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Best Campgrounds near Tuxedo, NC

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Campgrounds near Tuxedo, North Carolina range from rustic backcountry sites to developed facilities with cabin options. Davidson River Campground in Pisgah National Forest provides tent, RV, and cabin camping opportunities while Lake Powhatan, located about 20 miles north near Asheville, offers similar accommodation types plus yurt options. The area's campgrounds typically operate seasonally, with many sites available from spring through fall. Several campgrounds in the region maintain electric hookups for RVs, while others focus exclusively on tent camping experiences.

Road conditions and weather patterns significantly impact camping experiences in western North Carolina. "Even though we live at 2500' in the Smoky Mountains, the temps this summer have been brutal. We decided to escape the heat and head for one of the cooler campgrounds in western North Carolina," noted one camper describing Mount Pisgah Campground's higher elevation camping. Elevation differences create notable temperature variations, with mountain sites offering relief from summer heat. Many campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, with typical opening dates ranging from March through May and closures in October or November. Cell service can be limited or non-existent at more remote campgrounds, particularly those nestled in mountain valleys or dense forest areas. Most established campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer weekends and fall color season.

The region's campgrounds receive consistently positive reviews for their natural settings and proximity to outdoor activities. Water features rank highly among camper preferences, with several developed campgrounds situated along rivers or lakes. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, Davidson River Campground appeals to many for its riverside location: "The entire campground is meticulously maintained...situated on a small river which makes a wonderful backdrop noise to the experience and your sleep." Hiking access represents another valued amenity, with multiple campgrounds providing direct trail connections. Many established campgrounds in the area serve as convenient base camps for exploring nearby attractions including waterfalls, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and mountain trails. Pisgah National Forest contains several mixed-use campgrounds accommodating various camping styles, while state parks in both North and South Carolina offer additional developed camping areas within driving distance of Tuxedo.

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Best Camping Sites Near Tuxedo, North Carolina (353)

    1. Davidson River Campground

    83 Reviews
    Pisgah Forest, NC
    17 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
    21 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. Table Rock State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Sunset, SC
    21 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 . "

    4. Orchard Lake Campground

    12 Reviews
    Saluda, NC
    5 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."

    5. Jones Gap State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Cedar Mountain, SC
    11 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!"

    6. Black Forest Family Camping Resort

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

    "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."

    "Very clean,natural, beautiful trees , and a nice location. It is run by a very nice family. We were close to amazing waterfalls and hikes in DuPont forest."

    7. North Mills River

    26 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    18 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."

    8. Paris Mountain State Park Campground

    38 Reviews
    Taylors, SC
    21 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."

    9. Rutledge Lake RV Resort

    19 Reviews
    Fletcher, NC
    16 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"

    10. Mount Pisgah Campground

    40 Reviews
    Mills River, NC
    22 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 National Forest on the outskirts of Asheville, NC is a must stop for all ages."

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  • 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!

  • 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

  • madison F.
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Iron City Campground, Inc.

    great stop & stay

    nice campground. bathrooms and pool are CLEAN!!!! private bathrooms with showers. also has laundry ($) but has change for quarters in shop!! super big plus . also got a buddy site for the price of a normal one!

    not super crowded but still a nice community to be around :) 10 min drive into town as well. all sites have full hookups which was also super handy. not a bad price for what you get. only stayed two nights but would definitely stay again

  • 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!

Guide to Tuxedo

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

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Davidson River Campground. One camper mentioned, "Hiked the North Slope nearly 4 miles and wore out the dogs perfectly!"
  • Fishing: The waters near North Mills River are great for fishing. A visitor noted, "The water is pretty clear and has an abundance of trout, so it is great for fishing and swimming."
  • Mountain Biking: Check out the trails accessible from Lake Powhatan. One review said, "We were able to access multiple mountain biking and hiking trails directly from the campsite."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms. A review for Lake Powhatan stated, "The bathrooms were some of the cleanest we've seen."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peacefulness of Mount Pisgah Campground. One camper shared, "The campground is VERY quiet and many of the spaces were rather private."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at Devils Fork State Park said, "Ranger staff was super friendly."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like North Mills River, do not have bathrooms. A camper noted, "There are no bathrooms which puts a small damper on a family visit."
  • Crowded Sites: Campers at Paris Mountain State Park mentioned that the sites can be close together. One review stated, "The sites are on top of each other."
  • Bear Country: Some areas, like Mount Pisgah Campground, are known for bear activity. A camper shared, "I did have a bear walk through my camp my last night there."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly activities. Asheville East KOA offers a pool, playground, and themed weekends. One parent said, "There is a pool, playground, gaga ball pit, and fishing."
  • Bring Your Own Firewood: Some campgrounds, like Table Rock State Park, recommend bringing your own firewood. A camper noted, "Make sure to bring your own firewood."
  • Plan for Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A visitor at Lake Powhatan mentioned, "We had very little cell service (Verizon)."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to verify the size of the sites before booking. A review for Asheville East KOA mentioned, "Section A was extremely tight for navigating, parking, and camping."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds, like Asheville East KOA, are near train tracks. One camper said, "Trains come through near the park at all hours of the day and night."
  • Look for Amenities: Campgrounds like Mile Creek County Park offer good amenities for RVers. A visitor noted, "The bathrooms/showers were very clean."

Camping near Tuxedo, North Carolina, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just be sure to check the specifics of each campground to make the most of your outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Tuxedo, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, Tuxedo, NC offers a wide range of camping options, with 353 campgrounds and RV parks near Tuxedo, NC and 26 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Tuxedo, NC?

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

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 26 free dispersed camping spots near Tuxedo, NC.

What parks are near Tuxedo, NC?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 23 parks near Tuxedo, NC that allow camping, notably National Forests in North Carolina and Pisgah National Forest.

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