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Appletree Group Campground

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Open April 1 through October 31. Reservations required by phone through the Nantahala Ranger District at (828) 524-6441. Summer weekends are popular; weekdays are quieter.

High Wind Warning issued October 10 at 5:24PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

5:24 PM — October 11th, 3:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning at elevations above 3500 feet, southeast winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory in effect below 3500 feet, southeast winds 5 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Most of the mountains of western North Carolina, from Graham and Macon counties northeast to Mitchell County. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines especially in higher elevations. Widespread power outages are expected in higher elevations. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, and may cause a few tree limbs to fall and cause isolated power outages in lower elevations.

Flood Watch issued October 10 at 4:02PM EDT until October 11 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

4:02 PM — 11:00 PM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...In Northeast Georgia, the following counties: Elbert, Franklin, Habersham, Hart, Rabun and Stephens. In western North Carolina, the following counties: Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, McDowell, Polk, Rutherford, Haywood, Henderson, Macon, Mitchell, Jackson, Transylvania and Yancey. In Upstate South Carolina, the following counties: Abbeville, Anderson, Central Greenville, Greater Oconee, Greater Pickens, Greenville, Greenwood, Laurens, Spartanburg, and Oconee. * WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - As Isaias weakens and moves northward into the lower Ohio Valley, periods of rain will continue. While rainfall rates may decrease in some areas this evening, short bursts of heavy rain are possible through tonight. By Sunday morning, total accumulations of generally 5 to 8 inches are expected along the southeast-facing Blue Ridge Escarpment, with 2 to 5 inches elsewhere in the watch area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 5:24PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

5:24 PM — October 11th, 3:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning at elevations above 3500 feet, southeast winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory in effect below 3500 feet, southeast winds 5 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Most of the mountains of western North Carolina, from Graham and Macon counties northeast to Mitchell County. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines especially in higher elevations. Widespread power outages are expected in higher elevations. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, and may cause a few tree limbs to fall and cause isolated power outages in lower elevations.

About

Appletree Group Campground sits within Nantahala National Forest on the Nantahala Ranger District, offering four dedicated group sites for organized camping. Sites A and D accommodate groups up to 25 people, while sites B and C can host up to 50 people each. Every site includes a covered picnic shelter, an outdoor gathering area with a fire ring and lantern posts, flush toilet restrooms, a water hydrant, designated gravel parking, and an open grassy field for tent camping and group activities. The campground serves as a base for exploring over 20 miles of interconnecting hiking trails nearby, including access to sections of the Bartram National Recreation Trail. Mountain streams in the area hold rainbow, brown, and native brook trout for anglers with valid North Carolina fishing licenses. Nantahala Lake lies about 10 minutes away, and the Nantahala River offers whitewater rafting opportunities. The 61-mile Mountain Waters Scenic Byway passes through the region. Reservations are required and must be made by calling the Nantahala Ranger District. Only one wheeled camping unit is permitted per site and must remain in the gravel parking area. The campground sees its heaviest use during summer weekends but remains quieter on weekdays.

Directions

From Knoxville: Take U.S. 129 south to Topton, NC. Turn left onto U.S. 19. Turn right at the Nantahala River Launch Site onto SR 1310 (Wayah Road). Go about 8 miles and turn right onto SR 1401 (Junaluska Road). Go about 2.5 miles; the campground entrance is on the right.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station —
Wifi —
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store —
Price $75 - $150

Vehicle

Max RV Length —
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites —

Contact

Phone +1 (828) 524-6441

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Useful Links

Appletree TR19b
USFS Appletree Group Campground
National Forests in NC Alerts

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