Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area, NC - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is located in the Appalachian Ranger District, National Forests in North Carolina (1 hr 3 min northeast of Asheville, NC) with an elevation of 2,760 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 34 sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 3 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.

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@CraigM6216413 · Camped on Oct 23, 2025 at Campsite #31

Campsite had almost everything we needed. A shower on this side of the campsite and grills would make the site on this side of the road perfect. These site are a lot more spaced out and less people traffic than those on the river side.

@TerriN8830276 · Camped on Oct 16, 2025 at Campsite #31

Pretty to look at but could use some work. Road around park was noisy.

@GregoryB745869 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #29

Camp host was EXTREMELY nice and pleasant to work with. Campsite was beautiful and she made sure that the fire pit was in good condition and the campsite blown off of leaves. Nice, peaceful sites, just a little noisy sometimes from road traffic, especially bigger trucks downshifting navigating the curve near the site. We really enjoyed the site and will definitely use it again!

@AndrewA9865886 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #31

Bathrooms were clean, the heated bathrooms were a nice touch. Everyone was friendly. We had a great time.

@DavidW3121249 · Camped on Oct 1, 2025 at Campsite #3

Great little spot, along the river, very close to trails. Clean facility

@WilliamE293173 · Camped on Sep 24, 2025 at Campsite #13

Still suffering effects of flooding from Hurricane Helene. You can tell work has been done, but please be aware of road closures - the Blue Ridge Parkway in particular. There is currently only one way in and one way out - you can only approach from the north. Beautiful campground, but tight for trailers. Only 2 men's and 2 women's toilets and same for showers.

@JessicaP263047 · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #3

We love this campground. The kids have a blast tubing the river, and the location is beyond beautiful. The staff are always friendly and I really like their little store! A total win. We come every summer.

@JaniceK6270323 · Camped on Sep 14, 2025 at Campsite #PAV

The pavilion is huge! The pavilion area was clean, the ground was flat, and tables were sturdy. We had plenty of room for our large group which included little kids and elderly people. The park attendants were friendly and answered all questions. A short set of steps led down from parking. The main swimming area and restrooms were an easy walk.

@RandyB4734083 · Camped on Sep 8, 2025 at Campsite #7

I camped in site 7. It's a nice site with a view of the South Toe River but it is awkward for tent camping. The picnic table should be moved to the fenced end of the site and turned perpendicular to the river. The fire pit should be moved closer to the table at that end. This will make the open more space and give tent campers more room further away from the fire pit. I didn't use the fire pit because it was too close to the fire pit. This was the first time I had camped at Carolina Hemlocks and was impressed overall. The restrooms were clean and the showers worked well. I will be planning a return visit.

@GaryB5198117 · Camped on Sep 8, 2025 at Campsite #6

First time at this campground, but familiar with the location. Loved the campsites we hadon the river, spacious,, easy setup. Sites 2, 4, 6, and 7 are recommended. Enjoyed talking to the camp host and the info she provided. Noisier than any other campground, not due to campers, but the road traffic. I was awakened around 6am by a construction truck using his extremely loud air brakes. Two roads sandwich the campground, so be aware. Normally the traffic noise is negligible unless your site is on the Hwy 80 side. The water has a yellow tint to it and tasted treated. Still, these did not detract from the trip. Loved the access to the river and if Id brought a swim suit or shorts, I could have done some laps at one of the access sites. Well be back to this campground.

@MelissaW474369 · Camped on Sep 8, 2025 at Campsite #13

Absolutely love this campground! One of my favorite getaway spots!

@WilliamL145693 · Camped on Sep 4, 2025 at Campsite #9

Due to Helene, there are no catchable trout.

@PatriciaB22981 · Camped on Aug 29, 2025 at Campsite #35

We love this campground. Its beautiful and the campsites are spacious.

@ArcadaFEF6C264 · Camped on Aug 29, 2025 at Campsite #34

We absolutely loved it here!

@MiguelH2469466 · Camped on Aug 22, 2025 at Campsite #32

Great location. Nice hot showers and easy river access for tubing or fishing

@DanielM5313297 · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #3

Always a great time at the Hemlocks. Aight was clean when we arrived and staff was friendly

@LauraN1623441 · Camped on Jul 30, 2025 at Campsite #32

This is a lovely place. Its natural, functional, and the river is beautiful too. All the staff were nice. All the other campers were quiet and nice. Kids were pulling in trout, so excited. Others were riding rapids. The current was strong for a good workout swimming. Three and four generation families made many of the groups of locals. Hot clean showers. Clean air, clean water.

@JoeF2149352 · Camped on Jul 28, 2025 at Campsite #2

Beautiful quiet excellent all around experience. There will definitely be a return visit.

@MeghanM6771085 · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #31

I had a great time! It was a sweet campsite and I enjoyed the quieter wooded side of the campground. They have done a lot of work on public areas and campsites along the river after Hurricane Helene, and the river is still glorious and great for swimming and just appreciating the natural beauty of the area.

@PamelaTCA673F3 · Camped on Jul 15, 2025 at Campsite #7

On a hot summer day, nothing better than playing in the water! Great place to play.

@NikkiS4812443 · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #29

Great campground! The bathrooms were pretty clean, swimming hole is fantastic. It would be helpful if the store was open a bit later.

@JoyceM4679249 · Camped on Jul 5, 2025 at Campsite #33

Very quiet and clean campground. We really enjoyed our stay there

@CharlesH720196 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #34

We love the Hemlocks!

@JordanE0E2E504 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #36

My kids and I love this place. We camped 6 days. We were close by the host. The host was jumping on people for running a quiet generator after 8. Then people related to the host came in one evening, threw up some tents in an area that wasnt suppose to have tents and partied all night. Kids running around screaming all night, big diesel truck running with its bright lights shinning right on my tent all for hours. I think had the host been better and made everyone follow the rules, our stay would have been great.

@SamanthaH43502 · Camped on Jun 28, 2025 at Campsite #5

Nice campground.

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