Jackrabbit Mountain
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Jackrabbit Mountain Campground offers scenic lakeside camping in the beautiful Nantahala National Forest of southwestern North Carolina. Campers can breathe the fresh air of the forest while enjoying numerous recreation activities, including hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, fishing and water sports at Jackrabbit Recreation Area. The campground contains three seperate camping loops; Loops A is open May - September, and Loop B and C is open May - October. Recreation Lake Chatuge has more than 130 miles of shoreline and plenty of water for recreation. Keep reading
Popular water activities include boating, jet skiing, swimming and fishing. Beach access fee is not included in camping reservation fee and will require on-site payment at fee collection station. Visitors who wish to stay on dry land can explore hiking, biking and shoreline fishing. Jackrabbit Mountain Recreation Area boasts several hiking trails, and the campground has paved roads for an easy afternoon of bicycling. Mountain bikers can get their wheels dusty on approximately 14 miles of bike-friendly trails. Facilities This large facility has three loops of well-kept campsites, some of which lie on the water's edge. Families can relax at the swimming beach (May - September), while anglers and boaters can use the boat ramp to access the water. The facility is also equipped with showers, flush toilets and picnic shelters. Natural Features The campground is located on a peninsula on Lake Chatuge, a dammed lake on the Hiawassee River. The site sits in a mixed deciduous and pine forest at an elevation of 1,860 feet. Nearby Attractions Local attractions include the Fires Creek recreation area and the Georgia Mountain State Fair, which occurs in late July each year. Charges & Cancellations Changes and cancellations must be made through Recreation.gov not the HOST!!
The sites · 92
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 001 | rv nonelectric | 66 ft | — | |
| A | 002 | rv nonelectric | 57 ft | — | |
| A | 003 | standard nonelectric | 37 ft | — | |
| A | 004 | standard nonelectric | 31 ft | — | |
| A | 005 | rv nonelectric | 47 ft | — | |
| A | 006 | standard nonelectric | 31 ft | — | |
| A | 007 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| A | 008 | standard nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| A | 009 | standard nonelectric | 38 ft | — | |
| A | 011 | standard nonelectric | 125 ft | — | |
| A | 012 | standard nonelectric | 44 ft | — | |
| A | 013 | standard nonelectric | 38 ft | — | |
| A | 015 | standard nonelectric | 54 ft | — | |
| A | 017 | rv nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| A | 018 | rv nonelectric | 55 ft | — | |
| A | 019 | rv nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| A | 020 | rv nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| A | 021 | standard nonelectric | 33 ft | — | |
| A | 022 | standard nonelectric | 34 ft | — | |
| A | 023 | standard nonelectric | 31 ft | — | |
| A | 024 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| A | 025 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| A | 026 | rv nonelectric | 60 ft | — | |
| A | 027 | rv nonelectric | 100 ft | — | |
| A | 028 | standard nonelectric | 51 ft | — | yes |
| A | 029 | rv nonelectric | 128 ft | — | |
| A | 031 | rv nonelectric | 56 ft | — | |
| A | 032 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| A | 033 | standard nonelectric | 80 ft | — | |
| A | 034 | standard nonelectric | 80 ft | — | |
| A | 035 | standard nonelectric | 34 ft | — | |
| A | 036 | standard nonelectric | 42 ft | — | |
| A | 037 | standard nonelectric | 38 ft | — | |
| A | 038 | rv nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| A | 039 | standard nonelectric | 29 ft | — | |
| B | 041 | standard nonelectric | 53 ft | — | |
| B | 042 | standard nonelectric | 43 ft | — | |
| B | 043 | standard nonelectric | 44 ft | — | |
| B | 044 | standard nonelectric | 75 ft | — | |
| B | 045 | standard nonelectric | 36 ft | — | |
| B | 046 | standard nonelectric | 31 ft | — | |
| B | 047 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| B | 048 | standard nonelectric | 22 ft | — | |
| B | 050 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| B | 052 | standard nonelectric | 33 ft | — | |
| B | 053 | rv nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| B | 054 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| B | 055 | standard nonelectric | 36 ft | — | |
| B | 056 | standard nonelectric | 27 ft | — | |
| B | 057 | standard nonelectric | 56 ft | — | |
| B | 058 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| B | 059 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| B | 060 | standard nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| B | 061 | standard nonelectric | 62 ft | — | |
| B | 062 | standard nonelectric | 47 ft | — | |
| B | 064 | standard nonelectric | 52 ft | — | |
| B | 065 | standard nonelectric | 34 ft | — | |
| B | 066 | rv nonelectric | 43 ft | — | |
| B | 067 | standard nonelectric | 34 ft | — | |
| B | 068 | rv nonelectric | 37 ft | — |
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Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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