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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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July 24, 2023 Stayed at: 022, Loop: Bent Creek
CAMP SITES WERE AMAZING, FRIENDLY NEIGHBORS, BEAUTIFUL ENVIRONMENT !! STAFF WAS SUPER FRIENDLY AND DELIGHTFUL ! BATHROOMS AND SHOWERS WERE CLEAN AND FRESH ! AREA WAS AMAZING !! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
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July 18, 2023 Stayed at: 064, Loop: Hard Times
Beautiful campsites, friendly staff
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July 17, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Big John
I had a great experience at Camp. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
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July 17, 2023 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Big John
Beautiful, quiet campground close to Asheville. Very well maintained!
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July 16, 2023 Stayed at: 072, Loop: Hard Times
In the beginning everything was great - the people are friendly and helpful, both of our cars fit on the single site, clean bathroom with large showers. However we had to leave a night early, the campsite was completely flooded. Totally bummed out we paid for 2 nights and had to leave at 7:30pm because of it.
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July 15, 2023 Stayed at: 033, Loop: Bent Creek
Staff was friendly and helpful.
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July 10, 2023 Stayed at: 065, Loop: Hard Times
I really liked this campground. From the friendly staff to the spacious campsites to the clean bathrooms and showers, it was perfect for my three-day adventure. I will definitely be back.
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July 9, 2023 Stayed at: 45/47, Loop: Lakeside
Great campground. Friendly staff. If you're pulling an RV the pull thru sites are nice rather than backing in. But all sites are spacious. Several Parkway destinations close by: NC Arboretum, Craggy Gardens, Folk Art Center (must see) and the Parkway Visitor Center.
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July 7, 2023 Stayed at: 046, Loop: Lakeside
So love Powhatan! Good location and all staff very friendly. Easy access to NC Arboretum, Blue Ridge Parkway, restaurants and West Asheville. Have seen numerous improvements and cleaner than previous years. All work and improvements are noticeable.... THANK YOU
FYI, very limited cell service and NO service at places. Would love to see a greater Internet service, especially due to work and family obligations..
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July 7, 2023 Stayed at: 026, Loop: Bent Creek
Nice and very clean. Plenty of space in and between campsites. Close to Asheville.
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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
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