US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Caldwell County, North Carolina. Run by US Forest Service, Grandfather Ranger District.
| Operator | US Forest Service, Grandfather Ranger District |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 17 |
| Site types | 16 tent only no electric, 1 group tent only area no electric |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (828) 652-2144 |
| Address | NC |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Mortimer Campground before you go.
Mortimer Campground is a small campground nestled within the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River Corridor south of Grandfather Mountain. Located at the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp, the 17-site campground is surrounded by lush forests, gentle streams, and a large scenic river popular for swimming, fishing, and kayaking. Recreation Visitors to the campground can enjoy a variety of activities including fishing, swimming, day hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, picnicking, and scenic driving. Swimming holes along Thorps Creek provide wading opportunities on hot summer days.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Mortimer Campground is in Caldwell County.
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.