Site 13 of 17 at Cardinal Mountain Campground

Arches 13

Arches 13 sits just below the switchback with an open view north, and three decks laid in a line for a long 8 x 24 platform.

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A tent and two camp chairs on the long deck at Arches 13, Cardinal Mountain Campground near Franklin NC, with tiered blue ridges running to the horizon — Arches 13, out on the open edge

The three decks laid in a line at Arches 13, Cardinal Mountain Campground, forming an 8 by 24 platform — Three decks in a line — a long 8 x 24 platform

The view north from the deck at Arches 13, Cardinal Mountain Campground, over the treetops to the ridgeline — Standing on the deck, looking north

The long tent deck at Arches 13, Cardinal Mountain Campground, with the open view north over the ridges — The deck, with the whole view north in front of it

What campers said about Arches 13

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Our first time staying at this campground and we will definitely be back!! The site we stayed at was absolutely perfect. Damien and Carmen are very helpful and accommodating. The view was amazing and we couldn’t have asked for better! Wish we could have stayed longer.

Brook C., September 2026Hipcamp

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Availability

When this site is free

If the dates you want are taken here, try another site — there are 16 on the mountain and one of them is very often free when this one isn’t. Browse them all.

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Site details

Site number	13 of 17
Tent deck	Three decks in a line, 8 x 24
Vehicles	Up to 18 feet — cars, trucks, SUVs, campervans and truck campers.
Access	Just below the switchback.
Elevation	2,540 ft
View	Open view north
Sun	Open to the north — direct sun all day
Parking	Two vehicles, best for one group
Water	Well water, from a spigot and hose at the site
Spacing	Trees on two sides and a hill behind. About 65 feet to Big Bend 14.
Hookups	None — come self-contained
Fire	Fire ring provided, on-property firewood only
Grill	Charcoal grill at the site
Notes	Three decks in a line. Pairs well with 14 for group camping.

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