Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Picken's Nose Primitive Campground
Picken's Nose Primitive Campground is located near rugged terrain with dense forests and rocky outcrops. Temperatures in the area range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Nantahala National Forest and the Appalachian Trail, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.
Description
National Forest
This is the campground at the climbing area, not the trail head. This is a back country site with no amenities, just nature!
Location
Picken's Nose Primitive Campground is located in North Carolina
Coordinates
35.0231536 N
83.45893097 W
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Picken's Nose Primitive Campground needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 36 min from Gainesville
- 1 hr 43 min from Asheville
