Camping In Cherokee, NC - (Indian Creek Campground, Mingo Falls, Darnell Farms)

We camped at Indian Creek Campground for the first time. It is located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation, 9.6 miles from the town of Cherokee.
Come along with us as we review Indian Creek Campground

[@keitheverhart9556]

When you were watching the sunset I was struck with two thoughts. The beauty of God's creation is awesome. And, I don't understand how anyone could witness that and still think the earth is flat.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

You know, those were pretty much the same thoughts I was having. I was actually thinking about the flat earth theory when we were there. Yes, God is awesome. And I think flat-earthers are a strange bunch. We appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@teresareed5597]

I’m also amazed with God’s creation and amazed that some people believe in the Big Bang theory. How can these intricate ecosystems, with diverse animal life, have been created from one thing crawling out of the muck after being struck with electricity? I live in Ohio (green, cows, corn/snow, etc) and visited my brother in Tucson AZ in the middle of the desert. How did one ‘bang’ create such difference? I say it required the guidance of the Master’s Hand.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@teresareed5597 Amen to that! I was actually talking about some of those things in Sunday School this morning...How ridiculous the entire theory of evolution, and abiogenesis really is.

[@reginacelia8966]

What beautiful scenery!!! I LOVE the Smokey Mountains and all that area sooo much! Thanks for taking me along! This helps me escape while my Dad continues to get his ca treatments 🎉❤❤😊

[@lindawiley878]

The sunset was beautiful and the music made it even more beautiful. I’m so glad you do so many things in North Carolina. Some of the other KZbinrs are Tennessee Georgia all those different places but I’m so glad you do a lot of North Carolina. I watch you all the time.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

We certainly appreciate you watching. Yes, we are quite proud of our section of the Smokies here in North Carolina. We try to do a balance of things around home, as well as in Gatlinburg. Thank you so much for watching our content. That means a lot.

[@amymclemore6551]

Looks like you had such a nice, relaxing weekend. Enjoyed seeing all the dogs, the dream whips, and the gorgeous sunset. Thanks for the video.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

You're very welcome. So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks so much for watching.

[@pirategirl58]

That sun set brought tears to my eyes! God's gifts to this world are countless! One just has to stop and look. Thank you for sharing that, as well as your camping trip. It looked like so much peace to be had! The store is amazing! I will definitely make a trip there this summer.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you for your very nice comment. So glad that our video was not just entertaining, but was a blessing to you. If you do go to this campground, we would love to hear how you like it.

[@jamesboswell760]

Beautiful absolutely gorgeous! This is the kinda video I like thank you!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed it. We thought you would like this one. Stay tuned for the week of 4th of July. I think you'll see some you like, although yes, there are going to be some restaurant reviews in the mix, as well. But I think you will enjoy the nature videos that are coming.

[@jamesboswell760]

@@NCMemoryMakers I like the restaurant videos too but sometimes it’s nice to mix things up.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@jamesboswell760 Yes, we do try to have a variety on this channel. We try to do things from the mountains to the sea, and everything in between.

[@jamesboswell760]

@@NCMemoryMakers I appreciate that!

[@billyb.9533]

Loved your video about the campground! I especially loved the sunset with one of my favorite songs! It is well with my soul! It brings happiness and hope to an old man! Keep up the great work! Love you guys.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad that part was a blessing to you. Not only did we think the song fit the scene of the sunset, but it is a great hymn, as well. Love the words to it.

[@deaniebess2494]

Love the sunset, and you couldn't have played a better song. It is well with my soul.beautiful .Thank you both. I loved your video!!!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@deaniebess2494 Thank you! We appreciate that so much! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@janholt6850]

Would you share more details regarding the location of the sunset? We love traveling to the Cherokee area. Enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@@janholt6850 Thank you for watching. We appreciate it, and are glad you enjoyed it. As for the location of the sunset, it's basically where I said in the video. If you know Highway 441 going across the Smokies, and if you know where Newfound Gap is, you simply go to the first overlook on the left after you pass over Newfound Gap. That is, if you're coming from Cherokee. It's before you get to the Ben Morton Overlook, which is just below where we were. If you are coming up from Gatlinburg towards Newfound Gap, it will be the overlook right past Ben Morton overlook...The last overlook on the right, before you reach Newfound Gap. If there is anything else I can clarify about the location, please let me know.

[@lindawiley878]

Excellent videos at the end and the music this was perfect👍🏼

[@NCMemoryMakers]

We appreciate your kind comment. So glad you enjoyed the music selection and the videos at the end.

[@smokymountainman4964]

Derrick, I just love your drone footage. Always do beautiful

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you! I'm glad to be able to use it in the videos again.

[@HairesLastResortAdventures]

Great video! I’m looking forward to popping our tent again! Come on cooler weather!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

It was quite cool on this trip. Y'all would have loved the weather, especially in the early morning. Thanks for watching!

[@Phillip-yy4fr]

Thanks! These are my favorite videos that you post. A lot of information about the campground and area. Thanks for another beautiful video. I hope you both have a great week.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you so much!

[@judyparker8283]

Glad you're camping again! Love camping videos with the sound of the river, sitting by the campfire and other "outdoor stuff". 😊

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we're glad to be camping again. We wanted to several weeks back, but the weekend forecast was 80% chance of rain, so we didn't. We knew the weather was supposed to be good this weekend, so we took advantage of it. You are correct...The sound of the river is something that is very relaxing, and few things compare to it.

[@twlrsc47]

WOW !! Are you kidding me ??? A 52 minute video ?? This is awesome...... now time to make a motion picture 😆🤣 I really enjoyed watching yall shiver, as I was melting here at the beach. What a BEAUTIFUL place, there !!!!! All I could think about while watching this was ( 1Corinthians 2:9 ) .....and to EVEN THINK it's gonna be MUCH better than this, SOON !!!! Thanks for the ride along.....I'm packed and ready for the next adventure ! Prayers for safe travels back home. GOD bless you both.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Amen to that! It just gets better for the one who knows Christ, once we are with Him. I was actually worried about the video being too long. We have a few that are that long or a little longer, but not many. I was worried about losing people's attention, but there was just so much in it. I did trim out about 5 minutes of it, or it would have been a little longer. I appreciate you watching to the end. I think you will probably enjoy what we've got coming up week of the 4th of July. Not really saying where it's going to be right now, but there's going to be a lot of good variety and a lot of nature stuff.

[@diamondbackking4141]

Awesome sun set ! Love the campground & sound of that creek too. Really enjoyed this one. Looked like perfect camping weather...a little chilly...🎉😊

[@NCMemoryMakers]

So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching. Yes, we knew it can get cold in the mountains, but it got a little cooler than we anticipated. I wished I had at least brought a pair of blue jeans.

[@jeffrivers4735]

Enjoyed this video very much. Playing It Is Well With My Soul very appropriate during the sunset part. Thanks again for another great video.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

You are very welcome. Thank you so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@bettysuewyatt6170]

Great video. What a gorgeous sunset. I loved the music you used for that part, It Is Well With My Soul. My favorite hymn.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you very much! Yes, I thought that song went well with that beautiful scene. So glad you enjoyed it.

[@TRPage]

Love the video guys! Cherokee Purple tomatoes have become my favorite too! Two pieces of bread with some Dukes mayonnaise, a little pepper and some good slices of those things MMM MMMM!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Absolutely! Can't wait until ours start coming in!

[@janetmoss-s4o]

It is well! How wonderful to be able to say that! Beautiful with the sunset! Thank you for that!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

You are very welcome. Glad you enjoyed that part of the video. I thought that song was a very appropriate one to add to that beautiful scene.

[@pinkyswearzadventures]

Breaks my heart to see those steps destroyed by tree damage. This is one of my favorite waterfalls. You visited in 2020 after a huge rain fall. It was roaring!!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we did. And we have done a couple of videos there. Our first video there, it was VERY icy in the wintertime. It really was sad to see the steps demolished like that.

[@janetchaffin7038]

We enjoyed the video. The sunset you captured with the song "IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL" was breathtaking!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed that.

[@tonylashmit2613]

First off the sunset scenes were spectacular! Glad to see the campground turned out to be an great experience for yall.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, the sunset was the perfect ending of a wonderful day. We really enjoyed this camping experience.

[@dougsmoak3057]

Thanks for sharing y’all’s camping trip, I appreciate so much the love of what God has given us to be stewards of,, also liked the that blackberry & watermelon dessert! I’m jealous 😂! Thanks for sharing

[@NCMemoryMakers]

You are very welcome. I'm so glad you enjoyed watching. And yes, God has certainly given us great beauty to be stewards of.

[@smokymountainman4964]

Absolutely gorgeous!! I love the sound of the stream. I could definitely sleep and camp there. The waterfall was very nice. The sunset over the smokies was absolutely beautiful!! The Creation reveals the glory and Majesty of God. Thank you for sharing this adventure and experience with us. It is Well with My Soul. One of my favorite hymns. Praise God because of Jesus and Our Faith in Him as Lord and Savior we can sing it is well with my soul. God bless you both.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Amen to that! I was trying to figure out which song would best fit the sunset, and I just thought of that one. Even though this was just the instrumental version, I love the words to that song, as well. So glad y'all enjoyed the video. It was a very peaceful place to just relax.

[@user-rm2we8ue4r]

That sunset…… just amazing! Enjoyed the video, thanks for sharing.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@Momtocam1997]

We visited the KOA campground (just 5.6 miles from Indian Creek) a few years ago..it was a day trip, as we were scoping out campgrounds in the area. Our last camping trip was 14 years ago..but we hope to be able to camp again in a few years. Thanks for sharing this beautiful campground.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

We actually looked at that one, as well. We've also looked at Jellystone Campground, which is between Indian Creek and KOA. They all look very nice.

[@amberbryant8141]

Wow so beautiful sun rays through trees and creeks and sunset 🌅 love it ❤❤❤ Enjoy your day camping ⛺️❤🐶🐶

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed watching.

[@user-ff8nj8vt7p]

All the scenery looks beautiful love the sound of the water sure could sleep good listening to it your babies may be scared of the water sounds keep them warm enjoy your selves God bless you all

[@NCMemoryMakers]

They actually enjoyed the campsite once it warmed up during the day. They would just get cold at night and in the early morning. Once it warmed up, they actually tried to go over near the creek some. I do think even the dogs felt more relaxed being outdoors. I know we did. That creek is beautiful.

[@cathymcgee1674]

Beautiful there. We used to go to Cherokee just about every year when the kids were smaller and we loved it. I love your sweet dogs!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thanks so much! Glad you have fond memories from Cherokee. Some of my best childhood memories were there. We appreciate your comment.

[@cathymcgee1674]

@@NCMemoryMakers it's changed a lot since they have the casino. They tore down the hotel we stayed in to put codos there. The kids used to have pictures made with the Indians. But it's still a beautiful place and brings memories back for us. Thank you for that.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@cathymcgee1674 I understand, as I have a lot of those same memories. I used to have my pictures made with the Indians, as well. There was one when I was really small, named Chief Walking Stick. We used to stay at the El Camino motel, which is located right next to where the casino now is. But in that day, it was Frontierland theme park. Sadly, the El Camino is no longer in business, as the owner was shot and killed over a year ago.

[@ritagarrison8315]

I really think we are going to try this campground, you are right it's beautiful especially with the creek behind you, just experiencing what God created, I was really impressed with this place, thank you so much for showing us this place God Bless

[@NCMemoryMakers]

You are very welcome. We appreciate you watching. Let us know how you like it, when you get to go. I will be doing a video walk-thru and showing the sites, but I have to get it uploaded. It should be up hopefully today, or tomorrow at the latest.

[@tinasrandomthings2553]

Indiancreek is one of our favorite campgrounds we have been several times. So far, we have stayed at site 6, 10 three times, and site 14. We usually bring the camper but are planning on bringing the tent next visit. The camp store is top notch and the bathrooms are always clean.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we were very impressed with both the store and the cleanliness of the bathrooms. You can tell they put a lot of effort into that.

[@CarolinaChance82]

We've camped, and fished there. I can sit by that stream and not want to leave. Keep doing what yall are doing!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we certainly know what you mean. Just sitting there by the stream and listening to it, is so relaxing. Seems like you don't have a care in the world when you're in a setting like that. Thank you so much for watching!

[@wanderingoutyonder]

Looks like a wonderful campground!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, it is very nice, quiet, and peaceful.

[@dieselwrench3621]

That’s our favorite campground in Cherokee 👍💯 beautiful creeks and so relaxing. Hope you guys had a great time.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

We did. Wish we had been able to stay longer than 2 nights. It's a very nice campground, and very relaxing. Glad you have gotten to go there and enjoy it, as well.

[@dieselwrench3621]

@@NCMemoryMakers Next time you stay there, eat at Peter’s pancakes right there in Cherokee, it’s delicious.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@dieselwrench3621 We actually have been there and done a video. November of 2022. We enjoyed it.

[@gaildavis710]

Your video brought back alot of memories. Me and hubby use to tent camp all the time!! At 70, we need something a little softer to lay on, hahaha! We hope one day to find us a small self contained camper. We think that nowadays that we would enjoy it alot better!! We also have a little dog. However, she has never been camping. We think she would like it but she has to be on a leash because if she gets a chance she will take off!!!! Take care and God Bless!!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you so much for watching and for commenting. We are glad that our video brought back memories. Hope you are able to find what you're looking for in a camper, and that you're able to get back out there again.

[@paulettebrochet2011]

What a beautiful campsite,loved the sound of the water.Loved seeing all the pups,they are so sweet hope they warmed up. We have never really stopped in Cherokee before, just driven to Bryson City. We do love a Dream whip at Darnell Far so worth the drive. Made me want to get in the car now! Loved your sunset video,just gorgeous. Really enjoyed this video one of my favorites especially all your pics at the end. Just so peaceful and that's why we are still thinking about buying an easy set up tent..loved seeing your campsite and how peaceful it was...I could honestly fall asleep so easily with the sound of that creek. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@NCMemoryMakers]

We really appreciate you watching and for commenting. We know this was a long video, but there was just so much we wanted to show of the campground and our day. I think you would really enjoy this campground. It is very remote and very quiet. It seems like all of the campers there were respectful of each other. We also agree with you about Darnell Farms. We try to get over there pretty much every time we go to Cherokee now. Thanks again for watching!

[@angelaambrose2326]

Thanks for sharing…perfect sunset with It Is Well With My Soul!!!!! Perfect ending….. I am a huge Tiramisu fan, will definitely check out Oreo’s.😋 Love the creek sound …. So relaxing. Keep enjoying and sharing all videos with us ❣️❣️

[@NCMemoryMakers]

She loves the Oreos. Personally, I had never had an Oreo Thin, and the cream inside is very minimal. So glad you enjoyed the video. It was a great campground. Thank you so much for watching and for commenting.

[@ltsplace3301]

The scenery is awesome! God is good. Love y’all!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thanks so much! We are so glad you enjoyed it. And yes, God is good!

[@tedandtinasadventures.9225]

We love that campground. One of our favorites. We like to stay at Cades Cove a few days and then hit up indian Creek last. They have a nice shower and bath house. The owner is really nice. Great video. Really enjoyed it. Take care.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you all for watching! I think it was your video last week, that I made a comment on about using the drone. I found a good open place where I could go up with it. That was a great idea y'all had, or I wouldn't have even thought of it. Thanks for your videos there, as well.

[@kenlowe5900]

Thanks for the video, we will try while we are staying at Mile High Campground the first week of July.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Hope you all have a great trip. Let us know how it goes.

[@user-il2py5ez8m]

Beautiful campsite.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

It certainly was. We really, really enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@user-qr9rj8bg7b]

Wow you caught a good sunset

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, it was amazing! Cold up there, but worth it!

[@GPgundude]

I really love your restaurant reviews but I think I like your nature videos just a little bit more. Please keep up the great work and if you can, please include your two little dogs in more of your videos!! Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful experience with us!!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we want to include them when we can. In videos like this, it is much easier to do, than in restaurants. We hope to continue to provide a good balance between all kinds of videos that we do, now that summer and outdoor activity is more prevalent. Thanks for watching!

[@clintjoplin7141]

Best campground to stay at in Cherokee. We usually get a small cabin and love it.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we really liked it. I noticed your name. I used to know a Clint Joplin. Didn't know him well, but from school. You're not from Caldwell County, North Carolina, are you?

[@clintjoplin7141]

Yep, I’m from Caldwell County.

[@dpmart3275]

Glad you two had a good time

[@NCMemoryMakers]

We did. Thank you so much!

[@wendylogan5878]

That is so cool you stayed in Cherokee. You passed my house going up to Bunches Creek .Hope you had fun❤

[@NCMemoryMakers]

So cool! Did you see your house in the video?

[@kevinaltizer]

Nice strong sounding creek. Love it!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we loved being able to camp right there on it. Very relaxing.

[@papprince]

Great video guys.Very nice looking campground. Be safe from WV

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you for watching! Yes, we loved it!

[@denisevaughn5428]

Hello, Memory Makers. I saw Shawnaci at Food Lion that weekend but I wasnt 100 percent it was her. I regret not speaking. My friend and I really enjoy y'alls videos and appreciate the campground walk-throughs.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, she went in there to get some dog food! Wish you had walked up and said hello to her. She would have enjoyed meeting you. Do you live in the area? So glad that you enjoyed watching the campground walk-throughs. We hope they are helpful.

[@denisevaughn5428]

@@NCMemoryMakers I'll be sure and say hello next time! We live near Greenville, SC but my family is originally from Madison County. Coming to the western NC mountains feels like coming home.

[@briankirby918]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, it is a beautiful campground. Thanks for watching!

[@shaunmartin6357]

Like your truck, seems you like too, well i like gm anyway. have a safe trip.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you very much. That truck is a 2004, and it used to belong to my uncle, now deceased. I've had it since 2013, and it has been a good one.

[@lil_Marie_Red]

If you decide to go to FL during the cooler months. Look into the State and County Parks by the Springs. Look into Ocala Natl Forest. Not Ocala. But the Forest. It's closer to Daytona and Ormond Beach. Near 40. There is 3 parks with springs but only two have camp grounds. About 30 minutes to Ocean Beaches at the end of SR 40 and SR 44.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@mr.mikeyg.5282]

Been there, stayed there and highly recommend it.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

It is a beautiful campground. We loved it!

[@billyfallaw430]

Great video as always. Thanks

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thanks for watching!

[@Mrs.Frankenstein]

We love Mingo Falls!!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, it's one of our favorite waterfalls. Very beautiful!

[@HairesLastResortAdventures]

What a beautiful area! And the sound of that water.... Gonna have to put this on our bucket list! (Bout time we see you back in nature...JK😂) Great video Ya'll. Thanks for sharing!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, you would love this campground! Getting ready to watch your deep sea fishing video here in a bit. Hope Kimberly's dad is doing better.

[@HairesLastResortAdventures]

@@NCMemoryMakers awesome. We hope you enjoy it. We still have multiple videos from our Florida trip to get up. Coming home to my daddy being sick kinda put a halt on things. What we thought was a bloated belly and anxiety, turned into fluid on the lungs, which turned into two large blockages and harden of the arteries, which makes things more complex. First blockage required long stint to cover two blockages. Then bleeding somewhere, making it necessary for 2 pints of blood. Had to pull two blood thinners in order to get the blade to slow. He is on liquid diet. He needs a G.I. scope, but they do not want to put him to sleep to do it at his age and the fact that he’s been on blood thinners. The next stent placement is scheduled for June 18, however, we have to get the blade stopped first. It’s not looking great, but he is tough. I have been at the hospital every day and night a week ago, Friday. At this point, it is awaiting that game to see if he will be a candidate for second. Thank you for asking about my Daddy. It’s just very difficult when the man you’ve looked up to. it was always so strong in there for you is going through a tough time. Thank you for asking and for praying. We definitely need to put that camping trip on our bucket list. Looks like an awesome time and a beautiful place.

[@user-fu6jk7ok5l]

WOW, you guys know how to have fun 😊

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Thank you! We appreciate that.

[@dennisjackson6693]

great video just wish you had seen more than one elk

[@NCMemoryMakers]

We actually did see a couple more on our way up to the sunset. None of them gathered together like usual, though. Just one here, and another one there.

[@angiecooper9912]

We have stayed here for several years.... we love it You need to try Wize Guys in Cherokee.... nothing fancy buy great pizza and customer service

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, it is a beautiful campground. We really enjoyed our time there. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelpardue2400]

We have camp there before it great place

[@NCMemoryMakers]

It sure is!

[@laurendavis771]

We camp at this campground. It is a very pretty, quiet place. Seems to be managed well.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we agree. Very nice.

[@janieanders4823]

I lived on big cove for 3 years at the very end of big cove on the loop

[@NCMemoryMakers]

That is such a beautiful area!

[@kennethboatner8611]

How does it compare to Milehigh Campground ? If you had your choice which one would you choose?

[@NCMemoryMakers]

They are both nice. Depends on what you're looking for. Mile High Campground is much higher elevation (over 5,300 ft.), so is MUCH cooler. Also, it has more long range views of the mountains, while Indian Creek has none. Mile High has no creek to listen to, as a result of being so high in the mountains. Indian Creek is lower elevation (about 2,500 ft.), and is very cool in the mornings and evenings, but warms up a bit more during the day than Mile High. While it has no mountain views, it does have the relaxing creek to listen to. Indian Creek has the better store, by far. Both have shower houses that are good, but Indian Creek is the best in that regard. Mile High is closer to Maggie Valley, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and they are both about equal distance to Cherokee. Both are very quiet campgrounds, and great places to relax.

[@markebass]

You should make a short video with just the sunset.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

That would be nice, but I want to get a better sunset. This one was good, but if you notice when the sun was actually going down all the way, the wind kind of jarred my tripod a little bit and made it blur. You can actually see it shaking, and it messed up the focus. I'd like to be able to get the sunset all the way through, without any flaws. There will be other opportunities.

[@wendylogan5878]

No I just know the road you took. I can walk to Mingo Falls waterfall. I can tell you that much.❤

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Wow. You sure are blessed to live in such a beautiful area. We love Cherokee, and I especially love going up Big Cove Road. So, do you know what happened with that tree alongside the steps going up to Mingo Falls? I guess it just fell over from a storm? It took out several steps with it.

[@Mawmawonthego]

Wonder what the temp would be like in the campground for just 4th. I have watched your mile high video and was so surprised by the temp change there

[@NCMemoryMakers]

July 4th will probably be a bit warmer, but this campground is back in the mountains and along the creek, so that is why it got cooler than in town. We knew Mile High was going to be cool, because it's over a mile in elevation. It's always cool up there. Never gets hot. But yesterday morning when we woke up, the temperature was in the upper 40s. No matter when you come, I would still recommend maybe bringing a sweatshirt and pants. You may not need it, but it would be good to have, just in case. To get an idea of what the weather will be, just find out the elevation of the campground. On average, the temperature will drop 3-4 degrees for every 1,000 ft in elevation. Meaning, that Mile High will probably be anywhere from about 12-16 degrees cooler than in the valleys. And it can be even more than that.

[@Mawmawonthego]

​@NCMemoryMakers we have reservations at grandfather mountain campground in Banner Elk over the fourth of July but this campground looks like a really nice place also. We haven't traveled or camped much in the mountains of western north carolina but we are always looking to cool off in the summer time as much as possible. Thank you so much for such a through in and out of the campground as well as the sites. And as yall like to be prepped I also agree with its better to bring it and not need it so I'll definitely pack for a cooler night temp no matter where we end up.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@@Mawmawonthego That's a good idea, especially if you're going to be camping in Banner Elk, which is pretty high elevation. It can cool down there in summer, especially at night and early morning. Have a great time!

[@SouthernM1M1]

Yes girl. I made that track and thought I was gonna die. Lol. It was tough on me because I have bad lungs from when I had COVID. I almost died from it but God had other plans.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Glad God brought you through that. Shawnasi lost her mother to it 2 years ago. But she was saved and was a Godly woman, so we know where she is.

[@gaildavis710]

I love a creek but staying by one is a bit loud for me!!!!!

[@NCMemoryMakers]

It's actually quite relaxing, and kind of has a calming effect.

[@SouthernM1M1]

Y'all should be able to take the dogs in a stroller most places. Another couple we follow takes their dog in everywhere they go except restaurants.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Yes, we have a dog stroller, and we take them lots of places in it. Including restaurants that allow outside, dog friendly seating. Not sure what you're getting at here, though. We didn't actually bring the stroller on the camping trip this time, however. Did I say something in the video about not being able to take the dogs somewhere? I don't remember everything we said.

[@SouthernM1M1]

I was just making the suggestion. 😊 I wish I could take my boys with us but they bark too much and are wild. Lol. We really love watching you guys. Watching some older ones as we speak. We want to get into camping. Y'all are an inspiration. God bless.

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@@SouthernM1M1 Thank you so much for your kind words. I couldn't remember if I had said something about a stroller. I did remember mentioning about leaving the dogs in the shade in the truck, right before we went up to the waterfall. No way we could have taken the stroller on that trail and up those steps, anyway. But yes, they love being pushed around in the stroller. We go up and down the streets of Gatlinburg with them in it, and the stores have no issue with it, either. They love it.

[@Momtocam1997]

Our dog died in April..she was almost 16. We loved taking her on most of our trips, but on occasion we had to find a dog sitter. She was never one to be left alone, especially after she grew older. We plan on getting another dog maybe this time next year. We will be flying to Phoenix July 4 for a week..haven’t been on a plane in 27 years..😮

[@NCMemoryMakers]

@Momtocam1997 Hope you have a safe and enjoyable trip to Arizona. Very sorry for the loss of your pet. They truly are like family.

[@bobcornelius881]

O well........ what can I say

[@NCMemoryMakers]

Not sure we understand...