Tow String Road provides access to a National Park Service horse camp located 4 miles north of Cherokee, NC off U. S. 441, featuring 3 campsites with portable toilets and central hitch racks for horses.

The camp operates seasonally (May 19-October 26, 2025) and offers access to backcountry trails; reservations are required and can be made online or by calling (877) 444-6777.

While primarily designed for equestrian use, the location provides road access near the Oconaluftee River in a scenic mountain cove setting.