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Several RV parks surround Enka, North Carolina, providing convenient access to Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hominy Valley RV Park in Candler operates year-round with full hookup sites and 50 amp service, accommodating larger rigs on level sites. Just east in Asheville, Bear Creek RV Park & Campground offers full hookup sites with water, electric, sewer, and cable connections, though sites are positioned relatively close together. "Sites are a mix of full concrete pads or gravel sites," notes one RV camper about the region's campgrounds. Rutledge Lake RV Resort in Fletcher features big-rig friendly sites with 50 amp service, water and sewer hookups, plus amenities like a camp store and picnic tables at each site. Wilson's Riverfront RV Park provides riverfront sites with full hookups, though highway noise can be noticeable.
Navigation to mountain RV parks often involves narrow, winding roads with elevation changes that can challenge larger motorhomes. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region - Verizon typically performs best with 3-5 bars in most RV parks, while service in more remote locations may be limited to 1-2 bars. Most RV campgrounds in the area are pet-friendly with designated dog areas. Dump stations are available at most parks, though some sites feature uphill sewer connections that can complicate drainage. During peak fall foliage season, RV sites fill quickly, making advance reservations essential. Winter camping options remain available at several year-round facilities including Scenic RV Park and Asheville's Bear Creek, which maintain full hookup service regardless of season. Propane refills are readily accessible at many parks or nearby supply stores.
"The good- The proximity to downtown is the best you can get in a campground. If you choose a Riverfront site, you are literally 5 steps from the back of your RV from the French Broad River."
"Close to town to go check things out. Not a far drive to get to many great restaurants, breweries or cideries. Right on the river. Concrete sites, not extremely level, but good enough."
"I stayed at Rutledge Lake RV Resort July 7-9, 2023. The site was pretty level and the staff was friendly. The sites are packed in fairly close together but my neighbors were all extremely quiet."
"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"
"Great location. Right across the street from Pisgah Coffee Roasters, 10 minutes to downtown shops and restaurants, and minutes from the entrance to Pisgah National Forest and hiking trails."
from $50 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Some sites are 30amp only and accommodate only 20-foot trailers or less. Other sites are longer, and some are pull-through. BATHHOUSE: 3 bathhouses are kept clean."
"Nice location close to west Asheville, pet friendly!"
"Small campground with level sites. Plenty of space and areas to walk our dog."
"Close to Asheville and other local sites. Quiet, peaceful. Sites are quite close together. No great views, but very functional."
from $50 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Great campground, fair amount of sites on creek, park like setting. Pull through sites for big rigs interior, full hookups include, cable, good wifi, good cell service."
"All are back in. 30,50 amp power, sewer and cable TV hookups. Reliable wi fi and good cell service. Spotless bath house with private shower,toilet sink."
"Great campground for RVers near downtown Franklin, NC. The campground itself is not very large but it is well maintained and provides a great option to camp with an RV."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"The spots are down in a lovely valley, ample spacing between rigs, lovely creek, gazebos, walking paths. Our kids played everyday in the creek, rode their bikes all around."
RangerGreat campground, fair amount of sites on creek, park like setting. Pull through sites for big rigs interior, full hookups include, cable, good wifi, good cell service. Great location to explore the quieter side of the smokies, Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Cherokee, Blue Ridge parkway, etc.
TravelerMany creek side spots. All are back in. 30,50 amp power, sewer and cable TV hookups.
Reliable wi fi and good cell service. Spotless bath house with private shower,toilet sink.
laundry and community dining area with themed events. Premium sites have a permanent fire ring, concrete patio and fire wood for first night.
TravelerThis campground is located 15 minutes to Brevard and Pisgah National Forest and 20 minutes to Hendersonville. DuPont State Park is nearby as well. Easy access to hiking trails and outdoor activities. Peaceful and quiet campground that is very well maintained. Camp hosts are very friendly and helpful! Check in and payment is all online. Dog friendly! Roomy sites with picnic tables and fire pits. Open year round. Stayed from November through April
ScoutOVERVIEW
No Water/Sewer Hookups on Any Site
Electric Hookup Sites Limited
WiFi/Cell Signal Limited[Booster Recommended]
Kid Friendly
Dog Friendly
Bath Facilities On-site
LOCATION
The location is incredible! We enjoyed the accessibility of hiking, biking and fishing right from the campground. ART LOEB trailhead is right outside the campground entrance and is excellent for hiking and mountain biking. Several loops and even sites provide access to the river for fishing. Just outside the campground are endless trails and several beautiful waterfalls that can be accessed within a 5-15 min car ride. Convenient to a few restaurants, grocery stores and even a Walmart (which is slightly dodgy so be warned).
SITE
014 WOAK site is an RV site. It’s spacious and very private. We loved how much room we had to spread out and entertain as we were traveling with several other camping families. Our site was the go to spot! Backing in wasn’t difficult. It was convenient that the pull through site across from us was vacant, this made backing in super easy. There are no hookups on this site. So be sure you have a generator! One bonus on the location of this site is the water access just feet away. We needed to fill up and had forgot to do so when we pulled in to the campground. What a relief to see a water access just steps from the campsite! The only downside was that generator hours are very limited. If you are traveling during warmer months or must have AC, this is not the site for you. We felt that the tree coverage really provided us protection from the heat and did very well without AC in early August.
ACTIVITIES
Slide Rock is a natural water slide that is fun for the whole family. Yes… it’s COLD and honestly worth every moment of chilly suffering.
Hiking is abundant and all levels are accessible within minutes to a few miles of the campsite. Our favorites are: Looking Glass Falls (steps going down make this a breeze), Moore Cove Falls is a MUST and an easy trail that leads to the perfect waterfall for a good photo, Looking Glass Rock is a moderate to difficult hike and worth it. Looking Glass Rock is a long hike so be prepared to go early and bring a rain jacket.
Fishing right within the campground makes it perfect for an early morning or late afternoon activity. The hatchery is nearby and offers some wonderful opportunities to catch and release. Be sure to look in to a guided tour for a hands on experience filled with lots of educational info on local fish.
Biking is a top activity for lots of overnight and day campers. The Art Loeb Trail provides endless miles that proves fun for the whole family.
Ice Cream at Dolly’s should make your list if you love a refreshing treat. This iconic little stop if right by the entrance to the Pisgah Forest and just around the corner from the campground. Also a great spot for a cell signal!
Breweries aren’t hard to find nearby. Small microbreweries are within a few minutes and Sierra Nevada Brewery is 25 minutes away.
DON’T FORGET
ScoutIndian Creek Campground in Cherokee, NC is a hidden gem. Nice hosts, clean facilities in the woods. We have a 25 ft pull behind camper and sites are big enough for slide-outs. Picknick table and campfire ring was on site. We had a 30 amp full hook-up site. Campground has tent sites, RV sites, cabins, clean bathhouse and is dog friendly.
RangerHaving lived in South Carolina most my life, I haven't seen it all.. but have seen a lot of it. Mile Creek Campground is a string of 3 islands connect by narrow straights and surrounded by water. It's hard to get a spot here without great views of Lake Keowee and the Blueridge Mountains.
The spaces a are a mix of full concrete pads or gravel sites. We've stayed in several sites and while some are very close together (that RV park feeling), there are many which have lots of breathing room, and things feel more natural. The pics in this review are for site 51, which is on the "3rd island," which is the furthest out and offers the best views. This is a very level concrete spot and we only had to use the electric tongue jack on our trailer to level front to back. Got set up in under 5 minutes.
There is one oddity to some of the concrete sites. Because it's concrete, your fire pit is off to the side. And since most of the sites are raised, your fire pit may be level with the concrete pad, but you can't sit next to it as there is too much slope.
It's a county park and is well maintained. Bath houses are clean. With it having a public day use area with a nice boat dock, you can expect almost every morning @ 6am to hear the diehard fishing folks blasting out of the boat launch area.
We have Verizon and our cell signal has always been 4 to 5 bars on the outside third island.
All sites have 30amp electric and water hookups. Dump station at the front of campground entrance up on a hill. BE AWARE, pulling into the dump station is easy, but the steeper exit will have longer RV's and Trailers dragging their bag end on the asphalt.
We've always felt safe and relaxed here. And though we prefer more dispersed camping with less neighbors, this is still one of the best and most affordable ($25 in off season) places in South Carolina to camp.
We rarely give 5-stars, but due to the awesome views, trees between the sites and being well wooded & surrounded by water... it really is a very nice place.
From what I can tell, all but two sites are back in. We had no problem backing in our 23'8" (total length) camper in.
GuideWonderful small campground w less than 50sites. Most are creekside back ins. Full hook up including cable. Smoking wifi. Level gravel sites with concrete patios. Some with yard swings. Very clean. Clean bathhouses. Cute camp store. Free library. Pool and other rec. Propane refills and wood$ delivery to site. Trash pick up. Great hosts. Campground is easy to get to and tucked into the woods.
GuideThis campground sets on a peninsula into Lake Keowee and offers gorgeous views of the lake and mountains in the distance. While possible for big rigs, it can be a challenge in some areas. The sites are mostly in the 30-35 foot range and most are back in, fairly level and offer 30/20 electric and water. Picnic tables and fire rings are on the sites, but unfortunately most of the sites do not offer a lot of usable area around the site. A few sites near the boat ramp are unparalleled in their view of the lake and mountains and reservation planning is a must if these are wanted. Being far out in the country the cell service isn't so good and according to where you are even over the air TV is spotty. A nice boat ramp and swimming beach are available, as are bath houses centrally located. The camp store was closed due to Covid when we stayed, but there are kayak and canoe rentals. The dump station was easily accessed and very clean. There are cabins, but we did not look at them. All in all, this is a very nice campground for families or couples wanting a getaway.
LegendPROS
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 large space along with vegetation between sites
Very quiet
Asphalt parking pad surrounded with bean size gravel
Concrete picnic table
Metal fire pit with cooking grate
2 hook lantern pole
Electric at water connection for heated water hose connection
Recycle bins in campground loop
Trash dumpsters immediately out of campground loop
Firewood for sale but gate attendant told us to buy at Ingles (grocery store) where it is $3 bundle cheaper and we did!
Next to North Carolina Arboretum
Close to Asheville Outlet Mall and Camping World
CONS
3 bear sitings a day prior to our arrival in campground, according to gate attendant
No overnight gate closure even tho RULES proved at check-in stated gates closed at 10pm, but no open hours in RULES
Lakeview site 38 not level
Up hill sewer connection at Lakeview site 38
Fire ring not cleared of ash upon our arrival
Non-moveable concrete picnic table and beyond camper awning
2 toilets and 2 showers for entire Lakeview Loop (21 campsites). There were lines!
Low hanging tree branches over roadways and roadside tree branches over roadways so it was a maneuvering obstacle challenge to not scrape camper roof and sides Campground roads narrow with tight curves along with roadway asphalt dropped off to steep shoulders; could be challenging to novice rig drivers (as we witnessed that more than once)
Two-and- a-half-mile drive on a twisty hilly road through residential neighborhood to get to the campground
No WiFi
1 bar Verizon
Enka, North Carolina sits at approximately 2,100 feet elevation in the western part of Buncombe County. This small community experiences four distinct seasons with mild springs, warm summers, colorful falls, and cool winters. The French Broad River watershed provides abundant water resources for local camping areas, while the undulating topography creates varied camping environments from riverside sites to elevated mountain locations.
Fishing opportunities: Rutledge Lake RV Resort offers a stocked fishing pond popular with campers. "Nice gravel level sites. Greg was very helpful at leading us back and gave us great information about the area," reports Donna H. The fishing pond provides recreation for all skill levels, though one visitor notes it "has a lot of ducks and seaweed."
Creek exploration: Several campgrounds feature creek access where kids can splash and play. At Creekwood Farm RV Park, "There is also a creek running through the back of the property and there are many sites along the creek," according to Joe B. The shallow water is perfect for wading during summer months.
Local trails: The French Broad River Greenway connects multiple camping areas with paved pathways ideal for walking or biking. "The Greenway bike Trail runs right through it. I just didn't do enough research to understand that the camping area was basically just a grassy field with sites casually delineated by fire pits and tables," notes Tucker B. about Wilson's Riverfront RV Park.
Private waterfront sites: Many campers appreciate direct water access from their sites. "Waterfront site was fairly level and loved being able to walk down stairs to lake area," writes Cassondra P. about her experience at Rutledge Lake RV Resort, highlighting the convenience of lakefront camping.
Clean facilities: Pride RV Resort receives consistent praise for its well-maintained grounds. "The bath house is modern with tile floors, and the showers are more spacious than some I have seen," notes Myron C. Another camper adds that "the laundry area is clean. Park is clean. Staff is friendly."
Mountain proximity: The location provides convenient access to Blue Ridge Parkway and mountain attractions. According to a camper at Hominy Valley RV Park, "Blue Ridge Parkway is just 15 mins away, West Asheville about 20 mins away for food, breweries, etc." This central position makes it ideal for day trips throughout western North Carolina.
Site spacing varies: Campground density differs significantly between properties. "The sites are a little close, but it is an awesome park with great people; campers and staff," mentions Joe B. about Creekwood Farm RV Park. For those seeking more space, some parks offer premium options.
Seasonal considerations: Fall foliage season brings higher occupancy and requires advance planning. Winter camping remains available at several RV parks near Enka, North Carolina, but some facilities close seasonally. At Red Gates RV Park, the season runs "Apr 1 - Nov 1," requiring winter travelers to seek year-round alternatives.
Environmental factors: Local wildlife and natural elements can impact your experience. "The campground is well maintained and the staff are great however I can do without the geese recking havoc at all hours of the night. Those darn birds wouldn't be quite," shares David V. about his stay at Rutledge Lake.
Playground access: When camping with children, consider parks with dedicated play areas. Pride RV Resort offers "a swimming pool, a rec room, a mini golf course, basketball court, a covered shuffleboard court, a playground, and much more," according to Myron C., providing multiple entertainment options for different ages.
Creek-side camping: Kids particularly enjoy water features at Bear Creek RV Park. While sites may be "close together," as Alicia C. notes, the natural water features provide entertainment for children. The park's proximity to Asheville makes it convenient for families seeking both outdoor time and urban amenities.
Dog-friendly options: For families traveling with pets, seek campgrounds with designated pet areas. "Nice dog area," mentions Angelia C. about Pride RV Resort, which accommodates four-legged family members with dedicated spaces for exercise and relief.
Site leveling: RV parks around Enka often require some leveling due to mountain terrain. "Sites are quite close together. No great views, but very functional," reports Roberta P. about Red Gates RV Park, noting that while compact, the sites work well for RVs with proper setup.
Location convenience: Many RV parks near Enka position campers strategically for regional exploration. "Good location to explore the quieter side of the smokies, Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Cherokee, Blue Ridge parkway, etc," shares Beverly T. about Creekwood Farm, highlighting the practical advantages of centrally located RV parks.
Arrival timing: Office hours vary significantly between RV parks. "The front desk does close at 4 from what I have found though," notes Mike F. about Rutledge Lake RV Resort. Another camper adds, "When office closes you can not take boats, or kayaks out. So when you spend day out site seeing and return office is closed."
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