The calm waters of Price Lake reflect the woods surrounding it.
Photo: NPS photo
About
Julian Price Campground sits beside Price Lake, a pristine body of water that sparkles against the backdrop of rolling mountains. The surrounding forest offers a colorful assortment of wildflowers in the spring and vivid orange and red foliage in the fall. Canoes can be rented at the lake, and a dock offers opportunities for fishing. Area hiking trails include Price Lake, Boone Fork, Green Knob, and Tanawha trails. Campers may see bears, grouse, turkeys, owls, hawks and more.
Campsites
Location
Julian Price Campground
Blue Ridge Parkway
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Fees
Hours
Loop A open Friday, May 22, 2026 - Sunday, October 25, 2026 Campground kiosk open 9:30 AM- 6:00 PM when the campground is open.
Reservations
Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, advance reservations can be made for some campsites up to six months in advance by visiting www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777.
Make a Reservation →Directions
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 36.13889, -81.73111 36°8'20"N, 81°43'52"W From Asheville, North Carolina, go north on Blue Ridge Parkway to Milepost 297.
Weather
The Parkway varies in elevation from under 650 feet at Virginia's James River to over 6,000 feet near Mount Pisgah in North Carolina. Weather can vary tremendously. Higher elevations can be cloudy and foggy while lower elevations are clear. Temperatures along the Parkway are often cooler than in surrounding foothills. Carry a jacket or blanket and emergency supplies in the car. Be aware of changing weather conditions and approaching weather systems, as summer heat can bring afternoon thunderstorms.
Accessibility
Five accessible campsites located adjacent to accessible restrooms.
Invasive insects and diseases that live in firewood are a growing threat to forests along the Blue Ridge Parkway and the surrounding region. Tree-killing insects and diseases can hitch-hike hundreds of miles on firewood when people bring wood into campgrounds. Counties in many states have federal or state quarantines in place which prohibit moving firewood. These quarantines were issued to prevent the spread of emerald ash borer, Asian long-horn beetle, gypsy moth, and thousand cankers disease. Federal and state regulations prohibit visitors from bringing firewood to the park from these counties. See https://www.nps.gov/blri/planyourvisit/firewood-quarantine-by-state.htm for a list of quarantined counties.
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The campground has a dump station and potable water, but NO water or electric hookups.
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Area hiking trails: Green Knob, Boone Fork, Price Lake, Gwyn Memorial, Tanawha
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Campground has five accessible campsites, each with accessible grill and picnic table. Restrooms with flush toilets, drinking water, walkways are accessible. No electric hookups or showers in campground.
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Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Developed Campground