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Green Mountain, North Carolina serves as a gateway to numerous mixed-use campgrounds within the Pisgah National Forest and Blue Ridge Parkway corridor. The surrounding mountains contain a variety of developed campgrounds suitable for tent and RV camping, including Spacious Skies Bear Den and Mount Mitchell State Park Campground. Campers seeking rustic experiences can find primitive sites at Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area, while those preferring more amenities have access to full-hookup RV sites at campgrounds like Black Mountain. Several locations also offer cabin rentals and glamping accommodations, particularly along the North Toe River, which runs through the region.
Seasonal operation varies significantly among campgrounds in the Green Mountain area, with most open from April through October, though select sites maintain year-round availability. "The temperature is cooler than in Erwin," notes one visitor about Rock Creek Recreation Area, highlighting the climate advantages of the higher elevations. Roads throughout the region range from well-maintained highways to narrow forest service roads with tight turns. While many developed campgrounds offer electrical hookups and water access, amenities vary considerably between locations. Cell service remains limited in valleys and remote areas, particularly within the national forest boundaries. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months and fall color season when the Blue Ridge Parkway experiences high visitation.
Waterfront campsites consistently rank among the most popular options, especially along the North Toe River. According to a visitor who stayed at Toe River Campground, "Best campsite in the place for a small RV or tent is site 56! It's short and wide but lots of River front access and two trees to hang a hammock from!" Many campgrounds in the area feature hiking trail access, with notable routes including the path to Rock Creek Falls. Proximity to the Appalachian Trail represents another major draw for outdoors enthusiasts. Tent campers will find shaded sites throughout the region, though some locations have limited tree coverage for larger RVs seeking satellite reception. Most developed campgrounds maintain clean bathhouses with showers, though facilities at more primitive sites may be basic or seasonal.
Best Campgrounds near Green Mountain (390)
1. Roan Mountain State Park Campground
"Fire pits you had to walk up to but were away from tents, which I liked. Bathhouse was clean, well lit, pretty warm showers. Campground was very clean and has a lot of amenities."
"Great tent pads with running water located right next to every pad. Plenty of hiking and biking to do. Pool and playground for the kids to enjoy, a great place for easy camping."
2. Spacious Skies Bear Den
"Spacious Skies Bear Den in North Carolina offers an ideal blend of relaxation and adventure for families."
"Bear den was a perfect location for the Blue ridge parkway. We stayed at a two cabin lot that had a hot tub. Bear den has everything from RV camp sites to a game room."
from $24 - $999 / night
Check Availability3. Black Mountain Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY
"They'll deliver firewood ($5) to your site by golf cart, they even will collect your site fees as they drive around."
"This is a wonderful spot to be to explore the surrounding areas:
- The famous Mount Mitchell trail, starts a short walking distance from the campground."
from $28 - $56 / night
Check Availability4. Mount Mitchell State Park Campground
"The campground is open from May 1 to Oct 31...but if you walk-in to the sites, as in via the trails, you can rent a site amost all year. Tent sites are small, but nice."
"There are plenty of tent camping sites along the Mountain to Sea trail and throughout the park. I camped by Commissary Ridge next to a small Creek and an excellent view of sunrise."
from $27 / night
Check Availability5. Linville Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
"Another lovely campground along the BRP, close to Linville Falls and gorge, picnic area and visitor center."
"There are cabins, RV spots and tent sites all with access to newly renovated restrooms and coin operated laundry."
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability6. Rock Creek Recreation Area
"There isn’t too much of any one activity in/near the campground but lots more in the greater area. Cons: just plan to drive to another area if you’re staying for a few days (not really a con though)."
"Convenient location in the Cherokee National Forest that is close to the Appalachian Trail and the Nolichucky River. Campground is popular with families and busy on weekends."
from $20 - $50 / night
Check Availability7. Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
"We stayed for two nights, a little away from the main camp area but was kinda glad for it. Had a great spot tucked into the woods near the water. Great path to skip rocks and just enjoy."
"It is tucked in next to the South Toe River with an excellent swimming hole, rapids for tubing, great trout fishing, and a good launching off point for hikes into the Black Mountains and Mt Mitchell."
from $28 - $70 / night
Check Availability8. Nolichucky Gorge Campground
"Nolichucky Gorge is right next to USA Raft, same road, same entrance to the left. Veteran owned and well maintained. The staff is friendly and professional. River view sites, other sites and cabins."
"This is a great spot located right next to USA Raft. There are a handful of tent only riverside camping spots with RV sites set back from the river."
9. Crabtree Falls Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway
"On the Blue Ridge Parkway, nestled in the trees and mountains of North Carolina, this campground is an older style NPS campground, but has been well maintained."
"This review (just as future reviews to this page should be) is about the Crab Tree Falls Campground that is in North Carolina along the Blue Ridge Parkway and is managed by the National Park Service."
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability10. Mountain River Family Campground
"Love this family owned campground tucked away by the Toe River near Spruce Pine NC and the BRP. Linville Falls. Eat at Famous Louise’s."
"This is the kind of campground we would feel good about our kids biking around in the evening as they chase fire flies and meet new friends! "
Drive Time
- 51 min from Asheville, NC
- 1 hr 7 min from Johnson City, TN
- 1 hr 23 min from Kingsport, TN
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Recent Reviews near Green Mountain, NC
1685 Reviews of 390 Green Mountain Campgrounds
Bonnie H.ScoutDoe River Landing
Kylie T & Andrew W. Review not accurate
My husband and I arrived at Doe River Landing for 3 nights and enjoyed everything the resort offered. While there we read the 2 reviews posted by Kylie T, and by Andrew W, who gave the resort a 1 star rating. Not knowing the facts that caused the rating by them, and occurred prior to us, we approach the owner and asked.
The owner showed us videos from their security cameras. These adults has stated in Kylie T review and confirm by Andrew W review that they were a group of 20 adults and "every single one of us is over 21 and family". So why are these adults playing "hide and seek" under the pavilion as they stated? Andrew W stated, "It was not blocked off", yet they had to crawl on the ground and around bushes to get under the pavilion. When the owner yelled at them approximately 10 adults that were under the pavilion crawled out which was captured on the security cameras. Andrew W stated in his review the owner called them hooligans, which is rowdy, destructive persons and from the security cameras, that description is correct. There was no mention of damages in their reviews such as the Adirondack chair they broke or possible damage to the water pipes and electric wires under the pavilion, which the owner was currently checking.
Once we read these two reviews by Kylie T and Andrew W and saw the owners security videos, we felt future customers deserved to know another opinion based on our findings.
These entitled adults justified their review of a 1 star by stating they paid money to use the campground.
I would ask these adults "why do you think it is OK to treat someone else's property in this destructive way?"
- SSherri B.
GuideSpacious Skies Bear Den
Seems to be a well established campground in an off the beaten path location. Roads alternately paved and gravel. The campsite is gravel in a wooded setting. Fair amount of space between sites. The bathhouse is clean but dated.
Kyle T.ScoutDoe River Landing
Unprofessional hosts that ruins a place with good potential
We brought our whole family out and rented almost every cabin on the property, plus the event center, for the weekend— we gave this place a lot of business. And honestly, the stay itself was great— nice place, no complaints about the cabins. The owner is the problem. He came flying in in his blue F-150 doing 20–30 mph where the posted speed limit is 5, and started screaming at us over something that could've been handled with a simple conversation. His exact words:"Where are your parents? This is a family establishment. I will not have hooligans running around here." Every single one of us is over 21 and family. All we were doing was playing hide and seek— which isn't against any of the property's rules— and there were no other guests to disturb, since we had the entire area rented. He still threatened to call the police, even though it wasn't even quiet hours. Before anyone could get a word in, he peeled out so fast the gravel sprayed up at us and our cars. Then on his way out he drove the wrong way down the property's one-way road, so apparently the rules only apply to guests. It's sad, because the property itself is great, and we were never anything but nice to the owners the whole weekend. To be treated in such an unprofessional manner— screamed at, threatened, and never given so much as an apology afterward— put a real dent in the weekend. We won't be back
- AAndrew W.Scout
Doe River Landing
Beautiful place ruined by unprofessional ownership
Our group of about 20 rented nearly every cabin at Doe River Landing for my friend's wedding weekend, with the reception held on site. The cabins were nice and well-equipped, and the only other guests were in a cabin half a mile away through the woods. Unfortunately, the hosts ruined the stay. One night, some of us were playing hide and seek in an area that wasn't blocked off or against any rule. The host's husband came speeding in at roughly 30 mph(the posted limit is 5), jumped out of his truck screaming that he"will not have child hooligans running around the campground," told us to"go back to the motel we crawled out of," and demanded to see our parents— despite all of us being adults in our twenties. He then peeled out so aggressively he sprayed gravel at us and our cars. It wasn't even quiet hours, and we weren't disturbing anyone. Afterward, the host called us again, passive-aggressive, and questioned our ages— even though you have to be 21 just to rent a cabin there. The property is lovely, but the hosts' behavior put a real damper on what should have been a joyful wedding celebration. It's a shame they treat people paying good money this way. We won't be back.
K W.ScoutWash Creek Dispersed Pull-Off
Pull off along well used access road
Great spot to pull in last minute. There are multiple spots along this stretch of road. Would not recommend if you want to post up somewhere private, decent amount of traffic pulling through for a mountain road.
- April V.Guide
Lakeview RV Resort
Nice little campground
Clean nice little campground for the weekend.
Lisa & Patrick R.
TravelerBuck Creek
Buck Creek Campground review
Nice spot right on the river..Camp store & staff seem friendly & helpful-especially Sonny & Joshua.
- AAmy A.Traveler
Campfire Lodgings
The view!
The view is worth it and is as advertised! We were in the first spot as you enter the park. We were concerned with noise, but it was not even an issue.
Our spot was right on the ridge and was stunning. I don’t think I closed the blinds on that side of the trailer.
Loss of star because of the road in/out. It’s one lane gravel and windy. It’s ok as long as you don’t meet anyone on the road. Dryer took 2 cycles to dry 2 towels and a few tshirts.
Guide to Green Mountain
Camping spots near Green Mountain, North Carolina sit at elevations ranging from 2,500 to 4,000 feet, creating cooler temperatures that average 5-10 degrees below surrounding lowlands. During summer months, overnight lows typically drop into the 50s even when daytime temperatures reach the 80s. Most campgrounds in this area have limited or no cell reception, particularly in the valleys where signal is blocked by the surrounding mountains.
What to do
Trail hiking at Crabtree Falls: A 2.5-mile loop trail leads to a spectacular waterfall within Crabtree Falls Campground. "I recommend you hike in a clockwise direction, starting from the B loop and ending in the A loop. This leaves the bulk of the strenuous climbing for the end, rather than descending sharply at the beginning," advises Lee D.
Fly fishing opportunities: The South Toe River provides excellent trout fishing at Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area. As one visitor notes, "This campground is tucked in next to the South Toe River with an excellent swimming hole, rapids for tubing, great trout fishing, and a good launching off point for hikes into the Black Mountains."
Tubing and swimming: Many campgrounds offer water access and equipment rentals. At Nolichucky Gorge Campground, "The campground provides tubes for floating down the river and also there is a rafting center right down the road!" according to Jaren E. The water creates natural swimming areas perfect for cooling off during summer months.
What campers like
Proximity to the Appalachian Trail: Rock Creek Recreation Area offers convenient access for day hikes on the AT. "Convenient location in the Cherokee National Forest that is close to the Appalachian Trail and the Nolichucky River. Campground is popular with families and busy on weekends," notes Ashley B.
Natural swimming holes: Many visitors appreciate the on-site water features. At Carolina Hemlocks, "There is a swimming hole and a fishing hole, both well-maintained. Campground hosts were very nice. Lots of trees for some cool coverage from the sun," according to a reviewer who appreciated the combination of shade and water access.
Clean facilities: Spacious Skies Bear Den receives high marks for maintenance. "Campground has all the amenities you could want. It has a small lake on property to fish or swim. Has a pretty good market for the things you might have forgot. They have firewood and ice to purchase," says Chris Y., highlighting the convenience of on-site supplies.
What you should know
Weather variability: Mount Mitchell State Park experiences extreme conditions due to its elevation. "Wind gusts easily get into the double digits, and if you aren't prepared for that, it can be alarming, especially while tent camping," warns Erin D. Pack extra layers even in summer as temperatures drop significantly at night.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly, especially on weekends. "This is a very small campground (only 9 sites) so be sure you plan accordingly. There are other backcountry camping options if the campground is full and you have the appropriate equipment to stay in a more remote location," explains Sarah C. about Mount Mitchell.
Limited amenities at some sites: Mount Mitchell State Park Campground has basic facilities. "This is a primitive campground. So if your family needs some 'downtime' to disconnect and unwind, find your way to Mt. Mitchell Campground. Explore cooking over a campfire and hiking the trails in the refreshing 60 degree weather. No electricity, no wi-fi, just pure quality time," reports Erin D.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with playgrounds: Spacious Skies Bear Den offers family-friendly activities. "The campground is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains...so beautiful! Quiet campground with hiking trails, small fishing lake, playgrounds, an arcade room, and camp store," notes Emily B., highlighting amenities that keep children entertained.
Consider riverside sites for natural entertainment: Roan Mountain State Park Campground features water access that children love. "Doe River runs through so fly fishing is available. Husband did catch a rainbow trout near group tent sites. Several small brookies near the history center," reports Tracy D.
Prepare for limited connectivity: Cell service is spotty throughout the region. "No cell service, but there is (slow) wifi throughout the campground. There is a Verizon hotspot to make calls, but I couldn't connect with US Cellular," says Mary D. about Roan Mountain State Park, suggesting families should plan offline activities.
Tips from RVers
Check site lengths carefully: Many campgrounds have tight turns and limited space. "The road in is a little narrow, but well maintained and easily navigable. Sites are heavily wooded, fairly well spaced, and most sites have a level area, but you have to back all the way in to get level on some," advises Ray & Terri F. about Rock Creek Recreation Area.
Water access considerations: Some campgrounds have limited hookups. "In B Loop, you can't hook a hose to it to fill your tank, as the spigot is not threaded. C Loop had at least some threaded spigots," notes a reviewer about Rock Creek Recreation Area, highlighting the importance of bringing extra hose length or water containers.
Satellite reception challenges: Dense forest coverage affects services. "We were in site B16, which had no satellite coverage until most of the leaves fell. B Loop sites are 30A only," shares an RV camper at Rock Creek Recreation Area, suggesting choosing sites at the edges of wooded areas if satellite TV is important.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Green Mountain, NC?
What camping is available near Green Mountain, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, Green Mountain, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 390 campgrounds and RV parks near Green Mountain, NC and 29 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Green Mountain, NC?
Which is the most popular campground near Green Mountain, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Green Mountain, NC is Roan Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 50 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Green Mountain, NC?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Green Mountain, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 29 free dispersed camping spots near Green Mountain, NC.
What parks are near Green Mountain, NC?
What parks are near Green Mountain, NC?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 28 parks near Green Mountain, NC that allow camping, notably Pisgah National Forest and Cherokee National Forest.
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