What are the hours and season for Tow String Horse Camp?

Tow String Horse Camp is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Tow String Horse Camp?

Tow String Horse Camp is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Tow String Horse Camp"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/tow-string-horse-camp to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Tow String Horse Camp

Great Smoky Mountains National Park — riverside, fishing, hiking

Cherokee, NC4 (0)

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Saddle up your horses for a camping trip in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Located in the North Carolina portion of the park, this campsite offers miles of horse trails with a breathtaking scenic backdrop. World-renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, Great Smoky Mountains is America’s most visited national park.

Things to do nearby

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Best For

AnglersHikersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Electric Hookups

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Tow String Horse Camp cost per night?+

Tow String Horse Camp costs $30 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.

What season is Tow String Horse Camp open?+

Tow String Horse Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Tow String Horse Camp have hookups?+

No hookups.

What is the maximum RV length at Tow String Horse Camp?+

Tow String Horse Camp can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Tow String Horse Camp?+

Tow String Horse Camp is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Tow String Horse Camp from the nearest town?+

Tow String Horse Camp is located in Cherokee, NC. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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