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About Carolina Hemlocks Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 20
Activities & Attractions
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Fishing
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Spring
Tubing
Summer
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Fall
Tubing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
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Pet friendly
Restrooms
River Access
Showers
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
David M
VerifiedJuly 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Super clean river! Peaceful-no blaring radios, no one had glass on the swim areas/rocks. They are having to limit showers (to 7pm to 10pm-so day users don't use a lot) due to water issues (as the "repair" wasn't complete-just did enough to get the place reopen this year). IDEA for FIND: Those individual picnic sites are almost NEVER EVER used so convert them into "hammock and self contained van camping only -no tents" sites and charge $15 or $20 a night for these tiny postage stamp sites! People will be THRILLED to be on the coveted "Riverside" loop and FIND will FIND more $$$!!!
Luis C
VerifiedJuly 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Had a great time at the park. The site was ready for us and we enjoyed fantastic weather. The river at the Hemlocks is always such a thrill! The only recommendation I would have is to ensure all bathrooms are operating at all times. Nevertheless, no issues.
David M
VerifiedJuly 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Super clean river! Peaceful-no blaring radios, no one had glass on the swim areas/rocks. They are having to limit showers (to 7pm to 10pm-so day users don't use a lot) due to water issues (as the "repair" wasn't complete-just did enough to get the place reopen this year). IDEA for FIND: Those individual picnic sites are almost NEVER EVER used so convert them into "hammock and self contained van camping only -no tents" sites and charge $15 or $20 a night for these tiny postage stamp sites! People will be THRILLED to be on the coveted "Riverside" loop and FIND will FIND more $$$!!!
Luis C
VerifiedJuly 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA
Had a great time at the park. The site was ready for us and we enjoyed fantastic weather. The river at the Hemlocks is always such a thrill! The only recommendation I would have is to ensure all bathrooms are operating at all times. Nevertheless, no issues.
Sheryl H
July 5, 2023
A great picnic site by the river…
Sheryl H
July 5, 2023
A great picnic site by the river…
William P
July 29, 2023
Our group had a very good time at Carolina Hemlock. The staff at the campground were great!
William P
July 29, 2023
Our group had a very good time at Carolina Hemlock. The staff at the campground were great!
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.
Elevation: 842 feet
14 mi drive to downtown Burnsville (about 21 min)
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Last updated: September 10, 2026
