Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

WiFi

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

Cable TV

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

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<h2>Overview</h2><p>The Great Outdoors RV Resort in Franklin, North Carolina, offers a high-end camping experience tucked away in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. This <strong>mountain resort</strong> is known for its meticulous upkeep and peaceful atmosphere, providing a base for travelers looking to explore the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. Guests can expect <strong>spacious paved sites</strong> and modern facilities that cater to those who prefer a more refined outdoor lifestyle than traditional rustic camping.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Situated in the heart of the <strong>Nantahala National Forest</strong>, the resort provides stunning vistas of the surrounding peaks. Franklin is often called the Gem Capital of the World, and the park reflects this quiet, small-town charm. The elevation ensures cooler summer temperatures, making it a popular destination for those escaping the heat. The park layout emphasizes the <strong>natural rolling terrain</strong> of the Smoky Mountains while maintaining easy accessibility for large vehicles and trailers.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>The resort distinguishes itself with premium amenities including <strong>full hookups</strong> at every site. For recreation and comfort, visitors enjoy the following features:</p><ul><li>A seasonally <strong>heated swimming pool</strong> and sun deck.</li><li>A modern fitness center and clubhouse for social gatherings.</li><li>Meticulously clean private bathhouses and laundry facilities.</li></ul><p>The park is also notably pet-friendly, featuring a dedicated dog park and groomed walking areas. The <strong>paved interior roads</strong> allow for easy maneuvering of even the largest motorhomes and big rigs, ensuring a stress-free arrival for all guests.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>Adventure seekers are just a short drive from the <strong>Appalachian Trail</strong> and various gem mining locations where families can pan for rubies and sapphires. Nature lovers often visit the nearby <strong>Dry Falls and Cullasaja Falls</strong> for spectacular photography opportunities. Additionally, the cultural hub of Asheville and the excitement of the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino are within easy reach, offering a blend of outdoor recreation and city-style entertainment for all ages.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This resort is ideal for <strong>big-rig owners</strong> and retirees who value a quiet, secure environment with top-tier infrastructure. It is a perfect match for travelers seeking a long-term seasonal home or a high-quality base for exploring the Great Smoky Mountains. Families who appreciate <strong>orderly and safe environments</strong> will find it welcoming, though the vibe remains distinctly tranquil and focused on relaxation and mountain appreciation. It is the definitive choice for those who want resort comforts in a wilderness setting.</p>

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The Great Outdoors RV Resort

RV Sites

Experience mountain luxury at The Great Outdoors RV Resort in Franklin, NC. Enjoy paved sites, a heated pool, and easy access to the Smokies. Book your stay!

The Great Outdoors RV Resort in Franklin, NC

Enjoyed our stay for 3-nights.  The resort was clean and our interaction with staff was minimal, check-in only.  Fellow RV'ers we ran into were outgoing and friendly.  For us it was a nice peaceful getaway and will return in the future.

We are newbies to the world of RVing and this place is great.  Clean and office staff friendly and helpful.  When we come back to the area, we will stay here again!

This RV park is great. Everyone there is very kind and helpful. The park is kept very clean and well maintained.

We stayed @ Great Outdoors for the week after the 4th of July. The staff was very attentive and made sure we knew the policies on arrival- there are time restrictions for this w/o a fee and even when we needed help getting into our spot they took their time to help us.  If you are looking for a quaint quiet spot this is not it. Road noise is outrageous and intrusive.  This campsite boarders a major highway and you hear brakes and trucks 24 hours a day so bad we had to go get earplugs to sleep. They pick the site for you and our site was super small comparatively without a fire ring. Who doesn't want to sit out and have a cup of coffee or lunch at their picnic table only to have next campers sewage lines a few feet away to look at - yuck!!! Also the pool closes @ 8pm too early for adults at any lodging place. No cable, streaming only and that buffers, and the WiFi was limited for certain applications.  We will not be back for these reasons but if these concerns are not your concerns you may enjoy it.

Very beautiful and tidy facilities! Landscaping and flowers so cute. Tiny cabins available. Clean pool snd showers/bathrooms, gym, big firepit near band deck and individualfire pits at camper lot, even a dog wash! Friendly staff and campers. See pics for more info. We will be back. Clubhouse store had plenty of nicknames, toiletries, even some RV/camping supplies.

Disappointed because we had reservations based on a You-Tube recommendation but elderly Mom got very ill and we had to postpone camping to take care of her.  By the time we could camp again we had passed the one-year extension and lost over $300 for the pre-payment we had made.  They give no refunds in cases of emergencies.

The park is nice clean one of the better maintained rv parks I've stayed at. very friendly park host . I gave it a 4 because the showers have no hot water.  if it is 70 degrees I would be very surprised and that's all hot. you will freeze taking a shower so make sure you watter heater works . I found out mine didn't after getting there no big deal just use bath house. nope no hot water at all everything else was great but showers are important. I could not give a 3.5 due to water in bath house staying here for a month and having to get a hotel to shower twice a week wasn't really in the budget. to park management please turn up the water heater in bath house it's extremely cold especially for this time of year

Great, pretty RV resort. Very friendly staff. Michelle helped us out when our truck broke down. She found us a spot and 1 next to us for the friends traveling with us. She worked with us while we waited for word on our truck.
The staff here is outstanding and friendly.
The bathrooms were clean. The resort has a nice pool, game room and laundry. And lots of trees.  The area is beautiful.  Michelle gave us a list of waterfalls and other sights to see in the area.
Overall this is a very nice resort with very nice staff.

New management. This campground is a new place, completely different than it was last year.  We have stayed here all summer for the last three years and it is now under Michael and Michelle, great folks!  The pool is awesome, facilities are clean and well maintained.  When you meet the staff and management they will make you feel like family.  The community fire pit is a nightly gathering place where all are welcomed warmly.  Try this campground and you Will Be back!

This place is horrible! It just got bought out and new manager Bob is mean and yelling and aggressive.  Cable is horrible but worst of all u sitting next to highway with 24/7 non stop highway VERY LOUD TRAFFIC Noise. if u park u wheels  of u car or truck 2 inches off rocks on weeds u get threatened.  5 other rv left here and so did us! There no spots where u don't need ear plugs to sleep and it really gets to happiness. Many insane unrealistic rules 
Rv repair man won't even come into this park to repair due to new manager  avoid franklin nc the great outdoor rv park !!! Many great rv parks in Franklin though with lovely nice park managers. All other park managers will help u on a Sunday but if u kindly ask bob...he will yell.... I  will evict you!  No talking to me Sunday or after 5 !
Scary personality 

The Great Outdoors RV Resort in Western NC is a 2016 Good Sam 10/10/10 RV Resort. Beautiful, very clean, nicely landscaped, lots of amenities, family friendly, motorcycle friendly, friendly staff, updated WIFI and awesome views. - Review provided by RV Park Recommendations & Reviews Facebook Group