Campgrounds
Catawba Falls Campground
35 Peggy Loop, Old Fort, NC
Catawba Falls Campground, a family-run riverside destination in Old Fort that has operated since 1981, is temporarily closed in 2025 while awaiting Small Business Administration disaster relief funding to support renovations. Located directly on the Catawba River with access to the Catawba Falls Trailhead just half a mile away, the campground has traditionally offered both primitive and full-utility RV and tent camping with rental cabins available. Planned improvements funded by the SBA relief grant include adding 10 new full-hookup RV sites, upgrading restroom facilities and the bathhouse, updating the camp store, and improving the driveway and landscaping. The campground plans to reopen in 2026. The property's riverside location near the scenic Catawba Falls trailhead has long made it a gateway for accessing one of Western North Carolina's most popular moderate hikes leading to twin waterfalls.
Note: Closure status and anticipated 2026 reopening date based on 2025 information; confirm current operational status before planning a visit.
Common Questions
What is the current status of the campground?
The facility is temporarily closed in 2025 while receiving Small Business Administration disaster relief funding for major renovations and facility upgrades.
When will it reopen?
The campground plans to reopen in 2026 after completing renovations including 10 new full-hookup RV sites and facility upgrades.
What attractions are nearby?
The Catawba Falls Trailhead is less than half a mile away, offering access to a moderate hike leading to twin waterfalls, one of Western North Carolina's most popular destinations.