Catawba River Walk-In Campground
Facilities & details
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Know before you go
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- Campfires are allowed, but check for seasonal fire bans before lighting one.
Location
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🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Lake James General Store
- Nebo Truck Stop
- Country Market
⛽ Fuel
- Kellers
BP- Sunoco
🍽️ Food & drink
- Fast food
- Roma's Restaurant
- Elliott's Diner
➕ Medical
- Lake James Urgent Care
- McDowell Medical Associates - Nebo
- Mission Community Medicine - Nebo
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Showers
- Public toilets
- Bath House
🎾 Sports
- Big League Camp
- Baseball
- Sports
🏧 ATM & bank
- State Employees Credit Union
- Cash Points
- McDowell CornerStone Credit Union
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Good to know
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Do I need to book ahead for Catawba River Walk-In Campground?
Reservations: recommended.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Catawba River Walk-In Campground?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Catawba River Walk-In Campground?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Are campfires allowed at Catawba River Walk-In Campground?
Yes, campfires are permitted — always check for seasonal fire bans before you go.
Is there drinking water at Catawba River Walk-In Campground?
Yes, drinking water is available.
Are there electrical hookups at Catawba River Walk-In Campground?
No electrical hookups are available.
Is Catawba River Walk-In Campground wheelchair accessible?
Partially — wheelchair access is limited.
Who runs Catawba River Walk-In Campground?
Catawba River Walk-In Campground is operated by North Carolina Division of Parks & Recreation.
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