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Tumbling Waters Campground
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Tumbling Waters Campground

πŸ“ Almond, NC
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Hookups
Full
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Pet Policy
Check
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WiFi
No
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Max RV
Call

About Tumbling Waters Campground

Tumbling Waters Campground sits at 2,000 feet on Panther Creek in Almond, NC. This 80-year-old family-owned campground provides direct trout fishing from your campsite.

Tumbling Waters Campground operates as one of the oldest private campgrounds in Western North Carolina for over 80 years. The property occupies a quiet valley at 2,000 feet elevation next to state-stocked Panther Creek. Panther Creek flows into Lake Fontana and holds rainbow, brook, and brown trout.

The campground provides direct access to trout fishing from your campsite or the on-site trout pond. Hiking trails connect directly from the property into the surrounding Nantahala National Forest. The location offers complete darkness for stargazing and no highway noise.

What Amenities Does Tumbling Waters Campground Offer?

Tumbling Waters Campground offers picnic tables, fire rings, a bath house with hot showers, firewood sales, a coin laundry, an outdoor kitchen, a community pavilion, and a stocked trout pond. The property includes hiking trails that connect directly from campsites to the surrounding forest.

πŸ”Œ Full Hookups βœ“
πŸ“Ά Free WiFi βœ—
πŸ• Pet Friendly βœ—
🏊 Swimming Pool βœ—
πŸ‘• Laundry βœ“
πŸͺ Camp Store βœ—
πŸ› Playground βœ—
🏠 Clubhouse βœ—
♻️ Dump Station βœ—
πŸ”₯ Propane βœ—
πŸ“Ί Cable TV βœ—
πŸ• Dog Park βœ—
Picnic TablesFire RingsBath HouseHot ShowersFirewoodCoin LaundryOutdoor KitchenPavilionTrout Pond

Is Tumbling Waters Campground Big Rig Friendly?

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Hookup Type
Water | 30 AMP | Sewer
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Amp Service
30 AMP

What Are the Rates at Tumbling Waters Campground?

Nightly rates at Tumbling Waters Campground start at $45. The campground accepts cash and checks only, with no credit card processing available. Holiday weekends require a 3-night minimum stay.

What Are the Check-In Rules at Tumbling Waters Campground?

Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out is 1:00 PM. The office operates Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closed Sundays. Reservations require a deposit and holiday weekends have a 3-night minimum stay. Book by calling (828) 479-3814.

πŸ• Check-In2PM
πŸ•‘ Check-Out1PM
πŸ“… Minimum StayHOLIDAY WEEKEND 3 NIGHT MINIMUM

Where Is Tumbling Waters Campground Located?

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Almond, North Carolina
1612 Panther Creek Rd
πŸ“ Address1612 Panther Creek Rd, Almond, NC 28702-6132
πŸ“ž Phone8284793814
🌐 WebsiteVisit Official Site
πŸš— Tumbling Waters Campground is located in Almond, North Carolina, approximately 15 minutes west of Bryson City. The property is situated on Panther Creek Road at 2,000 feet elevation in the Nantahala National Forest region.

What Attractions Are Near Tumbling Waters Campground?

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Lake Fontana (fishing, water skiing, tubing)
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Deal’s Gap and Tail of the Dragon
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Nantahala river (whitewater rafting)
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Smokey Mountain National Park
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Deep creek tubing
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Bryson City (shopping)
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Smokey Mountain Railroad
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Joyce Kilmer Forest
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Cherokee NC
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Harrah’s Cherokee Casino
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Tsali Mountain Bike recreational area
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Appalachian Trail

What Activities Are Available at Tumbling Waters Campground?

Trout FishingHikingCamp FiresChapel ServiceFront Porch SittingHammock

What Is the Atmosphere Like at Tumbling Waters Campground?

This family-owned campground emphasizes peaceful, faith-based relaxation in a natural setting. The atmosphere is quiet and secluded with no highway noise, catering to families and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a traditional camping experience away from city lights.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tumbling Waters Campground

What types of hookups are available at Tumbling Waters Campground?

RV sites at Tumbling Waters Campground offer full hookups including water, 30-amp electrical service, and sewer connections.

Does Tumbling Waters Campground have on-site fishing?

Tumbling Waters Campground has a stocked trout pond on the property and campsites adjacent to state-stocked Panther Creek, which contains rainbow, brook, and brown trout.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tumbling Waters Campground?

Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 1:00 PM at Tumbling Waters Campground.

What payment methods does Tumbling Waters Campground accept?

Tumbling Waters Campground accepts cash and checks only, with no credit card processing available.

Are cabin rentals available at Tumbling Waters Campground?

Tumbling Waters Campground offers cabin rentals in addition to RV and tent sites for a complete mountain cabin experience.

What is the minimum stay requirement at Tumbling Waters Campground?

Tumbling Waters Campground requires a 3-night minimum stay during holiday weekends. Regular stays may have different requirements.

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