RV camping near Black Mountain, North Carolina offers access to diverse terrain and elevations ranging from 2,000 to over 5,000 feet. The region experiences distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 80°F during the day, dropping to 60°F at night. Most campgrounds in the area provide level sites with gravel pads, though mountain roads can present challenges for larger rigs.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Buck Creek offers clear mountain stream access with multiple swimming holes. "There were two swimming holes along the creek, which were a ton of fun. I swam in both. The water is very clear and refreshing," notes a Buck Creek visitor.
RC flying: Some campgrounds have open field areas designed for RC airplane enthusiasts. "The central field area is mowed and set up as an RC flying field. A few campers flew their model airplanes. It was fun to watch," according to a Buck Creek camper.
Mountain roads: The area offers excellent motorcycle and driving routes. "The campground is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway (about 10 miles). I rode my motorcycle up Route 80 to the Blue Ridge. Route 80 is a great winding road," shares a visitor to Buck Creek.
Nearby attractions: Chimney Rock and Lake Lure are accessible from many campgrounds. A visitor at Hitching Post Campground notes, "Location, it's 1.2 miles from Ingels grocery, and its a wonderful store, lots of ready to go food, also Lake Lure at 2 miles with Lake house bar and grill."
What campers like
Stream sounds: Creekside sites provide natural white noise for peaceful sleep. A Mountain Stream RV Park visitor shares, "The sound of the stream was so peaceful and relaxing. My husband did yoga every morning while I hung in my hammock and watched."
Spacious pull-through sites: Several campgrounds offer ample space for larger rigs. "Every site is a pull through with ample space, full hookups, and good Wi-Fi," comments a visitor to Three Peaks RV Resort.
Community events: Some parks organize weekly social gatherings. "Each Saturday evening, Kevin serves up his special home cooked bar-b-que under the shelter at no additional cost, and many campers bring sides to share. It's like having a back yard picnic with friends and family," reports a Mountain Stream RV Park camper.
Dog-friendly areas: Dedicated pet spaces add convenience for dog owners. "They even have an off lead dog area with water available and poop bags," notes a visitor to Red Gates RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Many mountain campgrounds close during winter months. "We have a great stay, the bathrooms are very nice, second only to Disney. The hosts were unbelievably helpful with our last minute after hours reservation," shares a visitor at Mountain Stream RV Park, which operates from April through November.
Site spacing: Many parks have relatively close site layouts. "The sites are close together, but very level, clean, and with a nice picnic table. Many of the sites now have their own wooden decks overlooking the stream, which is a nice addition," comments a Mountain Stream RV Park visitor.
Airport noise: Some campgrounds experience air traffic. A Rutledge Lake RV Resort visitor mentions, "There is a lot of airplane noise as it is close to airport. Overall it was clean and friendly staff."
Bathroom conditions: Facilities vary widely between campgrounds. "The bathhouse was clean and there's a nice picnic shelter. The camp store has basic necessities (even local, fresh eggs)," notes a Mountain Stream visitor, while another campground review states, "Bathrooms had a gross smell to them."
Tips for camping with families
Look for playground amenities: Some campgrounds offer kid-friendly equipment. "A small campground with an updated basic playground set for the kids. Nice lawn courtyard for games," mentions a Mountain Stream RV Park visitor.
Fishing access: Youth-friendly fishing options exist in stocked ponds. "Fishing pond has a lot of ducks and seaweed," notes a visitor to Rutledge Lake RV Resort.
Swimming options: Several parks offer water recreation areas. A Rutledge Lake camper reports, "Waterfront site was fairly level and loved being able to walk down stairs to lake area. Pool was clean."
Grocery proximity: Convenient food shopping helps with family meals. "Location, it's 1.2 miles from Ingels grocery, and it's a wonderful store, lots of ready to go food," shares a Hitching Post Campground visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: Research specific site characteristics before booking. At Wilson's Riverfront RV Park, "It's a very central to downtown Asheville and provided you're river front it's a nice campground. Unfortunately all of the sites that aren't river front back up directly to the interstate — a little noisy to say the least."
Level pads: Check site grading before arrival. "Buck Creek has easy access and nice campsites. The property is well kept," shares one visitor.
Maneuverability challenges: Some parks require careful navigation. "The entrance is key card only, the park staff are welcoming & helpful," notes a visitor to Rutledge Lake RV Resort, while another Wilson's Riverfront RV camper adds, "When you come off the interstate you have to make a extremely hard right to get into park, not possible with a big rig...had to go up to the office/shop and turn around."
Wi-Fi reliability: Signal strength varies widely between parks and sites. One reviewer notes, "The WiFi at site 19 was considerably worse, but the sky was clear, and I could fully use my Starlink service."
