Black Mountain Campground

National Forests in North Carolina, NC · ≈21.4 mi to Asheville
Sites
37
Max rig
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
30A
ADA
To town
21.4 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Easy pull-through parking
  • RVers needing hookups

✕ Not ideal for

  • Those wanting full hookups
  • Shade-seekers in peak summer
  • Visitors needing ADA access

Connectivity

Coverage data unavailable.

What's here

25 Standards (no Hookups)Hike-In or Drive-In access — varies by site
9 Tent Onlys (no Hookups)Drive-In access
3 StandardsDrive-In access
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Site-level rig length data isn't reported for this campground.

Amenities & features

No amenities or activities reported for this campground.

CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Tight for big rigsRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Basic amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Asheville, ~21.4 miGet directions ↗

Contact & booking

Getting there

From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9 onto 19 east towards Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Continue south approximately 12-14 miles to Mount Mitchell Golf Course. Turn right on South Toe River Road and follow signs to Black Mountain Campground.

Overview

Overview Black Mountain Campground sits in the shadow of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S. and borders the South Toe River. Black Mountain is a mecca for the outdoor enthusiast. Recreation With the South Toe River located adjacent to the campground, visitors will have no shortage of things to do, including picnicking, day hiking, scenic driving and trout fishing. Hikers will be pleased with a variety of trails from which to choose, including a leisurely half-mile walk through the forest or a challenging 5.6-mile hike to Mt. Mitchell. Facilities The campground offers 37 primitive campsites with 3 campsites with electric hookups. The campsites are 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 and souvenirs. Natural Features The campground sits at an elevation of 3,040 feet. The 6,684-foot Mt. Mitchell towers over the area, with several other high peaks of the Black Mountains nearby. This lush Appalachian forest is rich with wildlife, plants and scenery. Nearby Attractions Groups can easily head out for a day of scenic driving along Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Developed campground