## Overview

 Davidson River Recreation Area offers camping and outdoor activities for the whole family. The campground boasts several loops of shaded campsites, as well as access to hiking trails, fishing spots, waterfalls and several nearby attractions within Pisgah National Forest. It lies just four miles west of the town of Brevard and less than an hour from the city of Asheville. The facility is open year-round. Learn more [here][1] to prepare for your trip.\_\_ 
## Recreation

 The forest is known for its hiking trails, several of which are near the campground. Hikers can challenge themselves with the 12.3-mile Art Loeb Trail, the 3.7-mile North Slope Trail or a 1.5-mile walking trail. The Davidson River offers excellent trout fishing, plus tubing and swimming, which are kid-friendly favorite activities. Visitors wishing to learn more about the area can attend educational programs in summer and fall.
## Facilities

 Campsites are organized into eight loops and some are adjacent to the water. Sites are mostly shaded and equipped with picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills. The facility also provides hot showers and restrooms with flush toilets in each loop. Campers can purchase ice and firewood on-site and rent bikes nearby.
## Natural Features

 The campground is located in Pisgah National Forest at an elevation of 2,150 feet. The surrounding land boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods and conifers. The group camping area is adjacent to the beautiful Davidson River. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Several natural and cultural attractions are within close proximity to the campground. Sliding Rock, Looking Glass Falls and the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway are among the more popular sites. The small town of Brevard offers various amenities and services, and visitors can take a trip to Asheville to visit art galleries, shops and restaurants. 
## contact\_info

 For facility specific information, please call (828) 577-4558.
## Charges &amp; Cancellations

 Any cancellations must be taken care of directly with recreation.gov. Note that this facility does not provide refunds for No Shows or incliment weather. 

[1]: https://www.naventure.com/know-before-you-go

Davidson River Campground

This campground is very beautiful, the staff are friendly, the bath houses are very clean. There is an amphitheater where they host event on occasion, one of the trails leads to a historic grave site with headstones, there is an old chapel off one of the trails that's still in use. There are camping loops with electricity and loops without. There is a large open field to play in. And a nice swimming hole, and tubing the river is so much fun. There are also a lot of good trails and places to visit that are in very close proximity to the campground, such as the fish hatchery, and several stunning waterfalls and sliding rock.

Clean, beautiful, friendly, peaceful, 

Great campground with shady sites that are not too close together. The onsite swimming hole and tubing was a major plus with our 6 yr old son. Great location in the Pisgah Forest and also close to Dupont Forest. We will definitely return. 

Pisgah Gem

Great camping spot! We were camping close to the large swimming area, so, you could swim, fish, or just put your feet in. You are also close to Brevard. You can scoot into town to grab supplies or whatever you needed to do. Close by is Sliding Rock and for those into beers, Oskar Blues is not too far as well.

Great location

Last September was a wet one...with record amounts of rainfall and flooding.  It was in such a time that we decided it was good to go camping.  

It always seems to rain when I camp anyways...so why not go when its raining to avoid crowds and enjoy solitude.

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.

Davidson River Campground is an earshot from Brevard, NC and tucked into the outskirts of Pisgah National Forest. Check out their website for all things interesting: http://cfaia.org/davidson-river-campgrounds-in-north-carolina/

Basically, we had the run of the campgrounds other than a few RV's. So we chose a tent spot where the river curled around us on three sides.  Probably not the wisest choice during heavy rains and flooding...but threw all caution to the wind.

You will have a well-drained gravel tent pad...which makes staking your tent out a bit of a pain, but you won't endure puddling.  The entire campground is meticulously maintained when we were there...and the staff at check-in were quite personable and fun.

As facilities go...they are nice...and you can enjoy a nice hot shower...a seeming rarity these days.

Davidson River was flowing but appeared unaffected by the heavy rainfall, as it was crystal clear...and gave no indication of rising over its banks. Which was much appreciated being perched 30 feet away.  The rhythmic sounds of the river offered sound sleep all night.

Looking Glass falls are just down the round into the forest and always a treat.

Into Brevard, there are some cool shops worth visiting...and plenty of eateries.  One such shop was Backcountry Outdoors, which offers all things glorious for the camper/backpacker/hiker/bicyclist.

It is a rare occasion to have such a nice, quiet campground situated so closely to wilderness and civilization...offering the best of both worlds when its a deluge outside.

You can't go wrong with this pick!

Rain, Rivers and Waterfalls!!

Picked up a SylvanSport GO just around the corner and they suggested this spot. And what a good spot! Just walking around the campground is nice, but there's tons to do nearby too!

First night in the GO

This is a POPULAR spot in the summer, and why not? It's beautiful and close to several incredible destinations. You can take a short hike up John Rock for a wonderful few, head down the road a bit for a horse back trail ride, slide down the popular sliding rock (just a short drive down the road) or spend the day climbing at Looking Glass in the amazing Pisgah ranger district. If you're up for a little bit further of a drive head on up to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

There is a cool fish hatchery with a nice little natural history museum/display and friendly staff to help answer questions. There are flush toilets available at the fish hatchery as well.

If you don't mind the crowds then this is a great spot to spend a few nights!

Excellent Location but Beware the Crowds

We traveled from Florida to Brevard to hike and camp. It was a 7 hour car trip. If we had done our normal hammock camping, the campsite they put us in would have not worked for us.

When we first arrived at the campground we were met with the fact that the staff had changed our campsite to #1. Their excuse was that our campsite was closed because of dangerous trees. We took them at their word. Come to find out they put someone else in our site and moved us. Very disappointing. On the upside- the bathrooms were heated. Downside- only one stall per loop.

Located right inside Pisgah National forest this campground is perfectly set for all adventures. If you’re looking to see the sights of the forest and take a drive the scenic parkway then youve come to the right campground

on the other hand if you’re thinking of riding the mtb trails you’re in luck. They start literally across the davidson river from the campground. Bike shops, coffe and supermarkets all within 

Location location location! 

What a beautiful and peaceful area. Amazing hiking, biking and what a gorgeous river! Brevard is close by and has great walking for restaurant, shops, coffee, etc.

Davidson River 

Great location!!! Close to downtown Asheville and so many waterfall hikes all around! Our site was large, wooded, private and on the river. The campsite hosts were very helpful and everyone was so friendly! Highly recommend this campground!

Large, private sites in the heart of Pisgah!

Davidson River was our first excursion with Ilsa @ilsasadventures. She was just a pup. The grounds were well maintained. Families enjoyed the river with a swimming hole &amp; tubing close by. Love the waterfalls within short distance drive. Brevard, and Asheville not too far away.

Beautiful tranquility on the river. Fun for family. Dog friendly

Right on the river and on a rec path and bike trail. Restaurants and shops nearby. It rained every afternoon but you just have to plan for it. Great sites with trees and plenary of room. Lots of bath houses. Very few sites have electricity and you need to make sure you are in an area you can use your generator during the day ( if that applies).

white squirrels are famous here!

Bevard is home to 100 waterfalls! Some are roadside and others are a short hike away. Absolutely gorgeous!

Beautiful and convenient! 

Campsites vary from primitive to group sites with restrooms and pavilions. No showers or services in Pisgah National Forest.

Known for trout fishing and hiking trails for all levels. Mountain streams offer fun for kids and kid-wannabes. There are equestrian trails and a riding stable nearby. Horse camping is popular.

Great hiking, very scenic, best from May-October

Growing up in Asheville, I have been going to Davidson river campground since I was a little girl. It was my family’s weekend getaway. This campground is where I learned to ride a bike without training wheels, conquer river rapid while floating on a tube, and ate ice cream every night for dinner. Some of my fondest memories are at this place.

Recently, I traveled back to the campground with a good friend of mine and all of the memories of camping as a child came back. You have the town of brevard so close that you can go grab a beer or a nice meal if need be. You have the start of the Art Leob trail which is in my opinion one of the most beautiful trails In the area. And also the hub bike shop which has awesome food and good for hiking! It was as though I never left and frankly after that weekend, never wanted to leave again. It is the best campground in N.C.!

Best campground in NC

**Campground Review**

Davidson River is a really nice campground located in the Pisgah National Forest in Brevard. There are several sites that are right along the river. There is a short walking trail within the camgpground, and the Art Loeb trail starts right at the beginning of the campground as well. There are miles and miles of hiking/running and mountain biking trails in the surrounding area, as well as numerous waterfalls. The campground is less than a mile from The Hub bike shop/Pisgah Tavern, a great bike shop offering rentals also, and several breweries are nearby - check out Ecusta and Oskar Blues!

Our site was very spacious. We stayed in Late November/ early December, so there weren't leaves on the trees but the site was still pretty private. There are only 3 loops of the campground open in the off season. The bathroom facility for the loop was open and there were showers (free and hot) and the camp host was very friendly and helpful and had firewood for sale. Campground was very quiet. Very convenient starting point for trail adventures in the area! Campground was quiet in the off season, but definitely not empty.

**Product Review**

As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get products to test from time to time - I was lucky enough to be able to take an [Escape Campervan](http://www.escapecampervans.com/) out on a camping road trip for a trail race that started at this campground.

Escape Campervans have become my favorite way to travel! The vans are small enough to maneuver in cities and to trailheads, and can be parked in a normal parking spot. [Click here to see the different models they offer](https://www.escapecampervans.com/campervans/). There is something for everyone! The vans include....

*   A kitchen area in the back, with a 2 burner propane stove, sink (5 gallon fresh water tank), and a drawer fridge. Dishes, pots, pans included. Just pull up, hop out, and get cooking! The dometic drawer fridge is fantastic, keeps things super cold and can fit a TON! (way more than it looks).
*   Seats inside fold down to a bed. Add a rooftop tent to the top and bring your friends! (or just sleep up top, and don't worry about converting the seats to a bed. Both beds are really comfortable, and the ladder up to the rooftop sleeper is super easy to use. Bedding included (sheets, pillows, and duvet with cover).
*   Plenty of extras. You can add on (for additional cost) and e-z up tent/awning, small picnic table, bike rack, rooftop tent, and more.

We have traveled as a couple and a group of four adults, and had an awesome time. The vans fit in anywhere. From boondocking in the wilderness to established campgrounds or RV parks, pull up, park, and have fun!

I really can't recommend Escape Campervans enough. From adventurous singles/couples to small families, they are the BEST way to explore.

For more pictures and a more in-depth tour of the Mavericks version of the van, check out one of my blog posts here: [http://adventuresneaker.com/2017/01/04/escape-campervan-review/](http://adventuresneaker.com/2017/01/04/escape-campervan-review/)

Ranger Review: Escape Campervans at Davidson River Campground

Nice site and bathrooms. Right on the Art Loeb trail. 

Beautiful campground 

I have heard a lot of people mention this campground, so I had to try it for myself. One of the first things I learned about national forest campgrounds in North Carolina is that if you want to check out campsites ahead of time, you cannot go in the campground if it is at 85% capacity. You cannot even get through the gate. With that said, my friend and I showed up at Davidson River and were told there were only two sites left. One was a pull-through and the other one was a pull-in. I asked the host which one was more private and better for tents. Since there are over 100 campsites at this campground, I also found out that national forest campgrounds fill up quickly. The site we got was not great, and the layout was not well thought out. Why would you place the fire pit next to the lantern pole. That seems dangerous having a lantern so close to the fire. Nevertheless, it worked out since I placed my propane lantern on the picnic table. For the record, I HATE gravel pads in which the gravel is several inches deep. It is almost impossible to drive tent stakes through it. If you do manage to get a stake through the gravel, you will probably end up with a bent stake. Fortunately, I had a free-standing tent this time, but I also had to set up tarps. Rain was in the forecast, and there was a thunderstorm with a deluge of rain. I didn’t think we were going to be able to have a fire, but there was a break about 9:00 pm. This site also needed some maintenance as far as landscaping. There was lots of poison ivy, and the weeds were too close to the driveway and the tent pad. 

  

One of the biggest reasons people come to this area is to enjoy what the Pisgah National Forest has to offer. Within walking distance is the trailhead for the Art Loeb Trail, and many other trails are not too far away. It is within a short driving distance of one of my favorite waterfalls (Looking Glass Falls), the Blue Ridge Parkway, several other waterfalls, and several other trails. At the campground, there is a popular swimming area where people can fish, swim, and go tubing. I didn’t come across a group camping area, but there is a large activity field which was titled“Deer Field.”  Also within the confines of the campground, there is English Chapel, which is an active church. Campers are welcome to visit, according to the sign. There is an“exercise” trail, and I saw several joggers on the trail and on the roads throughout the campground. There is mountain laurel throughout the campground, which creates some photographic beauty. There are several camping loops throughout the campground, and each one has its own bath house. The one closest to us had one shower, a urinal, and one stall. The shower is a push button type, so you have to push it repeatedly for your shower. One thing that surprised me was that generators are allowed, except in one loop. As we explored the campground further, I can’t imagine how other campers can put up with the noise.  I could hear it from a hundred yards away. This campground takes precautions against bears and we had a metal food container at our campsite. That is one thing I did like about our site. There were also recycling bins located within the campground. The only reason I didn’t give this campground five stars is because it needed some landscaping work and that generators are allowed. Other than that, this is a great campground, especially since it is so close to great hiking and great waterfalls.

Large National Forest Campground with Sightseeing Opportunities

Fantastic sites near great trails and water holes.  

Great sites great location 

This campground never disappoints! There is great hiking and mountain biking near by, as well as The Oscar Blues Brewery which is always a fun time. 

Bikes, Hikes, & Brews

Very clean with good trail access.

We love this campground!! Lots of trees and privacy at our site. The sound of the river is very relaxing and our son loved it. Super quite at night!!

Our favorite!!!

A big campground, but many of the spots are nicely spaced out so it didn’t feel crowded. All the hookup spots were full, but the cool mountain air made it comfortable to sleep with no air conditioning in June. The town of Brevard is darling, and there are great hikes, including beautiful waterfall vistas all over the area.

Lush and Green

Davidson River campground is my favorite spot when I go to Brevard to see some waterfalls. It's located right at the entrance to the forest, close to amenities such as Walmart supercenter, gas stations, breweries, restaurants, a great BBQ place and an ice cream joint. On the other hand, it's just a few minutes away from several easily accessible waterfalls such as Looking Glass falls, Moore's Cove Falls and Sliding Rock. A short drive up to the Blue Ridge Parkway and you can get to Skinny Dip Falls and Graveyard Fields. Drive in the other direction and you can walk around Dupont State Forest with its beautiful waterfalls that were featured in major movies. A little further away you can reach Gorges State Park with more amazing waterfalls and trails. Drive to downtown Brevard to dine in fancy locally sourced restaurants with live music and local beer. What a wonderful place!

  

The campground itself is located near the river, has nice spacious sites and clean bathrooms and showers. The staff is always helpful. When I travel with a large group of friends, we book a double and a single site, one across from another to have enough room and enjoy each other's company. The sites don't have cover or shelters, and since the probability of rain is always high (don't trust your weather forecast!), I recommend bringing a tarp or some sort of a shelter.

Super nice campground in the heart of Pisgah National Forest

I camped here with a friend and the dogs over the weekend. The campground is pretty big with several loops. Our campsite was on the roadside loop. It had the typical amenities like a fire pit, a lantern post and a picnic bench. We were pleasantly surprised that we also had a bear box. We were warned before, that the bears are very active in the area, but we were startled when we had one just a few feet from our campsite.
The bathhouse was close by but unfortunately had just one stall open, which is not enough. The cleaness was ok. Down the road was a much nicer bathhouse. 
Our campsite was pretty private and there was a nice hiking trail a few feet from our site. 
Unfortunately the quiet time hours were not enforced. People were yelling and screaming until late at night. 
It's a short drive to Brevard, just in case you forgot something. 
There are also a lot of points of interest like Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway. If you like to hike,  there are a lot of amazing trails near by.
Even it was a very nice weekend, since it was such a big campground, it would not be our first choice. 

Nice campground in the mountain

We enjoyed our first stay with the camper at Davidson River Brevard North Carolina. We had stayed there a couple times before with tents. There was a 30 amp hook up for campers but no on-site water or sewage. There is a nice clean dump station with available water for your tank if you don’t want to fill up before leaving home. There was someone running the front gate for the majority of the day each day and they were very informative.  We rented tubes at a local Rental Place and enjoyed hours on the river with our family. We would recommend this place to tent campers as well as camper campers, please check specifications for length of campers and know this place fills up quick during the season!

Good sites and activity opportunities 

Davidson River is a large campsite that still provides a decent amount of distance between sites. I booked this trip kind of late and did not get a prime spot but luckily all of my neighbors were quiet and respectful. This place is great for families I saw tons of kids riding bikes and tubing in the river. The beach is small and crowded, it was not good for me to have my dog swimming since they have people fly fishing right next to everyone swimming. It didn’t matter though because there is so much to do in the area away from the campsite! I drove to several beautiful look out spots, did an easy hike down to Graveyard Fields and Looking Glass Falls for some time playing in waterfalls and then hiked Andy Cove Nature Trail which had a cool suspension bridge. All doable with my 12 yr old dog and beautiful. At night there were more fireflies than I’ve seen in my whole life out together. All in all a great campsite for solo travelers or families, be aware you will not have cell service until you leave the campground. 

Awesome camp in a prime location mi

We have camped at Davidson River several times. It is in such a prime location if you love hiking to beautiful waterfalls. I can't even count the number of waterfalls that are within a 30min drive. Some are an easy walk right from the road and some are a good hike to get to. The campground is always clean and the sites are well spaced out. There is a nice trail that runs along the river and a swimming hole (the water is always freezing!) with a little rock cliff to jump off of. The river is rocky and shallow so it's fun to play in. Bring a river tube or rent one nearby to enjoy a lazy float downstream! The campground has lots of trees to provide privacy and shade. 

Fabulous location!

We were able to book our spot just a few hours before arriving, just a one night stay. We got a spot right on the river, and I have to admit it’s one of the most relaxing places I’ve been. There’s a constant sound of rushing waters. We came across two different bathhouses in our loop, one was pretty average and aged a bit. The other was clearly brand new and extremely clean.  There’s a swimming spot as well. I’d give this place a 10/10 

Absolutely beautiful spot on the river 

This campground has a lot to offer and so much more within the area.  The campsites themselves don’t offer a lot of privacy and bears were definitely an issue. So much to see and do in the area.  We camped with friends and booked a double site.  Tent pads were right next to the driveway. 


So much to do, so little time. 

This was beyond expectations. I thought it would have a little more foliage between sites but that didn't really seem to be an issue. The sites are clean, bathrooms are easily accessible no matter where you were in the loop and we were so close to the river. There were also stairs built to get direct access to the shore and into the water. The fire pit also has a grill top. We did have a bear run in but that just adds to the experience. 

Great for the family 

We had a quick nights stay in Davidson River Campground after picking up our new SylvanSport GO tent trailer in nearby Brevard, North Carolina. Our campsite was pretty big, clean, level, and close to the restrooms. This camp was really nice and we would definitely come back again. We didn’t have much time to explore as we were busy setting up our new toy. Had one set of noisy campers (though their guitar, fiddle and singing were actually not too bad) they did party past quite hours but someone from the park came and asked them to quiet things down...which they did. Had several nice visits with other campers. Don’t pass this campground by!

Great Campground! Clean Restrooms & Showers

We wanted a last minute, quick drive from Asheville and got lucky with a spot! It was a double which we didn’t need but could see really enjoying with some friends and family. Girls loved being near the water. It was fairly quiet and think would be fun for kids to play post covid. Quick ride to some great hiking! I would have liked a little more foliage around our spot especially as it was at the turn for the loop (56). We will be back!

Great Time!

As the other reviews have said, this is a great basecamp for both hiking and mountain biking for many levels. Hiking easy to difficult / extreme (Art Lobe Trail) and mountain biking from mellow on the flat trails to expert up and around Thrift Cove to Black Mountain.  

  

Spots are well spaced out for an organized campground with plenty of trees.

  

The campground is primitive, but very well cared for. Bathhouses only have one shower, and there's only one per "loop" of campsites, which is about 20-30 pending on the loop. So, if it's busy you may be waiting. Other than that, we felt very Covid Safe.

  

We stayed in a pull through spot #43, right next to a bathhouse, and only about 50 yards from the river. Site was crazy level, and did not even need to pull out leveling blocks.

  

While there is a dump station with potable water you can fill up, there are no hookups at most of the sites. A few, which are usually reserved for campground hosts, have electric and sewer.

  

NOTE that if even if you have good solar, you are in a valley with lots of tree canopy. We got maybe 2-3 hours of light hitting our panels a day. Not enough to fully charge the batteries.

  

There is NO wi-fi.

  

We are digital nomads, so connectivity is key. While we could make phone calls on Verizon, anything data related was not happening. But all you have to do is jump in the car, drive 2 minutes towards Brevard and pull off into the day use area. 4-5 bars consistently.  

  

Drive another mile and you have a Wal-Mart parking lot with a cell tower across the street. Plus, a fantastic MTB shop with a bar... and breweries across the street.

  

Davidson River is overall an epic spot to really get out and enjoy what the Pisgah National Forest has to offer. Secluded, but 5 minutes from civilization.

Sweet Mountain Biking Basecamp

Overall this was a great campsite. We stayed a week with our young children and camped on the Poplar loop in a tent. The location is absolutely fantastic and the staff were welcoming. Sites definitely vary in access, size, and overall quality. It's worth doing research in that area. Restrooms and showers weren't really filthy but they weren't inviting either. However- it's camping! My only real complaint is that the quiet hours are definitely not observed. On multiple nights we were still listening to loud groups well past 11pm. It's not like people were obnoxious but just that they were noisy well past designated quiet hours. This happened ever night and from multiple groups. We love quiet evenings so this wasn't ideal, but for others it may not matter. Still, it was a fantastic trip to a campsite right in the thick of it. 

Great Location 

Davidson River campground is huge, yet you feel like you are in your own private nook in Pisgah N.F. the layout and forrest work to make your site very private from your neighboring site. Best part about this campbis it's proximity to Sliding Rock, a natural waterslide over a 60 ft boulder in the river that is as fun as it is amazing. And the many other hiking trails that lead to other beautiful waterfalls. Looking glass falls is a site to see and play in the water. Whole family had fun on this trip and it was our second time at Davidson River Campground. Day trips into Asheville and to Biltmore Estate are easy as well. My favorite part is this campground is only a mile or two from the ranger station with educational stuff and a good souvenir shop in one direction and town in the other with restraunts, grocery store, Wal-Mart, fishing outfitters, and bicycle shops.

Great family camping

There's so much to do and see in this area. The camp is on a river and has access to nice trails. I believe the camp even has its own Sunday chapel. There's 100s of waterfalls and trails to hike. Near the blue ridge parkway.

Love this place!

Quiet and gorgeous along the Davidson River. Nestled in the Pisgah National Forest. The camp hosts are the best. You can hike, mountain bike, fish and tube. Sliding rock is just up the highway and so is the Blue Ridge Parkway. Watch for bears and raccoons. Sites are huge and most of the loops are wooded.

One of our favorite Campgrounds! 

A very quiet mid-week camping break along the river near the English Church in Pisgah Forrest. It was very quiet with little noise from the main road at night. Not many campers while we were there but we ended up parking next to a host site. Bathroom was warm but could have used a good clean. We had a lot of rain and closed up the site in between rain storms so this wasn't an excellent break but not something that will stop us from returning. We hiked along the river and found a swimming area that would be perfect in the hot summer months when the sun is out and the days are long. 

Winter camping on the river 

Beautiful campground and good RV pads with electrical hookup. Highway road noise from across river can be distracting but the trails along stream bank make it a unique place to camp. Very close to Parkway access, museums and fishing.  

Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway

Very awesome campground! It’s secluded, quiet, and sits right off the river. It’s also very close to town in case you need anything. 

Awesome Campground

This was my second time to this campground.

  

I have loved staying here both times.

  

The fishing is excellent, but near the campground is fished pretty hard.  

  

Right down the road is some nice ice cream shop and food.  It's sort of a perfect spot.  

  

The sites are far enough apart, and the campground is mostly flat and huge.  

  

It's great for riding a bike.  

  

Some sites are really shaded and some sites are more wide open.  

  

If it's warm , you can go down near the back of the campground and there is a great swimming hole.  There were a lot of people skipping rocks, and playing in the water down there.   

  

It's a great campground!

Campground was awesome!

We were only passing through… it was a overnight stop on our trip. Great location very wooded and spacious. Had Wi-Fi in the public parking. For us no signals for cellular.
Our site was very level didn’t need the do much leveling the rig.
In the short time there, we explore DuPont state park-Trek some short trail to the Falls.
Our children love it … one of them is a big (hunger games fan)
All in all it is a great place we will have to get back to explore more!


Spot on

Gravel campsite with paved entrances, 30/50 electric, and picnic table. Situated on the edge of the beautiful Pisgah National Forest. Ranger station nearby. Brevard just outside gate.  Waterfalls abound.  Sites situated close to bathhouses with warm showers, sinks. This is black bear country.  Hiking trails.  

No water at campsite

**General:** 159 site campground in eight loops along the (duh) Davidson River. There are a variety of sites: some have electric hookups, some are double sites, some are reservable and some are first come, first available and, in the Poplar Loop, generators are prohibited. Most are back-in but there are some pull-thru sites. Upon check-in, we were instructed that we had to back into our site unless we had a pull-thru. While the sites along the river might be more desirable, they are also closer to the road so you will hear road noise. 

  

**Site Quality:** We camped in the Poplar Loop and most of the sites appeared level. Each had a tent pad, and the drive was paved. Lots of trees created a sense of separation and privacy between sites. We didn’t know when we reserved that this loop did not allow generators but was thrilled when we discovered this! 

  

**Bathhouse:** Basic (in the Poplar Loop, two stalls, one sink, and one shower) but clean enough. Some of the bathrooms in other loops (Hemlock) appeared newer but I didn’t check out the inside. 

  

**Activities/Amenities:** Mountain biking, fishing, and a small swimming beach. A couple of hiking trails from the campground and others nearby plus many others in the area. The English Chapel (a United Methodist Church) is accessed from the Hemlock Loop or a pedestrian bridge on US 276. Services are held Sunday mornings at 9 am. Firewood and ice are available 8 am – 8 pm and the Ranger Station across the street is open 9 am– 5 pm seven days a week. Since cell service was extremely limited (to non-existent), it was helpful to chat with the rangers for recommendations on hikes. It was appreciated that there were aluminum and plastic recycling bins 

  

While we would have liked to have stayed here two nights, we were lucky to secure a one-night reservation here on a Friday in late October, especially since there was a big mountain biking race nearby.

Close to many beautiful sites!

The campground is in a wonderful location for hiking the area’s numerous waterfalls and exploring Brevard. The campground was well maintained. As stated in prior reviews choose your site carefully as some loops would be very tight for large RVs to navigate and have overhanding tree branches. We stayed in the Sycamore loop which appeared to accommodate bigger RVs. Also not all sites have electricity and none have water, each loop has a water hydrant. I would have given the campground a higher rating except the dump station did not have water to flush our tanks. Upon checking out we were told the water was turned off at the dump station and we would need to go to the Sycamore loop to get water to flush our tank then drive back to the dump site. There was nothing posted to instruct campers this would be necessary.

Lots of good places to eat in downtown Brevard- Square Root &amp; Morning Social, several good breweries, Ingles is the best place for groceries. Cellar service for Verizon and ATT was one bar at best during our stay at the campground.

Good location for hiking

We had a fabulous Memorial Day weekend at Davidson River Campground.  We were #38 on the Appletree loop.  I got the last available site when I booked it a few months out and assumed that it would not be the best on in campground and/or loop. Someone must have canceled because it was a great spot.  We weren't on the river, but there was plenty of privacy and room.   I liked our loop, some of the others (especially on the other side of the main road) were much closer together without as much vegetation between spots.  After riding bikes through the entire campground, I'd say Laurel loop is the best. 

We braced for a packed holiday campground but the weather kept it slower than I think it would have been otherwise.  There was no issue with noise from kids or rowdy adults. The temperature dropped significantly the day we came (and rose the day we left), so the kids did not do much swimming.  But there is a nice swimming hole where we waded in the water.  A lot of people were fishing.  The exercise loop by the river was nice for short hikes and the art loeb trailhead was nice for longer ones.  The kids rode their bikes a good bit, too. 

The location can't be beat.  It is so close to hiking, biking, tubing, rafting, and fishing.  Sliding Rock is right down the road. Brevard is a quick drive if forget anything or want to explore the town or breweries.  

We have Version and could typically send a text message or two, but not much internet searching.

One of our favorites!

I’ve been here a few times but just now writing a review. Every time I go, it’s always clean and quiet. Great place to just relax and have base camp to many hikes in the area. It is also within 5 minutes to Brevard and breweries in the area. 