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Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground

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📍 284 Fort Wilderness Rd, Whittier, NC, 28789+1 828-497-9331[email protected]
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Fort Wilderness is a family-oriented campground located 7 miles from Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Whittier, NC. The 10-acre facility offers 120 shaded RV and tent spaces with 20/30/50 amp hookups, plus 12 cabin rentals (9 standard and 3 deluxe). Standard cabins feature basic amenities with shared bathhouse access, while deluxe cabins include full kitchens and private bathrooms. The campground provides a 20x40 swimming pool, game room, dedicated dog park, on-site store, laundry facilities, and a large covered pavilion with grill and fireplace, making it well-suited for family gatherings and group reunions. (via official site)

Tents Caravans / RV Motorhomes Cabins & rentals Car access Bike-friendly

Rates & prices

Prices as published on Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground’s official website.

ItemPrice
Reservation processing fee5
Pet fee (dogs)2 per day/per dog
Pet fee (cabin, up to 2 animals)per stay25.00
WiFi2.50 per day
Direct TV cable connection2.50 per day
Cabin linensper linen set if needed25.00
Additional guest charge (children)5.00 per day
Additional guest charge (adults)10.00 per day
Pool access (non-registered guests)free for registered campers7 per day
Late check-in fee (cabins)starting fee20
Discount / deposit
Cancellation penaltycharged at any time of cancellation30%

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground, from its official website.

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches120
RV and tent spaces120 shaded spaces
Standard cabin capacityQueen bed plus bunk beds or twin bed
Deluxe cabin capacityQueen bed plus two twin mattresses in loft
Standard cabin amenitiesAir conditioning, heat, microwave, TV, refrigerator, picnic table, fire ring, cold water sink, toilet; shared bathhouse access
Deluxe cabin amenitiesAir conditioning, heat, full kitchen, private bathroom with hot shower, TV, picnic table, fire ring with grill top, screened-in porch; one cabin features fireplace

Facilities & services

RV hookups20, 30, and 50 amp service available
Campground storeSells ice, firewood, snacks, water, soda, ice cream, groceries, and RV supplies
PavilionLarge covered pavilion with fireplace, dance floor, and large grill for group use

Location & access

Distance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park7 miles
Distance to Harrah's Casino1.5 miles
GPS coordinates35.44239, -83.3317

Rules & policies

Not allowedClothes lines; flags on campsites; smoking in bathhouses, cabins, pool area, gameroom, office, or pavilions; intoxication; profanity; vandalism; firearms; washing vehicles or trailers; running or roughhousing at pool; glass bottles or alcohol in pool area; unattended children in bathhouses, gameroom
Fire regulationsAll fires must be contained in fire rings only; no burning of trash, garbage, or non-wood items
Speed limit5 mph throughout campground; bicycles and rollerblades limited to area below pool at 5 mph max
Pet restrictionsPets must be leashed at all times; not allowed in office, pool areas, or bathhouses; should be walked on main street by fence or back street by field; barking dogs not tolerated; pet waste must be cleaned up promptly

Awards & certificates

Safety certificationBrilliantly SAFE! designation from Sur.ly (2023), based on aggregated public ratings and user reviews

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground.

Check-in2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check-out11:00 AM
Office Hours (Mon-Thu, Sat)10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Office Hours (Fri)2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Office Hours (Sun)10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Quiet Hours10:00 PM - 7:00 AM
PoolOperating hours not specified

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What’s nearby

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🏞️ Attractions

Thomas Peak (818 m)Summits & peaks3.1 km · ~6 min driveDirections ↗
John A. Crowe ComplexParks & play3.4 km · ~6 min driveDirections ↗
Whittier River Access AreaParks & play4.1 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Cherokee Bear Zoo and Exotic Animals
Cherokee Bear Zoo and Exotic AnimalsAttractions

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort is a casino and hotel on the Qualla Boundary in Cherokee, North Carolina. It is owned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and operated by Caesars Entertainment. It is located on the site of the former Frontier Land theme park.

6.7 km · ~8 min driveDirections ↗
O'Dear Knob (773 m)Summits & peaks9.4 km · ~13 min driveDirections ↗
Gibson Knob (907 m)Summits & peaks10.8 km · ~14 min driveDirections ↗
Little Creek FallsWaterfalls12.8 km · ~23 min driveDirections ↗
Oconaluftee River Trail Trailhead
Oconaluftee River Trail TrailheadTrails & trailheads

L'Oconaluftee, également appelée la Luftee, est un cours d'eau américain qui s'écoule dans les comtés de Swain puis de Jackson, en Caroline du Nord. Franchie par plusieurs ponts, notamment le Smokemont Bridge dans le parc national des Great Smoky Mountains, la rivière se jette dans la Tuckasegee, qui fait partie du système hydrologique du Mississippi.

13.1 km · ~16 min driveDirections ↗
Washington Creek FallsWaterfalls14.6 km · ~20 min driveDirections ↗
Noland Divide Trail TrailheadTrails & trailheads16.2 km · ~20 min driveDirections ↗
Tow String Horse Trail TrailheadTrails & trailheads17 km · ~21 min driveDirections ↗

🛒 Amenities & services

🛒 Groceries

Fuel

🍽️ Food & drink

Medical

  • Unity Healing Center8.3 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
  • ᏣᎳᎩ ᎠᏂᏴᏫᏯ ᎦᏂᎦᏙᎢ;Cherokee Indian Hospital8.3 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗
  • Hospital Hill Pharmacy14.8 km · ~16 min driveDirections ↗

🚰 Drinking water

🚻 Toilets & showers

🎾 Sports

🏧 ATM & bank

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground.

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Dogs must be leashed at all times and are not allowed in office, pool, or bathhouses. A dedicated dog park is available. Pet fees are $2/day per dog or $25 per stay for up to 2 animals in cabin rentals. Additional pets incur an extra $25 fee.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Check-out is 11:00 AM. Late check-ins for cabins are available for an additional fee starting at $20.

Are linens provided with cabin rentals?

No. Linens, pillows, towels, and bed coverings are not supplied. Guests must bring their own or rent them for $25 per linen set.

What quiet hours are enforced?

Quiet hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM when guests must keep noise minimal. Children must be back at their campsites by 10:00 PM unless accompanied by parents.

What facilities and activities are available?

Amenities include a 20x40 swimming pool, game room with pool table and ping pong, dog park, laundry facilities, on-site campground store, covered pavilion with fireplace and grill, playground, and paved roads for walking and biking.

Where is Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground located?

Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground is in Whittier, NC.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground?

At Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground, check-in is from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM.

How many pitches does Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground have?

Fort Wilderness RV Park and Campground has around 120 pitches.

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