97% (11.5K) • 1,205 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Pittman Center
Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
1. Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
96%
(69)
16mi from Pittman Center · 32 sites · Tents, Lodging
In the heart of the Smoky Mountains surrounded by Cherokee National Forest lies Standing Bear Farm, a turn of the century multi-generational farmstead including the original homestead, barns, outbuildings and farmhouse. The outbuildings have now been converted to a bunkhouse and cabin where we offer rustic lodging to hikers and others interested in stepping back from today's hectic lifestyle to a time in America's past when life in rural back-country Appalachia was considered the "good life".
We are accessible by road via I40. There is a small exit due to construction (BE CAREFUL, as we have had Hipcampers miss the exit) Keep left, go underneath the interstate and up the gravel road (going around the road closed signs) to our hostel which is the first building you come to.
We are first-come, first-served in Northbound thru hiking season (March 15 through May 15), however, reservations are available at all other times of the year by contacting us via phone 4234870014 (Call) or 4236080149 (Call or Text). Hike or drive-in. Business hours: 8am-8pm. Open year round and on holidays. Call ahead if arriving early in the morning or late at night.
We offer shuttles to various beautiful hikes, waterfalls, and more—on and off the trail. Please call or text us for prices and scheduling or you may email to get a price quote. Price varies based on party size, distance, and road conditions and closures. Give us a call to inquire about our kenneling and shuttle service for your furry friends that are not allowed in the GSMNP.
We have trail-foods and ready-to-make foods available on site for all your hiking needs. We also have a camp fuel for sale as well as toiletries and other trail essentials. Restock on essential food items to get you on to Hot Springs (northbound) or through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (southbound). We also have items to cook on hand such as pizzas, burgers, and much more!
Book today for a taste of authentic, rustic Appalachian charm. Our farm is steps away from the wilderness, with all the amenities you need. We look forward to meeting ya!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$23
/ night
Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm
2. Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm
95%
(370)
41mi from Pittman Center · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$39
/ night
Roamstead
3. Roamstead
97%
(55)
6.9mi from Pittman Center · 77 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Roamstead was born on a family RV trip across the country. Our founders noticed their glamorous plans often ended in glorified parking lots or dirty campgrounds without amenities or thought regarding design. Alongside that, many campgrounds seemed unapproachable to those who hadn’t been before. A vision was born to reinvent 'roughing it' in a way that could welcome all adventurers to experience the magic of the great outdoors.
We believe the beauty of nature should be experienced by everyone. It's good for your health, and the more we connect with and learn about the outdoors, the more we'll feel compelled to protect it. Whether you've been camping all your life or this would be your first trip, we're here for you. We aim to build a bridge (you know, a metaphorical one) to the great outdoors, where all adventures can truly feel welcome.
Roamstead is committed to making our outdoor spaces accessible to everyone. At our Smoky Mountains location, we're partnering with Friends of the Smokies to do just that. Friends assists the National Park Service in its mission to preserve and protect the Great Smoky Mountains National Park by raising funds and public awareness, and providing volunteers for needed projects. They restore trails, build handicap accessible access points, and provide urban youth educational opportunities in the park, to name just a few of their many projects. A dollar of each stay at Roamstead Smoky Mountains is donated back to Friends of the Smokies to help continue their mission.
Toilets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$69
/ night
Cozy Creekside Camping
4. Cozy Creekside Camping
3.1mi from Pittman Center · 1 site · RV
LOT ONLY, with full hookups
This cozy creekside lot is perfect for your next outdoor camping adventure—just bring your own RV, travel trailer, pop-up, or other RVIA-certified camper.
Most of the photos were taken in January, but in spring, summer, and fall this lovely shaded campsite feels secluded and serene, while still offering all the comforts of home.
The site includes creekside posts for hanging a hammock and a fireside hanging-chair post. It is located near the pool, bathhouse, laundry facilities, and a small playground.
The lot is located in a gated campground with many amenities, including two seasonal pools, a coin-operated laundromat, a game room, an exercise facility, and a seasonal restaurant.
You are also welcome to book this lot through the campground’s main office, but my Hipcamp listing is cheaper.
Other things to note
Pets are welcome. However, please be aware there is a $10 non-refundable pet fee, paid upon check-in through the campground office, to cover the cost of the pet waste stations throughout the park. This fee is charged by the campground and is not included in the rental price paid through Hipcamp. Please let me know if you plan to bring any pets, and I will share the campground’s pet policy information.
Full hookups
from
$66
/ night
AVL Treetop Camping Tent Site 🏕️
5. AVL Treetop Camping Tent Site 🏕️
97%
(15)
41mi from Pittman Center · 1 site · Tent, RV
Come pitch your tent at this wooded property nestled between Asheville NC & Weaverville NC! This property offers a private, wooded area, Fire pit, a large deck in the tree tops accessed by stairs, and multiple hangout spots! ********If you’re coming with family or want multiple areas to pitch tents, we have many other sites that are closed for your privacy, unless requested for friends or family to join! *****
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Water hookup
from
$33
/ night
97% (11.5K) • 1,205 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Pittman Center
Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
1. Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
96%
(69)
16mi from Pittman Center · 32 sites · Tents, Lodging
In the heart of the Smoky Mountains surrounded by Cherokee National Forest lies Standing Bear Farm, a turn of the century multi-generational farmstead including the original homestead, barns, outbuildings and farmhouse. The outbuildings have now been converted to a bunkhouse and cabin where we offer rustic lodging to hikers and others interested in stepping back from today's hectic lifestyle to a time in America's past when life in rural back-country Appalachia was considered the "good life".
We are accessible by road via I40. There is a small exit due to construction (BE CAREFUL, as we have had Hipcampers miss the exit) Keep left, go underneath the interstate and up the gravel road (going around the road closed signs) to our hostel which is the first building you come to.
We are first-come, first-served in Northbound thru hiking season (March 15 through May 15), however, reservations are available at all other times of the year by contacting us via phone 4234870014 (Call) or 4236080149 (Call or Text). Hike or drive-in. Business hours: 8am-8pm. Open year round and on holidays. Call ahead if arriving early in the morning or late at night.
We offer shuttles to various beautiful hikes, waterfalls, and more—on and off the trail. Please call or text us for prices and scheduling or you may email to get a price quote. Price varies based on party size, distance, and road conditions and closures. Give us a call to inquire about our kenneling and shuttle service for your furry friends that are not allowed in the GSMNP.
We have trail-foods and ready-to-make foods available on site for all your hiking needs. We also have a camp fuel for sale as well as toiletries and other trail essentials. Restock on essential food items to get you on to Hot Springs (northbound) or through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (southbound). We also have items to cook on hand such as pizzas, burgers, and much more!
Book today for a taste of authentic, rustic Appalachian charm. Our farm is steps away from the wilderness, with all the amenities you need. We look forward to meeting ya!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$23
/ night
Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm
2. Green Heart Medicinal Herb Farm
95%
(370)
41mi from Pittman Center · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$39
/ night
Roamstead
3. Roamstead
97%
(55)
6.9mi from Pittman Center · 77 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Roamstead was born on a family RV trip across the country. Our founders noticed their glamorous plans often ended in glorified parking lots or dirty campgrounds without amenities or thought regarding design. Alongside that, many campgrounds seemed unapproachable to those who hadn’t been before. A vision was born to reinvent 'roughing it' in a way that could welcome all adventurers to experience the magic of the great outdoors.
We believe the beauty of nature should be experienced by everyone. It's good for your health, and the more we connect with and learn about the outdoors, the more we'll feel compelled to protect it. Whether you've been camping all your life or this would be your first trip, we're here for you. We aim to build a bridge (you know, a metaphorical one) to the great outdoors, where all adventures can truly feel welcome.
Roamstead is committed to making our outdoor spaces accessible to everyone. At our Smoky Mountains location, we're partnering with Friends of the Smokies to do just that. Friends assists the National Park Service in its mission to preserve and protect the Great Smoky Mountains National Park by raising funds and public awareness, and providing volunteers for needed projects. They restore trails, build handicap accessible access points, and provide urban youth educational opportunities in the park, to name just a few of their many projects. A dollar of each stay at Roamstead Smoky Mountains is donated back to Friends of the Smokies to help continue their mission.
Toilets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$69
/ night
Cozy Creekside Camping
4. Cozy Creekside Camping
3.1mi from Pittman Center · 1 site · RV
LOT ONLY, with full hookups
This cozy creekside lot is perfect for your next outdoor camping adventure—just bring your own RV, travel trailer, pop-up, or other RVIA-certified camper.
Most of the photos were taken in January, but in spring, summer, and fall this lovely shaded campsite feels secluded and serene, while still offering all the comforts of home.
The site includes creekside posts for hanging a hammock and a fireside hanging-chair post. It is located near the pool, bathhouse, laundry facilities, and a small playground.
The lot is located in a gated campground with many amenities, including two seasonal pools, a coin-operated laundromat, a game room, an exercise facility, and a seasonal restaurant.
You are also welcome to book this lot through the campground’s main office, but my Hipcamp listing is cheaper.
Other things to note
Pets are welcome. However, please be aware there is a $10 non-refundable pet fee, paid upon check-in through the campground office, to cover the cost of the pet waste stations throughout the park. This fee is charged by the campground and is not included in the rental price paid through Hipcamp. Please let me know if you plan to bring any pets, and I will share the campground’s pet policy information.
Full hookups
from
$66
/ night
AVL Treetop Camping Tent Site 🏕️
5. AVL Treetop Camping Tent Site 🏕️
97%
(15)
41mi from Pittman Center · 1 site · Tent, RV
Come pitch your tent at this wooded property nestled between Asheville NC & Weaverville NC! This property offers a private, wooded area, Fire pit, a large deck in the tree tops accessed by stairs, and multiple hangout spots! ********If you’re coming with family or want multiple areas to pitch tents, we have many other sites that are closed for your privacy, unless requested for friends or family to join! *****
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Water hookup
from
$33
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Makayla
December 2025
With pets
I stayed in the Upper Treehouse with my cat and loved it! I was in the area to hike the Great Smoky Mountains for a few days and felt secure with leaving my cat back in the treehouse. The property was wonderful being deep in the backwoods, quiet, the communal kitchen, laundry, fire pit, and little store with very helpful items . If the weather was warmer I would've laid out in the hammocks! My cat and I were warm, comfortable and felt safe. The owners were very welcoming and accommodating. It was an extra bonus to meet and connect with other hikers/nature loves/adventure seekers. Overall, I had a fantastic experience and would stay again if I ever make it back out to the mountains.
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Amanda
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
Great stay! The bunk room was comfortable, they had linens available and a wooden stove to keep the room warm.
I was only able to stay one night and wasn’t able to completely explore everything around but I am definitely going to be coming back!
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Connie
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
Most unique place to stay. Warm comfortable beds, communal kitchen and Fire pit.. I would recommend a stay here for an experience.
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Brandy
November 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
We will definitely be coming back. The property was well maintained. The facilities were clean and well kept. Camping here definitely met my expectations of a quiet and relaxing getaway that we needed.
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Jay
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
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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John
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
Great place to stay. Quiet and peaceful. Great staff!
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Joy
November 2025
Tent
It was a lovely and easy stay! Directions and signage to getting to the site were clear. The string lights were very helpful for camp lighting. Firepit was ready to use when I got there! The upper deck was clean and a very nice feature.
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Ian
October 2025
Tent
This spot was great! Set up two hammocks on the lower level, it was perfect. Nice area and the plug in lights there were very useful! Will definitely be stopping here again my next trip!
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Wyatt
October 2025
Tent
Great place to stay, we had a great time, would definitely stay again
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Marlee
October 2025
Tent
With pets
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
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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Stephanie
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
nice hot showers. would definitely recommend, can’t wait to come back.
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Julia
October 2025
Tent
Very cool place. Very cool people. Definitely recommend joining the community campfire.
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Karen
October 2025
Tent
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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Tommy
October 2025
Tent
It was very unique and fun. High deck and electric. Lots of fun
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Twila
October 2025
With pets
I had a pleasant and comfortable stay at Standing Bear! While I wasn't actively hiking, I got to enjoy the community of hikers who stop at this beautiful property on their way on the AT. I stayed in the private room top tree house and enjoyed the evening fires and open air kitchen. I was met with accommodating and generous staff ( Rodney and Grateful) who made sure I felt welcome and had what I needed. The owner, Maria clearly has a heart for all the people who come through. Lots of love for Standing Bear and I hope to be back as a hiker one day!
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Julie
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Standing Bear Farm / Hostel
This is truly a hidden gem! Our cabin was cozy and the view was lovely. A stop along the AT, it was refreshing to share space, stories and food with other people who love the outdoors. I recommend it!
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natalie
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
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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Ryan
October 2025
Tent
Unique setup, close to local spots. Simple. The host was very generous on firewood too.
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Amanda
October 2025
Tent
With pets
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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