Black Mountain Campground

Trailhead sign
kiosk 3
Sign
Scenic 9
Scenic 4

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

18 total sites

RV Sites

12 sites

Tent Sites

6 sites

About Black Mountain Campground

Black Mountain Campground sits in the shadow of Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern U.S. and borders the South Toe River. Black Mountain is a mecca for the outdoor enthusiast.

Number of accommodations: 18

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 15 to Oct 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

18 Sites Available

Site
Price
002, Loop: River Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
003, Loop: River Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
006, Loop: River Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 008, Loop: River RV
No Hookups
🚐 010, Loop: River RV
No Hookups
011, Loop: River Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 020, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
🚐 021, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
🚐 022, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
🚐 023, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
🚐 024, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
🚐 025, Loop: Upper RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
031, Loop: Upper Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 032, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
033, Loop: Upper Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 034, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
🚐 035, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups
🚐 036, Loop: Upper RV
No Hookups

Reviews (139)

What Guests Are Saying

Black Mountain Campground is praised for its clean facilities, with bathrooms and showers maintained daily. The friendly and helpful staff enhance the experience, and the campground offers great access to hiking, including Mt. Mitchell. Visitors are advised to be cautious of bear activity and to secure food properly, but overall, it is a lovely and enjoyable camping destination.

Review Summary

4.5
139 reviews
5
72.7%
101
4
15.1%
21
3
5.8%
8
2
3.6%
5
1
2.9%
4

Jason R

Verified

October 16, 2020 Stayed at: 032, Loop: Upper

5

excellent campground

Mike E

Verified

October 18, 2020 Stayed at: 032, Loop: Upper

4

This is a well run, clean campground with plenty of amenities. Restrooms and showers near campsites are cleaned multiple times daily. Setting near river and in midst of Black Mountains is beautiful. Wood, ice and other items available for purchase. Nearby general store has all the essentials.

Michelle F

Verified

October 20, 2020 Stayed at: 033, Loop: Upper

2

The people tat run this place need education. There were no clear instructions and the rules seem to be different for their friends. We were asked to leave for a violation involving leaving out a cooler but there were trash bags hanging pumpkins left out as decorations in multiple sites and the night before one of their friends told them right in front of me even though it was full she needed more nights we were tossed the next day no warning the written violation said second time

Michael B

Verified

October 22, 2020 Stayed at: 034, Loop: Upper

2

You can't go wrong camping here. It is a great campground. I gave low rating bc i did experience frustration. As I set up my tent *I was alone and looked forward to some piece. A family pulled in next to me. Across from host site. I was concerned when they had 4 cars 4 tents 3 dogs and 8 people. I politely informed host I was concerned and the host spoke to them. My understanding was ea site was only supposed to have 2 tents 2 cars , dog must be on leash. Well dogs remained on leash but they barked all night. The family went into their 4 cars until at least midnight ea time double clicking their key fobs so that the vehicle would honk. They had a good time laughing which I actually am glad they had a good time. I was unable to sleep ,next morn I spoke to host about this. The host stated they did not hear any of it. I had the option to relocate but I felt that the party which exceeded the maximum allowances should be the ones to relocate not me. I ended up leaving after one day instead of staying 3. I did not want to chance listening to the kennel another night. I love dogs but sometimes dog owners use bad judgement and don't realize nit everyone loves their dogs. So yes i was a little frustrated. I do plan to return the camp ground is awesome the trails topnotch

Ian L

Verified

October 23, 2020 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Upper

3

The staff was friendly and great! A couple things that would have made the experience better for my family is a wash station for cleaning dishes, quite hours posted...maybe 10pm to 6am and have cars use their parking lights to navigate through the property at night. The bright light shinning in our tent as cars passed made it hard to sleep. Over all it was in a good location and there was lots to do. I appreciate the staff as they have a lot to do and people to contend with including lots of hikers coming through.

Courtney H

Verified

October 28, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: River

5

Relatively modern, clean facilities with well spaced campsites. Beautiful location with easy access to some excellent hiking.

Danielle D

Verified

October 30, 2020 Stayed at: 031, Loop: Upper

5

No cell service at the campground and very spotty reception along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Make sure you follow the directions given by the campground - my GPS took me to their closed off entrance and I had to drive another 40 minutes around to the actual entrance. Nice facilities and many campsites were higher than the parking area, having stairs to get up to the pad. Level gravel pad for tent set up, nice fire ring and cooking grate, a pole to hang a lantern or trash bag on. The camp host had firewood and kindling for sale! Had very friendly camp neighbors. Would definitely camp here again!

J. Michael R

Verified

October 31, 2020 Stayed at: 011, Loop: River

5

Black Mountain Campground is an ideal spot for camping!

gary F

Verified

May 1, 2021 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Upper

4

Well maintained, friendly hosts

Pamela E

Verified

May 5, 2021 Stayed at: 035, Loop: Upper

4

The camp is extremely well maintained by active and hardworking hosts. The sites were raked and level. The hosts were doing brush cleaning up and giving small piles of kindling to the sites. It was a clean lovely experience in a gorgeous location.

Location Black Mountain Campground

Address:
50 Black Mountain Campground Road
Burnsville, NC, 28714
United States

Highway access

Black Mountain Campground is accessible via I-26 and US Highway 19. From I-26, take exit 9 onto US 19 east towards Burnsville.

Elevation: 916 feet

Distance to downtown

20 mi drive to downtown Burnsville (about 36 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Generators may be used up to 4 hours per day between and .
  • First-come, first-served sites available and sites available for advanced reservation are available.
  • Cell service is limited, texting might be a possibility.
  • This facility is located within a bear sanctuary; keep all food out of site in containers or locked inside a hard-sided vehicle, secure trash in provided bins and remove all food from area after eating.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026

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