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764 reviews
Lake Powhatan offers a fantastic location near Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway, with well-maintained, private campsites and friendly staff. Campers appreciate the beautiful, serene environment and the variety of outdoor activities available, including hiking and biking trails. While some noted issues with the swimming area and occasional noise disturbances, overall, guests had a positive experience and expressed a desire to return.
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March 16, 2025 Stayed at: 055, Loop: Lakeside
My reserved site was still occupied at check in time. I don't understand how this happens. The staff was great though and recommended changing to a site that actually was better than my original one. The trail system is wonderful with miles of hiking.
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March 4, 2025 Stayed at: 042, Loop: Lakeside
nice week
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January 11, 2025 Stayed at: 046, Loop: Lakeside
Love this campground as a place to get outside, ride bikes and feel like I’m away from it all, though it’s convenient to all things Asheville has to offer.
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January 1, 2025 Stayed at: 035, Loop: Bent Creek
This is our favorite site when camping in a tent as it has electric for our Cpap machines. We were crazy and tented in winter but found it enjoyable. Campgrounds have recovered from Hurricane Helene. Bathrooms and showers were spotless. Highly recommend!
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December 15, 2024 Stayed at: 041, Loop: Lakeside
We found Lake Powhatan to be a delightful place to stay in the Asheville area. It was easy to find and close to several other attractions. The facilities were easily accessible, clean and well maintained. The staff were kind and friendly.
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December 5, 2024 Stayed at: 036, Loop: Lakeside
Very nice campground with close proximity to Asheville and Biltmore Estate. Stayed in a full-hookup site. Nice paved site fairly level. Good AT&T signal. Sites were nicely spaced.
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December 4, 2024 Stayed at: 048, Loop: Lakeside
Great camping spit and short hike to lake. Caught lots of trout.
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November 29, 2024 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Big John
Lovely park. Easy to use dump station. Friendly staff and beautiful park
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November 28, 2024 Stayed at: 036A, Loop: Lakeside
Negatives:
- Showers: Water temperature was between warm and lukewarm. Water pressure from top shower head was not up to par.
- Toilet: one of the toilets was marked out-of-order due to faulty door lock. During our stay of seven nights the door was never fixed. campground should have replacement items (door levers) on-hand.
Positives:
+ Bathrooms were heated. Thank you.
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November 25, 2024 Stayed at: 037, Loop: Lakeside
Lovely space nice privacy
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375 Wesley Branch Road, Asheville, NC 28806 United States
Elevation: 686 ft
From Asheville, take I-26 to exit 33. Go south approximately 2 mi 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.
The closest entrance is: Cataloochee Entrance
Approximate drive: 32.2 mi · 55 min
Last updated: October 23, 2026
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Population: 94,535
Nearby city: Knoxville, TN
Approx. 80 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 2,215 ft
Asheville, NC
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