Camping is a popular activity that allows people to seek new adventures and peaceful relaxation amidst the great outdoors. Blue Ridge Parkway, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and abundant outdoor opportunities in the eastern United States, offers the perfect opportunity to explore this natural wonder and find solace in the wilderness.
Camping
Developed Campgrounds
All campgrounds have potable water, comfort stations with flush toilets and sinks, and a dump station for recreational vehicles. Showers are available at Julian Price and Mount Pisgah campgrounds. There is a $3.00 fee for non-campers to use showers or dump stations. Each camp site includes a picnic table and fire ring.
| Milepost | Campground | 2023 Operating Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 60.8 | Otter Creek Campground | Friday, May 26, 2023 – Thursday, August 24, 2023 |
| 85.6 | Peaks of Otter Campground | Friday, May 26, 2023 – Monday, October 30, 2023 |
| 167.1 | Rocky Knob Campground | Friday, May 26, 2023 – Monday, October 30, 2023 |
| 239.2 | Doughton Park Campground | Friday, May 26, 2023 – Monday, October 30, 2023 |
| 296.9 | Price Park Campground | A Loop – Saturday, April 1, 2023; Remaining loops Friday, May 26, 2023 – Monday, October 30, 2023 |
| 316.4 | Linville Falls Campground | Saturday, April 1, 2023 – Monday, October 30, 2023 |
| 339.5 | Crabtree Falls Campground | Friday, May 26, 2023 – Monday, October 30, 2023 |
| 408.8 | Mount Pisgah Campground | Friday, May 26, 2023 – Monday, October 30, 2023 |
Camping is permitted only in designated campsites. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis at a fee of $20 per night. In addition, advance reservations can be made for all campgrounds. The fee for campsites reserved in advance is $20 per night. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance by visiting www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777.
Backcountry Camping
The Parkway has three backcountry campgrounds. Backcountry camping is permitted only at designated sites. A permit is required for backcountry camping.
- Rock Castle Gorge near Rocky Knob (MP 167.1)
- Basin Cove near Doughton Park (MP 239.2)
- Johns River Road near Julian Price Park (MP 296.9)
| Milepost | Location | Permits Available At | # of Sites | Group Limit |
| 167.1 | Rock Castle Gorge | 828-348-3490 | 8 | 18 |
| 244.7 | Basin Cove | 828-348-3490 | 8 | 18 |
| 296.9 | Johns River Road | 828-348-3490 | 2 | 12 |
Hiking Trails Near Campgrounds
| Campground | Milepost | State | Area Hiking Trails |
| Otter Creek | 60.8 | VA | Trail of Trees, Otter Creek, Otter Lake Loop, James River Canal |
| Peaks of Otter | 85.9 | VA | Sharp Top, Elk Run, Harkening Hill, Johnson Farm |
| Rocky Knob | 167.1 | VA | Rock Castle Gorge, Black Ridge, Rocky Knob Picnic Area, Round Meadow Creek |
| Doughton Park | 239.2 | NC | Bluff Mountain, Fodder Stack |
| Julian Price | 297.0 | NC | Green Knob, Boone Fork, Price Lake, Gwyn Memorial, Tanawha |
| Linville Falls | 316.4 | NC | Flat Rock, Camp Creek, River Bend, Duggers Creek, Linville River Bridge |
| Crabtree Falls | 339.5 | NC | Crabtree Falls Loop Trail |
| Mount Pisgah | 408.8 | NC | Buck Spring, Mount Pisgah, Picnic Area Loop, Frying Pan Mountain |
Road and Facility Closures
Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead for a variety of major and minor projects underway across the Parkway this season. Road status information with links to project information is updated daily.
Camping along the Blue Ridge Parkway enhances your natural experience and creates lasting memories. Reserve your spot today for $20 per night and immerse yourself in the beauty of this remarkable destination.