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Briar Bottom Group Campground

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Briar Bottom Group Campground is located near Burnsville, NC, within the National Forests in North Carolina. The area features forested terrain with nearby trails and streams. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include Mount Mitchell State Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Description

National Forest

National Forests in North Carolina

Overview

Briar Bottom Group Campground is the perfect getaway for visitors to enjoy mountain scenery and easy access to hiking trails. The campground sits at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, in Pisgah National Forest.

Recreation

With the South Toe River located near the campground, visitors will have no shortage of things to do, including picnicking, day hiking, scenic driving and trout fishing. Hikers will be pleased with a variety of trails from which to choose, including a leisurely half-mile walk through the forest or a challenging 5.6-mile hike up Mt. Mitchell. The adjacent Black Mountain Campground has a playing field, volleyball courts and horseshoe pit available.

Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 3,040 feet. The 6,684-foot Mt. Mitchell towers over the area, with several other high peaks of the Black Mountains nearby. The lush forest in this part of the Appalachian Mountains is rich with wildlife, plants and scenery.

Nearby Attractions

Groups can easily head out for a day of scenic driving along Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

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Location

Briar Bottom Group Campground is located in North Carolina

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Directions

From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9 onto 19 east toward Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Continue south approximately 12-14 miles to Mount Mitchell Golf Course. Turn right on South Toe River Road and follow signs to Black Mountain Campground. Campers must enter through the main gate at Black Mountain Campground to get to Briar Bottom.

Address

50 BLACK MOUNTAIN CG ROAD
Burnsville, NC 28714

Coordinates

35.7527778 N
82.2213889 W

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  • Market
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  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
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Reviewed Jul. 6, 2020

The best summer getaway

Briar Bottom Campground is located in the heart of Pisgah National Forest, close to several hiking trails. The campground has 6 group sites, each one spacious enough to host a hiking group, a group of friends or an extended family. Some sites (Laurel, Dogwood) are located close to the river, the others are just a few steps away from the water. The bathrooms are shared between two adjacent sites. They are usually clean enough, well stocked with toilet paper and hand soap. The showers are located on the main campus (Black Mountain Family Campground) and require a short drive. The showers are clean, free for the Briar Bottom guests and have unlimited hot water. Each campsite has a huge covered shelter with a number of picnic tables underneath, which is super nice in the rain. Each site has a fire ring and two grills.

Trails in the area:

  • The famous Mount Mitchell trail, starts a short walking distance from the campground. This is a 5.5 mile trail (one way) that will take you 3600 feet up to the Mt Mitchell summit. The trail is super strenuous and takes about 3.5-5 hours one way, depending on your shape. There are no good views from the trail, except at the top of Mt Mitchell.
  • The South Toe River Loop Trail - it actually has two loops. The upper loop starts between Laurel and Poplar sites, continues along the river, crosses on the bridge and continues up the hill. Eventually it will bring you back to the campground entrance. It's a moderate hike that will take you a couple of hours. The lower loop starts from the showers at the Black Mountain Family Campground, between sites 27 and 28. First it goes into the woods, then takes you to the river, crosses two bridges and loops back through the woods again. This part is easy, no elevation change at all, but the trail is narrow and rocky at places.
  • Setrock Creek Falls - a nice waterfall just a few steps away from the campground.
  • Roaring Fork Falls - a super nice and beautiful cascade located at the intersection of South Toe River Road and HW 80. It's a short drive from the campground and then an easy 0.5 mile hike on the old gravel road.
  • Black Mountain Crest Trail (also known as Deep Gap Trail or the 5 Peak Trail). Starts from the Mt.Mitchell summit and goes across Mount Craig, Big Tom Mountain, Balsam Cone to Cattail Mountain, all about 6,000 feet. The trail has beautiful views, and is moderate to strenuous, with some ups and downs, rocks, boulders, steps and ropes. We always go from the top to Cattail Mt and back, which is 3 miles each way. The trails continues to Deep Gap and has other options, including a 2 day backpacking trip.

The campground doesn't have any cell reception! The closest place where you can connect to the internet is the golf course, or the general store on HW80.

The campground office sells ice and firewood. Drinking water is available at each campsite. There's a dumpster in the middle of the campground.

  • Review photo of Briar Bottom Group Campground by Katy S., July 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Briar Bottom Group Campground by Katy S., July 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Briar Bottom Group Campground by Katy S., July 6, 2020
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Reviewed Mar. 8, 2018

Briar bottom

Great place for group camping. Bathrooms are shared with other group sites. Outdoor spicier at every site along with picnic tables under shelter and a campfire ring. Great spot to take the family. We went for 6 years straight. Make sure to lock up all your food the black bears will come take it if not.

SiteLaurel
Month of VisitAugust

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Briar Bottom Group Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Briar Bottom Group Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Briar Bottom Group Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is poor.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Briar Bottom Group Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Briar Bottom Group Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Briar Bottom Group Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Briar Bottom Group Campground?

    There are 6 campsites at Briar Bottom Group Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts