## Overview

Van Hook Glade is a scenic, secluded campground in the heart of the Nantahala
National Forest. Convenient for families and anglers, the campground is in
close proximity to hiking trails, scenic views, waterfalls and a nearby lake.

## Recreation

Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded campsites,
or seek out many activities close by. A short trail in the campground leads to
the Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, which offers six hiking trails ranging
from easy to moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming.
Boating is not permitted.  
  
Van Hook glade is a short drive from Dry Falls and Whitewater Falls.

## Facilities

Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded campsites,
or seek out many activities close by. A short trail in the campground leads to
the Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, which offers six hiking trails ranging
from easy to moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming.
Boating is not permitted.  
  
Van Hook glade is a short drive from Dry Falls and Whitewater Falls.

## Natural Features

The campground is located just 4 miles from the scenic and cultural
attractions of Highlands, North Carolina, offering shady campsites in a
heavily wooded and secluded area situated on rolling hills. The elevation is
4,118 feet, and the calm waters of Cliffside Lake sit adjacent.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (828) 787-1980.

## Nearby Attractions

A morning or late afternoon drive down scenic Highway 64 is sure to present
visitors with amazing views. The quaint town of Highlands has a general store
and various attractions, while the larger town of Franklin has shopping, a
casino, grocery stores and performing arts.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Van Hook Glade is a scenic, secluded campground in the heart of the Nantahala National Forest. Convenient for families and anglers, the campground is in close proximity to hiking trails, scenic views, waterfalls and a nearby lake.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded campsites, or seek out many activities close by. A short trail in the campground leads to the Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, which offers six hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming. Boating is not permitted.
<br/><br/>
Van Hook glade is a short drive from Dry Falls and Whitewater Falls.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded campsites, or seek out many activities close by. A short trail in the campground leads to the Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, which offers six hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming. Boating is not permitted.
<br/><br/>
Van Hook glade is a short drive from Dry Falls and Whitewater Falls.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located just 4 miles from the scenic and cultural attractions of Highlands, North Carolina, offering shady campsites in a heavily wooded and secluded area situated on rolling hills. The elevation is 4,118 feet, and the calm waters of Cliffside Lake sit adjacent.

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (828) 787-1980.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
A morning or late afternoon drive down scenic Highway 64 is sure to present visitors with amazing views. The quaint town of Highlands has a general store and various attractions, while the larger town of Franklin has shopping, a casino, grocery stores and performing arts.

Van Hook Glade Campground

Van Hook Glade Bathroom

One of the many campground at van hook glade

Van Hook Glade Campground 2

Van Hook Glade Waterfall

Van Hook Glade Waterfall 2

VAN HOOK GLADE

Van Hook Glade

## Overview

Cliffside Lake Recreation Area is a large Day Use area outside of Highlands,
NC in Nantahala National Forest. The site offers access to Cliffside Lake
where visitors can fish and swim. Cliffside is also home to several
trailheads, including the popular Ranger Falls Trail. A $5 per car parking fee
is charged for all visitors. Picnic shelters are available for reservation and
are the perfect venue for a family reunion, school group, or church outing.

## Recreation

Cliffside Lake Recreation Area offers six hiking trails ranging from easy to
moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming. Boating is not
permitted. Cliffside is a short drive from Dry Falls, Whitewater Falls, and
Rainbow Falls. Cliffside is also adjacent to the well maintained and secluded
Van Hook Glade Campground. The nearby Cashiers Valley offers recreationalists
a plethora of activities such as hiking, cycling, fishing, rock climbing, and
whitewater. Nearby Whiteside Mountain is the perfect hike for an adventurous
family with young children.

## Facilities

Cliffside Lake Recreation Area offers six hiking trails ranging from easy to
moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming. Boating is not
permitted. Cliffside is a short drive from Dry Falls, Whitewater Falls, and
Rainbow Falls. Cliffside is also adjacent to the well maintained and secluded
Van Hook Glade Campground. The nearby Cashiers Valley offers recreationalists
a plethora of activities such as hiking, cycling, fishing, rock climbing, and
whitewater. Nearby Whiteside Mountain is the perfect hike for an adventurous
family with young children.

## Natural Features

Cliffside Lake is located adjacent to the beautiful Cullasaja Gorge where
visitors can see several large waterfalls a short walk from Highway 64. The
site is nestled between three beautiful mountains, all of which can be
explored on the extensive trail system. At 4,118 feet elevation, visitors will
enjoy the cooler temperatures that the unique temperate rainforest ecosystem
brings to the Blue Ridge Mountains. The calm waters of Cliffside Lake offer
anglers of all ages a unique opportunity to catch multiple species including
trout, bass, and bream.

## Nearby Attractions

A morning or late afternoon drive down scenic Highway 64 is sure to present
visitors with amazing views. The quaint town of Highlands has a general store
and several fantastic restaurants, while the larger town of Franklin has
shopping, grocery stores and performing arts.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (828) 787-1980.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Cliffside Lake Recreation Area is a large Day Use area outside of Highlands, NC in Nantahala National Forest. The site offers access to Cliffside Lake where visitors can fish and swim. Cliffside is also home to several trailheads, including the popular Ranger Falls Trail. A $5 per car parking fee is charged for all visitors. Picnic shelters are available for reservation and are the perfect venue for a family reunion, school group, or church outing.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Cliffside Lake Recreation Area offers six hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming. Boating is not permitted. Cliffside is a short drive from Dry Falls, Whitewater Falls, and Rainbow Falls. Cliffside is also adjacent to the well maintained and secluded Van Hook Glade Campground. The nearby Cashiers Valley offers recreationalists a plethora of activities such as hiking, cycling, fishing, rock climbing, and whitewater. Nearby Whiteside Mountain is the perfect hike for an adventurous family with young children.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Cliffside Lake Recreation Area offers six hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming. Boating is not permitted. Cliffside is a short drive from Dry Falls, Whitewater Falls, and Rainbow Falls. Cliffside is also adjacent to the well maintained and secluded Van Hook Glade Campground. The nearby Cashiers Valley offers recreationalists a plethora of activities such as hiking, cycling, fishing, rock climbing, and whitewater. Nearby Whiteside Mountain is the perfect hike for an adventurous family with young children.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Cliffside Lake is located adjacent to the beautiful Cullasaja Gorge where visitors can see several large waterfalls a short walk from Highway 64. The site is nestled between three beautiful mountains, all of which can be explored on the extensive trail system. At 4,118 feet elevation, visitors will enjoy the cooler temperatures that the unique temperate rainforest ecosystem brings to the Blue Ridge Mountains. The calm waters of Cliffside Lake offer anglers of all ages a unique opportunity to catch multiple species including trout, bass, and bream.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>A morning or late afternoon drive down scenic Highway 64 is sure to present visitors with amazing views. The quaint town of Highlands has a general store and several fantastic restaurants, while the larger town of Franklin has shopping, grocery stores and performing arts.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (828) 787-1980.

Cliffside Swim area

Cliffside Lake Campground 1

Cliffside Lake Shelter

Cliffside Lake Hiking trail

View from Picnic Shelter

Cliffside Lake picnic

Cliffeside Lake Picnic Area

Cliffside Lake Shelters

## Overview

Whether traveling with an RV or tent, Standing Indian Campground is a prime
place to stop for a night or spend several days in the picturesque Nantahala
National Forest. The campground's many amenities provide a comfortable home
base for exploring this fun and historic section of the forest. Standing
Indian is located within a 20-minute drive of Franklin, North Carolina.

## Recreation

The Standing Indian Basin is a premier hiking destination. The campground
provides access to numerous trails, including the world-famous Appalachian
Trail, which journeys from Georgia to Maine.  
  
Visitors who wish to get their feet wet can experience the Nantahala River,
well-known for whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing (fishing license
required).  
  
Big and small game hunting is available in the surrounding area.

## Facilities

The Standing Indian Basin is a premier hiking destination. The campground
provides access to numerous trails, including the world-famous Appalachian
Trail, which journeys from Georgia to Maine.  
  
Visitors who wish to get their feet wet can experience the Nantahala River,
well-known for whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing (fishing license
required).  
  
Big and small game hunting is available in the surrounding area.

## Natural Features

The campground is surrounded by 5,000' peaks and crossed by several natural
streams. It sits at an elevation of 3,880 feet at the headwaters of the scenic
Nantahala River, amidst lush forests of evergreen trees and rhododendrons.

## Charges & Cancellations

There is not a premium type site available but there is some nonelectric
double site that is $40.00 per night.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Whether traveling with an RV or tent, Standing Indian Campground is a prime place to stop for a night or spend several days in the picturesque Nantahala National Forest. The campground's many amenities provide a comfortable home base for exploring this fun and historic section of the forest. Standing Indian is located within a 20-minute drive of Franklin, North Carolina.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Standing Indian Basin is a premier hiking destination. The campground provides access to numerous trails, including the world-famous Appalachian Trail, which journeys from Georgia to Maine.
<br><br>
Visitors who wish to get their feet wet can experience the Nantahala River, well-known for whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing (fishing license required).
<br><br>
Big and small game hunting is available in the surrounding area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Standing Indian Basin is a premier hiking destination. The campground provides access to numerous trails, including the world-famous Appalachian Trail, which journeys from Georgia to Maine.
<br><br>
Visitors who wish to get their feet wet can experience the Nantahala River, well-known for whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing (fishing license required).
<br><br>
Big and small game hunting is available in the surrounding area.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is surrounded by 5,000' peaks and crossed by several natural streams. It sits at an elevation of 3,880 feet at the headwaters of the scenic Nantahala River, amidst lush forests of evergreen trees and rhododendrons.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>There is not a premium type site available but there is some nonelectric double site that is $40.00 per night.</p>

Group sites is correct, single sites is correct, need to add a double site to
replace the premium type site and the double site cost is $40.00

River at campground

STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND photo

Restrooms

STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND

Amphitheater

Nantahala River, view from bridge entering campground

Nantahala River

Camp Store

Pavilion in parking area

Single campsite

Hiking trail

Lower River Trail

Park Creek Trail photo

Park Creek/Kimsey Creek trail entrance

Lower Ridge Trail entrance

Trail junction, Park Creek Trail and Kimsey Creek Trail

Trail junction

Water spigot and trash receptacles located conveniently throughout campground

Water spigot and trash receptacles

Double campsite

Standing Indian Campground

## Overview

Balsam Lake Lodge is nestled in the center of the 39,000-acre Roy Taylor
Forest within the Nantahala National Forest. The lodge overlooks Balsam Lake
and offers spectacular mountain views.  
  
The lodge opened its doors to the public when the Forest Service acquired the
dwelling and lake in 1982. Since then groups have rented the lodge for
meetings, recreation and environmental activities.

## Recreation

Near the 8-acre lake are three short hiking trails, several fishing piers and
a picnic area. The Robinson Trail, suitable for wheelchairs, leads to a dock
and fishing pier. The Malonee Trail travels approximately a half-mile beside
the lake to the day use area. The .3-mile Wolf Creek Trail continues beside a
stream.  
  
Anglers can fish for trout in Balsam Lake. It's also open to non-motorized
boating.

## Facilities

Near the 8-acre lake are three short hiking trails, several fishing piers and
a picnic area. The Robinson Trail, suitable for wheelchairs, leads to a dock
and fishing pier. The Malonee Trail travels approximately a half-mile beside
the lake to the day use area. The .3-mile Wolf Creek Trail continues beside a
stream.  
  
Anglers can fish for trout in Balsam Lake. It's also open to non-motorized
boating.

## Natural Features

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Balsam Lake Lodge
offers a haven in the Nantahala National Forest. This mountain getaway can be
reserved for weekends and weekdays from early April through late November.
Reservations will be open from early April through late November. A dense
forest of mixed deciduous and conifer trees hugs the shoreline of this
tranquil lake.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors to Balsam Lake Lodge can explore the rest of the Nantahala National
Forest, which is especially known for its spectacular waterfalls. This
includes Whitewater Falls, the highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains.

## Charges & Cancellations

$170 per night sunday through Thursday. $200 per night friday and saturday.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Balsam Lake Lodge is nestled in the center of the 39,000-acre Roy Taylor Forest within the Nantahala National Forest. The lodge overlooks Balsam Lake and offers 
spectacular mountain views.
<br/><br/>
The lodge opened its doors to the public when the Forest Service acquired the dwelling and lake in 1982. Since then groups have rented the lodge for meetings, 
recreation and environmental activities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Near the 8-acre lake are three short hiking trails, several fishing piers and a picnic area. The Robinson Trail, suitable for wheelchairs, leads to a dock and fishing pier. The Malonee Trail travels approximately a half-mile beside the lake to the day use area. The .3-mile Wolf Creek Trail
continues beside a stream.<br/><br/>

Anglers can fish for trout in Balsam Lake. It's also open to non-motorized boating.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Near the 8-acre lake are three short hiking trails, several fishing piers and a picnic area. The Robinson Trail, suitable for wheelchairs, leads to a dock and fishing pier. The Malonee Trail travels approximately a half-mile beside the lake to the day use area. The .3-mile Wolf Creek Trail
continues beside a stream.<br/><br/>

Anglers can fish for trout in Balsam Lake. It's also open to non-motorized boating.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Balsam Lake Lodge offers a haven in the Nantahala National Forest. This mountain getaway can be reserved for weekends and weekdays from early April through late November.  Reservations will be open from early April through late November.
  
A dense forest of mixed deciduous and conifer trees hugs the shoreline of this tranquil lake.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors to Balsam Lake Lodge can explore the rest of the Nantahala National Forest, which is especially known for its spectacular waterfalls. This includes Whitewater
Falls, the highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
$170 per night sunday through Thursday.  $200 per night friday and saturday.

$170 per night. A $30 fee for each Friday and Saturday night booked.

BALSAM LAKE LODGE

Balsam Lake Lodge

National Forests in North Carolina

Bird's eye view of the campsite

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