28 campgrounds with availability next weekend
RV camping near Pisgah Forest covers a solid range of options, from Boylston Creek RV Park & Cabins with 24 full hookup sites to Rutledge Lake RV Resort offering electric, water, and sewer connections for larger motorhomes, and Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort which operates seasonally from May to October with all three hookup types. Land of Waterfalls RV Park provides big-rig friendly sites with 50-amp electrical service near Brevard. Most parks feature level gravel pads with concrete patios, though site spacing varies significantly between destinations. "The RV sites are beautiful - many with hardscape. The views and grounds are stunning," noted one visitor at a local mountain resort.
Navigating mountain roads to reach some RV parks requires careful planning, especially for larger motorhomes. Several parks maintain operational dump stations even when full hookup sites are limited. Cell service varies dramatically by location, with higher elevation campgrounds experiencing limited connectivity. Pet policies differ between parks, with most allowing dogs but enforcing leash requirements. During summer and fall leaf season, advance reservations become essential as parks fill quickly. A recent review mentioned, "We kept adding nights. Plenty of space between sites so it felt private, and all campers were respectful." Winter camping options remain available at select lower-elevation parks, though amenities may be reduced.
"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
from $50 - $90 / night
"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
"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."
"Had a great weekend at this small peaceful RV park. Clean, beautiful landscaping. Full hookups, shady spot on site 4. A short drive to local waterfalls, rafting and tubing. A short drive to Brevard."
"The Gatlin Ridge RV Park is the perfect basecamp for those looking to explore the area and return home to their RV with full hookups. Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!"
from $60 - $85 / night
"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"
"New owners and they are changing the name to Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort. Beautiful park, lots of mature landscaping and large private, level sites. Gatherings by the pavilion every night at 5."
"Under new ownership and the name is now Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort. Plenty of space between sites so it felt private, and all campers were respectful."
from $65 / night
"This 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."
"This campground is in an awesome location: 25 minutes to downtown Hendersonville, 12 minutes to downtown Brevard, and 10-15 minutes from all the trails at DuPont and Pisgah!"
from $50 - $60 / night
"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."
from $50 - $65 / night
ScoutWe stayed for a week in late October. Quiet and secluded but right outside of Franklin. Very. Nicely decorated. Has small campstore, very nice laundryroom, and a guest event center. Rick, the campsite host, helped me get backed in and asked if I needed any more help. Some pull-throughs. Some sites are a little tight but others really nice. We will definitely come back.
TravelerMy son, daughter-in-law, and twin grandchildren, and I camped here to watch the full solar eclipse in 2017. We had a beautiful tent site. There was a little playground that the kids really enjoyed and abundant shade at the camping site. Bathrooms were clean, wood for campfires was available, and we had a wonderful time.
TravelerThis place is a nice campground, quiet and the guests (during our stay) respect others by keeping the noise down. The spaces are set up to maximize privacy between sites. There is no cell phone service (to do this report we are in a picnic area by a small lake and I can get cell as well as internet on my travelfi device) sos is the only access. I normally listen to audio books but not while here. On my computer I could see three others with low signals; they might have had a better device/provider. The spots tend to the small back in typically found in campsites built before RVs got really big, type. There is another camping area I haven’t been to yet and I did see a large over lander (looks indestructible and tall/long) towable head that way and the campground attendant didn’t predict any problems so perhaps there are larger spots elsewhere. This place has single person shower rooms and nice flush toilets. The whole place is set in woodland so it isn’t like a commercial RV place that was more concerned with volume over aesthetics. This is a lovely spot with ample amenities (my space had no hookups) for our type of camping (toilets, trash, quiet neighbors, semi private spaces) just zero phone or internet.
TravelerThis campground has a great location in maggie valley, close to Waynesville with plenty to do in close proximity. While it is a traditional campground, they have very competitive rates for weekly and monthly stays. For us its the perfect getaway destination for the summers and fall. The staff is super welcomming and friendly. You find a cute creek on the backside of of the campground with trout as some fisherman told me. The staff takes pride in all the flowers, landscaping and seasonal decorations. Also nice to know is you are not being looked down to with an older camper. As long as your rig is decent and functional you are admitted.
ScoutLovely spot on the river. Freeway was loud but not too bad.
ScoutGreat 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.
ScoutBeautiful Campground, but Absolutely NOT Family-Friendly! I rarely leave negative reviews this strongly, but our experience at Turkey Creek Campground was so disappointing that I feel compelled to warn other families. First, I’ll give credit where it’s due. The campground is beautifully maintained, and the creekside sites are incredibly peaceful and serene. It’s a lovely setting, and during the day, the owner is friendly enough and seemingly hospitable. Unfortunately, the hospitality comes to a screeching halt the moment the clock strikes 10 PM.
We were two families camping together with six well-behaved kids who absolutely love the outdoors. We understand and respect campground quiet hours. We weren’t looking to throw parties, blast music, or disturb anyone. But apparently, at Turkey Creek,“quiet hours” doesn’t mean keeping noise to a respectful minimum. It means absolute silence, complete darkness, and seemingly no normal human activity whatsoever.
I’m not exaggerating.
* We were told to turn off ALL our lights at 10 PM.
* We were confronted for opening our vehicle’s trunk because it made a brief beeping sound.
* Our children were startled by a large spider near the bathhouse, and the owner actually yelled at them to be quiet.
* One evening around 11 PM, we were talking quietly INSIDE OUR OWN TENT, barely above a whisper, when the owner approached our tent door to reprimand us for talking.
* On another occasion, he approached us to complain that our children had left TWO STICKS on the ground near the bathrooms. Two sticks! At a campground surrounded by woods, where the kids had just walked down a wooded trail to reach the bathhouse!
And don’t even think about enjoying a little background music while sitting around your campsite. Music of any kind played through a speaker is prohibited, regardless of volume. Apparently, even a little John Denver played quietly while enjoying the mountains is too much to ask. I fully appreciate that some people camp specifically for peace and quiet. We respect that, too. But there is a massive difference between enforcing reasonable quiet hours and making paying guests feel like they’re constantly being watched, monitored, and reprimanded for simply existing. The owner’s enforcement of these rules felt excessive, confrontational, and completely out of proportion to what was actually happening.
Instead of relaxing and enjoying our family vacation, we found ourselves walking on eggshells, worried that the smallest sound, light, or ordinary childhood behavior would result in another confrontation. What makes this particularly frustrating is that our kids were doing exactly what we’d hope children would do on a camping trip: spending time outside, exploring nature, enjoying each other’s company, and making memories away from screens. Yet somehow, even that seemed unwelcome. If we hadn’t already paid for five nights, we would have packed up and left after the very first night. That’s how uncomfortable the experience became.
If you are someone who wants a meticulously maintained campground where everyone retires to complete silence and darkness by 10 PM, Turkey Creek might be perfect for you. But if you’re a family hoping to enjoy a campfire, share some laughs, quietly socialize in the evening, and let your children experience the simple joys of camping, I cannot recommend this place strongly enough AGAINST it.
There are so many beautiful campgrounds in this area, and I cannot imagine choosing to return somewhere that made our families feel so unwelcome. Beautiful property. Extremely disappointing hospitality. Absolutely terrible experience for families. We will never return.
ScoutHospitality and attention to detail can't be beat. Rates were very reasonable for the quality of facility and grounds.
ScoutVery pretty site but its right on the road
Mountain campgrounds near Pisgah Forest, North Carolina provide access to one of the oldest national forests in the eastern United States, with elevations ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 feet. The area receives approximately 70-90 inches of rainfall annually, creating lush forests and the numerous waterfalls that give the region its distinctive character. Sites often feature gravel pads with variable leveling, requiring blocks for many RV setups.
Tubing adventures: At Wilderness Cove Campground, visitors can enjoy river tubing directly from the property. "Camped at Wilderness Cove in August 2020 for 2 nights. Very clean, small, quiet campground. Tents only, they do have some cabins for rent," notes reviewer Tammie S.
Hiking nearby parks: The Gatlin Ridge RV Park offers convenient access to regional trails. "Had a great weekend at this small peaceful RV park. Clean, beautiful landscaping. Full hookups, shady spot on site 4. A short drive to local waterfalls, rafting and tubing," says Jake R.
Waterfront activities: The French Broad River provides recreation opportunities for guests at several parks. "Wilson's spots don't offer a ton of shade, but being by the river is a huge plus. The French Broad River Greenway, a shared bike path, runs right through the campground and is great for taking you to nearby places by bike, like Carrier Park or ClimbMax Climbing Gym," explains Kelsey G.
Riverside relaxation: Red Gates RV Park features a lake for walking and fishing. "We weren't sure what exactly to expect as it had no reviews. BUT we loved it. Small campground with level sites. Plenty of space and areas to walk our dog. They even have an off lead dog area with water available and poop bags," describes Brenda L.
Community atmosphere: Some parks organize social gatherings for guests. "New owners and they are changing the name to Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort. Beautiful park, lots of mature landscaping and large private, level sites. Gatherings by the pavilion every night at 5. Great community feel," reports Melissa D.
Pet amenities: Several rv sites near Pisgah Forest, North Carolina accommodate furry travelers. "We had a great stay! We had spot #10 water front. It had plenty of space for the 5 of us and 2 dogs. Nice gravel level sites," shares Donna H. from Rutledge Lake RV Resort.
Mountain driving challenges: Access to some RV parks requires careful navigation of steep, winding roads. "The drive down the mountain is a little nerve-wracking for a city boy, and my car's low clearance had me scraping my underside on some rocky bumps inside the property, but that's just a heads-up, not a complaint," warns Dave at Wilderness Cove Campground.
Site variations: Campgrounds in the Pisgah Forest region vary significantly in site spacing. "Some of the internal resort roads are in need of resurfacing, as there are quite a few potholes. There are a few sites along the creek on the back left that are a little wooded and have some separation, we were in site 86 which was one of them, but most sites are very close together," notes Ray & Terri F.
Wi-Fi reliability: Internet connection varies widely at Pisgah Forest camping areas. "Overall WiFi was problematic. It took numerous attempts on my computer to connect to the numerous router networks that they have to finally get a connection, but once connected was able to get up to 1.2 MB/s, but often dropped to next to zero," reports a camper at Rutledge Lake RV Resort.
Kid-friendly accommodations: Asheville's Bear Creek RV Park & Campground offers clean facilities for families. "The staff was friendly and the campground was clean. The sites were a little close together, but that didn't bother us. We had great cell and wifi service and the laundry/bath house was nice," explains Bounding Around.
Water recreation: Parks with water features provide entertainment for children. "My kid(12) and I had a great experience here: 2 nights in tents and 2 in a River Cottage. The tent camping is not quite 'roughing it': there's pretty reliable WiFi and the bath house is air conditioned and kept very clean," shares Dave about his stay.
Base camp convenience: Some RV parks serve as ideal headquarters for family exploration. "This campground is in an awesome location: 25 minutes to downtown Hendersonville, 12 minutes to downtown Brevard, and 10-15 minutes from all the trails at DuPont and Pisgah!" reports William C.
Site selection strategy: For RVers near Pisgah Forest, request specific site types. "This is good campground if you are staying for the night passing through, or if you came to see Asheville and you will not be spending a lot of time at your camper. There is not a lot of space to hangout around your camper outside, in the pull through spots," advises Sarah from Bear Creek.
Multi-day discounts: Some Pisgah Forest area campgrounds offer reduced rates for extended stays. "I am extending my stay as we speak! The entrance is key card only, the park staff are welcoming & helpful. They have a heated pool & lake activities. All of the facilities are nice. The park is up-kept very well," mentions J M. at Blue Ridge Falls RV Resort.
Utility considerations: RV sites near Pisgah Forest vary in electrical service. "We spent 3 nights here while exploring the Asheville area. Perfect for this. Close to Asheville and other local sites. Quiet, peaceful. Sites are quite close together. No great views, but very functional," notes Roberta P. about her experience.
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