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Site Site 1 — Johns River Road Backcountry Camping

Johns River Road Backcountry Camping · North Carolina · Loop Johns River Road

Campsite Site 1 at Johns River Road Backcountry Camping in North Carolina. HIKE TO site. No utility hookups. Maximum 6 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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36.15027, -81.73318
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Num of Vehicles
1

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
6
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Double
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Fire Pit
Fire Pit
Shade
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes

How Site Site 1 Compares

  • One of 2 sites at Johns River Road Backcountry Camping — 2 of them in the Johns River Road loop.
Other sites in the Johns River Road loop
Site Site 2HIKE TO · Reservable

Photos from Johns River Road Backcountry Camping

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

River Access Close to Johns River Road Backcountry Camping
River Access Close to Johns River Road Backcountry Camping — NPS
On the trail to Johns River Road
On the trail to Johns River Road — NPS
Johns River Road Backcountry Campsite with Grill
Johns River Road Backcountry Campsite with Grill — NPS
Johns River Road Backcountry Campsite
Johns River Road Backcountry Campsite — NPS
Johns River Road Backcountry Camping Two Sites
Johns River Road Backcountry Camping Two Sites — NPS
Along the Trail to Johns River Road Backcountry Camping
Along the Trail to Johns River Road Backcountry Camping — NPS
Follow the Trail to Johns River Road Backcountry Camping
Follow the Trail to Johns River Road Backcountry Camping — NPS

Permitted Equipment

TentHammock

Booking Tips for Site Site 1

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 3:00 PM / 12:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Site 1?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site Site 1?

Maximum occupancy is 6 people and 1 vehicles.

What hookups does site Site 1 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site Site 1?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 3:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

Can I have a campfire at site Site 1?

Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.