Family owned campground located close to the town yet has an "away" appeal . Convenient to grab ice, drinks, gas, etc at local markets, less than 15 minutes away. Some sites are creekside. There are two group sites available. Bath houses are very clean. Kids will enjoy the swings and slides.There are also some ponies(to pet), and chickens. River access available through the campground for tubing. Lazy J offers tube rentals for $5 all day. Nice sandy areas along the creek for playing. Heavily wooded areas, gravel roads. Full hookup sites available.
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What campers say
Lazy J Campground is a small, budget-friendly, wooded property with direct access to the French Broad River. Sites range from shaded, private tent spots along the river to RV sites (some with hookups), and amenities include clean bathrooms and warm showers. Hosts are generally friendly and attentive, and the grounds have a nostalgic, family-oriented feel with a small playground and free-roaming chickens. Practical tradeoffs: river sites can be noisy from nearby road and passing motorcycles, some areas are older though improving, and full hookups may not be available at every riverside site. Check availability and site type when booking.
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