Kuykendall Group Camp
National Forests in North Carolina
Large groups enjoy this cozy mountain campground in the Pisgah National Forest of western North Carolina. Ample opportunities for recreation exist in the area, including hiking, picnicking, scenic driving, swimming, fishing, mountain biking and more.
Kuykendall Group Camp has a shaded camping area for tents and RVs. The site is equipped with picnic tables, vault toilets, lantern posts, campfire rings with grills and drinking water.
Notifications and Alerts
Fire Ban remaining in effect through June 30, 2025, or until rescinded by an authorized U.S. Forest Service official, the restriction includes building, maintaining or using an open fire, campfire or stove fire on the Pisgah, Nantahala, Uwharrie and Croatan National Forests. Visitors are still permitted to use commercially available fuel stoves, such as portable propane camp stoves or covered charcoal grills.
Need to Know
- Vehicles must cross a creek on the way to the facility; the creek rises during heavy rains; a high profile and/or 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended. All creek crossing are attempted at your own risk.
- The entrance gate must be kept closed at all times during your stay. It is the camper's option to keep the gate locked during their stay. Campers are responsible for the lock, including replacement if lost or damaged.
Absolutely no access is permitted to the site prior to check-in.
- The maximum occupancy is 60 people.
Please bring garbage bags; visitors must remove their own trash. Campsites left in unsatisfactory states may be subject to restrictions of future access to Naventure facilities.
Campfires are only permitted in designated fire rings. DO NOT burn any construction refuse material or materials which could contain metal objects such as nails, screws, etc. Pallets are not allowed
Kiln dried firewood is available at Davidson River Campground for $10 (tax included) per bundle. Campfires must be fully extinguished before departure.
This campground is managed by the Naventure. Davids on River Campground is a hub and resource for Group Site visitors.
If any assistance is required during your stay, please contact the Group Campground Manager at (828) 557-4910.
- Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
Natural Features
Kuykendall Group Camp is just 4 miles from the town of Brevard and about an hour from the city of Asheville. The site is located in the Appalachian Mountains at an elevation of 2,600 feet. The surrounding national forest boasts mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls and slopes thickly forested with hardwoods. The group camping area is adjacent to Kuykendall Creek.
Visitors should note that creek crossing is required on the road leading to the campground. Heavy rains may temporarily make crossing difficult; a four-wheel drive or high clearance vehicle is recommended.
Nearby Attractions
The city of Asheville is about an hour away and offers numerous cultural attractions, art galleries, shops and restaurants. The quaint mountain community of Brevard is also nearby and has various amenities and services.
Recreation
This is a great place for campers to simply relax in the woods and listen to the sound of the creek. Visitors can also explore the area's numerous hiking trails, check out crystal clear waterfalls or fish for trout in the creek and a nearby lake.
Contact Information
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1 DAVIDSON RIVER CIRCLE PISGAH FOREST NC 28768
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: (828) 552-8040
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Asheville, take State Highway 280 south to Brevard. At the junction of U.S. Highway 276/64/280, follow Highway 64 west through Brevard to Cathy's Creek Road/Forest Road 471. Take a right and go 1.25 miles to campground entrance.
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