Blue Ridge mountain overlook in North Carolina, illustrative Appalachian scenery and not a photograph of the sanctuary property.

Primitive Camping in the Appalachian Hills

Camp surrounded by the wild beauty of the Appalachian Hills.

Woodland path through green Appalachian scenery.

LAND AND TRAILS

Explore the Appalachian Landscape

The property includes wooded trails, hillsides, open fields, creeks, and quiet natural areas to explore. Guests can experience the land at their own pace—walking through the woods, sitting beside the water, watching wildlife, photographing the scenery, or simply taking time away from the noise and busyness of everyday life.

BY THE WATER

Creekside Camping

Some of our primitive sites are planned along the creeks that run through the property, offering a peaceful setting among trees, water, birdsong, and the natural sounds of the Appalachian landscape. These sites are ideal for visitors who enjoy privacy, quiet mornings, and a closer connection to the land.

Creek and footbridge among trees in the Great Smoky Mountains; illustrative Appalachian scenery, not a photograph of the sanctuary property.

Come Experience the Hills

The Appalachian Hills have a quiet beauty that stays with you, from the sound of a creek and the view from a mountaintop to a trail through the woods or a field opening beneath the evening sky.

Layered mountain views from Tray Mountain, Georgia; illustrative Appalachian scenery, not a photograph of the sanctuary property.

HIGHER GROUND

Mountainsides and Vista Views

Other sites are being developed on higher ground and along the mountaintops, where campers may enjoy wide views across the surrounding Appalachian hills. Open skies, beautiful sunsets, cool mountain air, and a sense of space make these elevated sites a quieter kind of mountain experience.

OPEN COUNTRY

Camping in the Fields

Some areas of the property feature open fields surrounded by wooded hills, with room to spread out and enjoy the contrast between open land and mountain forest. These sites offer beautiful daytime views and an unobstructed look at the stars after dark.

Open field surrounded by wooded hills from the supplied camping photo collection.

Volunteer to Help Develop the Camping Sites

Come volunteer to help develop the camping sites and receive free camping in exchange. Contact Randy for details.

Contact Us

Interested in learning more about the developing camping areas? Contact us for current site information, availability, development updates, and future booking opportunities.

Phone: 606-388-5356