## Overview

Cheoah Point Campground lies on a peninsula of the vast Lake Santeetlah in the
hills of western North Carolina. The lake and surrounding landscape provide
countless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

## Recreation

Anglers enjoy fishing for trout, walleye, a variety of bass, bream and crappie
and more in the 2,800-acre Lake Santeetlah. Boating, canoeing, jet skiing and
swimming are also popular activities on the lake. Nearby, the Wauchecha Bald
Trail, which begins as a an easy hike and gets progressively more difficult,
provides access to the famed Appalachian Trail.

## Facilities

Anglers enjoy fishing for trout, walleye, a variety of bass, bream and crappie
and more in the 2,800-acre Lake Santeetlah. Boating, canoeing, jet skiing and
swimming are also popular activities on the lake. Nearby, the Wauchecha Bald
Trail, which begins as a an easy hike and gets progressively more difficult,
provides access to the famed Appalachian Trail.

## Natural Features

Lake Santeetlah sits in the Nantahala National Forest, which covers 1.3
million acres of mountain lands. Old forests grace the hills and valleys, with
some of the canyons reaching deep into the earth, providing ample hiking
opportunities in the beautiful terrain. Cheoah Point is situated in a forest
of mature hardwoods at an elevation of 1,760 feet. The campground covers steep
terrain and many of the campsites overlook the lake.

## Nearby Attractions

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just a short distance away, offering an
ideal day trip from Cheoah point Recreation Area.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cheoah Point Campground lies on a peninsula of the vast Lake Santeetlah in the hills of western North Carolina. The lake and surrounding landscape provide countless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.


<h2>Recreation</h2>
Anglers enjoy fishing for trout, walleye, a variety of bass, bream and crappie and more in the 2,800-acre Lake Santeetlah. Boating, canoeing, jet skiing and swimming are also popular activities on the lake.   Nearby, the Wauchecha Bald Trail, which begins as a an easy hike and gets progressively more difficult, provides access to the famed Appalachian Trail. 
<h2>Facilities</h2>
Anglers enjoy fishing for trout, walleye, a variety of bass, bream and crappie and more in the 2,800-acre Lake Santeetlah. Boating, canoeing, jet skiing and swimming are also popular activities on the lake.   Nearby, the Wauchecha Bald Trail, which begins as a an easy hike and gets progressively more difficult, provides access to the famed Appalachian Trail. 
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Santeetlah sits in the Nantahala National Forest, which covers 1.3 million acres of mountain lands. Old forests grace the hills and valleys, with some of the canyons reaching deep into the earth, providing ample hiking opportunities in the beautiful terrain.  Cheoah Point is situated in a forest of mature hardwoods at an elevation of 1,760 feet.  The campground covers steep terrain and many of the campsites overlook the lake. 

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just a short distance away, offering an ideal day trip from Cheoah point Recreation Area.

CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND

Cheoah Point Campground

## Overview

Rattler Ford Group Campground sits near the swift-moving Santeetlah Creek in
the Nantahala National Forest. Groups of up to 25 guests can enjoy the creek,
which is popular for fly fishing, as well as nearby Lake Santeetlah, which
provides countless water sports and activities.

## Recreation

The campground is located about 2.5 miles from the Avey Branch boat ramp at
Lake Santeetlah, which provides visitors access to all types of water-related
activities, including fishing, boating, and canoeing. Horseshoe pits and
volleyball courts are available within the campground. Visitors can also enjoy
a variety of hiking trails and scenic drives in the area.

## Facilities

The campground is located about 2.5 miles from the Avey Branch boat ramp at
Lake Santeetlah, which provides visitors access to all types of water-related
activities, including fishing, boating, and canoeing. Horseshoe pits and
volleyball courts are available within the campground. Visitors can also enjoy
a variety of hiking trails and scenic drives in the area.

## Natural Features

Large trees and thick forests provide moderate shade for the campground, while
vast meadows also allow for sunshine and open play. Nantahala is a Cherokee
word meaning "land of the noonday sun," which is appropriate, as the sun only
reaches the deep gorges of the western North Carolina mountains and valleys at
midday.

## Nearby Attractions

The entrance to Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness, which contains nearly
17,000 acres, and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, containing nearly 6,000 acres
of old-growth forest, is located approximately 1/4 mile from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Rattler Ford Group Campground sits near the swift-moving Santeetlah Creek in the Nantahala National Forest.  Groups of up to 25 guests can enjoy the creek, which is popular for fly fishing, as well as nearby Lake Santeetlah, which provides countless water sports and activities. <h2>Recreation</h2>
The campground is located about 2.5 miles from the Avey Branch boat ramp at Lake Santeetlah, which provides visitors access to all types of water-related activities, including fishing, boating, and canoeing.  Horseshoe pits and volleyball courts are available within the campground. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of hiking trails and scenic drives in the area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground is located about 2.5 miles from the Avey Branch boat ramp at Lake Santeetlah, which provides visitors access to all types of water-related activities, including fishing, boating, and canoeing.  Horseshoe pits and volleyball courts are available within the campground. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of hiking trails and scenic drives in the area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Large trees and thick forests provide moderate shade for the campground, while vast meadows also allow for sunshine and open play.  Nantahala is a Cherokee word meaning "land of the noonday sun," which is appropriate, as the sun only reaches the deep gorges of the western North Carolina mountains and valleys at midday.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The entrance to Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness, which contains nearly 17,000 acres, and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, containing nearly 6,000 acres of old-growth forest, is located approximately 1/4 mile from the campground.

Rattler Ford Group Campground

RATTLER FORD GROUP CAMPGROUND

## Overview

Nestled in a remote area of Nantahala National Forest, this primitive log
cabin was built in 1931 by Frank Swan in a different location, then later it
was moved to its current location near the Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness.
The cabin and the surrounding meadows are named for the Swan Family, who came
to the area from Pennsylvania in the late 19th century. Swan Cabin offers a
peaceful, quiet retreat where visitors can relax on the front porch and enjoy
birdsong and views of the surrounding wilderness. This cabin, which sleeps up
to ten people, is available from April 15 through October 31.

ATTENTION: Swan Cabin is considered remote, and is located at a high elevation
where climatic conditions can be extreme and can change very quickly. Forest
Service Roads 81 and 81 F that provide access to Swan Cabin are gravel roads.
During certain times of the year, these roads may be muddy or covered with
snow. During ideal conditions, Swan Cabin may be accessed with two wheel-drive
vehicles. During muddy or snow covered conditions, four wheel-drive and higher
clearance vehicles are required. Please be aware that staying at Swan Cabin
requires proper preparation, thorough review of predictive weather reports,
and the ability to be self-sufficient during unplanned weather events, which
can happen at any time of the year. Refunds will not be issued for inclement
weather conditions or the inability to access the cabin due to inclement
weather conditions.

## Recreation

There are several nice hikes in the area, including the 3-mile Swan Meadows
and the 7-mile Stratton Bald Trails. There is an easy 5-minute hike from the
cabin to a waterfall. Nearby boat ramps are available on Santeetlah Lake.

## Facilities

There are several nice hikes in the area, including the 3-mile Swan Meadows
and the 7-mile Stratton Bald Trails. There is an easy 5-minute hike from the
cabin to a waterfall. Nearby boat ramps are available on Santeetlah Lake.

## Natural Features

The Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness is particularly known for its old-growth
forest of oak, poplar and hemlock within the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.
This is one of the largest old-growth forests east of the Mississippi. Sun-
loving wildflowers are abundant in the spring, and rhododendron, azalea and
mountain laurel bloom in the late spring and early summer. The 2 major
watersheds in this wilderness are Slickrock Creek and Little Santeetlah Creek.
The mouth of Slickrock Creek has the lowest elevation in the wilderness at
1,086 feet. Swan Cabin is situated near the highest elevation in the
wilderness: 5,341-foot Stratton Bald in the Unicoi Mountain Range.

## Nearby Attractions

Swan Cabin is an ideal base for exploring the pristine Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock
Wilderness. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only a short drive away and
makes an excellent day trip.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Nestled in a remote area of Nantahala National Forest, this primitive log cabin was built in 1931 by Frank Swan in a different location, then later it was moved to its current location near the Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness.  The cabin and the surrounding meadows are named for the Swan Family, who came to the area from Pennsylvania in the late 19th century.  Swan Cabin offers a peaceful, quiet retreat where visitors can relax on the front porch and enjoy birdsong and views of the surrounding wilderness.  This cabin, which sleeps up to ten people, is available from April 15 through October 31.</p>

<p>ATTENTION:  Swan Cabin is considered remote, and is located at a high elevation where climatic conditions can be extreme and can change very quickly.  Forest Service Roads 81 and 81 F that provide access to Swan Cabin are gravel roads.  During certain times of the year, these roads may be muddy or covered with snow.  During ideal conditions, Swan Cabin may be accessed with two wheel-drive vehicles.  During muddy or snow covered conditions, four wheel-drive and higher clearance vehicles are required.  Please be aware that staying at Swan Cabin requires proper preparation, thorough review of predictive weather reports, and the ability to be self-sufficient during unplanned weather events, which can happen at any time of the year.   Refunds will not be issued for inclement weather conditions or the inability to access the cabin due to inclement weather conditions.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
There are several nice hikes in the area, including the 3-mile Swan Meadows and the 7-mile Stratton Bald Trails. There is an easy 5-minute hike from the cabin to a waterfall. Nearby boat ramps are available on Santeetlah Lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
There are several nice hikes in the area, including the 3-mile Swan Meadows and the 7-mile Stratton Bald Trails. There is an easy 5-minute hike from the cabin to a waterfall. Nearby boat ramps are available on Santeetlah Lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness is particularly known for its old-growth forest of oak, poplar and hemlock within the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest. This is one of the largest old-growth forests east of the Mississippi. Sun-loving wildflowers are abundant in the spring, and rhododendron, azalea and mountain laurel bloom in the late spring and early summer.  The 2 major watersheds in this wilderness are Slickrock Creek and Little Santeetlah Creek. The mouth of Slickrock Creek has the lowest elevation in the wilderness at 1,086 feet. Swan Cabin is situated near the highest elevation in the wilderness: 5,341-foot Stratton Bald in the Unicoi Mountain Range.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Swan Cabin is an ideal base for exploring the pristine Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only a short drive away and makes an excellent day trip.

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