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Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
National Forests in North Carolina
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area sits in the scenic mountains of Pisgah National Forest. This is a great place for small to medium-sized groups to swim, fish, tube, hike, camp, picnic and simply relax in the cool shade of the forest.
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area offers 35 primitive campsites, sites equipped with picnic tables, tent pads, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills. The facility provides hot showers and restrooms with flush toilets. Campers can purchase firewood, ice, tee shirts, souvenirs.
Notifications and Alerts
- Fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all wood-burning fires. Charcoal and gas grills are permitted in designated areas.
Need to Know
The electricity at the pavilion is currently not working. We apologize for any inconvenience.
- Campground open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; notify campground of late arrivals by calling (828) 675-5509.
- Generators may be used up to four hours per day between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
- First-come, first-served campsites are available.
- Cell service is limited, texting might be a possibility.
- This facility is located within a bear sanctuary; keep all food out of site in containers or locked inside a hard-sided vehicle, secure trash in provided bins and remove all food from area after eating.
- This campground is managed by the Cradle of Forestry In America Interpretive Association
- 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
As the name suggests, Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is shaded by a thick hemlock forest with a mix of deciduous trees and rhododendrons. The facility is adjacent to the South Toe River and sits at an elevation of 2,900 feet.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors can enjoy scenic driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.
Recreation
The river provides endless hours of fun for families and water enthusiasts, including swimming and tubing. Anglers can also try their luck for trout and smallmouth bass from the shore. Picnickers will enjoy relaxing in the shaded picnic shelter set amidst the deep woods. After eating, visitors can take a leisurely walk along a one-mile trail or get a workout on a 3.8-mile trail.
Contact Information
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8516 HIGHWAY 80 SOUTH BURNSVILLE NC 28714
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 828-675-5509
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9, onto 19 east toward Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Follow 80 south approximately 8 miles to the Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area.
Available Campsites
- Site 19, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 35, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 32, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 31, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 33, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site GRP1, Loop GROUP PAVILLION, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 22, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 37, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 28, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 36, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 29, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 34, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site GP1PM, Loop GROUP PAVILLION, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 26, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Pavilion Carolina Hemlock, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Group Shelter Nonelectric
- Site 25, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 30, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 27, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site GP1AM, Loop GROUP PAVILLION, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 18, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, Type Standard Nonelectric
