Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Be looking for the Yellow banner.
From Murphy, NC and points West: Drive east on US Hwy. 74, watch for mile marker 24. 3/10 mile past mile marker 24 turn RIGHT onto Happy Valley Road.
From Asheville/Bryson City/Andrews, NC and points East: Drive west on US Hwys. 19/74, watch for mile marker 25. 7/10 miles past mile marker 25 turn LEFT onto Happy Valley Rd.
I-75 Southbound from Points North of Cleveland, TN: Exit #25 (Route 60 East): Exit Rte. 60 at Hwy. 64/74 East. Continue into NC and follow directions above continuing on Hwy. 74 just past mile marker 24.
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Murphy / Peace Valley KOA Holiday offers a peaceful retreat where mountain views, riverside relaxation, and outdoor adventure come together. Whether you're staying for a night or an extended getaway, you'll enjoy a quiet setting just minutes from Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino and the UltraStar Entertainment Center. Spend your days hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, or exploring scenic mountain drives, then return to unwind along the Valley River.
Choose from shaded riverside RV sites, many with KOA Patios®, or settle into a fully furnished Deluxe Cabin for added comfort. On-site amenities include a seasonal swimming pool, game room, basketball court, volleyball, horseshoes, and a one-acre KampK9® dog park. For even more adventure, you're a short drive from the Ocoee and Nantahala Rivers, the Tail of the Dragon, the Cherohala Skyway, and the renowned John C. Campbell Folk School.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Stay 4 Nights, Get the 5th Night Free!
Offer valid for stays completed by August 31.
Not ready for the adventure to end? Enjoy your 5th night free when you book 4 consecutive nights. KOA Rewards members save even more with an additional 10% off their stay.
Offer Details:
Stay 4 consecutive nights and receive the 5th night free.
Available exclusively when booking on KOA.com.
Offer cannot be combined with any other offers except KOA Rewards.
Subject to availability. Blackout dates and other exclusions may apply.
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