OnTop.camp - NW NC Ashe Co

Site 3 Tipiddy Top 3450 ft

We had an absolutely amazing time staying at Site 1! Jon was an awesome host. Super friendly, energetic, and full of personality. We got a little lost on the way in, but he helped us find the right way and greeted us when we arrived. He also gave us a heads-up about the climb up the mountain, which If you don’t have a 4x4, seriously, don’t even think about attempting that trail. My 2005 Tundra definitely earned its keep that day! Jon even led us up the mountain himself, which was incredibly helpful and made it much smoother. Once we reached the campsite, though, WOW. The views were absolutely incredible. The sunrises and sunsets were breathtaking, the stars at night were beautiful, and the little trail nearby was a great bonus. The ground is sloped, so it’s not a perfectly flat campsite, but we were able to level our truck with a few rocks without any issues. Overall, this was one of those experiences that makes you appreciate the outdoors even more. Beautiful views, a unique adventure, and a great host. We couldn’t have asked for a better trip, and we’d absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable mountain camping experience!

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· October 2026

17 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

We had an amazing time at the tippity top and will 100% be back. Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us!

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· October 2026

Tent · With pets ·

We had an incredible stay at OnTop. Jon was so responsive and helpful. His land is beautiful and provided the perfect weekend escape from our busy lives. We will be back!

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· October 2026

Tent · With kids ·

Site 2 Sunrise Oak 3400 ft

Amazing views, this is a really cool campsite and within 10min of grocery stores!

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· October 2026

Tent ·

Great spot with Great views and an awesome host. Will definitely be going back.

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· October 2026

Tent · With pets ·

Site 3 Tipiddy Top 3450 ft

Beautiful spot with heavenly views!

Mixed feelings

· October 2026

Tent · With pets ·

The mountain setting here is lovely, but Site #3 had a few unexpected challenges that made our stay difficult with a toddler. The listing notes a "flat peak," but the terrain is quite sloped, which made setting up camp and sleeping comfortably tricky. The grass was also fairly long, hiding uncleaned animal waste, and the firewood bundle core was unfortunately damp and decaying, making it tough to keep a fire going. Check-in directions were a bit delayed, and given the setup challenges, we ended up departing a night early. Hipcamp Support was helpful in making things right with a partial refund. With a bit more lawn upkeep, drier wood, and clearer notes about the incline, this could be a great spot, but families or tent campers should just be aware of the slope before booking.

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· September 2026

Great Spot with Great Views

Tent · With pets ·

Great spot! We stayed on site 1. Gorgeous views. Owner was very responsive and helpful.

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· September 2026

Tent · With kids ·

The secluded, panoramic views at Site 4 were the awesome! Jon was very responsive and detailed. We’ll definitely be visiting again!

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· September 2026

Tent ·

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The place was perfect and beautiful! The host was helpful and kind. We had the absolute best time and hope to be back soon! The views did not disappoint!

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· September 2026

Beautiful!!!

Tent · With pets ·

Wow! The views, the peacefulness and stargazing was amazing. It’s one of those campsite when you get to it you just say “WOW!” Jon my host was also great. He met me at the bottom of the mountain and guided me up. He was so welcoming, very friendly and gave me lots of history of the area and his property. This was my first time camping here but I don’t think it will be the last time. I’m hoping to come back again soon.

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· September 2026

Tent ·

Amazing campsite, breathtaking view and phenomenal host

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· September 2026

Site 2 Sunrise Oak 3400 ft

My husband, our dog, and I had an amazing couple of days camping at Phoenix Vista! The views are absolutely spectacular! The site is large, completely private, and peaceful. The fire pit and provided firewood were perfect, and there were plenty of great spots for our hammocks. The sunsets and nighttime stargazing were incredible! If you’re looking for a campsite with the most fantastic mountain views, look no further—this is the one!

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· September 2026

Tent ·

Our stay at Jon’s property was incredible! The sites were thoughtful and really well maintained. We stayed at site 6 and the sunrise and sunset were so beautiful. We also really appreciated how close we were to west Jefferson but still being able to camp at such a beautiful property where you feel like you’re somewhere completely different. Jon was a wonderful host and really helpful with directions getting to our site and answering any questions we had! The only thing to note is that you definitely need 4WD or AWD especially if it’s rainy weather.

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· September 2026

Site 5 The Peak Views!

Tent ·

Host Jon is great and has the absolute best HipCamp sites on his farm. This was our 4th time up the mountain and we’re already looking forward to coming back again for a 5th!

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· August 2026

Tent · With pets ·

Jon was super nice and helpful with getting up to the campsite (I was nervous and he put me at ease). It had a gorgeous view all the way around and my puppy and I had a great time relaxing. Definitely recommend.

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· August 2026

Site 4

Tent ·

Such an amazing property and everything you would want for a campsite. Jon was very accomodating and is a great host. The site is secluded but close to town. Definitely will be staying again!

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· July 2026

No words for how beautiful it is

Tent ·

We had an amazing week at Maple Skyline. Wed originally planned 4 nights but decided to arrive a day early and once we were there decided not to move on to our next spot and extended another day. It was difficult to leave! The long-range views are truly stunning and we felt totally isolated on top of the mountain. Jon was communicative and helpful, especially when it came to the drive up which does require a 4x4 and some confidence! Can’t wait to go back.

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· June 2026

Site 5 is Spectacular

Tent · Group trip ·

Four of us visited Camp 5 on the top of the mountain. Even though we didn't meet Jon in person (he was picking his daughter up), we were able to talk to him on the phone to learn the do's/don'ts of the site. Very nice guy. When we arrived at Site 5, we were greeted with a SPECTACULAR view. One of the most beautiful HipCamp sites I have seen. We had pre-purchased the bundle of firewood, but it was very windy the first night (20mph gusts) and created a real fire hazard since we were also in a drought, thus we were not able to have a fire. The 2nd night a tropical storm was moving through so we decided to leave after night 1. Jon said he couldn't credit the firewood purchase, but he was very nice and said when we return he would give us our bundle then. We look forward to a return visit and having a big fire with a beautiful view. Definitely recommend.

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· June 2026

Tent ·

The views were amazing and absolutely worth it, especially Site #4. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Jon’s beautiful campsite and will definitely be back. Jon was very communicative, and his directions made it easy to find the site without any issues. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for a great camping experience.

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· June 2026

Tent · With pets ·

Even though it was very cloudy when we visited and we didn’t get to enjoy the views, the owner was incredibly helpful and welcoming. The drive up the mountain was beautiful, and we still had a great experience. We look forward to coming back on a clearer day!

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· June 2026

Tent ·

Views are incredible from this spot, will definitely be back. Also really appreciated the amenities, a generous amount of firewood and the cowboy toilet were great to have!

Mixed feelings

· June 2026

Extreme road conditions

Tent · With pets ·

The site itself is great with mowed grass and good tent sites, the views are long range Mountain view, sunrise is particularly incredible! But the road condition on the property leading to the campsite is very questionable in standard SUV, we were in a newer year z71 Tahoe (8in of ground clearance) and scraped bottom 5-6 times hard on way up. The grade up is steep buts it’s the actual eroded road condition that makes it borderline not usable unless you have a lifted off road vehicle. It’s too far to the camp site to walk your gear. The host should repair this section of the road or someone will seriously damage their vehicle.

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· May 2026

A campsite with a view!

Tent · With pets ·

I had a great time camping at OnTop.camp. We stayed at Site 1, a peaceful, quiet, private, and absolutely beautiful campsite! I will definitely be back! The view is really spectacular with a great sunset and sunrise. Also, with the 1:00 pm check-out time, you don't feel rushed to pack up.

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· May 2026

Blue Ridge Beauty

Tent · With pets ·

Must visit! Incredible views and well maintained site. We were so lucky this site was available! They aren’t kidding when they recommend 4/AWD and clearance and the host provided excellent photos and guidance for our journey up the mountain. Site is very private and fire pit is well located (we could occasionally hear the other site but that didn’t bother us, low music or breeze covered). Make sure to bring a tick remover if you bring a furry friend. We will be back! Next time we hope to stay more than 1 night. Check out Mt. Jefferson and New River for nearby hiking.

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· May 2026

Tent ·

This was my second time back here, such a wonderful area and the sunrise is absolutely beautiful. The host is responsive and very nice. I will be returning soon

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· May 2026

Tent ·

Such magical spot! Amazing views. It was windy but we managed even in cold temps. No fire due to a burn ban, but best dinner view.

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· April 2026

Beautiful views

Tent ·

I’ve stayed here twice and would come back again. It’s a quiet, well-kept spot with good views and plenty of space. The host was easy to communicate with and helpful when needed. Access is straightforward overall, though the road in can be a bit rough in places—better suited for vehicles with some clearance. Solid option if you’re looking for a simple, peaceful place to camp.

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· April 2026

Great Views

Tent ·

The view was exquisite! The site itself is large and spacious. Rocky in spots to put up tents and canopy’s slight challenge. The trek up to the site is not for the faint at heart. Having an SUV is not sufficient, you need clearance and the AWD/FWD.

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· April 2026

Great views

Tent · Group trip ·