Smoky Mtn Mangalitsa River Ranch

RV/tent site · Sleeps 18 · Vehicles under 30 ft

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Site 1 ROCKS is the main riverside campsite and is located across from the four-board horse pasture. This area hosts our "Game of Thrones" firepit, flat grass areas, picnic table, propane bbq with propane and options for shade and sun. Gravel leads to this site and it accommodates RVs, cars, motorcycles and multiple tents. Great for a large group. Porta John and fresh water are nearby. SITE 1 CAN HOLD A MAXIMUM OF 5 CARS. Your base reservation includes one vehicle and admits four campers. ADD ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN YOUR GROUP UPON CHECKOUT AT A RATE OF $55/NIGHT FOR EACH ONE. RVs and trailers are limited to 30' please. Suited for several cars or two cars with trailers or two to three RVs. PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles you bring. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate (with 4 campers maximum) and WE CHARGE FOR ADDITIONAL CARS. Each additional car admits FOUR campers. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people (e.g. 9 or 10 people), YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this please message me prior to booking.

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 13 · Vehicles under 25 ft

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SITE 3 CAN HOLD A MAXIMUM OF 3 CARS. Your base reservation includes one vehicle and admits four campers. Add additional vehicles in your group as you check out. They are billed at a slightly reduced rate of $55/ night and admit four campers. PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles you bring. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate (with 4 campers maximum) and we charge for additional cars. Each additional car admits FOUR campers. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people (e.g. 9 or 10 people), YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this PLEASE message me prior to booking. Site 3 RAPIDS is riverside, opposite the four-board fenced horse pasture and envelops you in the sound of rushing water. Gentle grassy slopes lead to the water's edge while views across the river are of rugged forest and cattle. Build a fire and enjoy the eagles, turtles and cranes that grace the river. Sun and shade. Recently renovated using locally mined boulders, this site is now accessible by road or walking from your car down a stone path (15 yards) to a pea gravel campsite with a firepit and picnic table. Suited for 3 cars maximum and 1 very small overland trailer.

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 18 · Vehicles under 8 ft

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SITE 7 CAN HOLD A MAXIMUM OF 5 CARS. Your base reservation includes one vehicle and admits four campers. ADD ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN YOUR GROUP UPON CHECKOUT AT A RATE OF $45/NIGHT FOR EACH CAR. PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles you bring. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate (with 4 campers maximum) and WE CHARGE FOR ADDITIONAL CARS. Each additional car admits FOUR campers. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people (e.g. 9 or 10 people), YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this please message me prior to booking. Site 3 MEADOW is in a cool and quiet grassy meadow nestled in the horse-shoe bend of Dawn Branch Creek. Water and nature engulf this spot~ it is truly a splendid setting! Suited for several cars. It has views of a neighboring cabin with cattle and 2 paint horses. Offers a picnic table and firepit.

RV/tent site · Sleeps 37 · Vehicles under 65 ft

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SITE 2 CAN HOLD A MAXIMUM OF 10 CARS. Your base reservation includes one vehicle and admits four campers. ADD ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN YOUR GROUP UPON CHECKOUT AT A RATE OF $55/NIGHT FOR EACH ONE. Suited for several cars or buses or cars with trailers or several motorhomes. NO porta potties are provided Dec 12th to March 15. You must be self-contained or have your own toilet system. Thanks! PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles you bring. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate (with 4 campers maximum) and WE CHARGE FOR ADDITIONAL CARS. Each additional car admits FOUR campers. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people (e.g. 9 or 10 people), YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this PLEASE message me prior to booking. Site 2 THE KNOLL is a flat raised site that overlooks Site 1 though you do not see the campers that are residing there unless standing at the very edge. This is a favorite for RVs as the views of the area farms, the glow of the fire and the sounds of the river below make for a mesmerizing setting. This is a flat knoll of firm dirt called 'weathered rock' that will require minimal leveling. Gravel leads to this site. Suited for several cars or buses or cars with trailers or several motorhomes. Offers a firepit and picnic table.

RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 25 ft

Site 8 Hilltop 4WD

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SITE 8 CAN HOLD A MAXIMUM OF 3 CARS. Your base reservation includes one vehicle and admits four campers. ADD ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN YOUR GROUP UPON CHECKOUT AT A RATE OF $45/NIGHT FOR EACH ONE. PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles you bring. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate (with 4 campers maximum) and WE CHARGE FOR ADDITIONAL CARS. Each additional car admits FOUR campers. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people (e.g. 9 or 10 people), YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this PLEASE message me prior to booking. Site 8 HILLTOP is a site for true 4 WHEEL DRIVE vehicles only. This site offers 360 views in the north corner of our property. The boundary fence to the adjacent property is barbed wire with cattle often on the other side. The drive to the site is through grass pasture, a short dirt road then up a grass road and sloping pasture. The ground has been leveled and can accomodate 3 cars or 4 tents or a combination. The views are incredible. Please look at Instagram Smoky Mtn Mangalitsa River Hipcamp for a 360 video. Suited for several cars. Yes we can deliver a private porta john to this site! A firepit but no picnic table. We recommend you bring your own toilet system please.

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 15 ft

Site 9 Lower Hilltop 4WD

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SITE 9 CAN HOLD A MAXIMUM OF 2 CARS. Your base reservation includes one vehicle and admits four campers. ADD ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN YOUR GROUP UPON CHECKOUT AT A RATE OF $45/NIGHT FOR EACH ONE. PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles you bring. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate (with 4 campers maximum) and WE CHARGE FOR ADDITIONAL CARS. Each additional car admits FOUR campers. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people (e.g. 9 or 10 people), YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this PLEASE message me prior to booking Site 9 LOWER HILLTOP is a site for a true 4 WHEEL DRIVE (TWO VEHICLES PER BOOKING MAXIMUM). This site is down the hill from Site 8 on a 'naturally' semi-flat landing next to the boundary fence and a tree. The views are 270. The boundary fence to the adjacent property is barbed wire with cattle often on the other side. The drive to the site is through a grass pasture, a short dirt road, then up a grass road and sloping pasture. The ground is SLOPING GRASS PASTURE with incredible views. This area is flexible in that you can tuck into the trees or stay high on the hill. Please look at Instagram Smoky Mtn Mangalitsa River Hipcamp for a 360 video. Suited for two cars only. Yes, we can deliver a private porta john to this site! A firepit but no picnic table. We recommend you bring your own toilet system please.

RV/tent site · Sleeps 24 · Vehicles under 30 ft

11 Overlook

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The Overlook is located in the center of the farm on a grassy hill accessed by gravel road. It overlooks the donkey pasture with the river and rapids beyond. Small fire pit. No picnic table

RV/tent site · Sleeps 16 · Vehicles under 16 ft

Troutfall

100% (1)

Site 10 TROUTFALL sits at our bend in the river. It is very private and offers sweeping rural views both up and down stream. Amenities include a picnic table, propane bbq with propane, a fire pit with four Adirondack chairs and a large wooden deck with an in-deck hammock. The parking area is firm roadbond while the options for tent camping are the pea gravel area or the deck. Gravel leads to this site through a pasture damaged by hurricane Helene and it accommodates RVs, cars, and multiple tents. Great for a large group. Porta John and fresh water are nearby. SITE 10 CAN HOLD A MAXIMUM OF 4 CARS. Your base reservation includes one vehicle and admits four campers. ADD ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN YOUR GROUP UPON CHECKOUT AT A RATE OF $55/NIGHT FOR EACH CAR. RVs and trailers are limited to 16' please. PLEASE NOTE, our rate is based on the number of vehicles in your group. The first vehicle is included in the nightly rate (with 4 campers maximum) and WE CHARGE FOR ADDITIONAL CARS. Each additional car admits FOUR campers. The Hipcamp platform automatically charges you for ‘additional campers’ if you input a number larger than four in your group. If you pay for additional vehicles however, the additional campers are typically accounted for and we will refund you the automatic charges. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 cars = 8 campers total. If you only have two cars but more than eight people (e.g. 9 or 10 people), YOU MUST select the "Extra Person" Extra for each night they are camping. Please select these extras at checkout. If you have questions about this PLEASE message me prior to booking. Any mistakes will happily be refunded to you.

Lodging 1 site

Cabin · Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet

17*North Cabin

100% (10)

Glamping elevated in the Smoky Mountains of western NC! Our 40' by 24' deck offers a play on the open air 'cabin'. The enclosed space boasts a private full ensuite bathroom, king sized bed, ceiling fan, heat/ac, kitchnette, refrigerator and freezer drawers, cooktop, convection toaster oven, Keurig coffee maker and wall mounted fireplace. For an open air experience, draw open the 10' wide glass garage door to the deck and sweeping mountain views. Cable railing, an in-deck hammock and sleek furniture keep the space unobstructed conveying a feeling of floating on air! Additionally, a lovely large boulder and pea gravel patio with adirondack chairs, chaise lounge chairs, a propane firepit and propane BBQ round out the experience. Parking for 17* N is up our private gravel farm road and two vehicles are permitted with your reservation. Our location is 1 mile off of I 40 though you cannot hear the traffic. No winding mountain roads to paradise, simply book and enjoy all that the nature of the mountains have to offer.

Reviews

99% Recommend1367 ratings · 750 reviews

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· May 2025

Amazing campsite!!

Tent ·

My husband and I had a relaxing, private and peaceful time on this beautiful farm. If you love nature, beautiful views, and water this is the place for you! We can’t wait to return with the entire family and to top it off Catherine and Rick are amazing hosts. Highly recommend ordering fresh meat, or lard! It’s fresh beyond anything we’ve had.

Memoree F.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Best first time Camping trip!

Tent ·

We had such a wonderful time on our camping trip at the Mangalitsa River Ranch. Catherine and Rick are very warm and make you feel right at home. We really enjoyed the vibrant nature all around us. We stayed at site 3 (Rapids) and it was so peaceful to fall asleep by the river. It honestly felt like a dream because they upkeep their property so well. It really blew my husband and I away! If you have time-sign up for the tour. It was fun to get a closer look at the animals and find out more about the history of the place. 10/10. We want to come back.

Anthea J.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

30 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

The views are stunning and the entire setting is relaxing and simply beautiful. We were amazed how well kept all was. Grass cut even on steeper slopes (we were here in May when grass grows at the speed of light). Paths were well kept with gravel. The knoll is the ultimate spot with immense real estate. Just wished that there was a bit more grass growing on the knoll. It got pretty muddy after we got rained out. Nice feature was that the fire pit was surrounded by small gravel keeping everything clean and neat. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back! It would be a nice feature if trash could be deposited here instead of taking it out though. Stetson came to visit twice and our 3 dogs could quite cope with it. But smart as he is, Stetson realized it was better to stop visiting.

Gabrielle And Rocco B.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Beautiful !!!!!!!

16 ft car ·

Beautiful, peaceful and so serene!!!! Mrs Catherine was so very kind to work with and will most definitely be going back. I didn’t want to leave it was so peaceful 👍🏼

Laura S.

2 reviews

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· May 2025

Tent · Group trip ·

Beautiful land and lovely hosts! The site was perfect for our entire family. The kids loved roaming the land and seeing the animals (especially cows on the other side of the river who decided to take a swim!). There was a campsite within eyesight but the sound of the river made it feel like we were the only ones there. We couldn’t hear another soul, just nature! Beautiful spot. Would definitely recommend.

Emily T.

4 reviews

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· May 2025

Tent ·

It is a beautiful property all the way from the cabin that I saw at the top of the ridge down to the Pigeon river. The fishing suffered from Helene’s rampage but everything seemed to be well on its way to a beautiful recovery.

Brian W.

1 review

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· April 2025

Tent ·

We absolutely love staying here! Catherine and Rick are very kind hosts. This time we stayed at The Rocks site. Lots of space for us and our 3 dogs to relax for a couple nights.

Bobbie P.

3 reviews

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· April 2025

Tent · With pets ·

The farm was such a great place to stay! Our daughter loved seeing the animals. This was our first Hipcamp experience and were very pleased! We will definitely come back!

Alec A.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Beautiful location! Site 7 (Meadow) was perfect for me and my group, and i will definitely be coming back! Hosts are also super helpful and accommodating.

Vincent D.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

10/10!

Tent · Group trip ·

Catherine’s property, views, animals and charisma were just a delight. We got the tour and the donkey meet and scratch (highly recommended) and just had a blast. Would 100% go back and stay on the farm. Very close to a great little town Waynesville where we found lots of delicious eats and beers.

James G.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Catherine and Rick's farm is a dream! We had an amazing time camping by the river. We met both Catherine and Rick and they're extremely welcoming and allowed to walk around the property past check out. We will be back!!

Steve A.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Mangalista rocks.

Tent · With kids ·

Fantastic stay! Great hosts and beautiful grounds. We will be coming back…

Joseph M.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

13 ft toy hauler ·

Great place to start. Owners are very welcoming and friendly. 100 percent would recommend

Justin Wcu R.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Best camping spot around!

Tent ·

This site is everything I could ask for in camping. The ranch is so beautiful and peaceful, and getting to camp by the river is such a beautiful privilege! The hosts are kind, helpful, and very responsive to all the questions I had. We also bought some of their pork, so good! I will be back SOON. It also is very accessible, and there is phone service there if you’re wondering! I can’t wait to come back this summer.

Sierra V.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

We had a great time! So fun to explore around the farm and be so close to the water!

Lydia W.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent · Group trip ·

Amazing as always! 100% recommend this beautiful place!

Liam S.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Can’t wait to return!

Tent ·

The owners were extremely grateful that we were willing to come stay even during a burn ban. The farm is gorgeous! The river noise blocks out any potential noise from other camp sites. I would absolutely come back and look forward to doing so!

Joey R.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

20 ft travel trailer ·

Second time around and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Catherine is so sweet!

Adrienne E.

5 reviews

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· March 2025

Important info for tents by river

Tent · With pets ·

Catherine was great and the property was so cool. Rocks campsite had the river view and sounds I was craving :) Bring hammocks! However, buyer be aware! For riverside campsites like Rocks that were hit badly by hurricane Helene, they are trying to regrow the grass, so no tents/carpets on the grassy areas. That is 90% or more of the flat tent camping space. We found one ok spot for our small (4 person) tent in the pea gravel by the fire pit, so it worked out. But if we had brought a tent that was any larger (like the 6p tent we’ve been eyeballing), or more campers, we would have been out of luck. The other spaces in the pea gravel are not flat, and if you’ve ever slept on a hill you know it is… not great. Maybe they’d have allowed us to switch to another site if we couldn't make it work but I feel you should know (or double check) before you book. Also! Make sure to check for burn bans before you go! Big drought, wildfires in NC, strict burn ban meant that no campfires were had. Check before you go to set your expectations. Still, the amazing spot was worth it for us (2 ppl, 2 dogs). Good times were had and we would come back! And, thanks for the eggs, they were great!

Olivia T.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Tent ·

Site 9 Lower Hilltop 4WD

Catherine was a super awesome Host! Beautiful property Was a great experience for my first tome trying hipcamp. Definitely hope to go back soon

Shannon J.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Perfect Riverside Getaway

Tent · Group trip ·

Such a beautiful property and lovely place to camp! We loved being able to fall asleep to the river at night. Definitely saving this site for a future visit— thank you Catherine & Rick for the hospitality!

Delaney B.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

Tent ·

Site 9 Lower Hilltop 4WD

This is our 2nd time camping here. The view was incredible from the hilltop and we love the beautiful farm! Highly recommend.

Leila H.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

16 ft car ·

Site 8 Hilltop 4WD

This was an amazing camping spot. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Will be back as soon as I can! Property was breathtaking! I can’t put the beauty of this place into words! Go and see for yourself.

Tammy M.

3 reviews

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· March 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Amazing views! Beautiful piece of land with campsites scattered enough to feel private. Will definitely return!

Nicole R.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

Rocks Camping

Tent ·

We came this past weekend to camp at the Rocks site. My husband, two toddlers, and dog loved it! It was a beautiful location and we were just a quick walk to feed the donkeys. The sound of the river was so relaxing at night. We will definitely be back over the summer! The hosts were awesome and responsive.

Liz H.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

Camping right Beside The River

17 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·

I love their property and staying right beside the River ! Awesome people and Friendly. Also great place to walk around and look at their animals. Can wait to comeback when the weather is a little warmer.

Johnny V.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

Tent ·

Catherine and Rick were awesome and the farm was beautiful. I’ll definitely be back!

Cody J.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

Tent ·

Site 8 Hilltop 4WD

It was great in the winter and I think it would be even much more beautiful in the summer

Hayes K.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

Tent ·

Loved tent camping on Catherine and Rick’s farm! Their dog, Stetson, was very friendly and hung out with us for an afternoon. Wood was for sale on the property and the hosts delivered it directly to our site along with some wood chips and paper to help get our fire going! The porta-john was clean and well within walking distance from our tent. It was very shady at the meadow site and the late November wind was strong, so this might’ve been a better spot for warmer weather, but we still had so much fun sitting by the fire, listening to the creek flow, visiting the animals, and exploring the grounds! The view from the hilltop site was immaculate and it was sunny and warm up there - we’ll probably stay there next time. All around: 10/10!!

Maddie D.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Tent · With pets ·