Campgrounds
Doughton Park Picnic Grounds.
Laurel Springs, NC
Doughton Park Campground sits at milepost 241 along the Blue Ridge Parkway near Laurel Springs, offering 108 campsites across 271 acres of forested land. The campground features 75 tent-only sites, 24 RV sites, and three group sites accommodating up to 20 people each. All sites include parking spurs, picnic tables, fire rings, and grills, with amenities including flush toilets, potable water, trash collection, and an RV dump station.
Located at the base of Wildcat Rock in the Doughton Recreation Area, the park serves as a base for over 30 miles of maintained hiking trails through forested slopes and streams. The scenic setting provides access to the Parkway's natural resources, bird watching, and photography opportunities. The campground operates seasonally from May through October, with on-site amenities including a camp store and the Bluffs Restaurant.
Common Questions
How many sites are available at Doughton Park?
The campground has 108 total sites: 75 tent-only, 24 RV-only, and 3 group sites accommodating up to 20 people each.
What hiking opportunities are nearby?
Over 30 miles of maintained trails access forested slopes, streams, and backcountry in Basin Cove, ranging from short nature walks to longer forest hikes.
Are there amenities at the campground?
Yes, including flush toilets, potable water, dump station, fire rings, grills, picnic tables, and an on-site camp store.