Horse Cove Campground
Quick Facts
2,152 ftPrice
$15/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
8 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
Quick Facts
2,152 ftPrice
$15/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
8 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
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What Campers Say
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Based on 42 reviews
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"Horse Cove Campground is appreciated for its natural beauty, serene atmosphere, and affordability. Common themes in reviews include the relaxing sound of the creek, isolated sites, and primitive off-the-grid camping."
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Horse Cove Campground
Cheoah Ranger District, 1070 Massey Branch Road, Robbinsville, NC 28771
Best Time to Camp at Horse Cove Campground
Four distinct seasons paint Horse Cove in ever-changing hues. Winter brings crisp mountain air with temperatures dancing between comfortable 50°F afternoons and brisk 30°F mornings perfect for campfire gatherings. As summer unfolds, the forest canopy provides natural air conditioning while temperatures climb to a pleasant 80°F, dropping to ideal sleeping weather each night. The mountains' frequent rainfall keeps the landscape perpetually green and the creek flowing strong, creating that quintessential Appalachian atmosphere adventurers crave.
Summer offers swimming in the creek and busier but pleasant conditions per reviews.
Four-season setting in the Southern Appalachians implies strong fall foliage and scenery.
Spring is lush but reviews mention muddy sites and ticks—good scenery with drawbacks.
Open year-round with crisp mountain air; colder, fewer visitors but limited facilities.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: Specific peak season data not provided, but summer months are likely busier based on user reviews.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open year-round. Upper campground is closed indefinitely due to water system issues.
- Current Alerts: The upper loop is closed indefinitely due to water system failures.
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