Johns River Road Backcountry Camping sits among the stunning landscapes of Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina . With 2 campsites (RV-friendly up to 40 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are May, Sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Johns River Road Backcountry Camping located in North Carolina, offering 2 camping sites.
Johns River Road Backcountry Camping
A Rural campground in North Carolina
Overview
Black Bears and Other Wildlife Frequent This Area, So Bring an Approved Bear Cannister or Hang Food or Any Scented Items From a Tree at Least 10 Feet High and 4 Feet From the Trunk. All Human Waste Must Be Buried a Minimum of 6 Inches Deep and a Minimum of 100 Feet From Any Stream. Black Bears and Other Wildlife Frequent This Area, So Bring an Approved Bear Cannister or Hang Food or Any Scented Items From a Tree at Least 10 Feet High and 4 Feet From the Trunk.
Old John’S River Road Backcountry Camping Is a Primitive Camping Location Along the Mountains to Sea Trail Near Blowing Rock, North Carolina. There Are 2 Sites Available, Each with a Fire Ring. Maximum Capacity Is 6 People Per Site and the Maximum Stay Length Is 3 Nights. Access This Location Either by Hiking the Boone Fork Trail From the Julian Price Park Picnic Area, or Old John’S River Road Between Mile 296 and 297 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. No Toilets Are Available. All Trash Must Be Packed Out. Water Should Be Purified Before Consumption. Bathing and Washing Dishes with Soap in the Nearby Stream Is Prohibited. There Is Likely No Cellphone Service at This Site.
Julian Price Memorial Park Has 3 Main Loop Trails. Price Lake Loop Trail Is an Easy to Moderate 2.3-Mile Trail Around the Price Lake Through Mixed Hardwood Forest and Rhododendron Thickets. the Green Knob Trail Is a Moderate 2-Mile Loop That Runs Along Sim’S Creek Through a Mixed Hardwood Forest, with a Small Section Through an Open Cow Pasture. the Boone Fork Trail Is a Strenuous 4.9-Mile Loop That Traverses a Variety of Landscapes Along Boone Fork Creek. It Features Stream Crossings and Trail Ladders and Lots of Uneven Footing. the Most Popular Feature of This Trail Is the Hebron Colony Falls, Which Is a Section of the Boone Fork Creek That Cascades Through a Boulder Field. Hikers Are Advised to Allow for 3-4 Hours for This Trail, Bring Plenty of Water and Snacks, and Wear Sturdy Shoes.
Price Lake Offers Fishing and Paddling Opportunities. a North Carolina or Virginia Fishing License Is Required. Price Lake Boat Rentals Offers Canoes, Kayaks, and Standup Paddleboards. There Is Also a Public Boat Ramp. No Motors or Sails Are Allowed.
Julian Price Memorial Park Offers Hiking Through Hardwood and Coniferous Forests As Well As Open Pasture and Creekside Riparian Zones. the Boone Fork Creek and Price Lake Provide Fishing Opportunities and Boat Rentals Are Available at Price Lake Near the Julian Price Campground.
Nearby Attractions
Things to Do in Boone, Nc Things to Do in Boone, Nc
Grandfather Mountain State Park Grandfather Mountain State Park
Julian Price Park Julian Price Park – Milepost 297
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park Moses H. Cone Memorial Park – Milepost 294
Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (828) 276-2300.Managed by: National Park ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 2
- Hookup Types: Electric, No Hookups
- Max RV Length: 40 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Mountains-to-sea Trail
City: , North Carolina 28605.0
Coordinates: 36.15027, -81.73318
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (828) 276-2300
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|hiking|picnic|water|fire-ring|lake|river|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $30-40
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 12 stations
Nearest Market: Charlotte/Raleigh
Notes: Signals FROM Charlotte/Raleigh MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 26 stations (8 AM, 18 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, GOSPEL, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: WBT 1110 Am
Market: Charlotte/Raleigh
Notes: 8 AM, 18 FM Stations from Charlotte/Raleigh
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ ECHOTA EV SUMMIT EV 3&4
Distance: 2.2 miles away
Address: 108 Red Tail Summit, Boone, NC
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10323780
- Managing Agency: National Park Service
- Agency Email: npshq_info@nps.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.exploreboone.com/things-to-do/
- Parent Park: Blue Ridge Parkway
- Park Website: /parks/blue-ridge-parkway/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Parkways
- Parks Post Name: blue-ridge-parkway
- Parent Park Name: Blue Ridge Parkway
- Correct Park Type Mapping: blue-ridge-parkway
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 10.0
- States Covered: Virginia, North Carolina
- Managing Agencies: National Park Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 128.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 2593
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 128.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 2593
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: north-carolina
- Agency Slug: national-park-service
- Park Type Slug: parkways
- Parent Park Slug: blue-ridge-parkway
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: national-park-service
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