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Dispersed Camping

Sunburst Dispersed Camping

Sunburst Dispersed Camping is located near Canton, NC, within the Pisgah National Forest. The area features forested terrain with nearby streams and rivers. Campers can explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Shining Rock Wilderness, both offering trails and scenic views.

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Location

Sunburst Dispersed Camping is located in North Carolina

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35.37297717 N
82.93818 W

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  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Dispersed

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  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Reviewed May. 11, 2019

Primitive, Dispersed Camping in a National Forest with No Modern Amenities

When you want to camp away from the crowds and do not mind being without running water, electricity, toilets, showers, or any other amenities that you find at developed campgrounds, this one is for you ... maybe. I say maybe because when I stayed there, I heard and saw pickup trucks until the wee hours of the morning. Since the campsites are along a dirt road in a national forest, miles away from civilization, it can be intimidating if not scary at times. I camped by myself and felt isolated (which is a good thing), and the scenery is great. You will be beside a rushing creek, and the sound of the creek is relaxing. If you want a little more security, you can camp a tenth of a mile away at Sunburst Campground, which is a developed national forest campground. The pros of these campsites are that they are peaceful (most times), they are in the heart of the mountains, they are only a few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, they are between Shining Rock and Middle Prong Wilderness, and there are plenty of trails. The cons are that previous campers have left a lot of trash and since it is dispersed camping, it is not picked up on a regular basis. Other cons are the late night cars and/or trucks, the lack of amenities, and that you have to cross a spillway to get to it. Despite all the cons, I got through it okay and really did enjoy my time there.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Sunburst Dispersed Camping?

    Sunburst Dispersed Camping is located at 3153 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Sunburst Dispersed Camping?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Sunburst Dispersed Camping, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Sunburst Dispersed Camping?

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

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Sunburst Dispersed Camping?

    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 Sunburst Dispersed Camping. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Sunburst Dispersed Camping, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Sunburst Dispersed Camping?

    There are 10 campsites at Sunburst Dispersed Camping and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts