Cliffside Lake Recreation Area & Van Hook Glade Campground

Van Hook Glade and Cliffside Lake offer secluded camping, swimming, fishing and hiking – all within minutes of Highlands, NC!

Location

14014 Highlands Road

Highlands, NC 28741

Office Phone

(828) 526-5912

Reservations CANNOT be made by calling the office. Use the reserve link or phone number below.

Reservations

Need help with reservations? Try this step-by-step guide.

Van Hook Glade Campground is approximately four miles from the heart of Highlands, NC in Nantahala National Forest and very close to Franklin, NC. This small, secluded campground is directly across the street from the beautiful Cullasaja River. Up the hill from the campground, you’ll find Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, a tucked-away haven of tranquility, where you can swim, fish, hike, picnic, and take part in family nature programs. Gather your favorite people and escape the everyday routine at Van Hook Glade Campground and Cliffside Lake Recreation Area.

While getting “out there” and getting your hands dirty, make sure to do your part to recreate responsibly. Take a minute to visit our FIND forest friends and learn how!

Site Info.

Swimming and camping together? Yes, please!

Van Hook Glade Campsites:

Campsites: $24
Maximum Occupancy per site: 8 persons / 2 cars / 2 tents or 1 RV & 1 tent

Cliffside Lake Recreation Area:

Day use per vehicle – $5
Annual Pass – $20

Shelter Rental

Small shelter for 1/2 day – $25 (not including Day Use fee)
Large shelter for 1/2 day – $35 (not including Day Use fee)

Cliffside/Van Hook Map & Rules

Only cash and checks accepted at this facility.

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*Federal Interagency Senior/Access discounts only apply to single standard site rate. Does not apply to any other items or services. Card holder must be present on site to use discount.

FIND Adventure - On Site

18 standard campsites for tents and small RV’s
Hot showers and flush toilets at the campground
Fire wood and starter available for purchase
Picnic tables, tent pads & fire rings
Recreation area has swimming, hiking, shelters and fishing available
Dogs are allowed. They must be on a leash at all times. Clean up after your pet. No pets on the beach area.

Programs and Events at Cliffside

Directions

The entrance to Van Hook Glade Campground is adjacent to the entrance of Cliffside Lake Recreation Area, off of Hwy. 64.

FIND Adventure - Off Site

Visit Dry Falls
Highlands Nature Center & Botanical Garden
Hike Bartram Trail
Visit Bridal Veil Falls
Shop in downtown Highlands
Visit the Bascom Center for Visual Arts
Visit the Cradle of Forestry Heritage Site

Love the RV life?

you could be a campground host!

Being a campground host is an exciting opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, meet new friends and provide assistance and information to visitors.