Lake Powhatan

Gorgeous trees. Kind, gracious people managing the campground.

The sites were amazingly wooded and private! It was one of the more secluded sites I have ever stayed in. It’s super close to Asheville while being totally in nature. Highly recommend and would stay again!!

We only stayed overnight and did not have an opportunity to explore the entire park. However, our site was very nice -- shady, paved, and close to the restrooms. Park staff at the entrance was very polite and helpful.

Great place. Helpful staff and clean facilities.

Beautiful campground. Lots of hiking trails and the camp spots are not crowded. Employees and hosts were very nice. If you are looking for perfection, here are things that could be better...there were a lot of dogs and a decent amount of barking/noise (you'll get this most everywhere that allows pets...I get it). The mobile reception was terrible, so don't rely on it. We had Starlink, which helped a lot, but the beautiful tree canopy made finding a lot of open sky a challenge. We found enough to do basic functions...texting, checking email, etc. Voice calls were tough due to limited sky at our spot and most spots had a lot of tree canopy, so you sacrifice a little connectivity for the gorgeous setting. Finally, the bath and shower house in our loop (lake loop) didn't have much capacity. Thankfully, with a full hookup and a tankless water heater, we used our camper bathroom/shower and didn't need the public facilities. I'm told the beach bottom in the water is pretty mucky, although we did not use it. The lake is pretty though.

Those are, in my mind, minor gripes. Overall, probably the best spot we've camped at yet.

We love Powhatan. Sites are nice and the staff is so friendly. The only issue I have is wireless service. I know this could be a blessing or a curse. But, with family and job obligations, I so wish cell service was available/better.

Great site! The bathrooms are not as nice as other facilities, but are pretty good.

Very pleasantly surprised. My favorite of three national park campgrounds on this trip. Although i did not find a utility wash sink I was pleasantly surprised to have showers at our restroom, large private stalls, and working bear boxes. The facilities were well maintained, friendly staff, and ice and firewood for sale on arrival at the gate. excellent experience.
**bonus nearby 'in town' restaurants, conveniences, cell service and the stunning North Carolina Arboretum

Great relaxing weekend, enjoyed the hiking in around the camp ground, facilities where well maintained.

Site read nice and convenient to bathroom. Convenient to visit Ashville