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Cheoah Point Recreation Area
Campground & Beach: Open April 15 - October 31
Boat Launch: Open year round
Located adjacent to Santeetlah Lake, this area has developed camping, picnicking, swimming, fishing, and boating. Nearby, the Wauchecha Bald Trail provides access to the Appalachian Trail.
At a Glance
| Area Amenities: | Boat ramp,Toilets,Drinking water |
|---|---|
| Fees: | $20 per night first come first served; $25 per night for RV sites; $40 per night for cabins |
| Permit Info: | Reservations. |
| Usage: | Light |
| Closest Towns: | Robbinsville |
| Water: | Drinking Water |
| Restroom: | Flush |
General Information
Directions:Cheoah Point is located 6 miles north of Robbinsville, NC on US 129 next to Santeetlah Lake.
General Notes:
Cheoah Ranger District
1070 Massey Branch Road
Robbinsville, NC 28771
(828) 479-6431
Activities
Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:Cabin Rentals
Recreation areas with activity Cabin Rentals:Cabin rentals by reservation.
| Reservation Info | http://www.recreation.gov/camping/Cheoah_Point_Cabin_1_Nc/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=75478&topTabIndex=CampingSpot |
| Size Restrictions | 2 cabins/6 people per cabin |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Recreation areas with activity Lake and Pond Fishing:Boating - Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Motorized:Boating - Non-Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Non-Motorized:Swimming
Recreation areas with activity Swimming:Amenities
| Toilets: | Flush |
|---|---|
| Boat ramp: | |
| Drinking water: |
Alerts & Warnings
- Linville Gorge Camping Permits Required for Summer Weekends
- App RD: Carolina Hemlocks CG closed through 7/17/22
- Pisgah RD: Partial closure of FSR 475B Headwaters Road
- Be Bear Aware
- Catawba Falls Trail (TR 225) Closed
- Camping and other restrictions now in effect at Max Patch
- Nantahala RD: Multiple areas under construction
- Appalachian RD: NCDOT construction near Harmon Den may affect Forest access
- Grandfather RD: Old House Gap Rd (FS192) temporarily closed
- Recreate responsibly
- Joyce Kilmer Trail Lower Loop Closed due to rain damage
- Work To Take Place At Cheoah Point Boat Ramp
- Target Shooting prohibited on Croatan National Forest
Location