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Sitting in the shadow of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the Eastern US, and bordering the South Toe River, Briar Bottom Group Campground is a mecca for people who enjoy the outdoors and recreation, such as hiking and fishing. Briar Bottom Group Campground has six sites for up to 50 people at each site. Reservations are required; visit www.recreation.gov or call (877) 444-6777.
At a Glance
Current Conditions:
Closed for maintenance as of 4-16-2021. Check back for updates.
Operational Hours:
Temporarily closed for water systems repair- April 2021
Fees
This is a reservation only campsite. Reservations and customer service questions are through Recreation.Gov at the link below:
Briar Bottom Campsite
Open Season:
April 14
Usage:
Heavy
Closest Towns:
Burnsville
Water:
Drinking Water
Restroom:
Flush
Operated By:
FIND Outdoors
General Information
Directions:
50 Black Mountain Campground Road, Burnsville, NC 28714
Group camping is available. 6 sites for up to 50 people at each site
Fishing
SHOW
River and Stream Fishing
Bounties of trout fill the area's streams. Near Black Mountain Campground, the stream is catch-and-release and lures are limited to artificial flies with a single hook. Farther upstream, the South Toe becomes "wild trout waters." Watch for state regulation signs posted along the river.
HIDE
SHOW
