Swannanoa, NC · Tent & RV Camping
Asheville East KOA
Asheville East KOA is a wooded campground off US-70 in Swannanoa, on the east side of Asheville toward Black Mountain.
- Full Hookups
- Swimming Pool
Black Mountains Campgrounds
4 campgrounds
Black Mountains is part of our guide to camping destinations in Western North Carolina. The Black Mountains hold Mount Mitchell, the highest summit east of the Mississippi, and the South Toe River valley below it. Campers here choose between Forest Service sites at the foot of the range — the classic start for hiking Mount Mitchell on foot — and private campgrounds around Swannanoa and Old Fort with hookups and cabins.
Catawba Falls, Montreat and the town of Black Mountain are all close. Several trails in this area were affected by Hurricane Helene; check status notices before you go.
Burnsville, NC · Tent Camping
Black Mountain Campground
Black Mountain Campground is a Forest Service campground on the South Toe River at the base of the Black Mountains, reached by…
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Old Fort, NC · Tent & RV Camping
Catawba Falls Campground
Catawba Falls Campground is a private riverside campground near Old Fort, just off I-40 east of Asheville, with RV and tent sites,…
- Playground
Swannanoa, NC · Tent & RV Camping
Mama Gertie’s Hideaway
Mama Gertie’s Hideaway is a small, well-kept campground on a terraced hillside in Swannanoa, east of Asheville, with RV sites, cabins, and…
Black Mountains at a glance
4 campgrounds
Frequently asked questions
Which campgrounds are listed in the Black Mountains region?
The directory currently lists Asheville East KOA, Black Mountain Campground, Catawba Falls Campground, and Mama Gertie’s Hideaway.
Which Black Mountains campgrounds are on public land?
Public-land campgrounds listed here are Black Mountain Campground (the U.S. Forest Service). Public campgrounds follow the rules of the agency that manages them, so check with that agency.
Where can I tent camp in the Black Mountains region?
Tent camping is listed at Asheville East KOA, Black Mountain Campground, Catawba Falls Campground, and Mama Gertie’s Hideaway. Rates and availability change, so confirm them with the campground before you book.
Which Black Mountains campgrounds have RV hookups?
Hookups are listed at Asheville East KOA. The type of hookup differs by campground, so see each listing for details. Rates and availability change, so confirm them with the campground before you book.
Are there cabins to rent in the Black Mountains region?
Cabins are listed at Asheville East KOA and Mama Gertie’s Hideaway. Rates and availability change, so confirm them with the campground before you book.
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