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Cataloochee Group Camp

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

🏕️ CampgroundSumter NF / OconeeSouth Carolina⭐ 4.6 (9)
Cataloochee Group Camp
🟢 1 open window as of Oct 8 — soonest Tue Oct 20–Thu Oct 22
Availability checked 2h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 3 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 5d ago.
📈 CampSage caught 2 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Cataloochee Group Camp in South Carolina has 1 open booking window on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Tue Oct 20–Thu Oct 22. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Tue Oct 20 – Thu Oct 222 nights👥 groupbook these dates →sites 👥 #G001

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite Group Sites 1-3 #G001 — Cataloochee Group Camp Site 1
Site Group Sites 1-3 #G001 · Cataloochee Group Camp Site 1NPS
Campsite Group Sites 1-3 #G001 — Cataloochee Group Camp Site 1
Site Group Sites 1-3 #G001 · Cataloochee Group Camp Site 1NPS
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 8.5 mi away (straight line).

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⚡ EV Connect13.3 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about April 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 9 openings at Cataloochee Group Camp over the last 30 days, on 9 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 17 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

👥 Group site💵 $50/nightGroup Tent Only Area Nonelectric🎒 backcountry🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.6★★★★★9 ratings
5★8
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

T-Mobile0.0/4
AT&T0.0/4
Verizon0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Cataloochee Group Camp FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Cataloochee Group Camp?

Cataloochee Group Camp in South Carolina takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Cataloochee Group Camp?

Campsite fees at Cataloochee Group Camp run about $50/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Cataloochee Group Camp when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Cataloochee Group Camp often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Cataloochee Group Camp?

CampSage's scans caught 9 openings at Cataloochee Group Camp over the last 30 days, on 9 separate days, most of them for stays anywhere from same-day to about 17 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Cataloochee Group Camp a good campground?

Cataloochee Group Camp holds an average rating of 4.6/5 from 9 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Cataloochee Group Camp?

Campers report no usable signal at Cataloochee Group Camp — every carrier we have reports for rates 0 out of 5 across 7 reports. Plan for no service. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — coverage can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Cataloochee Group Camp located?

Cataloochee Group Camp is located in Sumter NF / Oconee, South Carolina. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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