Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Basin Cove — Blue Ridge Parkway
About
National Park Service
Blue Ridge Parkway
Reservation Info
A signed backcountry camping permit is required for all overnight use of the primitive camping areas on the Blue Ridge Parkway. By signing a permit, the signer agrees to abide by all park rules and regulations and is responsible for all members of the camping party.
Backcountry camping permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis and are available at applicable campgrounds from May 1 to October 31. From November 1 through April 30, permits are available at the corresponding District Office. Site inventory is limited, so advance reservations are encouraged. See chart below.
Permits are issued under the following conditions:
no more than 6 people per campsite groups larger than 18 people are prohibited permits cannot be issued for more than 3 consecutive nights the approximate dates and location of entry and exit, number of overnight campers, and identification of any vehicles parked overnight are required for permit issuance
Location
Basin Cove — Blue Ridge Parkway is located in North Carolina
Coordinates
36.38983680533353 N
81.1622026989046 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Pets
- Fires