Fontana Dam, North Carolina
Backcountry Campsite #87
Accommodations on the property
- Primitive site
Location
Fontana Dam, North Carolina, 28733
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Backcountry Campsite #87
Synthesized from 4 review mentions across 2 aspects.
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Comfort & Sleep
“the main camp area has plenty of room for a few tents (albeit, a bit sloped)”
2 mentions
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Accessibility
“to get to the actual campsite is about 150 yd steep hike”
2 mentions
Recent reviews
We camped at this site in October. The lake water levels were very low which made I difficult to get gear up the bank. As other reviews have stated, it's a 150 yards all uphill to the camp sites at the top of the island. There are multiple tent locations once you reach the top. My advise would be to pack light.
Great campsite, with one caveat - to get to the actual campsite is about 150 yd steep hike up to the top of the island. This isn't so bad, but it gets a little old considering you have to go all the way down to the lake to fetch water. Overall though, the campsite is great! The main camp area has plenty of room for a few tents (albeit, a bit sloped) and there is another smaller flat area about 10 yards from the main camp area that can be utilized for more space. The views from around the island are great (as is bout anywhere around Lake Fontana really). Will definitely be staying here aga…
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Backcountry Campsite #87 located?
Backcountry Campsite #87 is located in Fontana Dam, North Carolina.
What types of accommodations does Backcountry Campsite #87 offer?
Backcountry Campsite #87 offers Primitive site. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.
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Backcountry Campsite #87 has a 4.4/5 rating from 8 reviews on aggregate. Ratings reflect aggregate sentiment from public review platforms; we don't moderate operator reviews.
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