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About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
Activities & Attractions
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Tubing
Summer
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Tubing
Fall
Tubing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Restrooms
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
Richard G
VerifiedOctober 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Nice location on the South Toe river. Quiet when we were there in mid-October. Water available but no dump station. We spent to nice nights there with easy access to Mt Mitchell and the BlueRidge. Overall nice but could use some updating and the on site nature trail needs some work.
Richard G
VerifiedOctober 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Nice location on the South Toe river. Quiet when we were there in mid-October. Water available but no dump station. We spent to nice nights there with easy access to Mt Mitchell and the BlueRidge. Overall nice but could use some updating and the on site nature trail needs some work.
October 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great campground! Super pretty area, clean and still convenient to town. Host is super helpful as well. Will be back for sure!
October 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great campground! Super pretty area, clean and still convenient to town. Host is super helpful as well. Will be back for sure!
October 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great campground! Super pretty area, clean and still convenient to town. Host is super helpful as well. Will be back for sure!
October 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great campground! Super pretty area, clean and still convenient to town. Host is super helpful as well. Will be back for sure!
M P
VerifiedOctober 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great Time - GORGEOUS site. We finally got to stay at the site we wanted (after quite a few reservations that were cancelled by the recreation area over the last 3 years!) The weather and fall color was fantastic, especially the river. The area was clean and neat and the hosts were friendly and welcoming.
Would have been a 5 except that the women's bathrooms were out of order, (and I do not like porta-johns no matter how clean they are said to be!) and the showers were locked...??
M P
VerifiedOctober 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great Time - GORGEOUS site. We finally got to stay at the site we wanted (after quite a few reservations that were cancelled by the recreation area over the last 3 years!) The weather and fall color was fantastic, especially the river. The area was clean and neat and the hosts were friendly and welcoming.
Would have been a 5 except that the women's bathrooms were out of order, (and I do not like porta-johns no matter how clean they are said to be!) and the showers were locked...??
Daniel B
VerifiedOctober 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great little campground, good staff. Kinda weird campsite, built on a terrace and very small with a fence but overall had a great time.
Daniel B
VerifiedOctober 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Great little campground, good staff. Kinda weird campsite, built on a terrace and very small with a fence but overall had a great time.
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
