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Best Campgrounds near Hendersonville, NC

1,823 Reviews

Camping near Hendersonville, North Carolina encompasses a range of experiences from established campgrounds to rustic sites in the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and Pisgah National Forest. Davidson River Campground, located in Pisgah Forest, provides access to numerous hiking trails and waterfalls, while Mount Pisgah Campground sits at 5,300 feet elevation along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Nearby options include Lake Powhatan in the National Forests of North Carolina and North Mills River Campground, both offering varying levels of amenities. For RV travelers, Rutledge Lake RV Resort in Fletcher and several private campgrounds closer to town provide full hookup options.

Most campgrounds in the Hendersonville area operate seasonally, with peak season running from spring through fall. Davidson River Campground is open from March 15 to November 1, while North Mills River operates from late March through December. Mount Pisgah Campground has a shorter season from May through October due to its higher elevation. Bear activity is common throughout the region, with proper food storage required at all sites. Cell service varies significantly, with limited coverage in more remote forest locations. Summer temperatures are typically cooler at higher elevation campgrounds, making them popular escapes during hot weather.

National forest campgrounds fill quickly during peak season, especially on weekends. According to reviews, Davidson River Campground often reaches 85% capacity, at which point visitors cannot enter to view sites before registering. One camper noted, "The sites are spacious and well spaced, offering more privacy than many locations," while another mentioned the "excellent dark sky viewing" at Lake Powhatan. Many campgrounds feature creekside or riverside sites that are particularly sought after. For those seeking proximity to town amenities, several RV parks are located close to downtown Hendersonville, providing convenient access to restaurants, shopping, and the historic district.

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Best Camping Sites Near Hendersonville, North Carolina (391)

    1. Davidson River Campground

    83 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    15 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. Lake Powhatan — National Forests In North Carolina

    62 Reviews
    Enka, NC
    15 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"

    3. North Mills River

    26 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    12 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."

    4. Rutledge Lake RV Resort

    19 Reviews
    Fletcher, NC
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 654-7873

    "Easy off the highway but far enough to be quiet. Lots of dining options close by"

    "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"

    5. Asheville East KOA

    52 Reviews
    Swannanoa, NC
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 686-3121

    $50 / night

    "As typical of a KOA, they shove you in there so you are very close to your neighbors. The stars of the park are the riverfront sites."

    "My only gripe (and I know it’s not a huge deal) is the trailer park situated right by the fence that separates from the KOA."

    6. Mount Pisgah Campground

    40 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    18 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 can be seen for miles around...and when standing atop its summit...you can see for miles...and it is beautiful. The trails are rugged, but doable. Along with hiking up Mt."

    7. Orchard Lake Campground

    12 Reviews
    Saluda, NC
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 749-3901

    $38 - $48 / night

    "A swimming lake with slide. Boats, zip line, fishing, a game room, move room. Only bad thing is the bad house are probably the worst I have ever used."

    8. Creekside Mountain Camping

    16 Reviews
    Gerton, NC
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 625-4257

    "Nice creek running nearby and a few short walking paths. The drive to spruce pine is scenic and long but head back toward bat cave and there ade neat little adventures to have with the kiddos."

    "This was a great little spot away from the hustle and bustle of the highway. Very close to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. Pool was clean. Arcade on site."

    9. Jones Gap State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Cedar Mountain, SC
    15 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. Table Rock State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Sunset, SC
    25 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 . "

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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!

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Old NC 105 - Dispersed Camping

    Great spot!

    This is a great spot along a mountain ridge. The dirt road goes for about 13 miles. Would recommend a 4x4, but I’ve seen all kinds of vehicles travel the entire road from minivans to Honda accords. There are plenty of spots to choose from. Some have great views of the valley and table top mountain and others are just nooks in the woods. The sites are pretty spread out but there are a few within shouting distance (which could be annoying if the site next to you decides to bring a battery powered Sawzall to cut firewood at 2am). Some sites are right off of the road which could get annoying from all the traffic of people going to the hiking trails nearby. And there are spots tucked away a bit off of the road where you really don’t notice trucks and cars driving by. Awesome place for a weekend getaway! Definitely going to visit again.

    P.S. only 4 stars because there are only about 3-5 sites with a great view!

  • 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

  • HRMolding2@aol.com
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Spacious Skies Bear Den

    Bearden Campground

    My family and I have been camping at Bearden since 1995 and it has always been great.  Getting to know the owners and all the people who ran the campground BUT now that is is apart of a large corporation or hedge fund and people looking to satisfy shareholders it's not as fun.  Sure we love the location (hint here if pulling a camper, don't follow the Bearden sign, go to Linville to get on the parkway and go left.  This way you will avoid the steep curvy road going up a mountain.) but it's ran like a corporation.  No more calling the campground office talking to the friendly owners, now you call to somewhere I believe in NJ and talk to a person to make reservations at one of the campground Spacious Skies have purchased.  So much for the family owned campgrounds who wanted to make money but provided a better atmosphere.

Guide to Hendersonville

Camping near Hendersonville, North Carolina, offers a fantastic mix of outdoor fun and beautiful scenery. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails nearby, including the Art Loeb Trail, which is popular for its stunning views. One camper mentioned, "Davidson River Campground is perfectly situated for outdoor activities, plenty of hiking... available all within a stone's throw from camp."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Greenbrier Campground, offer access to rivers and lakes for fishing. A reviewer noted, "The lake was beautiful, staff was friendly, sites were nice and spacious, bathrooms were mostly clean."
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the water. At Lake Powhatan, one visitor said, "The best thing about Lake Powhatan is the nice hike around the lake and the fun little lake beach."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Greenbrier Campground stated, "Bathrooms were amazing. The site had okay Verizon cell service with 2 bars around 30-40mbps."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many campgrounds provide a peaceful environment. One camper at Davidson River Campground said, "Every time I go, it’s always clean and quiet. Great place to just relax."
  • Activities for Kids: Family-friendly amenities are a hit. A reviewer at Asheville East KOA mentioned, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit... and on weekends they have themes and activities."

What you should know

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have spotty cell reception. A visitor at Cosby Campground noted, "We could sporadically send texts, but not get on the internet."
  • Crowded Sites: Some campgrounds can feel cramped, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Smokemont Campground mentioned, "The sites were cramped with little privacy."
  • No Showers at Some Locations: Be prepared for campgrounds without shower facilities. A review for Cosby Campground stated, "No showers in bathrooms."

Tips for camping with families

  • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. A family at Bear Den Family Campground said, "Great campground. Big private sites, lots of activities for teens."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having food on hand can make things easier. One camper at Lake Powhatan mentioned, "The camp host arrived shortly after we did to check in on us and to give us the lay of the land."
  • Bring a Portable Potty: If you're camping in a more remote area, this can save trips to the bathroom. A visitor at Devils Fork State Park suggested, "Make sure you bring a good headband light or strong flashlight."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have tight spots. A reviewer at Asheville East KOA noted, "We stayed in Section A which was extremely tight for navigating, parking, and camping."
  • Look for Amenities: Choose campgrounds with good facilities. A camper at Greenbrier Campground said, "The campground had great amenities, really awesome service from the staff."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds are near train tracks or busy roads. A visitor at Asheville East KOA mentioned, "Trains come through near the park at all hours of the day and night."

Camping around Hendersonville, NC, has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family adventure, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hendersonville, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hendersonville, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 391 campgrounds and RV parks near Hendersonville, NC and 29 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hendersonville, NC?

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

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hendersonville, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 29 free dispersed camping spots near Hendersonville, NC.

What parks are near Hendersonville, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 25 parks near Hendersonville, NC that allow camping, notably National Forests in North Carolina and Pisgah National Forest.

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