Van Hook Glade
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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. Keep reading
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 Franklin has shopping, a casino, grocery stores and performing arts.
The sites · 24
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
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| Cliffside Lake | Large Picnic Shelter | group shelter nonelectric | — | — | |
| Cliffside Lake | Small Picnic Shelter | group shelter nonelectric | — | — | |
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| Management Sites | 01 | management | 35 ft | — | |
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| VAN | 001 | standard nonelectric | 31 ft | — | |
| VAN | 007 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| VAN | 008 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| VAN | 012 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| VAN | 013 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| VAN | 014 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| VAN | 015 | standard nonelectric | 24 ft | — | |
| VAN | 016 | standard nonelectric | 24 ft | — | |
| VAN | 019 | standard nonelectric | 36 ft | — | |
| VAN | 020 | standard nonelectric | 36 ft | — |
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.
Book on recreation.govWho runs it
Operated by FIND Outdoors, under permit from the agency.
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