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"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," according to one visitor. Several RV parks and resorts are located near Saluda, North Carolina. Wilderness Cove Campground offers 26 sites with electric hookups including 50-amp service, though it lacks big-rig accessibility. Rutledge Lake RV Resort in Fletcher provides full hookups with 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections suitable for larger motorhomes. Boylston Creek RV Park & Cabins features 24 sites with electric and water hookups but no sewer connections at individual sites. Most parks in the region have gravel pads with varying degrees of levelness, and many offer cable TV connections and WiFi service.
Navigation into mountain parks requires careful driving, with some campgrounds featuring tight turns and elevation changes. Red Gates RV Park operates seasonally from April through November, while others like Lakewood RV Resort remain open year-round. Dump stations are available at most locations, though placement can sometimes present challenges. A review mentioned, "The sewer outlet at our site was placed in the back of our site and I needed a hose about 35' long to reach it." Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with some parks offering strong signals while others have limited connectivity. Most RV parks in the region accommodate pets, though specific restrictions may apply. Propane refills are available at select locations, and many parks offer firewood delivery directly to sites.
"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."
"The tent camping is not quite"roughing it": there's pretty reliable WiFi and the bath house is air conditioned and kept very clean."
"Very clean, small, quiet campground. Tents only, they do have some cabins for rent. Nice clean bath house. Was able to access wifi near the tubing office. Prices are extremely reasonable. "
from $35 - $299 / night
Check Availability"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"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"
from $50 - $90 / night
Check Availability"They have several pull through spots along with the permanent folks that live in the campground. "
"It was quiet and nice. They have a heated pool, which we didn’t use but it was clean. The showers were clean, and nice and roomy."
from $55 - $66 / night
Check Availability"We were on site A, its definetely big rig friendly. We travel in 30 TT and we had tons of room. There is a small catch and release pond."
"Campground convenient to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock in the mountains. Quiet with a creek running through. Had cell reception and campground at the end of the road."
from $37 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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
Check Availability"Nice and quiet. Had fire pits and grill at the site. Community fire pits. Close to lake lure and chimney rock. Clean bathhouse and restrooms"
"Nice children and adult play area, cornhole, horseshoes, swing set, and fire pits."
from $58 / night
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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
LegendOverall, this is a very nice, clean park conveniently located to the interstate I-85) and attractions in the area. It has all the amenities you would expect to find at a KOA such as a swimming pool, playground, dog park, miniature golf, store, clubhouse, and more (including goats). It is by far the nicest private campground in the area that we have stayed at.
This KOA has 127 sites offering varying degrees of services to accommodate RV's, tents, and those wanting to rent cabins. We chose a 50-amp full hook-up back-in site but were upgraded to a pull-thru so we could be in a sunny location to mitigate the chilly air. How nice of them! Our site (#79) was perfectly level as were most others (but not all). Water, electric, and cable hook-ups were well placed at the site and worked fine. We paid $37/night(with the KOA member discount). Nice, large grassy area for dogs to walk and sniff and there is a decent size dog park. Roads and pads are hard packed gravel with grass in between sites. Some sites are set in a wooded area while some are out in the open with plenty of sun and satellite coverage. The park is big rig friendly and the roads are easily navigable. All sites have a picnic table and some had fire pits but ours did not. Cable is included and offered over 50 channels. Wifi worked well at our site. The laundry was small with three washers and three dryers but very clean and had a decent book exchange. The bathroom and showers were super clean and looked like they were updated recently.
The campground is extremely clean and the owners/employees are super friendly. There is a short hiking trail (less than a mile) through the woods and plenty of green space in front of some of the pull-thrus. playground large swimming pool with large deck putt putt with lots of goat humor.
The only downside would be the closeness of sites but that is pretty much what you expect from private RV parks. Fortunately, we did not have neighbors right next to us which gave us more space. I'm usually not a KOA fan but have to say this one was great for our overnight stay and we would recommend it.
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
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.
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.
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
Near Saluda, North Carolina, camping opportunities span elevations from 1,000 to 3,000 feet in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area experiences moderate temperatures with summer averages in the 80s and winter lows frequently below freezing. Seasonal campground availability varies significantly, with some parks closing from November through March due to mountain weather conditions.
Tubing on Green River: Wilderness Cove Campground offers easy access to river adventures. "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," reports one camper.
Fishing at multiple locations: Rutledge Lake RV Resort provides stocked fishing opportunities. "We had spot #10 water front. It had plenty of space for the 5 of us and 2 dogs. Nice gravel level sites," notes a visitor. Some campers mention the abundance of wildlife, including "the geese recking havoc at all hours of the night."
Hiking nearby trails: Access to mountain trails is convenient from most area campgrounds. At Land of Waterfalls RV Park, you're "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."
Mountain biking access: The region offers excellent mountain biking opportunities. One camper at Rutledge Lake mentioned, "Nice place to stay if you like mountain biking with DuPont and Pisgah national forest being close by."
Clean facilities: Red Gates RV Park receives high marks for maintenance. "Pristine bath house! Pristine campground! We truly enjoyed our time here!" wrote one reviewer. Another noted, "The bath house was older but very clean. Two shower stalls with dressing area and two bathroom stalls."
Pet amenities: Several campgrounds cater specifically to pets. Red Gates has "an off lead dog area with water available and poop bags" and "plenty of space and areas to walk our dog." At Maple Ridge RV Park, "Several sites have a dog pen. My dogs really enjoyed the extra off leash time."
Community spaces: Shared areas enhance the camping experience. "There is a little community shack with a Keurig, maps of the area, comfy chairs, and some small desk for a change of work scenery. There is also a nice big community yard with Adirondack chairs and fire pits," reports a visitor to Land of Waterfalls RV Park.
Proximity to attractions: Location matters to RV campers near Saluda. Hitching Post Campground is "1.2 miles from Ingels grocery, and its a wonderful store, lots of ready to go food, also Lake Lure at 2 miles with Lake house bar and grill, both inside and outside decks with view of Lake."
Site spacing varies significantly: Some campgrounds offer more privacy than others. At Lakewood RV Resort, "Camp sites are a little closer together and not very private, but everyone is super respectful. If you're looking for a little more space, best to book on the far side of the park near the dog run."
Mountain roads require caution: Access can be challenging for larger vehicles. At Wilderness Cove Campground, one camper noted, "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."
Age restrictions at some parks: Some campgrounds limit guests by age. Lakewood RV Resort is "for those that are 55 and over, however your children or grandchildren are always welcome with you." Verify age policies before booking.
Seasonal closures: Operating schedules vary by location. Red Gates RV Park is open "Apr 1 - Nov 1" while others like Wilderness Cove operate year-round.
Hookup placement can be awkward: RV site configurations sometimes present challenges. At Rutledge Lake, some campers found hookups difficult to reach: "The park is aware of the issue, but has not been able to get it resolved."
Off-season visits reduce crowds: For a quieter experience with children, consider non-peak times. One family at Wilderness Cove noted, "Moving to the cottage was meant to be easier on my kid, but I didn't expect all the amenities: refrigerator, screened in porch, and very comfy beds."
Look for play facilities: Maple Ridge RV Park offers "Nice children and adult play area, cornhole, horseshoes, swing set, and fire pits," making it suitable for families with varied ages.
Consider cottage options: When tent camping proves challenging with kids, several parks offer alternatives. Wilderness Cove Campground features "River Cottages" that provide comfort while maintaining the camping experience.
Swimming access: Pools provide entertainment for children. At Rutledge Lake RV Resort, "Pool was clean" according to reviewers, providing a safe swimming option when mountain water is too cold.
Site leveling: Gravel pads dominate the region with varying degrees of levelness. At Gatlin Ridge RV Park, one RVer appreciated the "Clean, beautiful landscaping. Full hookups, shady spot on site 4."
Wi-Fi performance: Internet access varies significantly between parks. At Lakewood RV Resort, "Internet is a little slow, but you can upgrade for a night for $3."
Accessibility concerns: Large rig owners should research carefully. One Rutledge Lake visitor noted, "We were in site 86 which was one of them, but most sites are very close together, many probably less than 15' apart."
Longer stay discounts: Some parks offer rate reductions for extended stays. At Land of Waterfalls RV Park, monthly rates during winter months can be significantly lower than daily rates during peak season.
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