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Deep Creek Campground

Campground · National park in Swain County, North Carolina.

92Campsites
5.0 miTo Fontana Lake
YesRV hookups

At a glance

Managed byNational Park Service (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Campsites92
Site types32 rv no electric, 30 walk to, 25 tent only no electric, 5 standard, no electric
RV hookupsElectric hookups at 34 sites
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ShowersNo
ToiletsYes
Dump stationYes
Drinking waterYes
Wi-FiYes
Dogs allowedYes
Campfires allowedYes
Wheelchair accessibleYes
FeeYes
Phone(828) 448-3184
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Deep Creek Campground

Located next to one of the most popular creeks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Deep Creek Group Camp provides traditional primitive camping with the stunning backdrop of the mountains. Whether blanketed in bright wildflowers in the spring or vivid colors in the fall, the scenery at Deep Creek never disappoints. The camp offers 92 individual sites, all with grills, tables and campfire rings, perfect for a meal or a late-night s'mores session. Hookups and showers are not provided, but flush toilets and drinking water are available.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Deep Creek Campground is in Swain County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.