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Banner Elk, NC, is a popular tourist attraction thanks to stunning Wildcat Lake that sits in its midst. This idyllic mountain swimming hole has been a favorite with visitors over the decades and continues to attract outdoor enthusiasts to its shores. Wildcat Lake is an ideal motorhome camping location. At just over 13-acres in size, the lake is located right beside Tufts Memorial Park and was created with the construction of a dam on Wildcat Creek back in 1932. Close to Sugar Mountain, Grandfather Mountain, and Beech Mountain, Wildcat Lake is a must-visit for campers who find themselves passing through the area on hikes. 

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Getting Outdoors

RV camping at Wildcat Lake is perfect for anglers who enjoy spending their day with fishing rods in hand. Thanks to the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission who regularly stocks the lake with bluegill, largemouth bass, and three varieties of trout, fishing in this lake is a delight. There’s a fishing pier, too, when you prefer fishing around the shore. Keep in mind that a North Carolina fishing license is required to fish in Wildcat Lake.

Camping at Wildcat Lake

Summer is the best time to camp out in your rental motorhome at Wildcat Lake. The Grandfather Campground RV Resort and Cabins in Banner Elk have 70 sites and offer a range of amenities including pull-thru sites, tent camping, full hookups, 20, 30, and 50 amp electric service, water, sewer, cable television, WiFi, and cell phone coverage. Campers have access to restrooms, bathhouses, laundry facilities, barbecue grills, picnic tables, and a playground for the kids to run around in. There’s a well-stocked trout pond close by when you want to fish. Bring your furry friends along to this pet-friendly campground.

Exploring the Area

The areas surrounding Wildcat Lake have so much to offer visitors. The town of Boone is about 18 miles from Wildcat Lake, and worth checking out when you’re in the area.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

  • Hiking TrailLocation
  • Beech Mountain Ski Resort, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
  • Emerald Mountain Outback Trail, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
  • Sugar Mountain Ski Area, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
  • Profile Trail to Calloway Peak, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
  • Grandfather Mountain Trail, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
  • Mile High Swinging Bridge, NCFranklin, NC
  • Crab Orchard Falls Trail, NCBanner Elk, NC
  • Black Rock Nature Trail, NCGrandfather Mountain State Park, NC
  • Daniel Boone Scout Trail to Calloway Peak, NCPisgah National Forest, NC
  • Nuwati Trail, NCGrandfather Mountain State Park, NC

Recent RV rental reviews in Wildcat Lake

Katy B.

September, 2025

We were grateful to Sarah and Josh for renting their van to us. It is well equipped with supplies to use for the week, labeled cabinets and good cooking equipment and linens for the van. Good instruction on use of the van and systems. We were able to comfortably travel all around Western NC. This van was a good fit for us exploring what travel and lodging would be like using a campervan with poptop. We look forward to more van travel. Using outdoorsy to try a van for travel was a seamless experience.
"Sunseeker" the Winnebago Solis 59PX Van
"Sunseeker" the Winnebago Solis 59PX Van
Kim G.

September, 2025

Silas was super easy to work with. Definitely recommend!
Cozy Winnebago for campground or off-grid camping
Cozy Winnebago for campground or off-grid camping
Linda B.

September, 2025

Silas was so very helpful, professional and friendly. Would recommend him highly!!!!
Cozy Winnebago for campground or off-grid camping
Cozy Winnebago for campground or off-grid camping

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