ctechbob
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Grumpy Bear Campground & Gem Mine · 2030 Old River Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Stay Dates - 2/8 - 2/11/2024
Site#: 8
Site Type: Back In
Full Hookups: Yes
Bob Rating: 9/10*
Would Stay Again?: Yes
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Power Avail: 50a/30a/20a
This was a pleasant experience from the outset. While I didn't get to meet the owners of the campground as they were away during our stay, their property manager was awesome to deal with, prompt with answering any questions we had, and just an all around nice guy. (I had also emailed back and forth with the owners a few times and they were outstanding as well).
The facility is on the smaller side of what we're used to, with only 19 sites packed on to the grounds, things are close, but not super close to the point you'd hate your neighbor in short order. *The sites are a tiny bit on narrow side, so you'll need some precision backing in. Pedestals are in good shape and the place is clean. There are also some cabins and teepee's on the grounds as well, so it isn't just all RV's all the time.
We were supposed to be attending a volleyball tournament for my cousin during the trip, but at last minute, she switched clubs she played for, so we had all weekend to just wander around Bryson City and the area and generally relax after what has been a busy winter.
On to the pictures:
The campground from across the Tuckasegee River:
Did I mention that the Great Smoky Mountain Railway goes RIGHT outside the campground!! I love me some train. It is a scenic railway, so you don't have to worry about it passing at all hours of the day. Usually 11am and 3pm it is making its trip by.
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