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Otter Creek Campground

Updated October 31, 2026. Based on Recreation.gov and National Park Service records. Published by Humblebee.

Campsites
68[1]
Nightly fee from
$30[2]
Reservations
Yes[3]
Longest RV or trailer
54 ft[4]

Otter Creek Campground is managed by the National Park Service in Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina[5]. Recreation.gov lists 68 overnight campsites there, for both tents and RVs[1].

What to expect

Recreation.gov lists 45 tent only nonelectric sites and 23 rv nonelectric sites[1]. All 68 sites are drive-in[6]. NPS lists the 2026 season as May 22, 2026 to October 25, 2026, and says the campground is closed for winter from 2026-10-26 to 2027-05-21[7]. NPS lists 29 reservable sites and 39 first come, first served sites[8]. The longest RV or trailer length allowed at any site is 54 feet[4]. Check-in on Recreation.gov is 3:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM[9][10]. Recreation.gov lists a maximum of 6 people at most sites[11].

Campsite details

From Recreation.gov campsite records. Details can change, so check the listing before you book.

Detail Value
Campsites[1] 68
Site types[1] 45 tent only nonelectric, 23 rv nonelectric
Sites (NPS count)[8] 68, 29 reservable, 39 first come, first served
Reservations[3] Yes, on Recreation.gov
Accessible sites[12] 4
Longest RV or trailer[4] 54 ft (median 26 ft)
Equipment[13] RV or trailer at 23 sites, tent at 45 sites
Pets[14] Allowed at all listed sites
Campfires[15] Allowed at all listed sites
Check-in[9] 3:00 PM
Check-out[10] 12:00 PM
People per site[11] 6

Camping fees

Nightly fees listed by the National Park Service. Fees can change by season.

Site or fee Per night
Otter Creek Campground Fee[2] $30

Amenities

Before you go

Questions people ask

How much does Otter Creek Campground cost?
The camping fee is listed as $30 per night, and it can change[2].
Can I reserve a site at Otter Creek Campground?
Yes, it can be reserved on Recreation.gov[3]. NPS lists 29 reservable sites and 39 first come, first served sites[8].
Are dogs allowed at Otter Creek Campground?
Recreation.gov site details list pets as allowed at all 68 campsites with this detail listed[14].
How long an RV can Otter Creek Campground fit?
The longest RV or trailer length allowed at any site is 54 feet[4].
Are campfires allowed at Otter Creek Campground?
Recreation.gov site details list campfires as allowed, and fire restrictions can apply at any time[15].

Facts and sources

  1. Recreation.gov lists 68 overnight campsites at Otter Creek Campground: 45 tent only nonelectric, 23 rv nonelectric. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  2. Camping fee, Otter Creek Campground Fee: $30 per night. National Park Service
  3. Otter Creek Campground can be reserved on Recreation.gov. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  4. Longest RV or trailer length allowed at any site at Otter Creek Campground: 54 feet (median across sites with a listed limit: 26 feet). Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  5. Otter Creek Campground is a campground managed by the National Park Service in Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  6. Site access types at Otter Creek Campground: Drive-In 68 sites. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  7. Season and hours (NPS): Friday, May 22, 2026 - Sunday, October 25, 2026. Campground kiosk open 9:30 AM- 6:00 PM when the campground is open. Listed exceptions: Closed for Winter 2026-10-26 to 2027-05-21. National Park Service
  8. NPS lists 68 sites at Otter Creek Campground: 29 reservable and 39 first come, first served. National Park Service
  9. Check-in time at Otter Creek Campground on Recreation.gov: 3:00 PM. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  10. Check-out time at Otter Creek Campground on Recreation.gov: 12:00 PM. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  11. Maximum people per campsite at Otter Creek Campground: 6 at most sites (range 6 to 6). Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  12. 4 of the 68 campsites at Otter Creek Campground are marked accessible on Recreation.gov. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  13. Permitted equipment at Otter Creek Campground: 23 sites accept an RV or trailer and 45 accept a tent. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  14. Pets allowed per Recreation.gov site details at Otter Creek Campground: yes at all 68 campsites with this detail listed. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  15. Campfires allowed per Recreation.gov site details at Otter Creek Campground: yes at all 68 campsites with this detail listed. Fire restrictions can apply at any time. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  16. Amenities at Otter Creek Campground listed by NPS: toilets: Flush Toilets - seasonal; showers: None; drinking water: Yes - seasonal; dump station: Yes - seasonal; cell reception: No; camp store: No; firewood for sale: No; food storage lockers: Yes -... National Park Service
  17. Reservation note from NPS: Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, advance reservations can be made for some campsites up to six months in advance by visiting www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777. National Park Service

Site details come from Recreation.gov campsite records. They can lag behind changes on the ground. Fees change by season and site type. Quote only fee facts and say they can change. Description and rules facts are sources for facts only: retell in your own words, never copy 8 or more words in a row. Hookup, pet and campfire counts are per listed campsite record, not a promise for every site.

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