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Cataloochee Campground

Several campsites off of a gravel road through a campground. Tents, cars, and trailers visible.

Cataloochee Campground's road is gravel and each site has a gravel driveway.

Photo: NPS Photo

About

Cataloochee Campground is located in the historic Cataloochee Valley surrounded by mountain ranges and pristine streams. With an elevation of 2,610 feet (796 m), it is characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers. It offers traditional camping with the convenience of flush toilets and drinking water. No hookups or showers are available in the campground.

Campsites

27
Total Sites
3
Group
7
Horse

Contact

Phone828-269-3161
EmailGRSM_Smokies_Information@nps.gov
WebsiteOfficial NPS Page

Location

3576 Ranger Station Road
Waynesville, NC 37876

Fees

Camping Fee$30.00

Hours

Cataloochee Campground closes seasonally. See exceptions for exact dates of operation.

wednesdayAll Day
mondayAll Day
thursdayAll Day
sundayAll Day
tuesdayAll Day
fridayAll Day
saturdayAll Day

Reservations

Campsite reservations are required and may be made up to six months in advance.

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Directions

Please note, the entrance road to Cataloochee Valley is a winding, gravel road that has some steep drop offs with no guard rails. Horse trailer traffic may be encountered on the road. Because the road is narrow, it may be necessary to stop or back up to allow other vehicles to pass.

Weather

This campground is in the mountains and weather can rapidly change from warm and sunny to cold and rainy. Be prepared with layers and rain gear in all seasons.

Accessibility

wheelchair Access

Campground is not ADA accessible.

fire Stove Policy

Fires are permitted only in established fire rings provided at each campsite.

rv Allowed

1

rv Info

Gravel approach road and gravel campsite driveway.

rv Max Length

31

trailer Max Length

31

ada Info

Campground is not ADA accessible. Restrooms are accessible.

trailer Allowed

1

access Roads

Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather

classifications

Developed Campground