Julian Price Park Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $30.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- October 26 to May 21
- Sites
- 190 total · 92 reservable · 98 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Cosby RV Sanitary Station · 84.7 mi
- Coordinates
- 36.1203, -81.7653
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Julian Price Campground sits beside Price Lake, a pristine body of water that sparkles against the backdrop of rolling mountains. The surrounding forest offers a colorful assortment of wildflowers in the spring and vivid orange and red foliage in the fall. Canoes can be rented at the lake, and a dock offers opportunities for fishing. Area hiking trails include Price Lake, Boone Fork, Green Knob, and Tanawha trails. Campers may see bears, grouse, turkeys, owls, hawks and more.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Julian Price Park Campground free?
No. Julian Price Park Campground charges $30.00. 92 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Julian Price Park Campground?
Julian Price Park Campground has 190 sites on record. 92 sites are reservable and 98 are first come.
When is Julian Price Park Campground open?
The season on record runs October 26 to May 21. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Julian Price Park Campground?
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 36.13889, -81.73111 36°8'20"N, 81°43'52"W From Asheville, North Carolina, go north on Blue Ridge Parkway to Milepost 297.
What is the weather like at Julian Price Park Campground?
The Parkway varies in elevation from under 650 feet at Virginia's James River to over 6,000 feet near Mount Pisgah in North Carolina. Weather can vary tremendously. Higher elevations can be cloudy and foggy while lower elevations are clear. Temperatures along the Parkway are often cooler than in surrounding foothills. Carry a jacket or blanket and emergency supplies in the car. Be aware of changing weather conditions and approaching weather systems, as summer heat can bring afternoon thunderstorms.
Nearby
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
