Established Camping
Pisgah National Forest Cove Creek Group Campground
Pisgah National Forest Cove Creek Group Campground is situated in a forested area with rolling hills and dense tree cover. Temperatures in the region typically range from highs in the 80s Fahrenheit during summer to lows in the 20s during winter. Nearby attractions include the Pisgah National Forest trails and Looking Glass Falls, offering opportunities for hiking and sightseeing.
Description
Overview
Cove Creek Upper Group Camp is one of two group campsites nestled along Cove Creek in the lush forests of the Appalachian Mountains. The facility can accommodate large groups of up to 60 people and offers year-round opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, fishing and picnicking in one of the most scenic areas in the state.
Recreation
Campers can easily relax with a book or deck of cards in the shaded camping area, or seek out activities close by. The area is a hub for numerous hiking, backpacking and mountain biking trails, some of which can be accessed from the campground. Hikers can follow a trail along the creek that leads to a scenic waterfall. Great trout fishing is also available in the creek and river. For visitors wishing to learn more about the area, interpretive programs may be available upon request.
Facilities
The Upper Group Camp site can accommodate up to 60 people at a time. The facility is shaded with plenty of room for tents and RVs. It is equipped with picnic tables, vault toilets, grills, campfire rings and drinking water.
Natural Features
The campground lies in Pisgah National Forest. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods. The group camping area is adjacent to both Cove Creek and the beautiful Davidson River. Visitors should note that two creek crossings are required on the road leading to the upper group camp. Heavy rains may temporarily make crossing impossible; a four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicle is highly recommended and all crossings are attempted at users own risk.
Nearby Attractions
The city of Asheville, North Carolina, is about an hour away and offers numerous cultural attractions, art galleries, shops and restaurants.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (828) 885-7557.
Location
Pisgah National Forest Cove Creek Group Campground is located in North Carolina
Directions
From the Asheville airport, take Highway 280 west to the U.S. Highway 64/280/276 intersection at Pisgah National Forest. Turn north onto U.S. Highway 276. Go 4.5 miles to Forest Road 475A and turn left. Travel on 475A for 3 miles to the campground on the right.
Address
1 DAVIDSON RIVER CIRCLE
Pisgah forest, NC 28768
Coordinates
35.2997222 N
82.8163889 W
Detours Nearby
Mt Pisgah Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
13 min away
Bent River Equestrian
35 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 34 min from Asheville
- 2 hrs 7 min from Greenville
- 2 hrs 14 min from Spartanburg
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
