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In
checking out the map of the area, this looked like the best place
from which to explore Grandfather Mountain and I'd been looking
forward to that mile high swinging bridge for years after seeing
it in a brochure.
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Our
last stop at Crabtree Meadows Campground on the parkway was beautifully
peaceful and quiet, but I admit after a couple of days of having
to run the generator every time I need electricity got tiresome.
I have an easier time with it than mom does, though. She hated having
to wait until 8:00 am to turn on the generator for her breakfast
and coffee!
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I am in Site A-38, a 50 amp pullthrough with plenty of room. I like
how the sites here are terraced down the hillside instead of like
a flat concrete parking lot. The sites themselves are gravel and level.
This row is more out in the open with no tree cover, so if you want
satellite TV from the rooftop like mine, this is the place for you.
The views all around are gorgeous! |
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row, beginning with A-47 has more trees and shade. The first motorhome
you see is in site # A-48. |
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sites back up to the Watauga River where you can fish to your heart's
content. One camper I talked to said he enjoyed this aspect of the
campground and also the fact that it's close to some great area golf
and tennis courts. Me, I just loved the dreamy look of the river and
the fog lingering in the mornings. |
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See
site map for campground and site details.
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Comments: I met two
nice couples here who had nothing but nice things to say about Grandfather
Campground. Roy & Susan Johnson (on the right) say it's one of
the few places in the area that can handle their big rig (a gorgeous
Beaver Solitaire in site #A-50) comfortably. They're from Oak Island,
NC and return here frequently for all the fun things there are to
do in the area. Ken & Helen Terry from Pompano Beach, FL were
their neighbors and echoed their satisfaction. They all agreed they
enjoy the climate, as well as the warm and friendly owners who make
them feel welcome and at home. The
Johnsons like the
reasonable seasonal rates and are never bored with all the activities
and attractions of the area. They told me about "Singing on the
Mountain" blue grass festival in June and the
Wooley Worm Festival in October in Banner Elk,
and the Volkswagen Camper Convention held here each July, and how
much they've enjoyed meeting the great folks with these groups. Susan
summed it up by saying "Here you have the peaceful feel of the
mountains but are just a few miles from all the great amenities and
restaurants." She says the best restaurants are in Banner Elk,
so come on over and eat, drink and be merry on the mountain! |
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GPS
Coordinates: 36.14278° N; 81.79837° W
Location: On Hwy. 105; 10 miles south of Boone; 7 miles north
of Linville
Exit Parkway at milepost 312 (heading north), taking highways
181 (also 221) and 105.
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Malia's
2 cents: Full
hookups with a view - the best of both worlds! I really enjoyed
the peace, quiet and spacious sites here, and the play of clouds
and fog on the mountainsides were endlessly fascinating. I also
appreciated the little things the park provides - like garbage
cans at each site that are picked up every morning. And fire
rings that are situated so that you won't burn your awning when
extended. And laundromats reasonably priced and kept clean. |
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Not
only is this a great campground for exploring this part of
the country, they also have cabins for rent for family members
without the benefit of homes on wheels. So get the whole group
together and enjoy the Blue Ridge Parkway and Grandfather
Mountain from here!
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