Best Campgrounds near Saluda, NC

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Saluda, NC is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Saluda is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Find the best campgrounds near Saluda, NC. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Camping Sites Near Saluda, North Carolina (335)

    1. Davidson River Campground

    83 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    21 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. Orchard Lake Campground

    12 Reviews
    Saluda, NC
    3 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."

    3. 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"

    4. Jones Gap State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Cedar Mountain, NC
    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."

    "Excellent spot elevated above the Middle Saluda River after a day of exploration."

    5. Table Rock State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Sunset, SC
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 878-9813

    "Table Rock and nearby Caesars Head were more popular than Jones Gap. Jones Gap has limited parking which means entry to the park is limited as well."

    "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."

    6. Paris Mountain State Park Campground

    38 Reviews
    Taylors, SC
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 244-5565

    $100 / night

    "I stayed at Trailside Camp Site #2, which is one of their remote, primitive sites at the North Lake and all I can say is wow."

    "Nice wooded coverage, walking and hiking trails, plus a few lakes to fish. Bath houses are probably the cleanest I’ve seen in all the campgrounds I’ve been too."

    7. Rutledge Lake RV Resort

    19 Reviews
    Fletcher, NC
    17 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"

    8. Asheville East KOA

    52 Reviews
    Swannanoa, NC
    25 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."

    9. Lakewood RV Resort - 55+

    6 Reviews
    Dana, NC
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 697-9523

    $55 - $66 / night

    "This campground is located close to the interstate and downtown Hendersonville with lots of restaurants.  Also close by is the Dupont State Forest, places to hike, Lake Lure etc."

    "If you’re looking for a little more space, best to book on the far side of the park near the dog run. A little more space with a tree or two between if you can get the right spot."

    10. Black Forest Family Camping Resort

    18 Reviews
    Cedar Mountain, NC
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 884-2267

    "Camped here over the weekend, the amenities were INSANE (free canoes, rec room, laundry room, camp activities, zip line) very friendly people and only 7 or so minutes from downtown saluda, a very nice"

    "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."

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Recent Reviews near Saluda, NC

1567 Reviews of 335 Saluda Campgrounds


  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Wilson's Riverfront RV Park

    September stay

    Grass on lots high, nice concrete spots, full hookup in good shape.

  • K
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Black Forest Family Camping Resort

    Great campground!

    As a solo traveler that doesn’t like excessive noise or want to be near kids, I just wanted peace and quiet to relax and listen to the sounds of nature. The owner, Jeanie(hopefully I’m spelling that right) understood completely and was sure to put me in a site where she knew the surrounding sites would be empty for the entirety of my stay and she was sure not to book anyone near me. Yes, the sites are fairly close together, but I stayed during the week and was able to enjoy most of the place to myself ….or at least the area of the campground that I was in. When I extended my stay an extra night, she was sure to warn me that there was a family with kids coming that night and that they’d be in my vicinity. I couldn’t have asked for a better campground host! She had all the info on waterfalls in the area which minimized my planning time/time staring at my phone. And the fact that the place is all pea gravel really makes a difference! It rained the first couple days I was there and my tent wasn’t a muddy mess which is always a plus!

    The bathrooms and showers were clean and the camp store had just about everything you could possibly need in a pinch. Firewood and ice were priced fairly, making it very convenient if you forgot to grab either one while you were out for the day. Will definitely be back! Actually, I can’t wait to go back!

  • K
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Starlight Hills Campground

    Mudpit

    If it’s going to rain while you’re here, I suggest finding another campground. I don’t mind dealing dirt while I camp but at this point, it’s a mud pit and all of my gear is covered in mud. My gear cleanup is going to take 10x longer than it usually does! And be sure to treat your tent with permethrin or be prepared to have daddy long legs take over. I’ve been camping all my life and I’ve dealt with a few of them in between the roof of my tent and the rain fly….no big deal. But on my first night, there was at least 50 in there! I couldn’t leave my tent without having them crawl all over me and trying to get into the tent. It was like fighting a losing battle because there were so many and they just swarm you. Couldn’t even sit my feet still by the fire without having them crawl over my feet or up my chair. I know we’re just in the woods but it’s definitely not worth the money per night. All of the other campgrounds that I’ve payed this much for are on pea gravel with nice drainage or on grass….with nice amenities…or at least actual bathrooms, not porta potties. The camp host never came by my site like the messages that I received stated. Granted, he said to call if I needed anything and that they’re on property, but I never met anyone and when I would call, I got “hello” that’s it. Not “hello, this is ___” or “starlight hills campground, how can I help you”. Very impersonal. Will not be back.

  • Casey W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Keowee-Toxaway State Park

    Great spot!

    The only reason I dinged it from five stars is because of the road noise. Other than that this place is beautiful! Great hike to a beautiful lake! Simple amenities. Great drive up tent spots surrounded by trees. Nobody else was here during the week so I had the place to myself! The rangers were incredibly helpful and friendly! I will be back!

  • Zoey W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Mountain Rest Mountain Top

    Great campsite, you guys are pansies though

    great spot, can see the stars super clearly and its pretty much just open woodland once youre there.

    you dont need 4 wheel drive or a truck like some of these people are saying, i did it fine in my honda civic, just dont have anything with worse clearance than that, and be ready to get some branch scratches which is kinda expected for wood roads

  • 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!


Guide to Saluda

Camping near Saluda, North Carolina, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms at Bear Den Family Campground and Cabins. A reviewer noted, "Bathrooms are clean and there is a laundry."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peaceful environment at Smokemont Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park. One camper said, "It was rainy so maybe that deterred some campers, but we had a great time."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Families love the activities at Asheville East KOA. A parent mentioned, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit, golf cart rentals, fishing and splashing in the Swannanoa River."

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds, like Smokemont Campground, have little to no cell service. A camper noted, "No cell or TV service here."
  • Crowded Beaches: At Devils Fork State Park Campground, some visitors found the beach area crowded. One reviewer said, "There were far too many people with carelessness leaving trash."
  • Tight Campsites: Campers at Oconee State Park Campground noted that sites can be tight. A visitor mentioned, "These campsites are TIGHT! Be prepared."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Bring Activities: Kids will enjoy the playground and swimming areas at Lake Powhatan. One parent said, "The lake was close enough for my 7 & 8 year olds to bike."
  • Plan for Trash: Make sure to keep your area clean, especially at Devils Fork State Park. A camper noted, "We had a wonderful time, but there was far too much trash left behind."
  • Check for Events: Look for special events at campgrounds like Oconee State Park. A visitor mentioned, "There was a square dance Friday night and by the screams of the kids it was a hit."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site dimensions at places like Kings Mountain State Park. One RVer said, "The electric and water are in odd spots on each site."
  • Be Prepared for Narrow Roads: Some campgrounds have narrow, winding roads. A reviewer at Kings Mountain mentioned, "The road into the campground is narrow, hilly and windy."
  • Bring Leveling Blocks: Many sites are not level, as noted by a camper at Oconee State Park. They said, "The sites are notoriously NOT level."

Camping near Saluda, North Carolina, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Saluda, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Saluda, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 335 campgrounds and RV parks near Saluda, NC and 24 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Saluda, NC?

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

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 free dispersed camping spots near Saluda, NC.

What parks are near Saluda, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 parks near Saluda, NC that allow camping, notably National Forests in North Carolina and Pisgah National Forest.