Deep Creek Campground

Overview

Deep Creek Campground is located next to one of the park's most popular creeks. With an elevation of 1,800 feet (549 m), the climate is characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers. Whether blanketed in bright spring wildflowers or vivid fall colors, the scenery at Deep Creek never disappoints.

Operator

National Park

Camping types

Tent, RV

Sites

92 campsites

Fee

From $30 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

828-488-3184

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Deep Creek Campground, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Deep Creek Waterfalls LoopHike · 0.3 mi from camp

  See three waterfalls on a loop around the Deep Creek area. National Park Service

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• Deep Creek Waterfalls LoopHike · 0.3 mi from camp

  See three waterfalls on a loop around the Deep Creek area. National Park Service

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• Deep Creek Trail to Indian Creek FallsHike · 0.3 mi from camp

  Hike 1.6 miles (2.6 km) roundtrip along Deep Creek, which features views of two waterfalls, Tom Branch Falls and Indian Creek Falls. National Park Service

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• Deep Creek Trail to Indian Creek FallsHike · 0.3 mi from camp

  Hike 1.6 miles (2.6 km) roundtrip along Deep Creek, which features views of two waterfalls, Tom Branch Falls and Indian Creek Falls. National Park Service

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• Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Segment 1Hike · 45.5 mi long · Long-distance trail · 4.0 mi from camp

  The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is a developing long distance hiking trail, which connects the Great Smokys to the Outer Banks. OpenStreetMap

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• Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Segment 1Hike · 45.5 mi long · Long-distance trail · 4.0 mi from camp

  The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is a developing long distance hiking trail, which connects the Great Smokys to the Outer Banks. OpenStreetMap

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Scenic sights

• Worley KnobPeak · 2,751 ft · 0.9 mi from campShow on map
• Juney Whank FallsWaterfall · 0.4 mi from camp

  A waterfall near Deep Creek Trail.

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• Tom Branch FallsWaterfall · 0.5 mi from camp

  A 49-foot waterfall along Deep Creek Trail.

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• Kelly Bennet PeakPeak · 4,390 ft · 3.2 mi from campShow on map
• Lonesome Pine OverlookViewpoint · 2.3 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Ober MountainSkiing and snowshoeing · 18.1 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: National Park Service and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• National Park Service API — Public domain (U.S. Government work)
• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.