Van Hook Glade
Van Hook Glade is a national forest campground in North Carolina. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- North Carolina
- Coordinates
- 35.07722, -83.24639
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Site
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 828-526-5918
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Van Hook Glade
Overview 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. Recreation Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded campsites, or seek out many activities close by. A short trail in the campground leads to the Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, which offers six hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate, as well as trout fishing, picnicking and swimming. Boating is not permitted. Van Hook glade is a short drive from Dry Falls and Whitewater Falls. Facilities Van Hook Glade offers 18 secluded sites, all equipped with picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills. Hot showers and flush toilets are also provided, and firewood is available for purchase on-site. Natural Features 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. The elevation is 4,118 feet, and the calm waters of Cliffside Lake sit adjacent. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (828) 787-1980. Nearby Attractions A morning or late afternoon drive down scenic Highway 64 is sure to present visitors with amazing views. The quaint town of Highlands has a general store and various attractions, while the larger town of F
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- NPS · 33 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Freeman Gas · 8.2 mi
- Low clearances
- 2 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 53 designated routes (86 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Hook Glade Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Van Hook Glade Campground | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| US Forest Service | Free campsite | 3.5 mi | Free | — |
| Blue Valley Camp | National forest campground | 4.6 mi | — | — |
| Ammons Branch Camp | National forest campground | 6.9 mi | — | — |
| Ammons Branch Campground | Private campground | 6.9 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.