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About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
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Fall
Tubing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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River Access
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Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
- Showers
On Site Services
- General Store
Water Access
- Lake Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (327)
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is praised for its beautiful location near the river, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts. Many visitors enjoy the campground's relaxing atmosphere, ample opportunities for swimming and tubing, and the accessibility of nearby trails. While some issues with noise and management have been noted, the overall experience remains positive, with many campers expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area is praised for its beautiful location near the river, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts. Many visitors enjoy the campground's relaxing atmosphere, ample opportunities for swimming and tubing, and the accessibility of nearby trails. While some issues with noise and management have been noted, the overall experience remains positive, with many campers expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Taylor W
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
My family has been coming here every summer for close to 50 years and we will continue the tradition! Definitely one of the best campgrounds around!
Taylor W
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
My family has been coming here every summer for close to 50 years and we will continue the tradition! Definitely one of the best campgrounds around!
Kristina J
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Pro tip - Only the back showers actually have hot water, at least at night.
Great campground, very quiet and close to good trout fishing.
Kristina J
VerifiedMay 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Pro tip - Only the back showers actually have hot water, at least at night.
Great campground, very quiet and close to good trout fishing.
Ralph P
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
We had a great time. Rain and Sun were both expected. Staff was accommodating and helpful.
Ralph P
VerifiedMay 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
We had a great time. Rain and Sun were both expected. Staff was accommodating and helpful.
Sheryl H
June 1, 2022
A beautiful setting for camping or a picnic
Sheryl H
June 1, 2022
A beautiful setting for camping or a picnic
Sharon M
June 5, 2022
Carolina Hemlocks is one of our favorite places to go, so the prospects of a family picnic to celebrate my daughter's high school graduation made the Hemlocks our No. 1 choice. We rented the beautiful pavilion in January for the May 28 event. Knowing it was a holiday weekend, we got it as early as possible. As the time grew nearer, Recreation.gov maintained contact, providing me with the necessary information. Everything was clean and perfectly in order when we arrived. We had a wonderful day at the river. Everyone (family and friends from five states) was so impressed with the natural beauty and the exquisite picnic accommodations provided by the pavilion. I just hope we left it as clean and ready-to-use as we found it. Even the weather was cooperative!
Sharon M
June 5, 2022
Carolina Hemlocks is one of our favorite places to go, so the prospects of a family picnic to celebrate my daughter's high school graduation made the Hemlocks our No. 1 choice. We rented the beautiful pavilion in January for the May 28 event. Knowing it was a holiday weekend, we got it as early as possible. As the time grew nearer, Recreation.gov maintained contact, providing me with the necessary information. Everything was clean and perfectly in order when we arrived. We had a wonderful day at the river. Everyone (family and friends from five states) was so impressed with the natural beauty and the exquisite picnic accommodations provided by the pavilion. I just hope we left it as clean and ready-to-use as we found it. Even the weather was cooperative!
Location Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Address:
8516 Highway 80 South
Burnsville, NC, 28714
United States
From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9, onto 19 east toward Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Follow 80 south approximately 8 miles to the Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area.
Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area is accessible via I-26, with exit 9 leading to Highway 19, which connects to State Highway 80. Highway 80 provides direct access to the campground.
Elevation: 842 feet
14 mi drive to downtown Burnsville (about 21 min)
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Last updated: September 10, 2026
