Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area campsites are cool-misty havens under an abundance of hemlock and hardwood shade. The South Toe River runs nearby with opportunities to fish, tube and swim.
At a Glance
Current Conditions:
Closed for the season
Operational Hours:
Check-in and checkout time is 2:00p.m.
Fees
There are fees for camping and day-use. The site is operated by CFAIA. See CFAIA website.
Open Season:
April 14th - October 30th
Usage:
Heavy
Closest Towns:
Burnsville
Water:
Drinking Water
Restroom:
Flush toilets and showers
Operated By:
Cradle of Forestry in America Campground Division
General Information
Directions:
6000 Hwy 80S, Burnsville, NC 28714
General Notes:
Appalachian Ranger District
632 Manor Road
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-9694
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area offers two paved loops that are lined with 36 campsites. Split by NC 80, the loops have camping sites for tents and.
Each site includes a table, fire ring with cooking grill and lantern post. Drinking water, flush toilets and showers are located in the lower loop.
RV Camping
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area offers camping sites for cars and recreational vehicles.
Each site includes a table, fire ring with cooking grill and lantern posts. No hookups are available. Drinking water, flush toilets and coin-operated showers are located in the lower loop.
Fishing
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River and Stream Fishing
Fishing is popular in the Carolina Hemlocks. Rainbow and brown trout are the most common catch. By Carolina Hemlocks, the river is hatchery supported and changes to wild trout waters upstream, with a stretch of catch and release, artificial flies only in the vicinity of Black Mountain Campground. Watch for the state regulation signs posted along the river. A state fishing license is required.
Hiking
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Day Hiking
Carolina Hemlock Trail: a beautiful one-mile nature trail for hikers that begins near the picnic area. Blazed in white, the hiking trail follows the South Toe River downstream and crosses NC 80.
Colbert Ridge Trail: The 3.8-mile trail passes rock outcrops and offers splendid views of the Black Mountain Range Crest and South Toe Valley
Nature Viewing
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Viewing Scenery
Carolina Hemlock Trail: a beautiful one-mile nature trail for hikers that begins near the picnic area. Blazed in white, the hiking trail follows the South Toe River downstream and crosses NC 80.
Colbert Ridge Trail: The 3.8-mile trail passes rock outcrops and offers splendid views of the Black Mountain Range Crest and South Toe Valley
Picnicking
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Picnicking
The picnic area has 19 tables and grills, and a large pavilion available by reservation.
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