Best camping near Balsam
51 campgrounds · 51 ranked · updated 2026-07-14 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Balsam, North Carolina — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 51 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Stonebridge RV Resort and Campgrounds
8.3 mi away
Stonebridge RV Resort and Campgrounds is a campground near Asheville, North Carolina.
Why 100: 83 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Mountain Retreat RV Park
8.4 mi away
Mountain Retreat RV Park is a campground near Asheville, North Carolina.
Why 100: 80 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#3
Hillbilly Campground
8.5 mi away
Hillbilly Campground is a campground near Asheville, North Carolina.
Why 100: 84 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#4
Winngray Campground
11.4 mi away
Winngray Campground is a campground near Asheville, North Carolina.
Why 100: 67 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#5
Shining Rock Campground
11.7 mi away
Shining Rock Campground is a campground near Asheville, North Carolina.
Why 100: 79 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Indian Creek Campground
14.0 mi away
Indian Creek Campground is a campground near Sevierville, Tennessee.
Why 100: 105 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#7
Riverside Campground
14.4 mi away
Riverside Campground is a campground near Asheville, North Carolina.
Why 100: 74 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#8
The Glamping Collective
17.4 mi away
The Glamping Collective is a campground near Asheville, North Carolina.
Why 100: 33 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Thompson Creek Camp Site
18.1 mi away
Flat camp site next to the Upper Thompson Creek.
Why 100: 72 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#10
Camp Merrie-Woode
18.4 mi away
Camp Merrie-Woode is a campground near Easley, South Carolina.
Why 100: 43 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Sunburst
Good
7.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
The Sunburst camping area is located in the state of North Carolina and offers a variety of amenities for campers. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 90 things to do within 15 mi
88Elite
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#12
Sunburst Campground
Good
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Sunburst Campground, located in the state of North Carolina, offers campers a wonderful outdoor experience. The campground provides various amenities to enhance visitors' stay…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 88 things to do within 15 mi
88Elite
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#13
Camp Daniel Boone, BSA
Good
9.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 75°F
Camp Daniel Boone BSA is a scenic camping area located in North Carolina. Surrounded by lush forests and mountain views, visitors can enjoy nearby activities such as hiking…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 86 things to do within 15 mi
88Elite
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#14
Balsam Mountain - Great Smoky Mountains
Good
13.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Balsam Mountain campground is a picturesque camping area nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 91 things to do within 15 mi
88Elite
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#15
Balsam Mountain Campground
Good
13.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Balsam Mountain Campground, located in North Carolina, offers a serene camping experience in the heart of nature. The campground provides various amenities to enhance visitors'…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 91 things to do within 15 mi
88Elite
Camping near Balsam
The Balsam area has 51 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Balsam
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.