Carolina Hemlocks Rec. Area

Be lulled to sleep by the beautiful South Toe River at night while you fish, tube, swim and explore during the day!

Location

8516 Highway 80 South

Burnsville, NC 28714

Office Phone

(828) 675-5509

Reservations CANNOT be made by calling the office. Use the reserve link or phone number below.

Reservations

Need help with reservations? Try this step-by-step guide.

Campground and Day-Use Updates:

Carolina Hemlocks is CLOSED FOR THE 2022 CAMPING AND DAY-USE SEASON due to a systemic water system failure. FIND will serve as the liaison between the public and the US Forest Service as they work to resolve this issue. We all anticipate re-opening the site in April of 2023.

We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to getting this important and beloved recreation area open for the 2023 season.

The campground has sites available for both tents and RV’s, some sites with river views. Located in the Appalachian District of the Pisgah National Forest, Carolina Hemlocks is just a short drive from Mount Mitchell State Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Looking for a taste of the unique? Asheville is only one hour away. Escape the hustle and bustle – Charlotte and Atlanta are only a few hours away. Be sure to check out our other camping options at Black Mountain and Briar Bottom Campgrounds, just down the road. Camping in NC is the best way to spend a vacation, getaway or special occasion!

While getting “out there” and getting your hands dirty, make sure to do your part to recreate responsibly. Take a minute to visit our FIND forest friends and learn how!

Site Info.

Rates:
Standard/Interagency & Senior

Day Use Per car: $5 / $2.50
Day Use Season: $25 / $12.50
Pavilion Rental: $70 / $70
(Full Day)
Standard Campsite: $28 / $14.00
Showers: $5 / $5
Cash, and checks accepted at this facility
Federal Interagency Senior/Access discounts only apply to single standard site rate. Does not apply to any other items or services. Cardholder must be present on site to use discount.

Campground Map and Rules

Check out our other campgrounds and recreation areas!

Large Pavilion
The large pavilion is right on the river and is perfect for groups of 30 people.

Full Day–$60
Half Day–$30

FIND Adventure - On Site

31 campsites
Modern bath houses with hot showers
Day use area for swimming and picnicking
Sites with river access
Check for Blue Ridge Parkway road closures in the area: Real-Time Road Closures

Directions

From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9, onto 19 east toward Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Follow 80 south approximately 8 miles to the Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area. GPS: 35.80444, -82.20444

FIND Adventure - Off Site

Blue Ridge Parkway
Weekend programs in the campground Memorial Day – Labor Day
Mount Mitchell State Park
Tubing on the South Toe River
Enjoy a show at the Parkway Playhouse
Artsy Asheville is only 1 hour away
Plan a fun day at the Cradle of Forestry Heritage Site
Hiking trails

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