Deep Creek Group Camp
Open for the 2026 season from April 18 through October 26. Reservations required via Recreation.gov. Minimum party size of 7 people. Generators prohibited. 14-night maximum stay.
High Wind Warning issued October 10 at 12:19PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
* 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.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 12:19PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
* 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
Located next to one of the most popular creeks in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Deep Creek Group Camp provides traditional primitive camping with stunning mountain scenery. The camp offers three group sites, each accommodating 7-20 people, with grills, picnic tables, and campfire rings. At an elevation of 1,800 feet in the southeastern portion of the park, the area experiences mild winters and hot, humid summers. Deep Creek runs on the edge of the campground, providing easy access to fishing, wading, and tubing. An easy 1.6-mile roundtrip hike leads to two beautiful waterfalls: Tom Branch Falls along Deep Creek Trail and the 25-foot Indian Creek Falls. The park offers extensive backcountry fishing opportunities with trout in abundance. This is a tent-only facility with no trailers, campers, or wheeled camping units allowed. Flush toilets and drinking water are available, but there are no showers or hookups. Generators are prohibited in the group camp. Reservations are required and can be made through Recreation.gov up to six months in advance.
Directions
From downtown Bryson City, NC, follow signs to Deep Creek, approximately 3 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (828) 488-3184 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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