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joyville, camping site on elk creek

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· Deep Gap, Watauga, North Carolina
13 acres hosted by Garry & Dianne W.
2 lodging sites · 1 RV/tent site
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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Learn more about this land: camping sites on elk creek or smaller creek that feeds elk creek. trout fishing on stocked stream. mountain biking, hiking. 20 min. to Boone. n.c. Hiking trails can be fairly easy or as steep as your goat would like. there are dirt bike trails near by that can be ridden from camp site. come pan for gold in elk creek. Nice swimming hole at site, motorcycle campers welcome.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Forest
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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79 ratings · 40 reviews
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Brianne E.recommends
September 3, 2024
Site 1 small dome
We enjoyed our time at Joyville. Facilities- covered porch, access to electric for charging phones, wifi, portopot, potable water were great. Access to creek and swimming hole made the stay excellent. There traffic to rock quarry and other properties that pass through Joyville, which were unexpected and at times early.
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Brooklyn R.recommends
September 3, 2024
Site 2 with deck, camp by creek
Dianne is just the sweetest soul ever, the campsite is clean and cut grass & weeds. The spots are just beautiful and peaceful, definitely recommend for a peaceful and relaxing stay!
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Lucas C.recommends
August 21, 2024
Site 2 with deck, camp by creek
stellar!
good vibes all around here! serene and peaceful location that was so thoughtfully laid out. we were the only campers there so we did have the luxury of being alone. i loved having fire wood available to buy (bring cash) right next to the campsite - that was super convenient. Garry & Dianne were absolutely stellar hosts and made us feel right at home! we loved your property. thanks for sharing it with us!
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Rachel H.recommends
August 6, 2024
Site 2 with deck, camp by creek
It was so great! Easy access to the river for fishing and the kids loved swimming. It was helpful to have access to a toilet and local firewood for sale.
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Kristie K.recommends
July 15, 2024
Site 2 with deck, camp by creek
Our stay at Joyville was lovely, as usual! Quiet, beautiful, and a refreshing creek/river for swimming. And Dianne is a friendly, helpful host! Thank you.
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Kristie K.recommends
July 15, 2024
Site 1 small dome
Lovely, as usual
It was lovely, as usual! I love that there's just a few sites, so it's quiet. It was a hot weekend, but there is lots of shade, especially by the river. And we could cool off in the swimming hole. The children loved the tubing, even though the water was somewhat low this time of year. There is space for children to play catch. It was nice to see Dianne again (the host). She is friendly and welcoming. Plus, the campground is equidistant between the triangle and Asheville, making it the perfect place for us to meet up with friends.
Location
Deep Gap, Watauga, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), Moneton, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), Yesan (Tutelo), and Keyauwee First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Garry & Dianne W.

Joined in October 2021
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