, contemplate, re-energize, and relax in a quiet and pristine environment. Feel secluded enough to experience your own inner stillness; and, yet, connected enough to enjoy many beautiful area attractions that are just minutes away such as: Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Fontana Dam and the Appalachian Trail, 20 Mile Ranger Station, Cherohala Skyway, and Santeetlah Lake!The Heart Center is about love, unity, harmony, joy and re-connecting with ourselves, others, and Mother Nature. At the Heart Center, we take special interest in providing our guests with a uniquely peaceful, positive, comfortable, and relaxing experience! Whether you are laying on a hammock, walking the labyrinth, or just sitting on the deck taking in the sights and sounds, we want you to enjoy.

Nantahala: Cabins & Campsites

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41mi from Ducktown · 13 sites · Tents, Lodging · NC

We just retired from Active Duty Air Force! My ancestors have owned the land our NC cabins sit on since 1836. In fact, my mother grew up there after my Grandfather returned from WWII when there was no electricity and the outhouse was a bench over the creek. I grew up hiking the mountains with my brothers and our BB guns and my Uncle Frank at our family reunions. In 2005 he deeded us a parcel of land and we built our first cabin - Smawlie. We love to come to the cabin and Hike the trails on our own property, and of course, the world famous ones that join them, namely the Bartram and the Appalachian Trails. As you explore the lake, the trails, the rivers, and the mountain roads you'll see why our ancestors settled here. In 2018 - we bought the remainder of Uncle Frank's land - and in his honor built our second cabin - Frank's Landing. Also in that year I started managing my brother Bill's cabin. When we were stationed in Alaska for 6 heavenly years - we purchased a remote parcel of property and have slowly begun to develop it. We just completed building our cabin there. Thanks for reading this little tid bit about us. We love to explore the mountains and are excited to share our cabins with you.

Primitive River Farm

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49mi from Ducktown · 5 sites · Tents · Clayton, GA

Please keep in mind that there are no refunds within 30 days of booking, so please be sure that you are OK with this work going on before booking. Please don't ask if you can shift booking due to rain. It doesn't work like this. Sorry. You are free to cancel, so calendar is clear. Then IF someone books it I will refund my share of this, but I can't refund Hipcamp's share, and there are no guarantees someone will book it. Please don't get mad at me for this. Read this before booking. If you anyone puts any more nails in my trees, you will be charged $100 per nail. What kind of person uses a Recreation Area and puts nails in a tree? Answer: The kind who doesn't mind paying $100 per nail. I hate to come across like this, but those doing this type of damage are ruining it for everyone else.... Be warned. If there is dangerous weather, flood watch, tornado, etc. I will be happy to refund the time we were under this watch.... PLEASE READ ALL THIS BEFORE BOOKING.....This is a recreation area, NOT A CAMPGROUND. You have access to 44 acres in the mountains of North Georgia, on Tallulah River. Trout fishing, camping in beautiful Rabun County. Lot's of outdoor activities in the area. Forest Service land, and more nearby. This is not a campground, but a private Recreation Area on 43.7 acres on Tallulah River, which we love to share. Yes, there is a house here an there along the border. People choose to camp in the easy to access area, instead of hiking out to more seclude places on the property. So if you have a problem with the house being there across from the "sweet spot" please just choose a different place to spot. I find it so funny people want to come to secluded and be able to DRIVE TO IT, with no other people around. It is mostly secluded, but people do live around here, and a few houses border this property. People have actually given us bad reviews because of this. Hike in and camp away if it bothers you that someone lives across the river. And yes, there are chickens, foxes, coyotes, bears. Yes there is a road. Yes, they cut the trees down along the road to build the new bridge. Yes I have planted trees, and it will be more private as these grow. All this being said, please read on... This is rural neighborhood in Persimmon Community, Georgia. There are neighbors. Act accordingly, the few who do not! We are a few miles from NC line, and about 20 or so from SC line, in the most Northeast corner of Georgia. We are blessed with mountains, water, and a great community. 43.7 acres access, 1,000 feet of Tallulah River frontage (actually, property line is down the middle of the river), there is a nice road to the place, and a field and Tallulah River...... You can drive into the field, have fun in the river, and camp, build a fire, do whatever you like in our space. If you don't like being close to the very nice neighbors across from the car accesable spot, the camp further up the field, or pack by foot up the mountain. We are NOT a campground. We have no fixed sites. The fire pits were made by campers, not by me (the owner.) People have actually complained to me that there are neighbors across the river. CAMP AWAY FROM THERE IF IT BOTHERS YOU. And yes, they have chickens, that will wake you at dawn... Yes, there is a road. Yes there is a field. No, there are no fixed campsites. We are not a campground. We leave you alone. We will try to answer questions, but I do not sit by the phone. This is just us sharing access to the land. We want to preserve this like this, for as long as we can. I genuinely want to share this place. But that being said, I would rather not interface with campers. I live in the middle of nowhere for a reason. I assume you want to visit the middle of nowhere to be left alone. This is what I will do. I do my best to keep this going, and open to being shared. That's my job. But I am not going to find you stuff to do, watch the calendar, or whatever. Just look up THINGS TO DO IN RABUN COUNTY. DON'T TRESPASS ON NEIGHBORS' LAND If people come on the land while you are here, THEY are trespassing. I try to keep it private, but there is the occasional interloper who wanders on. Just tell them you have it lease, it is private. I am sorry for this. People are, well.... PEOPLE.... There is 44 acres here. Over 1,000 feet of river frontage. There is great fishing here. Please respect the property lines. We love our neighbors, and they love us. We want to keep it this way. Be aware that the property if BELOW the bridge, all the way back to the old cabin. That next branch is the property line. I will try and provide a plat, or map so you will be aware of the lines. There is also plenty of public property in Rabun County. Rabun County is 65% US Forest Service land. If 44 private acres isn't enough, then check out some of the wonderful public places around here. Look in photos for plat of the property. You agree to not trespass. Also, property line is down the middle of the river. Please don't trespass across the river. For exact direction put this exact string into Google Maps: VFX6+M7 Clayton, Georgia We are also pet-friendly, so long as your animal is well behaved. And while we are at it, please do not do doughnuts in the hay field. Every young kid from Athens seems to want to tear up the hay field. Please don't! We expect it to be left mostly like it was. Thanks! There are 44 acres here on Tallulah River. Come camp wherever you want on here. That's it. Lot's of photos on here. Let's of people with 100 questions! Hopefully they are all answered here. Please, be aware it is just a piece of land in the mountains of North Georgia. Help us preserve it for your use! Enjoy it! Leave it like you found it! All happy! CANCELLATION POLICY Also please keep in mind that there are no last minute cancellations. I cannot re-book it after a certain point, so please make sure this is where you want to stay. If I have one more person come and say it is too isolated, or not isolated enough, or there is dirt, or whatever. Buyer be informed. We charge very little to share this gorgeous private land with you. We try to make this simple, friendly, and answer as best we can any questions you have. But just beware that there are NO REFUNDS unless more than 30 days before the booking dates. THE RIVER Tallulah River has great atmosphere, trout fishing, and more. But please be aware that when rain comes, the river can rise quickly. We try to be aware, but you need to stay aware. This is on a flood plain, so it does flood sometimes, and fast. BE AWARE and Stay safe. Our mission is to preserve this beautiful mountain land the way it is, and to share it with people who will enjoy, appreciate, and take care of it. FACILITIES We don't have regular facilities. But we do offer nice new camp toilet for $22. You are expected to either bring your own camp toilet, and bag your waste out, or you can buy a toilet bucket and some plastic bags, and cat litter. This is a brand new unopened toilet lid and a brand new 5 gallon bucket. Bring some cat litter, and some bags to line the bucket, and some Ziploc bags to put this in and seal. The cost of a bucket potty is $22 NO MORE KITTY TRENCHES. You are expected to remove your waste and put it in your trash each time you use it. This is for consideration of others. IF YOU LEAVE TRASH YOU WILL BE CHARGED $50 FOR CLEANUP. IF YOU LEAVE HUMAN WASTE, YOU WILL BE CHARGED $500 FOR CLEANUP.......... I am only saying this because as we get more experience, we learn what people are actually capable of. Most people are very good about everything. But there have been a few people who actually expected me to clean up their waste, and then they gave me a bad review, etc. I am a decent guy. I will share my million dollar property with you for $40 a night. I will leave you alone. But please.... PLEASE... don't expect me to clean up after you. And when I do have to clean up after you, please don't curse me, divert, give excuses. If you camp here you are expected to be decent, and treat me decently. This is only for that 1%... Thanks. THERE WILL BE NO MORE CAT HOLE TOILET USE.... YOU ARE EXPECTED TO BRING A CAMP TOILET, OR PURCHASE ONE.... IF YOU BOOK MY PROPERTY, YOU AGREE TO THESE TERMS. PLEASE READ ALL THIS AGAIN BEFORE YOU BOOK. Other than that, please come enjoy! Thanks! For exact direction put this exact string into Google Maps:

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Stories from the community

the spacious shelter sits across the creek from the main camping area and in the middle of the 12 acre heavily wooded site

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Katherine

1 week ago

With pets

3 nights at Your Toccoa River Cove!

Another great trip to the Cove! For anyone who comes right after us, we set up your first fire logs in the firepit. We brought our own firewood but you’ll find enough logs in the wood crib to do about two fires, plus the giant stumps that are great to prolong the fire if you can get one going. George also has a bale of pine straw in there which is super helpful to get a fire started. My whole review is about fires, can you tell it was cold while we were there haha! Saw several deer and hawks. Lots of stars and quiet.

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Jennifer

2 weeks ago

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Your Toccoa River Cove!

As usual, it was a perfect retreat from a busy life. Thank you!

Picnic table and tent pad area. Brian has a string of USB lights set up that you can plug into a USB port.

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Tiffany

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mountain Creek Rest

I cannot recommend this campsite enough. The sound of the creek flowing right beside the site was beautiful and made the entire stay feel calm and peaceful. The campsite itself was spacious, giving my dogs plenty of room to roam off leash while still letting me keep a close eye on them. I also loved having the island trail just a few steps away for easy exploring. It was everything I needed for a simple, stress-free camping trip that still felt secluded and quiet. Perfect in every way. I hope to visit again soon!

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Conor

2 weeks ago

Tent

3 nights at Mountain Creek Rest

The Islandsite is probably one of, if not the most unique and beautiful campsites I’ve stayed at. Brian communicated everything we needed to know ahead of our arrival. We will definitely be returning. Highly recommend bringing everything you plan on needing before arriving as the road into town is quite lengthy.

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Derek

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Primitive River Farm

A great spot. The rooster will wake you up that the neighbors have, but that will be the least of your issues as you enjoy the river. The fire pit may need to be scooped out upon arrival It’s fantastic to be able to camp in the hills/mountains and not fight camp grounds.

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Bill

2 weeks ago

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Eads Bluff Farm

Perfect spot for us! Host was most gracious and understanding.

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Don

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Eads Bluff Farm

Beautiful place! Just as the photos show. Exactly what we needed.

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Patricia

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Gunsmoke Cabin

Cabin was beautiful. It was private and quiet. Would love to go back.

Ali

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Mountain Creek Rest

Heartstone is.... wow. Such a beautiful secluded camp site. Everything about my trip with my pup was perfect. We didn’t want to leave! I can't wait to come back!

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Ashley

3 weeks ago

16 ft car

With pets

1 night at Eads Bluff Farm

Beautiful location with stunning views; the stars and sunrise were lovely. The hosts were very quick with communication. I hope to stay again sometime and would recommend to others who are looking for a primitive camping experience in a great place.

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Robert

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Creekside Bliss

Wonderful camp site #3 next to a lovely creek and a convenient camp toilet. It was easy to find the site, it was very private, and the stars were bright! We included two bundles of wood with our booking and we were very happy with the quality of the wood and the amount. Well worth the money. We would definitely return

Julia

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Herzen Platz (a place in the Heart)

We had a great stay at Hertzen Platz. The tent was very spacious and as comfortable as the photos and previous guests conveyed. Gary was a welcoming host who clearly cares about the land and delivering a top-notch experience, breakfast was awesome as well!

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Elizabeth

3 weeks ago

16 ft car

2 nights at Candy Mountain Goat Farm

I had a great stay at the goat farm! I liked my site, and was able to use the bathroom at the back of the house. I also enjoyed the goats and dogs.

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Steven

November 2025

31 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Magical Mountain Resorts

This place was really nice. Great for kids. They had a blast. The host were amazing. Not one bad thing to say about it. Stayed 11/7/25 - 11/10/2025. Will definitely stay there again.

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Brenda

November 2025

19 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Magical Mountain Resorts

The hosts are very helpful and knowledgeable. The thoroughness of plan for the resort and level of detail is truly remarkable!

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Audrey

November 2025

Tent

3 nights at Mountain Creek Rest

This was our 3rd year staying at Brian’s campsites! We absolutely love it! Brian takes excellent care of his sites. They are private and have the best views!

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Scott

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Your Toccoa River Cove!

Great spot. The property is beautiful and the shelter makes for an easy stay.

You are definitely in the mountains now! shelter is hand crafted from all rough sawn locally sourced wood from the site or from Fannin County forests.

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Jennifer

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Your Toccoa River Cove!

Mountain Top site was AMAZING. Everything is so convenient and the outhouse is the cleanest! I can’t wait to come again!

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Bina

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mountain Creek Rest

We truly enjoyed our stay here! This was our second time camping at Brian’s land, and we finally got to meet him in person , he is so kind, caring, and genuinely checks in to make sure we were comfortable. He even helped guide us with some great hiking routes nearby, which made the trip even better. The campsite itself is beautiful, peaceful, and the perfect getaway if you love nature. We highly recommend this spot, and future Hipcampers should know that the host is very approachable and the land is amazing. We will definitely come back again! 🌲🏕️

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Wesley

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Your Toccoa River Cove!

Well kept beautiful spot, always a pleasure to stay here!