Long Hungry Road Dispersed (Lake Santeetlah)
Free, no-reservation dispersed camping near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, AT (NC/TN section) in North Carolina.
No permit required National Forest
- Permit notes
- None.
- Access
- Nine lakeside sites with fire rings and picnic tables, well-spaced.
- Stay limit
- 14 days
- Amenities
- Fire rings, picnic tables
- Land manager
- Pisgah & Nantahala National Forest (USFS)
- Approximate location
- View general area on Google Maps (35.45, -83.85) — approximate area center, not an exact pin. Coordinates are approximate area centers (not exact GPS pins) meant to guide you to the general dispersed-camping corridor or forest road. Conditions, road access, and fire restrictions change seasonally — always verify with the local ranger district or BLM field office before you go, and check current fire restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a permit required at Long Hungry Road Dispersed (Lake Santeetlah)?
No permit is required. None.
What's the stay limit at Long Hungry Road Dispersed (Lake Santeetlah)?
14 days
Is camping at Long Hungry Road Dispersed (Lake Santeetlah) free?
Yes — this is free dispersed camping with no reservation or camping fee. Some sites may have small unrelated fees, like trailhead parking — see access notes above.
Sources
NearbyOther free campsites near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, AT (NC/TN section)
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