Van Hook Glade
National Forests in North Carolina — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: HIGHLANDS, NC, NC
Price: From $24 per night
Price range: $24–$40 per night
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (152 reviews)
Season: May through October
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. Hot showers and flush toilets are also provided, and firewood is available for purchase on-site.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
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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Van Hook Glade is a scenic, secluded 12-site campground in Nantahala National Forest convenient for families and anglers, with nearby hiking trails, waterfalls, and Cliffside Lake Recreation Area. Google reviews consistently praise it as small, beautiful, quiet, and clean with excellent camp hosts.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, White-tailed Deer, Gray Fox, Wild Turkey, Peregrine Falcon, Black-throated Blue Warbler, and Ringneck Snake documented in the area
Insider tips for Van Hook Glade: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Sites 7 and 8 connect via a trail through the trees, ideal for families wanting proximity without parking lot walks Small smooth loop is suitable for bike riding with children
Skip Van Hook Glade if: You have a large RV or trailer — tight loop at campground end is difficult to navigate and no hookups available. You need full hookups — this campground is only suitable for self-contained RVs.
Best time to visit Van Hook Glade: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Cliffside Lake Shelters (Highlands, NC), West Fork Campground (Clayton, Ga) (Lakemont, GA), Sarah’S Creek Campground (Clayton, Ga) (Lakemont, GA), Willis Knob Horse Camp (LAKEMONT, GA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Van Hook Glade
Cell signal at Van Hook Glade (HIGHLANDS, NC): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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. Hot showers and flush toilets are also provided, and firewood is available for purchase on-site.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.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Sites 7 and 8 connect via a trail through the trees, ideal for families wanting proximity without parking lot walks
Small smooth loop is suitable for bike riding with children
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Highlands, North Carolina, follow Highway 64 west approximately 4.5 miles. The campground entrance is on the right.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — National Forests in North Carolina fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at National Forests in North Carolina before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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