River
Trailhead sign
kiosk 3
Sign
Scenic 9

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

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.

Available sites

18 total sites

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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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
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003, Loop: River Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 006, Loop: River Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 008, Loop: River RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 010, Loop: River RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 011, Loop: River Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 020, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
⛺ 031, Loop: Upper Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 032, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 033, Loop: Upper Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 034, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: Upper RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

142 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 142 reviews

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5 stars 71.8% (102)
4 stars 16.2% (23)
3 stars 5.6% (8)
2 stars 3.5% (5)
1 star 2.8% (4)

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Martha T

Verified

July 6, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Upper

We had a wonderful time! Diane and some of the other hosts were very nice! The only complaint we have is that the hosts were told to let all of the groups from Briar Bottom Group Camp to come down to the campground and take showers because they don’t have showers at the group camp. They would bring truck loads of people down to the campground for them to take showers all at one time and we couldn’t get into the shower when we needed to. Could you please have them build a shower house for the group camp? We have camped at Black Mtn Campground for over 40 years with family and friends and that is the only complaint that we have ever expressed to the forest service.

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Devin H

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July 1, 2022 Stayed at: 031, Loop: Upper

Campground was perfect! Surrounded by beautiful forest, the scenic South Toe River, and only a short hike from a waterfall, Black Mountain Campground couldn't be beat! The bathrooms were clean, the showers were hot, and the people were kind and helpful. Overall a perfect camping experience for a couple of Clevelanders enjoying a mountain getaway!

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Severen B

Verified

June 20, 2022 Stayed at: 023, Loop: Upper

This campground we so wonderful. Many spots to choose from and a big grassy field in the middle to play volleyball. In the morning we hiked to mount Mitchell right from the campground which was a very tough but rewarding hike. All the facilities were extremely clean and the fire ring and picnic table were in good condition.

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Andrew N

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June 15, 2022 Stayed at: 033, Loop: Upper

Very clean, quiet campground with bathrooms and showers easily accessible from every site. Abundant hiking nearby and 10 minutes from the Parkway.

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lizzy n

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June 3, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: Upper

Great, private campground, very clean facilities. Quiet and peaceful

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Mary G

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May 25, 2022 Stayed at: 032, Loop: Upper

Great campground and facilities! Hiking Mt. Mitchell is incredible! Beautiful hike and not the only one accessible from this spot. We also did Setrock Falls and the Lower River Loop. We want to come back and do more hikes that we didn't know about previously!
Do be careful of bears, we had the pleasure of seeing a mom with two cubs!

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Richard Henry I

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May 21, 2022 Stayed at: 032, Loop: Upper

It was a bit colder than we expected, so if you camp in May make sure you bring warm clothes(i.e. layers).

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Bonnie W

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May 20, 2022 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Upper

A beautiful mountain setting. The hosts are very helpful. There’s plenty to see and do in the area.

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Cathy B

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May 8, 2022 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Upper

We have been going there for many many years . The host are very nice and helpful. The bath houses are very clean … there are hiking trails to walk on . There’s a waterfall you can hike to very easily . It borders the Toe River where kids and adults enjoy playing in . There’s a hiking trail from the campground you can hike up to Mt Mitchell . It’s a primitive camp ground and people from all around comes to camp .

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Steven M

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November 14, 2021 Stayed at: 035, Loop: Upper

Tent camped for two nights this fall and had a wonderful stay. Campground is adjacent to Mt. Mitchell summit trail which let us start our summit hike right from our camp. The campsite is well kept and the bathroom / showers are very clean and well maintained. There was firewood for sale at the campground which was very much appreciated as we used more than anticipated.
Overall this was a great experience!

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Location & Directions for Black Mountain Campground

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

Elevation: 916 ft

Getting There

From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9 onto 19 east towards Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Continue south approximately 12-14 mi to Mount Mitchell Golf Course. Turn right on South Toe River Roa...

Nearest town

Burnsville, NC - 20 mi

About 36 min to downtown

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.

Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The closest entrance is: Cataloochee Entrance

Approximate drive: 58 mi · over 1 hr (99 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.
  • Click here to learn more about the National Forests in North Carolina

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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