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Art Loeb Trailhead, Camp Daniel Boone

Site Open
Hiking
Camp Daniel Boone is located near Cold Mountain and the highest peaks in the Black Balsam area. Many folks use this trail for extended backpacking trips (at least 2-3 days), connector trails to form…

Avery Creek Valley Composite #C09

Site Open
7.7 miles — ModerateFeatures: Streams, waterfalls, uphill climbs0.0 milesFrom FS477 parking lot, start on Buckhorn Gap Trail (#103)(orange blaze)1.4 milesTurn left onto Twin Falls Trail (#604)…

Avey Branch Boat Launch

Site Open
Water Activities
Boat ramp and canoe launch on Santeetlah Reservoir maintained in coordination with North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission

Badin Horse Camp or Old Horse Camp

Site Open
Horse Riding and Camping
This is a primitive camping area where people camp in self contained RV/Horse Trailers. It is located in an open field with tie outs for the horses. No amenities available.Campers must take their…

Badin Lake Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Bordering the lakeshore and under the shade of pines and hardwoods, Badin Lake Campground offers a year-round retreat for swimmers, boaters, and anglers. The campground has 35 non-electric sites for…

Badin Lake Group Camp

Site Open
Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Hiking
Badin Group Camp was developed for use by clubs, families and other groups up to 50 people. The camp includes three separate areas each with tables, grills and tent pads. Two vault toilet…

Badin Lake Recreation Area

Site Open
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Picnicking Biking Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Other
Badin Lake Recreation Area offers swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, hiking trails, equestrian trails, four-wheel drive trails, mountain biking trails & camping opportunities. Please pick up your…

Bald Knob Ridge TR 186

Site Temporarily Closed
Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning
From NFSR 472 the trail ascends switchbacks to the ridge. It offers good views of the Black Mountains and passes through stands of red spruce and Fraser fir trees. Several primitive campsites are in…