About Lake Powhatan
Number of accommodations: 71
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Showers
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- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (581)
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Powhatan is a lovely campground with clean, spacious campsites and beautiful scenery, making it a great spot for hiking and biking. The staff is friendly and accommodating, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. While some reviews mentioned outdated bathroom facilities and noise from other campers, many guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated the well-maintained environment and amenities.
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Powhatan is a lovely campground with clean, spacious campsites and beautiful scenery, making it a great spot for hiking and biking. The staff is friendly and accommodating, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. While some reviews mentioned outdated bathroom facilities and noise from other campers, many guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated the well-maintained environment and amenities.
Review Summary
Richard C
VerifiedMay 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: Lakeside
Nice park clean rest rooms wish it had a playground for kids the grandkids
Thomas A
VerifiedApril 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: Lakeside
The hosts this year were super friendly and helpful and the campground was very clean. Excellent experience. A+
Martin F
VerifiedApril 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: Lakeside
The location is Awesome and the Arboretum is a must see.
Curtis H
VerifiedApril 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Bent Creek
Clean and Beautiful
Cynthia O
VerifiedApril 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: Hard Times
Nice big campsites , very clean restrooms and showers, lots of nearby hiking, we liked it we will come back and stay next year.
Timothy S
VerifiedApril 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: Lakeside
Beautiful campground with large sites and much tree cover.
Robert M
VerifiedApril 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Big John
Beautiful spot, very helpful and courteous staff !!
Chadwick S
VerifiedApril 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: Big John
Lovely campground.
G Michael B
VerifiedApril 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Big John
Clean & quiet campsites
Bill H
VerifiedApril 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Big John
Great environment, beautiful scenery, welcoming staff. We were only there for one night, but have explored the park on prior longer visits. Great Park
Location Lake Powhatan
Address:
375 Wesley Branch Road
Asheville, NC, 28806
United States
From Asheville, take I-26 to exit 33. Go south approximately 2 miles on State Route 191 to the Lake Powhatan Recreation Area sign. Turn right and follow signs to the campground.
Lake Powhatan Campground is accessible via I-26, with exit 33 located approximately 2 miles from the campground on State Route 191.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.4817 / -82.63
Elevation: 686 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
