The Fontana Village Campground is small, but it is in a beautiful setting at the base of the Fontana Dam on the lake. The campground is a bit secluded with sites among trees and great views of the dam and water. There are only 10 RV sites and they have full hookups, with 30- and 50-amp connections. Tent camping is allowed in the area and alongside RVs. There is waterfront access, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, bathrooms, and showers. There is a marina nearby and boats are available for rent.
Fontana Village Campground
Fontana Village, N.C. 28733
800-849-2258
5starcampsites.com/fontana-village-campground
The Mountaineer Campground is just across the state line in Townsend, Tennessee, on the Little River. There are grassy sites with gravel pads, and riverfront sites with decks overlooking the water. Many sites have shade. Mountaineer Campground has 49 RV sites, all with full hookups--water, sewer, and 30- or 50-amp electric connections. Cable TV and Internet are available. Each site has tables, grills, and a fire ring. There are a modern bathhouse and restrooms, a convenience store, picnic shelter, and pavilion for camper use. Pets are allowed on leash. The campground has a swimming pool, horseshoe pit, volleyball court, and a playground. The facility is open March 15 through November 15.
Mountaineer Campground
8451 State Highway 73
Townsend, TN 37882-4309
865-448-6421
mountaineercampground.net
Turkey Creek is a small stream that flows into the area where the Nantahala and Little Rivers come together, and makes a great place to experience all that is the Great Smoky Mountains. The campground is near Bryson City and Cherokee. The campground has shaded RV sites with 20-amp connections and water connections. There are no sewer connections, but there is a dump station. Sites have a picnic table and areas for campfires. There are full bathrooms and bathhouses available, and there is a game room, coin-operated laundry, and a convenience store.
Turkey Creek Campground
135 Turkey Creek Road
Almond, NC 28702
828-488-8966
turkey-creek.com