Indigo Eagle Sanctuary

The site is beautiful and excellent for a group of six with 3 tents. The host was helpful and available for questions via phone. Just be sure you have 4WD or AWD; you might get stuck at camp without it. Overall, one of the nicest camping spots I have been. Don’t miss the waterfall hike!

Ashlie P.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Saw the blue ghost fireflies! Had no idea they would be there. Campsite with beautiful creek and waterfall right down the road, maybe 25 yards. Road to get there is definitely rough, be prepared for a bouncy ride, AWD definitely needed. The creek was so loud we couldn’t hear the other campers at all which I love. Felt very private

Lauren B.

2 reviews

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· May 2025

Beautiful & Peaceful Camping!!

Tent ·

We absolutely loved camping on Indigo Eagle Sanctuary. It was such a beautiful place, secluded and sooo quiet. It was perfect for us and our dog. He loved it! I would recommend that if you are planning on camping here that you have a high clearance vehicle. The "road" wasn't a real road and it was very, very rocky so AWD or 4WD preferred. And just make sure it's high clearance. We had no data either so if you are looking to get off the grid completely then this is the perfect place for that. Once we started climbing the mountain, we lost data. So download all the map routes you need and just prepare yourself. We couldn't even check the weather so prep for any and every weather change. It was so pretty though and we were able to really relax and just enjoy ourselves. Thank you for having us Indigo Eagle.

Kimberly R.

4 reviews

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· April 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Beautiful view windy but awesome highly recommend

Chris J.

2 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· April 2025

Gorgeous but facilities destroyed

Tent · With kids ·

This is one of the most gorgeous places I have ever been. And, the campsite and its maintenance were quite shoddy at the time of our visit - nothing had been cleaned up from Hurricane Helene. We still had a magical time but I want to level set for folks who don’t do a lot of backcountry camping. 1) there are no toilets. As the site listed a port a potty being 10 min walk away we came prepared. The site had numerous compost toilet signs with the actual structures flattened by the flood. You need to bring your own compost toilet supplies. The port a John was a thing from nightmares, filled to the brim with black ooze. 2) there was no firewood for sale. 3) there is nobody to enforce the sites. We reserved site 12 and someone was in it when we got there so we went to site 5 instead. I actually liked site 5 better but if you are someone who isn’t flexible about this stuff, be warned. 4) you have to purify your water or bring water. Again we were aware but want to be explicit about it. 5) they aren’t kidding about a 4WD vehicle - the road in the campground hasn’t been maintained since Helene and it is ROUGH. Still, we camped next to a gorgeous waterfall and my kids played in the river and forest nonstop. We were the only ones there and it was so special. Just be ready to deal with water purification and no place to poo.

Nora D.

4 reviews

Mixed feelings

· April 2025

Lovely site, neglectful host

Tent ·

The site was pretty once we were able to get to it. There was a tree down and the host ignored me the whole trip. So we ended up having to clear the way ourselves. Asked host for refund for the chainsaw rental, they again ignored me and then denied the refund. Thankfully hipcamp helped us and got is a partial refund. So site was good. Host not as much.

Sarah Beth H.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Loved everything about this property. Highly recommend.

Angie B.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Neat Camping Spot

Tent ·

Neat camping spot! Sweet solitude! Spectacular creek that would be nice in summer for a dip. It is roughly a 30 min drive to Maggie Valley (the town). You'll definately need a vehicle with clearance and if there is rain/snow you'd need 4 wheel drive.

Matt N.

3 reviews

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· November 2024

Tent ·

The site lived up to the hype. We stayed at Eagles Nest #2 and it is a very well kept camp site. The nearby waterfall isn’t a long trail, but it is a fun and moderately challenging trail. If you have small kids or just can’t make the climb then there is an easy overlook to get to. We would absolutely go back to this spot.

Blake R.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Family camping!

Tent · With kids ·

Camping on this property was like spending time in a little piece of heaven! This is our second time coming to Indigo Eagle and we are looking forward to round three! We love tent site 5. Beautiful views and the sound of the creek is so relaxing. Host is very friendly and helpful. Indigo Eagle is such a special place to my family. Glad we were able to create memories here. 💕

Chana T.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Beautiful and peaceful spot

Tent · With pets ·

This campsite was exactly what we were looking for - a secluded and rustic tent camping spot next to a waterfall or swimming hole. Our 2 dogs came with us and absolutely loved jumping in for a swim (or a dozen swims throughout our stay). There were NO other campers that weekend (not sure if that was because of being a few weeks post-Helene, or just a little known spot), so they also got to run around off-leash, and we really enjoyed the quiet and the privacy. One word of caution - when they say you need a 4WD or AWD to access the campsites they really mean it. I drive a Honda Element and we had to be extremely careful to not bottom out the car and some of the rougher patches of road. There were some roads that branched off going uphill (to the mountaintop sites maybe?); we didn’t try going up these but I’m honestly not sure even my car would have made it if so, so it’s possible that a few is the sites might need a 4WD specifically. Accommodations are rustic - don’t expect flushing toilets or hot showers - but clean, dry, and level. Foliage was beautiful on the top of the mountain. Down by the creek where we were the leaves hadn’t yet turned, but it was already too cold for the human half of our party to want to jump in - so next time we go we’ll either go in summer, pick a mountaintop site, or go even later in the Fall. One thing I know for sure though - we WILL be coming back!

Jennifer W.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Tent ·

We loved camping at Mountain View #2!! I would highly recommend this site - we were secluded and felt like we were on top of the world. Definitely follow the written directions to get the site, the coordinates took us down a rough road that could have been avoided if we would have followed the directions in the description!! It’s only about 7 minutes off the pavement, so if your GPS says more than that, double check it!!

Rachel W.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Mountain camping!

Tent ·

We loved camping at Indigos site #2! There is another site just below but you have the whole top to yourself and we could only hear the other campers occasionally. It’s a spectacular view as well! We will definitely be back!

Katherine W.

2 reviews

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· August 2024

Tent · With pets ·

Eagles Nest Top Mountain View #1

If you want mountain views, it doesn't get better than this camp site. It was perfect for our long weekend. Close to town and the BRP if you want to explore. The weather was perfect, and we happened to be there during a meteor shower! Pictures really don't do the view justice. Definitely book site #2, it's great!

Michelle T.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Beautiful off grid site

Tent ·

One of my favorite campsites. Back in the Appalachia, detached from modern society but close enough to get to when needed. The view is spectacular. Wide open skies for watching the Milky Way pass overhead. I absolutely love this site.

Cecilia S.

3 reviews

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· July 2024

Relaxing Location

Tent · With kids ·

Great remote location still close to town. The on-site waterfall was impressive. We all enjoyed playing in the stream and sleeping right next to it.

Tim M.

3 reviews

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· July 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Our view was beyond what any picture could capture in panoramic beauty!!! Meeting John was a great bonus and he is so helpful and fun to chat with. The waterfall was magical and fairytale land like. Our kids said it was “our best adventure yet!” We will definitely be back again.

Jenny L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

Best Campsite in NC

Tent · With pets ·

I loved the camp site area, the waterfall was nearby and a beautiful view from our site. This is a very nice relaxing area. The water was very cold but refreshing. I recommend coming here with family and friends if you’re planning your first camping together. It was a great experience overall!

Roey P.

2 reviews

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· June 2024

Tent ·

Beautiful landscape and the fireflies at night were amazing. A really great place to stay if you really want to disconnect! It is rough terrain getting down so I recommend a vehicle with high clearance!

Kendra S.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

Book it!

Tent · With kids ·

This place is beautiful beyond words. My wife, two kids and I stayed at both Waterfall Haven and Eagle's Nest 2 and loved both. Having morning coffee looking out at the endless view was amazing. Don't hesitate to book! Seriously, if you'll be in this area, I don't think you'll really find better places to set up camp. The owner came to meet us and checked on us a couple times which was very appreciated. He was so nice, cool to talk to, knows a lot about the area. 100% would book again!

Tristrum S.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

Magical very remote rustic camping

Tent · Group trip ·

This beautiful camping spot is tucked way down in a holler with ferns, moss, waterfall, creek. It is peaceful and quiet. Except for the creek which will lull you to sleep and drowns out the noise of other campers. Absolutely no cell service and you need AWL or four wheel to make it down. The sites are smallish and can be near one another depending on where you choose. The host is very kind. This is a real treat if you are into rustic camping. Oh and in April it is covered in Trillium!

Toryn D.

4 reviews

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· June 2024

Tent ·

My friends and I had the most magical experience sleeping under the trees next to the running water. There was something special about the energy on this campsite. The people who oversee the park were very friendly and helpful.

Haley H.

2 reviews

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· June 2024

Beautiful view

Tent ·

Very beautiful camp. Host jonh is very nice and will give you all the help. Highly recommended. 5🌟good reviews

Wei Z.

3 reviews

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· June 2024

Tent · With pets ·

This ended up being the perfect site for our group of 7. The surroundings were beautiful with a rushing stream, huge waterfall and some trails to explore. We'd definitely camp here again! Certainly would advise to heed the recommendation of AWD/4WD, it's a few miles or so on curvy gravel back roads and about a mile of some pretty rough terrain. Steep in some areas as well. All very worth it - we'll be back!

Nikki G.

4 reviews

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· June 2024

Tent · With pets ·

Loved this spot! This is our third time camping at Indigo Eagle and every time has been great! Love being surround by the peaceful sound of running water! Beautiful waterfall on the land and a great place to unplug and unwind with friends! We will back again for sure!

Casey F.

3 years on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· May 2024

Don't expect help from the owner

Tent · With pets ·

The idea was wonderful, but the execution not so much. The sites were not clearly labeled - a map of the area would be very helpful. On top of that, the tent platform by the creek (site 6) that we were on had broken steps on both sides, making it hard to get up and down. The worst part, though, was the fact that another group camping in the site next to us had their music up loud all day and night. We even asked them to turn it down, to no avail. Even with the river noise, you could still hear it. I reached out to the property owner with no response. Still no response about it several days later. I understand that there are some things that maybe are beyond your control, but common customer service says you at least respond to your guests about their concerns.

Meghan A.

1 year on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· May 2024

Tent ·

We had a nice time and our site was right by the water which was great. Unfortunately the sites were much smaller and much closer together than expected. Sites 8-11 were no where to be found and we could not find the hike that they talk about. All of the pictures in the website are beautiful but this listing needs to be updated because it looks very different now.

Stephanie S.

2 reviews

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· May 2024

Camping with pets

Tent · Group trip ·

Wonderful place , feel like heaven on earth . That’s the second time we been there .

Nabarun R.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2024

Perfect Primitive Campsite

Tent · With pets ·