Doe River Landing

Roan Mountain, Tennessee


5 RV Sites, 1 Cabin, 1 Onsite RV/Trailer

Doe River Landing in Roan Mountain, Tennessee, is a modern campground in the scenic Doe River gorge of Carter County — a convenient basecamp within minutes of Roan Mountain State Park, the Appalachian Trail's famous Roan Highlands bald complex, and the day-drive distance to Bristol Speedway, Grandfather Mountain, and Sugar Mountain Ski Resort in the high-country corner where northeast Tennessee, western North Carolina, and the southernmost Blue Ridge highlands converge in one of the most recreationally diverse mountain corridors in the Appalachians. The Doe River Landing's Roan Mountain position on the Tennessee side of the Blue Ridge gives guests the specific high-elevation character of Carter County's mountain landscape alongside the modern campground infrastructure for comfortable family stays. Modern campground accommodations with the full practical infrastructure for family mountain camping give Doe River Landing the convenience-in-nature quality that its family market values — the combination of modern amenities and the immediate mountain setting in the Doe River valley at the base of Roan Mountain gives guests the outdoor experience without the roughing-it infrastructure limitations that underdeveloped campgrounds impose. The property's central location within minutes of Roan Mountain State Park gives it a day-hiking access advantage that no campground further down the Doe River valley can match. Pets are welcome. Roan Mountain State Park and the Roan Highland balds encompass one of the most extraordinary and most celebrated mountain environments in the eastern United States — the 6,285-foot Roan Mountain summit's Catawba rhododendron gardens cover over 600 acres of the ridge in the largest naturally occurring rhododendron gardens in the world, and the bloom from mid-June through early July creates the most spectacular wildflower display in the southern Appalachians in a concentrated area that draws visitors from across the eastern states specifically for the purple-pink bloom against the summit's open grassy bald character. The Appalachian Trail traverses the Roan Highlands complex for 13 miles across the high balds from Roan High Bluff through Jane Bald and into the Hump Mountain area. Bristol Motor Speedway, 90 miles north in Sullivan County, Tennessee, is one of the most distinctive and most intensely atmospheric tracks in NASCAR — the concrete half-mile oval with 30-degree banking gives the concrete Thunder Valley its specific racing character, where the speed of the banking and the roar of 30,000 horsepower reverberating off the concrete bowl creates the most visceral NASCAR race-watching experience on the circuit. The Tennessee Ernie Ford Festival and the Bristol nights races give the speedway's calendar the events that fill the Sullivan County accommodation market to capacity for specific race weeks. Doe River Landing serves guests through Carter County's mountain camping season with the spring rhododendron bloom from mid-June through early July representing the single most concentrated visitor demand window in the Roan Mountain area, and the fall foliage from mid-October through early November delivering the second seasonal peak as the high-elevation hardwood and spruce-fir forest transitions in the most color-dense environment in the Tennessee-North Carolina high country. Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethton, 12 miles northwest, preserves the 1775 site of the Watauga Association — the first Constitutional government established by American-born citizens west of the Appalachians and the launching point of the Overmountain Men's campaign to Kings Mountain. Reserve sites well ahead for the June rhododendron bloom season and NASCAR Bristol race weekends.

What does this place offer

  • Barn
  • Bathrooms
  • Bird/Wildlife Watching
  • Cabins
  • Community Fire Pit
  • Corn Hole
  • Dog Park
  • Dump Station
  • Firewood
  • Fishing

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Location

155 Bob Ray Rd, Roan Mountain, TN 37687, USA


Things to know

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Rules

Check-In Procedure - Check-in time: 3:00 pm. - Check-out time for All Sites and Cabins: 10:00 am. - All RVs must be parked at their site before dark. - Please notify hosts if arriving after 8:00 pm. - Early check-in may be available upon request for an additional fee. - Guests are encouraged to use online check-in. - For RV sites, check-in paperwork is located in the box at the front of the office. - If you are going to arrive after dark, please reach out to us ahead of time so that we can assist you with parking without disturbing other guests. - Late check-out may be available upon request for an additional fee. - Kindly ensure you depart no later than the check-out time so we can prepare the site or cabin for the next guest. - Maximum stay is 28 days. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Guest Conduct Policy - All guests and visitors should exercise common sense and courtesy, respect other guests, and the camping resort property. Guest Responsibilities - Guests and visitors are responsible for any damage or injury caused by themselves, their children, and/or their pets. - Report any damage or breakage to the campground office. - Please supervise your children at all times. Right to Refuse - We reserve the right to refuse service or eject any person or party who does not comply with the rules and policies. - No refund will be given to any ejected person or party. Registered - Only registered guests, as specified in your reservation, are allowed on the property. Trash Policy - All trash must be placed in enclosed trash receptacles and discarded in the dumpster. - Do not leave trash out overnight. - There are bears in the area. - Please be aware at night. Occupancy - Maximum of 8 overnight guests per RV site. - Cabin occupant limits are as stated in their description. Visitors - Visitors are welcome at guest sites and cabins between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm for an additional fee and must notify the hosts. Laundry - Access to laundry washer and dryer is available, based on staff cleaning schedules, for an additional fee. - Call the office for availability. Smoking - No smoking or vaping in any building or cabin. Sanitation Guidelines - Do not flush anything except toilet paper down toilets in the bathhouse or cabins. Open Flames - No open flames or candles inside any building. Bathhouse - The bathhouse sink is for washing hands and face only. Cleanliness - Please keep your site neat and clean during your stay. Generators - Generators are not allowed except in case of a power outage. Campfires - Campfires are allowed only in designated fire rings and must not be left unattended. - You are welcome to collect any dead wood that is already on the ground, purchase bundled firewood from the campground, or purchase commercially processed, heat-treated firewood. Fire Safety and Environmental Rules - Burning trash, cigarette butts, or materials other than firewood is prohibited. - Do not cut down branches, trees, or bushes. - Do not burn large logs located near chairs; these are our tables. Prohibited Items and Activities - Prohibited items and activities: hot tubs, kiddie pools, inflatable pools, inflatable slides, clotheslines, tents, vehicle washing, oil changing, attaching items to trees. - No illegal substances of any kind allowed. - Use of fireworks, firearms, archery, paintball, slingshots, or air guns is prohibited. - Vandalism of any kind by anyone (regardless of age) is a reason for ejection. Parking Policy - All vehicles must be completely parked in the campsite and must not obstruct the roadway. - Guests are responsible for parking their RVs in a manner that allows them to open slides and canopies without hitting trees, rocks, pedestals, or water hydrants. WIFI - High-speed WIFI is available at all sites and cabins. Alcohol Policy - Drunkenness, obnoxious behavior, profanity, or violence towards other guests or staff will not be tolerated and result in immediate ejection. Wildlife - Doe River Landing is in a natural wildlife habitat area. - Be aware of your surroundings, do not feed wildlife, and do not leave food and trash outside. Speed Limit - Speed limit is 5 MPH. - Only persons with a valid driver’s license may operate a motor vehicle on property. RV and Vehicles - Only 1 RV and 2 vehicles are allowed per site. - Vehicles must not obstruct roadways. - All vehicles must be in good working condition and appearance. - All recreational vehicles must be RVIA certified and self-contained. - No tents, vans, or modified vehicles allowed. - We reserve the right to refuse access to any guests whose vehicle is deemed to be unacceptable. - Additional vehicles, boats, or trailers must be registered with hosts and parked in a separate area for an additional fee. - All vehicles, including motorcycles, must be operated quietly, without revving motors or playing loud music. - ATVs, side-by-sides, and off-road vehicles are not allowed to be operated on the property at any time. Charging of EV - Charging of Electric Vehicles is not allowed. Quiet Hours - Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 8 AM. - Loud music and noise affecting other guests are prohibited. - No outdoor lights during quiet hours. Pavilion - As a registered guest, use of the pavilion for events or family gatherings is available at a discounted rate. - Please reach out to us for details. Pet Policy - Well-behaved cats and dogs are welcome; a maximum of 2 pets per site is allowed. - Please have vaccination records available. - We ask that pets not be left unattended for their safety. - Please do not allow pets on furniture in cabins or trailer rentals. - If damage is found after check-out inside the cabin or trailer rental, your on-file card will be charged to repair/replace the item. - Doe River Landing assumes no liability for the safety or well-being of guests' pets. - All pets must be kept on leash while outside of the camper. - Pets are not allowed in the playground, bathhouse, store, or pavilion. - Guests are responsible for any injury or damage caused by their pet(s) to other guests, their pets, their property, or camping resort staff or property. - Doe River Landing assumes no liability for any injury or damage caused by guests’ pet(s). - We ask that you clean up after your pets anywhere in the campground (including on the trails). - Please use the designated pet area for pets to relieve themselves and take bags from the pet clean-up station with you before heading out on the trails. Important Safety Notice - Guests and visitors acknowledge that camping and outdoor activities involve inherent risks and agree to use the property and facilities at Doe River Landing at their own risk. - Guests and visitors agree to indemnify and hold Doe River Landing harmless from any claims, liabilities, losses, or damages arising from incidents occurring on the camping resort property. - Doe River is a natural, unregulated stream that can change rapidly and produce strong currents. - Use common sense and pay attention to the river conditions. - Enter water at your own risk.

Cancellation Policy

Campground Cancellation Policy - All reservations require payment in full at the time of booking. - Reservations canceled more than 30 days in advance will incur 10% cancellation fee. - Reservations canceled 7-30 days in advance will incur 50% cancellation fee. - Reservations canceled 0-6 days in advance and no shows will incur 100% cancellation fee. - Reservation changes made more than 30 days in advance will be made at no charge if a site is available. - Otherwise, standard cancellation fees apply. Refund Policy - No refunds due to inclement weather. - No refunds due to Wi-Fi issues. - No refunds due to early departures or late arrivals. - All refunds will be made using the same payment method as the original payment. - All Spot2Nite reservations require payment in full at the time of booking. - Please contact Spot2Nite to cancel a reservation via email to [email protected] or call (877)778-2683, Option 1. - Spot2Nite convenience fees and credit card processing fees are non-refundable.