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Sycamore Flats Picnic Area

Sycamore Flats Picnic Area is located along the Davidson River on the Pisgah National Forest. This picnic area was named for the sycamore trees which line the banks of the river.

The picnic shelter is available on a first come, first served basis from mid-November to April 15th. Reservations are available April 16th through mid-November. Some amenities may not be available during the off-season. This is a popular destination with limited parking, please plan accordingly.

40 picnic tables, 1 shelter

Reservations

General Information

Year-round

7am - 9pm

No Alcohol Permitted, Maximum group size: 40.

$50.00 for shelter reservation. No fee for day use. Please visit https://www.recreation.gov/ to reserve a spot.

Pisgah District Office

Address: 1600 Pisgah Highway Pisgah Forest , NC 28768
Phone: (828) 866-3437
Hours: Peak Season Hours (April 1-Nov. 15) -- 9 AM-5 PM daily; Off-season Hours (Nov. 16-March 31) -- 9 am-5 pm M-F (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.pisgahrd@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.27525654

Longitude: -82.71310084

Directions

From Brevard, take US 64 E to US 276. Turn left and follow US276N for 2miles. Located on left.

Facility and Amenity Information

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.

Other Amenities

Flush toilets 

Recreation Opportunities

Picnicking - SinglePicnicking - Single

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream

Last updated May 20, 2026