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Cherokee Waterfall Campground

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· Cherokee, Jackson, North Carolina
2 acres hosted by Richard B.
1 RV/tent site
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Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Richard is a Star Host
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Please read the entire description because I have updated the site! I am doing renovations to the campground and there is a big chance that this will no longer be a 1 site campground. I am adding another campsite around 100 yards away from the "Waterfall" site. I will call this site "Creekside". The people that book the "Creekside" site will not be allowed to go to the waterfall or enter the "Waterfall" site and it will be clearly marked where one site ends and the other begins. There is a chance the the renovations to the new "Creekside" site will not be finished this year but if you book the "Waterfall" site just know that there will be a chance that there will be another site on the property. When I finish with the renovations I will contact all the people that booked the "Waterfall" site and ask them if they want to reserve the other site (Creekside) on the days they have booked. If I don't contact you then you will know that the "Creekside" site is not finished. There has been some confusion so I thought I would clear things up. The listing is for 2 guests. Anyone or any pets after the initial 2 guests there is an extra charge for. So if you book the site that's for you and one other person and if you want to bring a pet then you will add them as an extra guest. ​The "Waterfall" site has a full hookup pull-through with a 30 amp electric connection. There is also a full size flushing toilet and hot shower in the bath house. I'm going to say for now that the max size of camper will be 25 foot with a max height of 12 foot because you will be pulling under a power line. ​The "Creekside" site will be full hookup pull-through with 30 amp power. This site is still under construction. More details to come! We're 2.5 miles from the Cherokee Casino and 3.5 miles from down town Cherokee We now offer full hookup camping but tents are also still welcome! There is very limited cell service with no wifi. This campground is not really suitable for children but children are welcome. If you want to camp and bring children message me first before you book the site. Large groups are welcome. I've had a group of 17 and there was room for more! We are located in the Great Smokey Mountains on the Eastern Band Cherokee Reservation in Cherokee North Carolina. This may no longer be a 1 site campground so please read everything on this page because the rules and details have changed. Please do not just show up at the campground without a reservation. Most likely the campground will be reserved and guests will be camping. There is no on-site staff and there's a gate that either the guests or myself will keep locked. You will not be able to just drive up and view the waterfall. ​We are a no frills campground, but I just renovated and I'm pretty proud of that because I did everything myself! I now have a pull-through site with electric, water and sewer hookups. What this campground lacks in amenities it more than makes up for in beauty and privacy. I feel this is one of the most unique campsites in the world! Check in is at 2pm and check out is at 12pm. There is a house and a church on the same road so please drive slowly. ​No shooting firearms, (although you may hear people shooting firearms because you will be camping in the mountains) but your more than welcome to bring your firearms. Its better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. No fireworks. Since this may no longer be a "1 site" campground if you want to bring your dog it will need to be with you and leashed. If you know your dog is a "barker" meaning you know your dog will constantly bark at other campers then do not book the site. If that happens you will be asked to quiet your dog then if it doesn't stop you will be made to leave with no refund. There will now be "quiet hours" since you maybe sharing the property with other campers. It will be after 11pm. ​One campsites guests will not be allowed to enter the other site. The sites will be clearly marked. If this happens you will be made to leave with no refund. The gate will need to be closed at all times ​No making trails or collecting firewood (This is not because I want to sell you firewood, its because I want to have the property remain as pristine as possible) ​Do not cut down trees alive or dead If you move picnic tables please move them back, there's only one of me and I cant move them back alone The water and toilet maybe frozen in freezing weather and the hot water shower will be uninstalled during freezing weather ​Dogs are permitted but contact before you book the site to confirm if your dog will be allowed. I charge for dogs the same as I do for extra guests. ​BY BOOKING THE SITE YOU AGREE TO ALL THESE TERMS ​There is a small Church around 200 yards from the campground. They hold services every Wednesday and Sunday. They generally start around 5pm and it lasts around a hour. If your into that they would love to have you come down. Please don't hesitate to call me or text with any questions you might have ​ ​Please read the entire listing because I have updated this page and renovated the property! My 1 site campground has been renovated and I now have a full hookup pull-through site! There is a 30 amp electric connection at the site. There is also a full size flushing toilet and hot shower in the bath house. Im going to say for now that the max size of camper will be 25 foot with a max height of 12 foot because you will be pulling under a power line.  We're 2.5 miles from the Cherokee Casino and 3.5 miles from down town Cherokee If you're tired of crowded campgrounds then you'll love the privacy this campground offers. Want to sleep in without being woke up to the sounds of loud campers? Want a completely private creek to cool off in without anyone else around? Then you've found the right place!  When you book this campsite your booking the entire place! We now offer full hookup camping but tents are also still welcome!  There is very limited cell service with no wifi. This campground is not suitable for children but exceptions can be made. If you want to camp and bring children message me first before you book the site.  We are located in the Great Smokey Mountains on the Eastern Band Cherokee Reservation in Cherokee North Carolina. Although this campground has a private waterfall, guests will not be permitted to go up to the waterfall, but excursions will be possible, but you would need to be physically fit enough to make it there and back. Text or call me for more details. This is a 1 site campground and privacy is our top priority. Please do not just show up at the campground without a reservation. Most likely the campground will be reserved and guests will be camping. There is no on-site staff and there's a gate that either the guests or myself will keep locked. You will not be able to just drive up and view the waterfall.  We are a no frills campground, but I just renovated and I'm pretty proud of that because I did everything myself! I now have a pull-through site with electric, water and sewer hookups.  What this campground lacks in amenities it more than makes up for in beauty and privacy. I feel this is one of the most unique campsites in the world!    Check in is at 2pm and check out is at 12pm. There is a house and a church on the same road so please drive slowly. No shooting firearms, (although you may hear people shooting firearms because you will be camping in the mountains) but your more than welcome to bring your firearms. Its better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.   No fireworks. No making trails or collecting firewood (This is not because I want to sell you firewood, its because I want to have the property remain as pristine as possible) Do not cut down trees alive or dead  If you move picnic tables please move them back, there's only one of me and I cant move them back alone  Dogs are permitted but contact before you book the site to confirm if your dog will be allowed. I charge for dogs the same as I do for extra guests. There is a small Church around 200 yards from the campground. They hold services every Wednesday and Sunday. They generally start around 5pm and it lasts around a hour. If your into that they would love to have you come down.
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Benjamin J.recommends
March 24, 2024
1 Site Private Waterfall Campground
PERFECT SITE W/PRIVATE WATERFALL
A sweet, small (1 site, soon to be 2 max), carefully curated campsite with a private waterfall, (very) hot shower and bathroom. Has a big firepit, a separate charcoal grill, hangers for lights, privacy fencing, power + water hook-ups, easy road access and a host who is a responsive communicator. Pet-friendly and quiet. It was so special, I hesitate to post a review for fear it will become booked solid forever!
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Blake P.recommends
January 16, 2024
1 Site Private Waterfall Campground
Incredible spot with a great location. Richard does a lot of work to make sure this site is well maintained and updated!
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Jacob O.recommends
December 29, 2023
1 Site Private Waterfall Campground
Amazing campsite, great host!
Richard’s property is absolutely breathtaking. The pictures don’t do it justice. The gated entry and long driveway makes it feel very private even during the winter and camping solo. The beautiful creek and waterfall make for a priceless backdrop. I still can’t believe I had the whole place to myself! My tent was 10 feet from the water and it lulled me to sleep. I was sad to leave and can’t wait to return. Richard was super friendly and the rich history of his land was a plus. What a gem!
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Sharon M.recommends
December 25, 2023
1 Site Private Waterfall Campground
Quintessential North Carolina
Exceptional site. Waterfall and river thru a 2 acre+/- all for us. Private. We stayed 2 nights and loved it so much we cancelled our reservations at National Park campground to stay longer. Host showed us around property on arrival with stories about its history. I loved the natural setting, quintessential North Carolina. Waterfall, rhododendron thicket, boulder covered bank. Close to southern end of Blue Ridge Parkway and Newfound Gap Road.
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Juan R.recommends
November 27, 2023
1 Site Private Waterfall Campground
Loved the place, Richard was an awesome host and very responsive.
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David G.recommends
November 23, 2023
1 Site Private Waterfall Campground
Private waterfall was fantastic. Richard was super to work with.
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Cherokee, Jackson, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Miccosukee First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Richard B.Joined in July 2020
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 3 hours
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