Riverbend RV Park & Cabins

Franklin, North Carolina

Riverfront Stays in Franklin, NC

Riverbend RV Park & Cabins offers riverfront and creekfront accommodations in Franklin, North Carolina, surrounded by the scenic Cullasaja and Ellijay Rivers. Guests enjoy peaceful mountain views, modern amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether visiting for a weekend getaway or a full season, you’ll find comfort, convenience, and easy access to outdoor adventures and local attractions.

We take pride in creating a friendly, well-kept environment where guests feel welcome from the moment they arrive. You’ll often find us around the park, visiting with campers or hosting seasonal events. Our full-time camp hostess is also onsite daily to ensure everyone has the support they need.

A Family Tradition of Hospitality

Outdoor bar area with a rustic wood design, seating, and a TV.

Accommodations for Every Traveler

Our RV sites are riverfront or creekfront, featuring full hookups, patios, picnic tables, and fire rings. Our remodeled bathhouse offers warm showers and clean facilities. A few nearby cabins are also available for guests who prefer private lodging close to the campground.

RV campground with gravel road, trees, and parked campers.

Spacious RV Sites

Eighteen RV sites include 30–50 amp service, gravel pads, patios, picnic tables, and fire rings. Many are riverfront or creekfront, with room for slide-outs and car parking.

River view of a multi-level wooden house with a deck nestled amongst green trees under a blue sky.

Comfortable Cabins

Our four cabins sleep between 2 and 10 guests, with options that include hot tubs, grills, fire pits, and river access. Each is located either on the park property or nearby along the Cullasaja River.

Extended & Seasonal Stays

Extended stays are available by the day, week, month, or full season from April through November. All RV sites include full hookups, WiFi, and 24-hour security. Guests choosing longer stays enjoy convenient amenities, maintained grounds, and a quiet riverside setting ideal for extended visits in Franklin, North Carolina.

Amenities for Comfort and Convenience

We’ve designed our campground to provide everything you need for a comfortable stay. Guests enjoy reliable WiFi, clean restrooms, warm showers, and convenient river access. The park is fully pet-friendly, with shaded gathering areas and community spaces that support a relaxing, enjoyable camping experience for everyone.

Outdoor bar with seating, TV, and ceiling fan against a wooden wall.

Community Spaces

Our open-air clubhouse and large pavilion provide comfortable spaces for gatherings and events. We host bluegrass concerts on major holiday weekends, offering guests a fun, community atmosphere during their stay.

Green grassy park under a clear blue sky with blooming trees.

Recreational Activities

Recreation includes a bark park, cornhole, darts, and horseshoes for recreation. During peak season, guests enjoy Pickin’ in the Park and Open Stage Nights, along with shaded lawns and riverside areas for relaxing or socializing.

Tan building with an American flag, set in a gravel area with trees and a blue sky.

Modern Facilities and Security

Our bathhouse includes hot showers, clean restrooms, and updated fixtures for your comfort. The park also features 24-hour monitored security, convenient parking, and a full-time camp hostess onsite daily.

Seasonal Events and Activities

There’s always something happening at Riverbend. From bluegrass concerts and cookouts to fishing tournaments and seasonal festivals, our events bring guests and locals together by the river. Join the fun and see what’s coming up on our Events page.

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Discover Franklin & the Surrounding Areas

Franklin, North Carolina, known as the Ruby Capital of the World, is surrounded by scenic rivers, mountains, and small-town charm. From waterfalls and hiking trails to unique shopping and local dining, the town provides visitors with both relaxation and adventure nearby.

Autumn trees with vibrant yellow, orange, and red leaves reflected on a calm lake under a blue sky.

Local Adventures

Guests can enjoy hiking, fishing, tubing, gem mining, and whitewater rafting in the surrounding Nantahala National Forest. Popular natural sites like Dry Falls and Bridal Veil Falls are a short drive away, with many more outdoor activities just minutes from the campground.

Breakfast plate with eggs, pancakes, bacon, toast, orange juice, and coffee.

Dining Options

The area offers a wide variety of restaurants, from casual barbecue to farm-to-table dining in downtown Franklin. Favorites include Gracious Plates On Main and Ms. Lois’ Restaurant, with additional options in Highlands, Sylva, and nearby mountain towns.

Nantahala National Forest

Covering more than half a million acres, Nantahala National Forest offers hiking, rafting, fishing, and scenic drives. Its diverse landscapes, from river gorges to fire tower overlooks, provide endless opportunities for outdoor recreation close to Franklin.

See What Our Guests Have to Say

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I got the pleasure of going up and staying in one of their R.V for a little vacation. The campgrounds are super nice. You can tell everything has been updated. They are always doing fun events and concerts. It was the best little getaway with our family of 4. Husband was so busy fishing and the kids had to much fun playing in the River.

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    I got the pleasure of going up and staying in one of their R.V for a little vacation. The campgrounds are super nice. You can tell everything has been updated. They are always doing fun events and concerts. It was the best little getaway with our family of 4. Husband was so busy fishing and the kids had to much fun playing in the River. Jodi was the sweetest host. I would recommend it to everyone.

Absolutely an a amazing place! We loved everything about it. Beautiful and peaceful.
The owners are absolutely wonderful and amazing people. They are very involved and make friends with everyone. They are very knowledgeable and helpful. My kids and grandkids loved going to the beach, but now they all say this is their favorite go to place.

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    Absolutely an a amazing place! We loved everything about it. Beautiful and peaceful.

    The owners are absolutely wonderful and amazing people. They are very involved and make friends with everyone. They are very knowledgeable and helpful. My kids and grandkids loved going to the beach, but now they all say this is their favorite go to place.

    They always have have great things going on. They will have cookouts, music, water activities along with a number of other things to do.

    Never a dull moment. Hands down the best place ever to spend some family time. Go! You will not be disappointed! My family and I love, love this place.

Gina

We had such a relaxing stay at this cabin. The view and access to the river was wonderful, with plenty of places on the deck to hang out and enjoy the view. We loved the fire pit near the river, and there are river tubes provided that we did use since we visited in autumn. The cabin was nicely decorated in a cabin theme. 

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    We had such a relaxing stay at this cabin. The view and access to the river was wonderful, with plenty of places on the deck to hang out and enjoy the view. We loved the fire pit near the river, and there are river tubes provided that we did use since we visited in autumn. The cabin was nicely decorated in a cabin theme. With the downstairs game room it is also perfect for families with children