Established Camping
Pisgah National Forest Wash Creek Horse Camp
Pisgah National Forest Wash Creek Horse Camp is situated in a forested area with rolling hills and dense woods. The weather typically ranges from highs in the 80s Fahrenheit during summer to lows in the 30s during winter. Nearby attractions include the Blue Ridge Parkway and Looking Glass Falls, offering opportunities for scenic drives and waterfall views.
Description
USDA Forest Service
National Forests in North Carolina
Overview
Wash Creek Horse Camp is a small group area designed for equestrian use located two miles northeast of the North Mills River Recreation Area and Bent Creek of the Pisgah Ranger District.
Recreation
As part of the Pisgah National Forest, a network of equestrian trails are available in the North Mills River, Trace Ridge and Wash Creek areas and are easily accessible with space for several horse trailers. Hiking, fishing and hunting are popular activities in the area. Some of these trails are shared by mountain bikers. Routes are marked with signs and colored blazes.
Natural Features
Wash Creek offers a remote hardwood forest setting with a small, shallow stream nearby.
Nearby Attractions
The site is 20 minutes from the North Mills River Recreation Area and 45 minutes from Lake Powhatan Recreation Area. It is approximately 1 hour from attractions in both Brevard and Asheville.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (828) 577-4910.
Location
Pisgah National Forest Wash Creek Horse Camp is located in North Carolina
Directions
From exit 40 on Interstate 26 take travel west on Hwy 280 (passing the Asheville Airport and going towards Brevard). Go six miles to light and turn right on North Mills River Road. Go six miles and just before entering the North Mills River Campground, turn right on Forest Service (gravel) Road #5000. Proceed two miles to site on right.
Address
1600 Pisgah Highway
Pisgah forest, NC 28768
Coordinates
35.4261111 N
82.6655556 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
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Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
