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Best Campgrounds near Brevard, NC

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Pisgah National Forest surrounds Brevard, North Carolina with multiple camping options, including the highly-rated Davidson River Campground located at the forest entrance. This established campground features spacious sites along the river with electric hookups, clean bathrooms, and warm showers. Within a 30-minute drive, campers can access Lake Powhatan near Asheville, Mount Pisgah Campground along the Blue Ridge Parkway, and North Mills River Campground. Private options include Black Forest Family Camping Resort in Cedar Mountain, which offers full hookups and amenities for both tent and RV campers. The region's camping landscape ranges from primitive forest sites to developed campgrounds with varying levels of amenities and hookups.

Most campgrounds in the Brevard area operate seasonally from mid-March through October or November, with limited winter camping options. Davidson River Campground typically opens March 15 and closes November 1, while nearby Mount Pisgah operates May through October. As one camper noted, "Davidson River is located right at the entrance to the forest, close to amenities such as Walmart, gas stations, breweries, restaurants, a great BBQ place and an ice cream joint." Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months and fall color season when sites fill quickly. Bear activity is common throughout the region, requiring proper food storage. Cell service varies significantly by location, with many forest campgrounds having limited or no connectivity.

Waterfall access represents a major draw for campers in the Brevard area. Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, and numerous other cascades are minutes from Davidson River Campground. A visitor mentioned, "It's just a few minutes away from several easily accessible waterfalls such as Looking Glass falls, Moore's Cove Falls and Sliding Rock." Mountain biking trails connect many campgrounds, with DuPont State Forest offering additional riding opportunities. Campers frequently mention the soothing sounds of creeks and rivers as sleep aids. While most sites provide fire rings and picnic tables, several reviewers recommend bringing tarps or shelters due to frequent rainfall. The proximity to both wilderness and town amenities makes Brevard particularly appealing as a base camp for exploring western North Carolina.

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Best Camping Sites Near Brevard, North Carolina (505)

    1. Davidson River Campground

    83 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 785-5337

    $37 - $84 / night

    "Once again, interested in checking out as many waterfalls and cascades we could locate, the water flow will be so much more dramatic amidst heavy rainfall."

    "This place has everything...wireless, showers, bike path, tennis courts and horse stables down the road. Lots to do here on sliding rock, chasing waterfalls, hiking, and fishing."

    2. Mount Pisgah Campground

    40 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 648-2644

    $30 / night

    "We decided to escape the heat and head for one of the “cooler” campgrounds in western North Carolina for a weekend. Mt Pisgah Campground is at an elevation of roughly 5300’."

    "Pisgah National Forest on the outskirts of Asheville, NC is a must stop for all ages."

    3. Table Rock State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Sunset, SC
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 878-9813

    "The alternatives #5 and #6 were close to the entrance and therefore exposed to the road, and #49 was next to the restrooms, but similar to #60, so stayed with #60."

    "One drawback is that from the campground there is no easy access to the lake- you can either drive and park (and hope to find parking) or walk on a busy road . "

    4. Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    62 Reviews
    Enka, NC
    18 miles
    +1 (828) 552-8040

    $37 - $135 / night

    "Right next to Powhatan Lake, but most of all, a mountain biker's dream! Hikers too, but really, all trails allow for bikers-single track riding."

    "The sites are spacious and well spaced, offering more privacy than many locations. The showers and bathrooms were very clean. There are numerous hikes that are on the grounds or just outside."

    5. North Mills River

    26 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 552-8040

    $31 - $62 / night

    "I love the location for proximity to both Brevard and Asheville. The sites vary in their ability to accommodate larger rigs, so be mindful of that."

    "This campground has shade and open fields and can get crowded regularly because it is so centrally located in Pisgah national Forest."

    6. Black Forest Family Camping Resort

    17 Reviews
    Cedar Mountain, NC
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 884-2267

    "Very clean,natural, beautiful trees , and a nice location. It is run by a very nice family. We were close to amazing waterfalls and hikes in DuPont forest."

    "For a private organized campground, this really is one of the best spots in Brevard.

    Sites are all gravel. We have hammocked camped here, and this last trip, I camped in my Motorcycle trailer."

    7. Pisgah National Forest Davidson River Campground

    10 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 577-4558

    $32 - $71 / night

    "Trout fishing, tubing, and swimming, with easy access to the Blue Ridge and local attractions along Pisgah Hwy and Blue Ridge Parkway. 10 min to Brevard, 40 min to Asheville."

    "It gets 5 stars for large sites with decent enough privacy, access to hiking and mountain biking, strict rule enforcement (you definitely won’t hear generators all night here!)"

    8. Lazy J Campground

    12 Reviews
    Rosman, NC
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 966-3834

    $20 / night

    "Close to Brevard for shopping and close to hiking in Pisgah and DuPont."

    "We fished right next to our camp site and then relaxed with a camp fire listening to the sound of the River."

    9. Jones Gap State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Cedar Mountain, SC
    13 miles
    Website

    "This campground has 19 trail side sites that are all great and not far from the Middle Saluda River which runs through the middle of the park."

    "I used site 7 because an oncoming storm made me bug out of my trailside plans. Gorgeous site, a bit chilly by the river but beautiful and close enough to still use the park bathrooms!"

    10. Devils Fork State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Tamassee, SC
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 944-2639

    "We had reserved a walk-in tent sight and absoulty loved it."

    "This hidden gem is a few miles off a major highway but well worth the journey. I would consider it among my top ten 'near a lake' spots in the entire US."

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  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Gorges State Park Campground

    CAUTION: steep grades and curvy road

    This campground would’ve gotten five stars except for the road getting there was pretty exciting. The last 10 miles out of Brevard were curvy and had some grades. And the last 2 miles into the campground had I would guess a couple of 10% grades both up and down. Other than that, this campground was super nice. Has the nicest showers I have ever seen in a campground. All the sites for RVs are on concrete pads with electric, water, and sewer. This was a great staging point for our trip up to the great Smoky Mountains. The visitor center was very informative.

  • Robert N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Campfire Lodgings

    Tent camping

    Tent camping sites are walk in, down hill, obviously thar means hauling your stuff out uphill when you leave. RVers have a great view from the ridge top. But a difficult day camping is far better than any day at work.

  • Alden B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Ash Grove Mountain Cabins & Camping

    Very Nice camping near Dupont National Forest

    If you want close access to Dupont and Pisga NF you're within minutes! The owners Mark & Esther are wonderful. We call him SouthSide Mark ( hails from South Africa). Some sites are a little tight, but fine. If you have a big rig call ahead. The cabin was wonderful. The bathhouse is older but very clean. You can tell the owners love their campers and property. The site is tree covered and hilly. We will come again, guaranteed! Watch your step. Wood Spirits are Everywhere!

  • Robert B.
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    FR472 & Black Mountain Campground Closed

    FR 472 is closed at the Golf Course and there are hefty fines if you are caught walking beyond the gate.  Black Mountain Campground was destroyed by flooding caused by Hurricane Helene.  The bridge across the S. Toe River was broken and washed out.  The water system is also destroyed as well as the road network in the campground.  There have been no announcements by the Forest Service about plans to repair the facility and, after a year, my guess is that there never will be.

  • madison F.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Golden Grove Farm and Brew

    HIPPIES AND HOORAHS

    arrived around 2 - had live music at 7 so went to get drinks & dinner. had the MOST incredible time. EVERY single person - staff & locals - were the friendliest, most welcoming and inviting people we have ever met. it was such a fun night. food & drinks are also amazing. if you’re looking for a fun night out but also need a place to stay - COME HERE!!! will definitely be coming back if we’re in SC

    such a refreshing and invigorating atmosphere

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Wash Creek Dispersed Campsites #4 and #5

    Great place to stay just be aware of your surroundings

    Was a pretty nice camp site compared to a lot you just have to be aware of the people around you. Across from our campground there was another camper who seemed out of it who came up to us at 11:00pm and asked for tape for his tent. Also garbage bag and garbage on the ground at front of campsite. PEOPLE MAY NOT BE THE BEST AROUND YOU BUT THE SITES ARE GREAT!

  • Cassondra P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Rutledge Lake RV Resort

    Mixed Feelings

    This campground was decent

    Fishing pond has a lot of ducks and seaweed

    Laundry room was nice and large - easy and quick to get 3 loads done

    Waterfront site was fairly level and loved being able to walk down stairs to lake area

    Pool was clean

    Bathrooms had a gross smell to them

    During our walk there was definitely a strong chemical smell around park - it was strange

    There is a lot of airplane noise as it is close to airport

    Overall it was clean and friendly staff

  • Mandi R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Fort Wilderness RV Park

    Just passing theough

    The staff was friendly enough. The credit card machine wasn’t working, luckily I had cash. It’s more like a mobile home park not a campground. It was very quiet though.

  • Zoey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Smokey Mountain Hidden Stills RV Campground

    Wonderful location - quiet - nice amenities

    We had been camping in national forests for a new days and needed a bit of a reset and this was perfect. Very dog friendly. Extremely well maintained. Quiet. Easy hookups for power and water. Nice bathrooms. Almost a hotel in nature. Choose creekside - we loved #7 but all of the pull-ups were nice!

Guide to Brevard

Camping near Brevard, North Carolina, offers a fantastic mix of outdoor adventures and beautiful scenery. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails in the area. Campers rave about the hikes, with one reviewer from Davidson River Campground saying, "Davidson River Campground is perfectly situated for outdoor activities, plenty of hiking (Art Loeb Trail), good fishing, mountain biking and climbing available all within a stone's throw from camp."
  • Fishing: The rivers and lakes around Brevard are great for fishing. A visitor at Greenbrier Campground mentioned, "The river ran close enough to our site that we didn't feel like we needed a premium spot."
  • Swimming: Many campgrounds have access to swimming holes. One camper at Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground noted, "The campground is mostly shaded but no privacy between most sites. Bathrooms were kept clean and were in better conditions than other state parks we’ve visited."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Lake Powhatan said, "The bathrooms were some of the cleanest we've seen."
  • Friendly staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A visitor at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground shared, "The staff is very helpful, and they keep the campground clean."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One camper at Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground mentioned, "The views are amazing."

What you should know:

  • Crowded during peak season: Many campgrounds can get busy, especially in summer. A camper at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground noted, "It's a very busy campground with close together spaces but that's to be expected at that time and place."
  • Limited privacy: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A visitor at Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground said, "The campground is more small RV friendly due to narrow roads."
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially bears. A camper at Cosby Campground shared, "There is a stream that runs through the back of the site that our kids loved. One downside was that a mother bear and her three cubs showed up at dinner time."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for kids: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly amenities. A reviewer at Asheville East KOA mentioned, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit, golf car rentals, fishing and splashing in the Swannanoa River."
  • Plan for meals: Bring your own firewood and snacks. A camper at Table Rock State Park Campground said, "Make sure to bring your own firewood and there isn’t much laying around to pick up."
  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for more room. A visitor at Lake Powhatan noted, "There was enough level space for a 6 person tent, 4 person tent, and large shelter."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Some campgrounds have tight spaces for larger RVs. A reviewer at Asheville East KOA mentioned, "We could barely open our awnings without touching the RV in the space next to us."
  • Be prepared for noise: If you're near roads, expect some traffic sounds. A camper at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground said, "The water went out several times over the 5 days we spent here."
  • Plan for limited cell service: Many campgrounds have spotty reception. A visitor at Lake Powhatan noted, "We could sporadically send texts, but not get on the internet."

Camping near Brevard, North Carolina, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, you're sure to have a memorable experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best campgrounds near Brevard, NC?

Davidson River Campground is consistently rated as one of the best camping options near Brevard. Located in Pisgah National Forest, it offers electric hookups, clean facilities, and access to numerous outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and cycling. The campground is conveniently situated near popular attractions like Sliding Rock and multiple waterfalls. Another excellent option is Indian Creek Campground, known for its private, lush creekside sites, meticulously maintained grounds, and exceptionally clean bathhouse. The campground store carries essential supplies for campers who may have forgotten items.

Are there camping cabins available in Brevard, NC?

Yes, cabins are available near Brevard for campers seeking more sheltered accommodations. Lake Powhatan Campground offers cabin options in a beautiful lakeside setting with access to excellent mountain biking and hiking trails. The campground is surrounded by scenic forest and provides a great base for exploring the region. Additionally, Black Forest Family Camping Resort near Cedar Mountain (just a short drive from Brevard) provides cabin rentals along with traditional camping sites. For cabin availability, reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak seasons when accommodations fill quickly.

How much does camping cost in Brevard, NC?

Camping costs around Brevard vary by amenities and location. At Palmetto Cove RV Park, you'll find full hookup sites at reasonable rates in a scenic valley setting with mountain views. For those seeking public land options, Smokemont Campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park typically charges $25-30 per night for sites that can accommodate tents and RVs. Primitive camping is available for budget-conscious campers, with some free options in Pisgah National Forest. Generally, expect to pay $20-30 for basic sites and $30-45 for sites with electric hookups throughout the Brevard area.

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