Briar Bottom Group Campground
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
Operational Hours: | Open April 15 |
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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
General Notes:
For reservations call 877-444-6777 or by visiting www.recreation.gov
Activities
Group Camping
Group camping is available. 6 sites for up to 50 people at each site
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.
Day Hiking
Viewing Wildlife
Viewing Plants
Viewing Scenery
Group Picnicking
Alerts & Warnings
- Moss Knob and Dirty John Shooting Ranges temporary closure
- Catawba Falls Trail (TR 225) Closed
- Camping and other restrictions now in effect at Max Patch
- Nantahala RD: Multiple areas under construction
- Appalachian RD: NCDOT construction near Harmon Den may affect Forest access
- Grandfather RD: Old House Gap Rd (FS192) temporarily closed
- Recreate responsibly
- Joyce Kilmer Trail Lower Loop Closed due to rain damage
- Target Shooting prohibited on Croatan National Forest