About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Tubing
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (296)
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area offers clean and spacious campsites, friendly and accommodating staff, and beautiful river access for activities like swimming and tubing. While some areas are affected by road noise and lingering effects from Hurricane Helene, the overall experience is positive, with well-maintained facilities and a picturesque setting. Many visitors express a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and family-friendly atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area offers clean and spacious campsites, friendly and accommodating staff, and beautiful river access for activities like swimming and tubing. While some areas are affected by road noise and lingering effects from Hurricane Helene, the overall experience is positive, with well-maintained facilities and a picturesque setting. Many visitors express a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and family-friendly atmosphere.
Review Summary
Megan R
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
We’ve been here twice now and the water (bathrooms, showers etc) are closed. If they aren’t able to provide facilities, the. They should discount our “rental” fee.
The location is amazing and great for families to relax and enjoy the River. The staff was amazing.
Megan R
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
We’ve been here twice now and the water (bathrooms, showers etc) are closed. If they aren’t able to provide facilities, the. They should discount our “rental” fee.
The location is amazing and great for families to relax and enjoy the River. The staff was amazing.
william l
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Nice host, beautiful area. Fishing not great, but who cares.
william l
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Nice host, beautiful area. Fishing not great, but who cares.
Jason H
VerifiedAugust 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
NC the reservoir at Carolina Hemlocks is drying up. You need to dig a well. Second year in a row with water issues. Unfortunately we will NOT be returning until the water issue is fixed.
Jason H
VerifiedAugust 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
NC the reservoir at Carolina Hemlocks is drying up. You need to dig a well. Second year in a row with water issues. Unfortunately we will NOT be returning until the water issue is fixed.
Amy A
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
I have been coming to Carolina Gemlocks since I was a child and the trees and river continue to delight over my lifetime. Such a beautiful place !
Amy A
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
I have been coming to Carolina Gemlocks since I was a child and the trees and river continue to delight over my lifetime. Such a beautiful place !
Sheryl H
August 3, 2023
As always, a great spot to enjoy friends and a pot luck dinner…
Sheryl H
August 3, 2023
As always, a great spot to enjoy friends and a pot luck dinner…
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.8044 / -82.2044
Elevation: 842 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
