Best Campgrounds near Cedar Mountain, NC

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Best Camping Sites Near Cedar Mountain, North Carolina (431)

    1. Davidson River Campground

    83 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    11 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."

    "We had a quick nights stay in Davidson River Campground after picking up our new SylvanSport GO tent trailer in nearby Brevard, North Carolina."

    2. Table Rock State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Sunset, SC
    9 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 . "

    3. Black Forest Family Camping Resort

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

    "The cabins have electricity, but the water pump is outside and the bathrooms and showers are communal (but clean). There is a full size bed and two bunk beds in each one."

    "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."

    4. Jones Gap State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Cedar Mountain, SC
    4 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!"

    5. Mount Pisgah Campground

    40 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    19 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."

    6. Devils Fork State Park Campground

    51 Reviews
    Tamassee, SC
    22 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."

    7. Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

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

    $37 - $135 / night

    "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."

    "PROS 

    Discounted camp fee with senior pass 

    Reserved 169 days prior to arriving 

    Friendly and helpful gate attendant 

    Nearly 100% shade at each site 

    Excellent dark sky viewing 

    Private sites with"

    8. Lazy J Campground

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

    $20 / night

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

    "We were looking for a place that was wooded and near a river or stream and lucked up at Lazy J. The staff answered our call right away and were both friendly and informative."

    9. North Mills River

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

    $31 - $62 / night

    "Small campground, but there are free off road sites not too far down the road. Cell service disappears but I love that kind of disconnect."

    "State stocked river is close by for trout fishing, and the bathrooms are always clean being for what they are."

    10. Pisgah National Forest Davidson River Campground

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

    $32 - $71 / night

    "**

    The location is incredible!"

    "A little close to neighbors but not too bad. Some sites in Riverbend offer more privacy. Can’t beat location, mountain bike trails easily rideable from campground."

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Recent Reviews near Cedar Mountain, NC

2021 Reviews of 431 Cedar Mountain Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 22, 2025

    Springfield - Hartwell Lake

    Gorgeous view

    I believe every site is lake front. The view of the lake is amazing and perfect. Some sites have little beaches for access to the water. Others have rocks if you want to make your way down those. Mine had rocks covered with wire thats been cut or broken so wasn’t taking my chances there. This place is huge! There is no sewer at sites but water and electric up to 50amp

  • Angie A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 13, 2025

    Mt Pisgah Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    Beautiful place on top of the mountain

    We stayed here one night on our way through the mountains. Nice camping spaces. They’re close together but well separated by the beautiful Magnolia bushes and other foliage throughout the park. Bathrooms were fairly clean and there are showers available. There are bear boxes at each site. Even saw a black bear. But it didn’t bother us.

  • Overland O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 11, 2025

    Harmon Den Horse Campground

    Almost a dispersed campground

    This place is nice. It is in the middle of nowhere. Since there were reported construction delays on I 40, I took the alternative route offered by google maps. Do not go that way. The roads were very bad and when I was 1 mile from making one of my last two turns, the road was closed. I went around the signs and came to an area of the road washed out by the hurricaine. They was a crew working on the road. I asked if I could get through to make my turn a mile ahead and a very nice fellow said I could, but at my own risk. I had barely enogh room to drive my van past the washed out area that was about 500 feet above a river with a sheer drop. The gate to this camp is locked but they email you the combination with your booking confirmation. The lock is a little hard to open. You have to pull and push on it once you have the right numbers dialed in. There is a horse camp here to the right at an intersection, the regular campground is to the left. Very nice picnic tables in the sites . I believe there is a trash dump here someplace, but have not looked for it yet. You need to be self contained to camp out here. The nice thing is , the camp is at 3144 feet in elevation according to my altimiter app so it is nice and cool. If not for the picnic table and trash dump, this would be about the same as a dispersed camping area. Price was good, $7.50/night with lifetime pass. A very remote campground but it is very, very quiet, at least it was last night which was a Thursday.


Guide to Cedar Mountain

Camping near Cedar Mountain, North Carolina, offers a fantastic mix of outdoor adventures and serene nature experiences. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the beautiful trails around the area. Many campers rave about the hiking opportunities, especially near Davidson River Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Hiked the North Slope nearly 4 miles; wore out the dogs perfectly!"
  • Fishing: The clear waters are great for fishing. A reviewer at Devils Fork State Park Campground noted, "Crystal clear water allowed us to look at the schools of fish swimming with us."
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the lake. Campers at Lake Powhatan appreciate the "nice hike around the lake and the fun little lake beach."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms. A visitor at Lake Powhatan said, "The bathrooms were some of the cleanest we've seen."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers often mention the peaceful environment. One reviewer at Mount Pisgah Campground shared, "The campground is VERY quiet and many of the spaces were rather private."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A camper at Oconee State Park Campground noted, "The staff is so kind, and the garbage pick up twice a day is great!"

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like North Mills River, do not have bathrooms. A visitor mentioned, "There are no bathrooms which puts a small damper on a family visit."
  • Crowded Sites: Campers at Paris Mountain State Park Campground noted that "the sites are on top of each other," which can affect privacy.
  • Bear Country: Be cautious of wildlife, especially bears. A camper at Mount Pisgah Campground mentioned, "I did have a bear walk through my camp my last night there."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly activities. One reviewer at Asheville East KOA said, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit, and fishing."
  • Plan for Clean Restrooms: Choose campgrounds known for their clean facilities. A visitor at Devils Fork State Park Campground appreciated the "bathrooms were mostly clean, or at least cleaned often."
  • Bring Entertainment: Since some campgrounds can be remote, pack games or activities for downtime. A camper at Oconee State Park Campground mentioned, "There’s a playground near the ranger office."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to verify site sizes before booking. A reviewer at Asheville East KOA warned, "Section A was extremely tight for navigating, parking, and camping."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds, like Asheville East KOA, are near train tracks, so expect some noise. A camper noted, "Trains come through near the park at all hours of the day and night."
  • Plan for Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A visitor at Lake Powhatan mentioned, "We had very little cell service (Verizon)."

Camping near Cedar Mountain, North Carolina, offers a variety of experiences, from hiking and fishing to enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Whether you're with family or in an RV, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Cedar Mountain, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Cedar Mountain, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 431 campgrounds and RV parks near Cedar Mountain, NC and 36 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Cedar Mountain, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cedar Mountain, NC is Davidson River Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 83 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cedar Mountain, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 36 free dispersed camping spots near Cedar Mountain, NC.

What parks are near Cedar Mountain, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 23 parks near Cedar Mountain, NC that allow camping, notably National Forests in North Carolina and Hartwell Lake.