Bird's eye view of the campground

Curtis Creek Campground

## Overview

Curtis Creek Campground is nestled in the mountains at the base of the Blue
Ridge just minutes from the quaint town of Old Fort and less than an hour from
the popular city of Asheville. Located in the first tract of National Forest
land in the eastern US at the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC)
camp, the campground is surrounded by old growth forests and roaring trout
streams. The gravel road through the campground ascends to the Blue Ridge
Parkway, providing easy access to the Mount Mitchell area.

## Recreation

Visitors to the campground can enjoy a variety of activities including
fishing, swimming, day hiking, picnicking, and scenic driving. Curtis Creek is
well known for its excellent trout fishing. Swimming holes along the creek
provide wading opportunities on hot summer days. History buffs will enjoy
exploring the remains of the old CCC buildings surrounding the campground. Two
Forest Service trails depart from the campground. The Hickory Branch trail
provides a short (approximately 1/2 mile) hike to a series of waterfalls, and
longer hikes to access the backcountry area around Mackey Mountain. Mackey
Mountain and the valley of Mackey Creek contain the largest unbroken tract of
old-growth forest in the Pisgah National Forest. The Snooks Nose trail
provides a strenuous hike to a ridge with beautiful views, eventually ending
at the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many other Forest Service trails are within a short
drive of the campground, including Catawba Falls and Point Lookout trail.

## Facilities

The campground provides a variety of campsites. There are three loops with 24
sites. One loop is fully accessible, barrier free and can accommodate RVs up
to 35ft. A second loop features dispersed tent-only roadside sites that
provide a secluded forest experience. A third loop features tent-only sites in
an open grassy area. All sites include a tent pad, picnic table, lantern post,
and fire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water pumps, and bear-proof trash and
recycling receptacles are provided. A campground host is on site to provide
visitor assistance.

## Natural Features

Located in rich mountain hardwood forests at an elevation of 2,000 feet,
Curtis Creek Campground provides a secluded streamside setting. Curtis Creek,
a popular trout stream surrounded by lush rhododendron and hemlock, runs along
the east side of the campground. Old-growth forests cover the mountain peaks
on either side of the valley. The Curtis Creek area provides beautiful scenery
year-round, from stunning fall foliage displays to abundant spring and summer
wildflowers.

## Nearby Attractions

Curtis Creek Campground is six miles from the town of Old Fort, which has a
variety of restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, and medical facilities.
Popular attractions in Old Fort include the Mountain Gateway Museum, the Old
Train Depot, Davidson Fort, Catawba Falls, and Andrews Geyser. The campground
is seven miles from the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, close to Mount Mitchell
State Park. Visitors can make trips to nearby Black Mountain (15 miles) and
Asheville (30 miles) to visit art galleries, shops, and restaurants.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Curtis Creek Campground is nestled in the mountains at the base of the Blue Ridge just minutes from the quaint town of Old Fort and less than an hour from the popular city of Asheville. Located in the first tract of National Forest land in the eastern US at the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) camp, the campground is surrounded by old growth forests and roaring trout streams. The gravel road through the campground ascends to the Blue Ridge Parkway, providing easy access to the Mount Mitchell area.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors to the campground can enjoy a variety of activities including fishing, swimming, day hiking, picnicking, and scenic driving. Curtis Creek is well known for its excellent trout fishing. Swimming holes along the creek provide wading opportunities on hot summer days. History buffs will enjoy exploring the remains of the old CCC buildings surrounding the campground. Two Forest Service trails depart from the campground. The Hickory Branch trail provides a short (approximately 1/2 mile) hike to a series of waterfalls, and longer hikes to access the backcountry area around Mackey Mountain. Mackey Mountain and the valley of Mackey Creek contain the largest unbroken tract of old-growth forest in the Pisgah National Forest. The Snooks Nose trail provides a strenuous hike to a ridge with beautiful views, eventually ending at the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many other Forest Service trails are within a short drive of the campground, including Catawba Falls and Point Lookout trail.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground provides a variety of campsites. There are three loops with 24 sites. One loop is fully accessible, barrier free and can accommodate RVs up to 35ft. A second loop features dispersed tent-only roadside sites that provide a secluded forest experience. A third loop features tent-only sites in an open grassy area. All sites include a tent pad, picnic table, lantern post, and fire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water pumps, and bear-proof trash and recycling receptacles are provided. A campground host is on site to provide visitor assistance.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
Located in rich mountain hardwood forests at an elevation of 2,000 feet, Curtis Creek Campground provides a secluded streamside setting. Curtis Creek, a popular trout stream surrounded by lush rhododendron and hemlock, runs along the east side of the campground. Old-growth forests cover the mountain peaks on either side of the valley. The Curtis Creek area provides beautiful scenery year-round, from stunning fall foliage displays to abundant spring and summer wildflowers.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Curtis Creek Campground is six miles from the town of Old Fort, which has a variety of restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, and medical facilities. Popular attractions in Old Fort include the Mountain Gateway Museum, the Old Train Depot, Davidson Fort, Catawba Falls, and Andrews Geyser. The campground is seven miles from the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, close to Mount Mitchell State Park. Visitors can make trips to nearby Black Mountain (15 miles) and Asheville (30 miles) to visit art galleries, shops, and restaurants.

Bridge over Creek

CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)

Gravel parking spur, picnic table, and fire pit at a campsite.

Stairs to Campsite

Curtis Creek Campground Info Board

Curtis Creek Campground Picnic Area

Creek at Curtis Creek Campground

Curtis Creek Campground Loop

Curtis Creek Campground (Nc)

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Groups can easily head out for a day of scenic driving along Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

River

Campground sign

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Trailhead sign

Amphitheater seating

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Kiosk 2

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Amphitheater stage

Black Mountain Campground

## Overview

Briar Bottom Group Campground is the perfect getaway for visitors to enjoy
mountain scenery and easy access to hiking trails. The campground sits at the
base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, in
Pisgah National Forest.

## Recreation

With the South Toe River located near 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 up Mt. Mitchell.  
  
The adjacent Black Mountain Campground has a playing field, volleyball courts
and horseshoe pit available.

## Facilities

The facility has six separate campsites; each can accommodate up to 30 people.
Sites are organized around a single loop with individual parking spurs,
providing plenty of space for tents. The campground is equipped with flush
toilets and campers can use showers at the adjacent Black Mountain Campground.
A campground host is available for visitor assistance.

## 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. The lush forest in this part of the Appalachian Mountains 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Briar Bottom Group Campground is the perfect getaway for visitors to enjoy mountain scenery and easy access to hiking trails. The campground sits at the base of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, in Pisgah National Forest.<h2>Recreation</h2>
With the South Toe River located near 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 up Mt. Mitchell.
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The adjacent Black Mountain Campground has a playing field, volleyball courts and horseshoe pit available.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The facility has six separate campsites; each can accommodate up to 30 people. Sites are organized around a single loop with individual parking spurs, providing plenty of space for tents. The campground is equipped with flush toilets and campers can use showers at the adjacent Black Mountain Campground. A campground host is available for visitor assistance.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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. The lush forest in this part of the Appalachian Mountains is rich with wildlife, plants and scenery.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Groups can easily head out for a day of scenic driving along Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

Sample picnic area

BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 2

BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 1

BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 3

BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 4

BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 6

BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 7

Briar Bottom Group Campground

## Overview

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.

## 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.

## Facilities

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.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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.<h2>Recreation</h2>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors can enjoy scenic driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway or hiking in Mount Mitchell State Park.

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